UniOP ERT-16 – Industrial PLC Workstation
UniOP ERT-16-0042: High-Durability Industrial Operator Interface
The UniOP ERT-16-0042 is a specialized, keyboard-based Human-Machine Interface (HMI) designed for rugged industrial applications.
Part of the ERT (Electronic Remote Terminal) family by EXOR, this model is specifically engineered for high-performance data entry and process visualization in environments where standard touchscreens are unsuitable.
It features a high-contrast monochrome display and a comprehensive tactile keypad for precision control.
Technical Parameter Table
Physical Dimensions
Cutout Width and Height
Cutout Depth
Front Panel Thickness (max.)
Face-plate Height
Face-plate Width
Weight
Environment
Operating Temperature
Humidity
Power Requirements
Display
Type
Size
Diagonal Size
Character height
Touchscreen
Technology
Matrix size
Warranty
See Below
74mm (2.9″)
8 mm (0.31″)
168 mm (6.61″)
216 mm (8.50″)
1.5 kg (3.4 lb)
0 to 50o C (32 to 122o F)
0 to 95% RH (non-condensing)
500 mA max., 24 VDC
Liquid Crystal
16 lines x 40 characters/line
5.6 in
5.15 mm (13/64 inch)
Resistive (tested 3M times)
16×40
All products are warranted for one year against defects in material and
workmanship.
Ordering Information
Description Part No.
Backlit LCD, 16×40
Product Advantages and Features
Legacy Compatibility: Seamlessly replaces older UniOP terminals while maintaining software compatibility via UniOP Designer.
Tactile Precision: The mechanical membrane keypad provides physical feedback, critical for operators working in high-vibration areas or wearing safety gloves.
Extreme Connectivity: Supports over 200 communication protocols, ensuring integration with virtually any PLC (Siemens, Rockwell, Mitsubishi, etc.).
Programmable Status LEDs: Features 14 user-definable LEDs that can be mapped to alarms or machine states for instant visual feedback.
Vector Graphics Support: Despite being monochrome, the display supports complex icons and bar graphs for intuitive data representation.
Unique Product Description
The UniOP ERT-16-0042 is the “Indestructible Liaison” of the factory floor. While modern glass panels are prone to cracking and accidental inputs, the ERT-16-0042 relies on a high-reliability mechanical interface.
Its unique design focuses on “Blind Operation”—allowing seasoned operators to navigate menus by touch alone.
It is a dedicated industrial tool that prioritizes uptime and data integrity over consumer-grade aesthetics, making it a staple in heavy industry for decades.
Application Cases
Steel and Metal Plants: Controlling furnace parameters where heat and airborne particles would degrade a touchscreen.
Marine Engine Rooms: Monitoring vital engine stats and fuel levels in high-vibration environments.
Chemical Batching: Precise entry of numerical values for chemical mixing where gloves are mandatory.
CNC Machining Centers: Acting as a rugged interface for tool selection and offset adjustments.
Installation and Maintenance
Installation
Panel Preparation: Use a cutout of $292 \times 202$ mm.
Mounting: Secure the unit using the included brackets, ensuring the front gasket is tight enough to prevent liquid ingress (IP65).
Communication: Ensure the dip-switches on the rear are correctly set for the protocol being used (RS-232 vs. RS-485).
Maintenance
Battery Replacement: Uses a 3V Lithium battery (CR2430) for data retention and the Real-Time Clock.
Cleaning: The front membrane is resistant to most industrial oils and chemicals; clean with a soft cloth and non-abrasive soap.
Project Backup: Always keep a copy of the project file (.uop) as these legacy units do not always allow “uploading” the project back from the hardware.