Beckhoff CP3915-0000 Multitouch Panel
Beckhoff CP3915-0000 Multitouch Panel
Beckhoff CP3915-0000 is a premium, multi-touch control panel designed for direct mounting-arm installation at the machine level. Featuring a spacious 15-inch display,
this operator interface moves away from the traditional, rigid square bezel design to offer a modern, sleek aesthetic with an all-enclosed aluminum housing.
Equipped with a highly responsive projective capacitive touchscreen (PCAP), the CP3915-0000 supports advanced multi-finger gestures, enabling intuitive zoom, swipe, and two-hand safety operations.
By utilizing Beckhoff’s CP-Link 4 connection technology, this terminal can be positioned far from the main control cabinet, receiving video signals, USB 2.0 peripheral data, and power over a single, unified Cat 6A cable.
It represents the perfect combination of contemporary smartphone-style ergonomics and rugged, all-weather industrial construction.
Technical Parameter Table
| Parameter | Specification |
| Model Number | CP3915-0000 |
| Display Size & Type | 15-inch TFT display |
| Resolution | $1024 \times 768$ (XGA) |
| Touch Technology | Projective capacitive multi-touch (PCAP) |
| Housing Material | Fully enclosed aluminum housing |
| Ingress Protection | IP65 all around (front, sides, and rear) |
| Connection Technology | CP-Link 4 (One Cable Technology via RJ45/Cat 6A) |
| Max Distance from IPC | Up to 100 meters |
| Operating Temperature | $0^\circ\text{C}$ to $+55^\circ\text{C}$ |
| Supply Voltage | 24 V DC (via CP-Link 4 or separate power supply) |
Product Advantages and Features
Advanced Multi-Touch Gesture Control: The projective capacitive sensor layer enables robust multi-touch functionality, allowing programmers to implement two-handed verification controls, rotating dials, and natural zooming interfaces.
One-Cable Installation (CP-Link 4): Significantly cuts hardware and integration costs by consolidating DVI graphics, USB 2.0 signals, and 24V DC power into a single standard Cat 6A industrial Ethernet cable.
Complete Environmental Isolation: Featuring a full IP65 rating across all surfaces, the enclosure protects internal components against water jets, fine dust, cutting fluids, and oily residues without requiring a separate terminal box.
Long-Distance Remote Operation: Unlike standard DVI or USB connections that degrade after a few meters, the CP3915 can operate reliably up to 100 meters away from the central industrial PC cabinet.
Installation and Maintenance
Installation Guidelines
Support Arm Integration: Mount the panel directly to a standard 48mm support arm system using the specialized mounting arm adapter tube located on the rear or top of the housing.
Cable Routing & Strain Relief: Feed the single Cat 6A cable through the center of the mounting arm channel. Ensure that the cable gland inside the panel connection workspace is securely tightened to lock out moisture.
Positioning Locks: Adjust the tilt and rotation tension mechanisms on the arm connection adapter so the operator can position the interface comfortably without putting stress on the housing frame.
Maintenance Routines
⚠️ Caution: Using scratchy materials or highly concentrated caustic chemicals on the display front can dull the surface or damage the capacitive sensor overlay.
Screen Care: Wipe down the glass face using a soft, microfiber cloth dampened with a mild, diluted commercial glass cleaner or alcohol solution.
Cable Strain Audit: Check the entry point on the mounting arm assembly twice a year to ensure the cable jacket shows no signs of pinching, twisting, or mechanical wear.
Other Models in the Same Series & Related Models
The Beckhoff CP39xx family offers a variety of display aspect ratios, screen sizes, and keyboard layouts for decentralized installation:
CP3912-0000: 12-inch compact multi-touch option for space-limited setups.
CP3916-0000: 15.6-inch widescreen ($1366 \times 768$) variant.
CP3918-0000: Larger 18.5-inch widescreen layout for extensive visualization screens.
CP3921-0000: High-definition 21.5-inch wide-format terminal designed for complex cell monitoring.
CP29xx Series: Mechanically similar multi-touch displays, but built for flush, built-in cabinet panel layouts rather than independent mounting arms.
Application Cases
High-End Packaging Machinery Consoles: Mounted directly over primary sealing and filling lines, giving operators a wide view of real-time throughput analytics and interactive timing graphs.
Advanced Semiconductor Fabrication Plants: Used in cleanroom tools where its fully enclosed, fanless, and crevice-free aluminum profile minimizes particulate buildup.
Robotic Handling and Palletizing Cells: Installed as a central operator command post on a swinging pendant arm near safety doors, allowing operators to safely tweak robot trajectories right beside the workspace.