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Allen-Bradley 2711-B5A8L2 PanelView 550 Operator Interface

Brand/Manufacturer: Allen-Bradley

Order Number: 1.2

Type: Operator Interfaces

Country of Origin: USA

Condition: Original Brand

Lead Time: Available in stock

Payment Term: 100% TT In Advance

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Description

Configured for process visualization and operator parameter input within Data Highway Plus (DH+) network architectures, the Allen-Bradley 2711-B5A8L2 (2711-B5A8L2 Operator Terminal) provides direct physical/electrical execution. Powered by a 24 VDC input, the terminal incorporates a 5.5-inch monochrome LCD display (256 x 128 resolution) with dual keypad and touchscreen entry modes for real-time controller interaction and plant-floor monitoring.

Suffix Breakdown & Model Matrix

Base Part Number Display Type Operator Input Network Protocol Input Voltage
2711-B5A8L2 5.5-inch Monochrome LCD (256 x 128) Keypad (F1-F10) & Touchscreen Data Highway Plus (DH+) Port 24 VDC (18...32 VDC)

Hardware Specifications

Parameter Specification
Model 2711-B5A8L2
Brand Allen-Bradley
Origin US
Weight 1.20 kg (2.65 lbs)
Dimensions 279 mm x 178 mm x 102 mm (11.0 in x 7.0 in x 4.0 in)
Operating Temp 0...55 deg C (32...131 deg F)
Power Consumption 24 VDC nominal (18...32 VDC range)
Display Screen 5.5-inch diagonal monochrome blue mode LCD
Resolution 256 x 128 pixels
Operator Input Keypad (10 function keys, F1-F10) and analog touchscreen
Primary Communication Data Highway Plus (DH+) port
Memory Capacity 170 KB application runtime memory
Enclosure Rating NEMA 12/13, 4X (Indoor use), IP54/IP65

Profinet / EtherNet/IP Deterministic Networks & Firmware Flash Compatibility

The operator interface communicates across industrial network structures, processing high-speed serial and DH+ network bitstream exchanges with host PLC-5, SLC 500, or ControlLogix controllers. Onboard logic circuits maintain strict firmware flash compatibility with PanelBuilder32 software suites, assuring deterministic register updates across mapped I/O bits and integer files. High dielectric isolation across the 24 VDC power input terminals shields internal microcontroller logic from ground potential shifts and high-frequency noise transients present on backplane and field network lines.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the power supply requirements for the 2711-B5A8L2 terminal?

A: The terminal requires a 24 VDC nominal supply with an allowable operating range of 18 to 32 VDC.

Q: Which communication protocol is supported by the primary port on the 2711-B5A8L2?

A: The terminal features a dedicated Data Highway Plus (DH+) port for peer-to-peer and controller communications across Allen-Bradley PLC networks.

Q: What input options are integrated into the 2711-B5A8L2 terminal?

A: The unit features dual operator entry, utilizing 10 physical tactile function keys (F1 through F10) alongside an analog resistive touchscreen overlay.

Field Installation Guidelines

  1. Cut the enclosure panel opening according to standard PanelView 550 mounting dimensions and inspect the environmental sealing gasket.
  2. Insert the 2711-B5A8L2 terminal into the panel cutout and tighten all mounting clamps evenly around the perimeter to ensure a NEMA 4X / IP65 seal.
  3. Wire the external 24 VDC power supply to the terminal block, verifying correct polarity before energizing the unit.
  4. Route the shielded DH+ network cable away from high-voltage AC lines, variable frequency drive output leads, and heavy inductive loads to minimize EMI.
  5. Secure a low-impedance protective earth (PE) ground strap directly from the terminal chassis grounding stud to the main cabinet earth bus bar.
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