QPL21100C2P
QPL21100C2P
QPL21100C2P

Pro-Face QuickPanel QPL21100C2P 12.1-Inch Color HMI Display

Original price was: $7,980.00.Current price is: $3,158.00.

  • Model / Series: QPL21100C2P (QPL-21100-C2P)
  • Brand / OEM: QuickPanel (Originally Total Control Products / GE Fanuc / Pro-Face co-developed hardware)
  • Series: QuickPanel 12.1-Inch Display Terminal Series
  • Core Function: Functions as a human-machine operator interface (HMI) displaying process status, control graphics, alarms, and runtime parameters.
  • Product Type: 12.1-inch Color TFT Touchscreen Operator Panel
  • Key Specs: 12.1″ TFT Color LCD | Resistive Touch Overlay | 100–120V AC Power Input | Serial Communication Ports (SIO/AUX)
  • Condition: ⚠️ Obsolete / Discontinued – Available as Refurbished, Bench-Tested Surplus, or Direct Field Replacement Units
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Description

Product Introduction

The QuickPanel QPL21100C2P is a legacy 12.1-inch industrial operator interface display terminal. Originally designed under the Total Control Products line (later acquired and distributed by GE Fanuc and Pro-Face partnerships), this unit served as a reliable workhorse terminal across thousands of manufacturing facilities.

The QPL21100C2P features a high-visibility 12.1-inch TFT color display, a full-surface analog resistive touchscreen, and an integrated 100–120V AC power supply. Configured via QuickDesigner software (v3.7 and compatible build environments), it provides real-time protocol translation and serial communications with major PLC platforms, including GE Series 90-30/90-70, Allen-Bradley SLC/ControlLogix, Modicon, and Omron controllers.

 

Key Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Model Code QPL21100C2P / QPL-21100-C2P
Display Type 12.1-inch Thin Film Transistor (TFT) Color LCD
Active Screen Area Approx. 9.8″ W × 7.35″ H (249 mm × 186 mm)
Touch Screen Analog Resistive Touch Overlay
Input Power 100V AC to 120V AC (50/60 Hz)
Primary Serial Port (SIO) RS-232C / RS-422 / RS-485 serial communication port
Auxiliary Port (AUX) Printer / Diagnostic Expansion Interface
Configuration Software QuickDesigner (v3.7 or compatible)
Front Enclosure Rating NEMA Type 4X / 12, IP65 equivalent (when panel mounted)
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Application Scenarios & The “Trench” Experience

The “Trench” Reality

When an aging QPL21100C2P display backlight dims or the touch matrix loses calibration on a critical line, plant engineers face a dilemma: migrating to a modern HMI requires rewriting the entire screen project, re-addressing PLC tags, and altering panel cutout dimensions. Sourcing an exact QPL21100C2P drop-in replacement allows maintenance personnel to re-load the original QuickDesigner application project, land the existing serial cabling, and restore machine operations with zero panel modification.

Target Applications

  • Material Handling & Palletizing – Displaying conveyor speed, lane status, and photo-eye blockages.
  • Chemical Batching & Blending – Monitoring valve sequences, vessel temperatures, and batch alarm history.
  • Legacy OEM Machinery – Serving as the primary interface on older packaging equipment, cartoners, and stamping controls.

 

Transparency SOP: Quality Assurance & Testing

Every replacement QPL21100C2P unit is thoroughly tested prior to dispatch:

  1. Physical & Bezel Inspection: Inspecting the front bezel overlay for cracks, wear, and verifying panel mounting gasket integrity.
  2. AC Power Supply Load Check: Testing the internal power supply module under continuous 120V AC load conditions.
  3. Display & Touch Screen Matrix Calibration: Checking CCFL backlight brightness, screen uniformity, and executing 9-point touch coordinate alignment tests.
  4. Serial Communication (SIO) Loopback: Communicating over RS-232 and RS-422 ports with PLC test benches to confirm serial driver stability.
  5. Static Protection & Secure Packaging: Cleaning, anti-static wrapping, and foam-encapsulated shipping boxes.

 

The Veteran’s Tech Trap Guide

⚠️ Trap 1: Check Your Input Voltage Spec

The is an AC-powered model (100–120V AC). Do not confuse it with 24V DC QuickPanel variants (such as QPL-21100-D2P). Applying 24V DC to an AC terminal block will fail to power the unit, while applying 120V AC to a DC model will destroy the terminal.

❗ Trap 2: QuickDesigner Project Download Compatibility

Uploading or downloading project files requires the matching version of QuickDesigner software and a dedicated programming download cable (RS-232 serial). Ensure your computer’s USB-to-Serial adapter supports hardware handshaking signals.

⚠️ Trap 3: Preserving Screen Backlights

Because 12.1-inch legacy panels use CCFL tube backlights, configure the screen-saver / backlight turn-off timer in QuickDesigner settings. Setting the display to shut off after 15–20 minutes of inactivity significantly extends the LCD backlight lifespan.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the QuickPanel still in active production?

No. The QPL series is discontinued by the manufacturer. Surplus and fully refurbished units are available to keep installed control panels operational.

Q: How do I transfer my application file to a new ?

You can download the project file using QuickDesigner software connected via the serial programming cable, or move the project via memory card if equipped.

Q: What is the direct DC-powered equivalent of this model?

The DC-powered equivalent in the same 12.1-inch QuickPanel lineup is typically the QPL21100D2P (or QPL-21100-D2P), which accepts a 24V DC input instead of 120V AC.

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