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V280-18-B20B Unitronics VISION 280B GRAPHIC OPLC
Unitronics V280-18-B20B Vision280 PLC and HMI controller featuring a 4.7 inch monochrome touchscreen display, integrated communications and flexible I/O expansion capabilities.
Why Choose the Unitronics V280-18-B20B Vision280 PLC + HMI?
The Unitronics V280-18-B20B is a powerful PLC + HMI controller that combines advanced programmable logic control with an integrated touchscreen operator interface. As part of the highly regarded Vision280 series, it provides machine builders, OEMs and industrial automation engineers with a reliable all-in-one control platform that reduces panel space, wiring complexity and overall system costs.
The V280-18-B20B features a high-resolution 4.7-inch monochrome touchscreen display with a physical keypad, enabling operators to monitor processes, adjust settings and interact with machinery through an intuitive interface. Its expandable architecture allows additional Snap-In I/O modules and remote expansion modules to be added as system requirements grow.
With built-in communications, extensive memory capacity and support for up to hundreds of distributed I/O points, the V280-18-B20B is ideal for industrial machinery, packaging equipment, water treatment systems, material handling applications and advanced process automation projects.
Key Advantages
- Integrated PLC and touchscreen HMI in one compact device.
- 4.7-inch monochrome touchscreen display with keypad.
- Expandable using Unitronics Snap-In I/O modules.
- Supports local and remote I/O expansion.
- Built-in RS232, RS485 and CANbus communications.
- Reduces wiring and control panel footprint.
- Suitable for OEM machinery and industrial automation systems.
Key Features
- Unitronics Vision280 PLC + HMI.
- 4.7-inch monochrome touchscreen.
- 320 × 240 pixel QVGA display resolution.
- Integrated physical keypad with user-labelled keys.
- 1 MB application memory.
- RS232 communication port.
- RS232/RS485 communication port.
- CANbus networking support.
- 12/24 V DC operation.
- Supports Snap-In I/O expansion modules.
- Expandable to large distributed I/O systems.
- Panel-mounted industrial design.
Advanced PLC and Touchscreen HMI Integration
The Unitronics V280-18-B20B combines machine control, operator interaction and communications within a single hardware platform. Engineers can develop complete automation projects using Unitronics VisiLogic software, creating both ladder logic and HMI screens within a unified programming environment.
Its touchscreen display allows operators to access machine status, alarms, trends, recipes and production data, while the integrated PLC executes complex control functions. Expansion capabilities allow the controller to adapt to a wide range of industrial applications without requiring a complete system redesign.
Typical Applications
- OEM machinery and equipment manufacturing.
- Packaging and labelling systems.
- Water and wastewater treatment plants.
- Material handling and conveyor control.
- Food and beverage processing equipment.
- Building management and utility control.
- Industrial process automation.
Technical Specifications
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| Communication | CANopen, RS232, RS485 | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Series | Unitronics Vision | |
| Screen Size | 4.7" | |
| Coil / Supply Voltage | 12–24 V DC | |
| Display | Text / graphic LCD + keypad | |
| Voltage | 24 V | |
| IP Rating | IP65 | |
| Series | Vision280 | |
| Product type | PLC + HMI controller | |
| Display type | Graphic monochrome FSTN LCD | |
| Display size | 4.7 inch | |
| Display resolution | 320 × 240 pixels (QVGA) | |
| Touchscreen | Resistive analogue touchscreen | |
| Keypad | User-labelled function keys | |
| Application memory | 1 MB | |
| Data tables | 120 KB dynamic RAM, 192 KB fixed RAM | |
| Supply voltage | 12/24 V DC | |
| Operating voltage range | 10.2-28.8 V DC | |
| Communication ports | RS232, RS232/RS485, CANbus | |
| Protection rating | IP65 / NEMA 4X front panel mounted | |
| Operating temperature | 0°C to +50°C | |
| Mounting type | Panel mounting |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Unitronics V280-18-B20B used for?
The V280-18-B20B is an integrated PLC and HMI controller designed for industrial automation, machine control and process monitoring applications.
What type of display does the controller use?
The controller features a 4.7-inch monochrome touchscreen display with a resolution of 320 × 240 pixels and an integrated keypad.
Can the V280-18-B20B be expanded?
Yes. The controller supports Unitronics Snap-In I/O modules as well as local and remote expansion modules via communication networks.
Which communication ports are included?
The controller includes RS232, RS232/RS485 and CANbus communication ports for integration with industrial devices and networks.
What power supply does the unit require?
The V280-18-B20B operates from a 12/24 V DC power supply with an operating range of 10.2 to 28.8 V DC.
Trusted by Automation Engineers Worldwide
The Unitronics Vision280 series is widely used throughout industry for applications requiring reliable PLC control, integrated visualisation and flexible expansion capabilities within a single compact platform.
