Omron NS12-TS01B-V2 Programmable Touch Screen HMI for Industrial Operation

Product Overview

The Omron NS12-TS01B-V2 is a high-performance 12.1-inch TFT color touch screen programmable terminal from the NS series. This HMI provides a large, high-resolution display (800 x 600 pixels, 256 colors) for visualizing machine status, production data, and alarms. It is designed for industrial environments with a robust front panel rated IP65. The NS12-TS01B-V2 features multiple communication ports (Ethernet, RS-232C, RS-422A/485) for connecting to a wide range of PLCs, including Omron CJ/CS/CP series and third-party controllers. It is suitable for applications such as machine tool control, packaging line monitoring, and process visualization.

Key Features of NS12-TS01B-V2

The 12.1-inch TFT LCD offers 256 colors with a wide viewing angle and high brightness, ensuring excellent readability even under bright shop floor lighting. The analog resistive touch screen is operable with gloved hands. The backlight is LED with a typical lifetime of 50,000 hours. The NS12-TS01B-V2 includes an Ethernet port (10/100 Mbps), a serial port (RS-232C), and a second serial port (RS-422A/485). It also has a USB port (Type A) for connecting memory devices, and a CF card slot for data logging and screen transfer. The unit is programmed using CX-Designer software.

The HMI supports multiple protocols including Omron FINS, Host Link, Modbus RTU/TCP, and general-purpose serial communication. It includes a real-time clock with battery backup for event time-stamping. The unit can log data to CF card in CSV format. The NS12-TS01B-V2 has a built-in web server for remote monitoring via standard browser. It operates on 24 V DC power (20.4-28.8 V) and consumes 30 W typical. The front panel meets IP65 protection. The unit dimensions are 318 mm x 238 mm x 55 mm, with a panel cutout of 303 mm x 223 mm. Operating temperature is 0 to 50°C. Certifications include CE, UL, and KC.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Omron Corporation

• Part Number: NS12-TS01B-V2 (also NS12-TS01-V2, NS12-TS01-ECV2, NS12-TS01B-ECV2)

• Series: NS

• Product Type: Programmable Terminal / Touch Screen HMI

• Display Size: 12.1 inches diagonal

• Display Type: TFT color LCD, 256 colors

• Resolution: 800 x 600 pixels (SVGA)

• Touch Panel: Analog resistive

• Backlight: LED, 50,000 hours life

• Communication Ports: Ethernet (10/100), RS-232C, RS-422A/485

• USB Port: Type A (host)

• CF Card Slot: Yes

• Configuration Software: CX-Designer

• Real-Time Clock: Yes, battery-backed

• Power Supply: 24 V DC (20.4-28.8 V)

• Power Consumption: 30 W typical

• Front Panel Rating: IP65

• Operating Temperature: 0 to +50 °C

• Storage Temperature: -20 to +60 °C

• Dimensions (W x H x D): 318 mm x 238 mm x 55 mm

• Certifications: CE, UL, KC

Functional Description

The NS12-TS01B-V2 communicates with the PLC via Ethernet or serial, exchanging device data in real time. The operator interface is created in CX-Designer with buttons, numeric displays, trend graphs, and alarm lists. The HMI writes operator inputs to PLC registers and reads values for display. Data logging records production data to CF card. The web server allows remote monitoring. The CF card can also be used to update screen files without a PC.

Applications

The Omron NS12-TS01B-V2 is used as an operator interface for CNC machines, packaging lines, process control systems, and industrial automation cells requiring a large, high-resolution display.