Description
Product Introduction
The B&R 5AP1130.156C-000 is a 15.6-inch HD industrial front panel belonging to the Automation Panel 1000 widescreen family. Controls engineers deploy this unit paired with B&R Automation PCs (such as the APC2100, APC3100, or Panel PC 2100/3100 series) to deliver modern, gesture-driven machine interfaces across automated assembly systems, high-speed packaging, and CNC equipment.
Featuring a 1366×768 widescreen display protected by scratch-resistant, edge-to-edge glass, the 5AP1130.156C-000 supports projected capacitive (PCT) multi-touch inputs like swiping, zooming, and dual-hand safety confirmations. In our field experience, replacing a cracked screen with this exact model preserves your existing rear-mounted PC or Smart Display Link receiver while restoring full multi-touch functionality without software re-engineering.
Key Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
| Part Number | 5AP1130.156C-000 |
| Manufacturer | B&R Automation |
| Product Series | Automation Panel 1000 |
| Display Diagonal | 15.6 inches (Widescreen 16:9) |
| Display Type | TFT Color LCD with LED Backlight |
| Resolution | HD (1366 x 768 pixels) |
| Touch Technology | Projected Capacitive Multi-Touch (PCT) |
| Front Design | Seamless Glass Overlay with Aluminum Bezel |
| Ingress Protection | IP65 (Front), IP20 (Rear) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +50°C (32°F to 122°F) |
Application Scenarios & The “Trench” Experience
A high-speed bottling line suffered a complete shutdown when a mechanical arm swung out of alignment and struck the main HMI enclosure, spider-webbing the front glass of the 15.6-inch multi-touch display. While the underlying panel PC inside the swing arm was undamaged, the PCT digitizer lost touch sensitivity across the entire lower half of the screen, leaving operators unable to clear safety interlocks or start the main drive conveyor.
- Automotive Robotics Cells – Multi-Touch HMI Display – Allows operators to pinch-to-zoom on complex 3D cell layouts and confirm dual-hand safety commands.
- High-Speed Packaging Lines – Widescreen SCADA Visualization – Displays side-by-side trends, recipe parameters, and alarm logs simultaneously.
- Food Processing & Washdown Areas – Enclosed Operator Units – Smooth, gapless glass face prevents liquid trap points during sanitary washdown procedures.
The shift technician unbolted the damaged screen, transferred the rear-attached System Link module to a bench-tested 5AP1130.156C-000 surplus front unit, and secured the frame back into the enclosure. Upon power-up, the display lit up with full native HD clarity, multi-touch gestures responded smoothly, and the line resumed production in under 45 minutes.
5AP1130.156C-000
Transparency SOP: Quality Assurance & Testing
We do not just ship boxes; we test them on actual B&R Automation PC test benches. Every 5AP1130.156C-000 front panel undergoes the following verification process:
- Inbound Visual & Glass Inspection: Inspecting the tempered front glass, edge bezel seal, corner alignment, and rear PCB mounting standoffs for hairline cracks or structural flaws.
- Display & Backlight Verification: Mounting the display to a live B&R PC host to test LED backlight uniformity, color balance, and scan for dead or stuck pixels.
- Multi-Touch & Gesture Matrix Test: Testing multi-finger inputs (drag, swipe, pinch-zoom) across all screen regions to confirm zero dead spots on the PCT capacitive grid.
- Thermal Stress Test: Running the screen under thermal load for 4 hours to verify video receiver stability and backlight circuit integrity.
- ESD & Protective Packaging: Applying protective surface film to the front glass, wrapping the assembly in anti-static ESD bags, and packing it inside custom shock-absorbing foam.
The Veteran’s Tech Trap Guide (Crucial Value-Add)
- ⚠️ Capacitive Touch vs. Heavy Gloves: Projected Capacitive (PCT) touch glass detects electrical conductivity from human fingers. Standard thick leather or heavy insulated work gloves will not trigger the touch sensor! Ensure your operators use PCT-compatible capacitive gloves or configure touch sensitivity settings in the B&R Control Center.
- ❗ Verify Rear Electronics Module Compatibility: The 5AP1130.156C-000 is the front display unit only. It requires a rear-mounted Panel PC unit or SDL/SDL3 transmitter board. When transferring your rear electronics, inspect the multi-pin connector for bent pins before pressing the modules together.
- ⚠️ Mind the Cutout Gasket Seal: Ensure the continuous rubber gasket along the inner rim of the aluminum bezel is sitting perfectly flat in its channel during installation. If the gasket pinches or twists when tightening the mounting clamps, IP65 protection is compromised, allowing moisture to reach the backlight electronics.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ for Conversion)
Q: Does the 5AP1130.156C-000 include the processing unit on the back?
A: No. The 5AP1130.156C-000 is the standalone front display and touch glass assembly. The host PC unit or Smart Display Link module attaches to the back of this frame.
Q: Can I replace a single-touch resistive display (e.g., 5AP981 series) with this PCT widescreen panel?
A: No. Mechanical cutout dimensions, screen aspect ratios (16:9 vs. 4:3), and touch driver interfaces differ between the single-touch resistive lines and the widescreen PCT 1000/2100 series.
Q: Does this front panel require touch driver software installation?
A: Touch configuration is managed by the underlying B&R Automation Runtime or Windows OS running on the attached PC. Multi-touch parameters can be fine-tuned using the B&R Control Center utility.
Q: Is the front glass resistant to chemical cleaners?
A: Yes, the continuous glass front offers high resistance to standard industrial detergents, alcohols, and mild solvents commonly used in food and pharmaceutical plants.
Q: What warranty is provided with this surplus display panel?
A: Every new surplus and rig-tested 5AP1130.156C-000 front panel comes backed by our full 12-month replacement warranty.
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