Lauer VK212B.5.0.1.0.LAU Control Panel
The Lauer VK212B.5.0.1.0.LAU is a high-performance control panel from the VPC (Versatile Panel Computer) series. It features a large 12.1-inch TFT display with high brightness, a robust metal housing, and capacitive touch technology. This panel is engineered for demanding industrial environments, including heavy machinery, mining, and outdoor installations, where reliability, visibility, and durability are critical. Its powerful processor and extensive connectivity make it suitable for complex SCADA and data acquisition tasks.
Technical Specifications
Display: 12.1-inch TFT, 1024 x 768 pixels (XGA), LED backlight, 500 cd/m² (optional 800), 800:1 contrast, anti-glare.
Touchscreen: Projected capacitive, multi-touch (10 points), glove-friendly, with 1.5 mm toughened glass.
Processor: Intel Atom E3827 (dual-core, 1.75 GHz) or similar, 4 GB RAM, 32 GB SSD (expandable).
Interfaces: 2 x Gigabit Ethernet, 4 x RS232/422/485, 6 x USB 2.0, 2 x CAN 2.0B, 1 x VGA, 1 x HDMI, 1 x mini-PCIe slot.
Power Supply: 24 V DC (18–36 V), consumption 35 W.
Operating Temperature: -20 °C to +60 °C (extended option -40 °C to +70 °C).
Storage Temperature: -30 °C to +80 °C.
Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing.
Protection: Front IP66, rear IP20.
Mounting: Panel mount with clamps or VESA 75/100 mm.
Cutout: 310 x 230 mm, depth 75 mm.
Weight: 4.8 kg.
Real-time clock with supercapacitor.
Internal speaker and buzzer.
Functional Features
This panel runs Windows Embedded or Linux, enabling it to host advanced SCADA applications, OPC UA servers, and IIoT gateways. It supports remote desktop, VNC, and web-based dashboards. The capacitive touch enables intuitive gestures. The unit includes a hardware watchdog, temperature monitoring, and voltage supervision. The mini-PCIe slot allows installation of fieldbus (Profibus, EtherCAT) or wireless modules (Wi-Fi, 5G).
Data logging is supported via internal SSD or external USB. The panel also features TPM 2.0 for security and can be integrated into MQTT networks.
Installation Guidelines
Mount securely using VESA or panel clamps. Connect 24 V DC power with a 2 A fuse. Ground the unit properly. Use shielded cables for Ethernet and serial ports. Provide adequate clearance (at least 70 mm) behind for ventilation. For the mini-PCIe module, install before power-up.
Operating Conditions
Extreme temperature tolerance, vibration 2 g (10–150 Hz), shock 30 g (11 ms). Backlight life 70,000 hours. Fanless cooling.
Applications
Heavy machinery control, mining equipment, oil and gas automation, marine navigation, and large-scale material handling.
Compliance
CE, UL, cUL, ATEX (Zone 2/22) optional. RoHS and REACH compliant.
Ordering Variants
Various processor, memory, and storage options. Sunlight-readable and wide-temperature versions available. Custom I/O configurations.
