Graphite HMI

Graphite HMI displays are available in eight different sizes from 7 inches to 15 inches. These HMI panels feature a streamlined, full-color touchscreen and a compact design that facilitates installation. The durable cast aluminum construction supports use in both outdoor and indoor environments, with a wide operating temperature range and high shock and vibration resistance, enabling process control and monitoring regardless of the environment. Connect standalone devices by converting up to 20 industrial protocols simultaneously from a library of over 300 supported drivers. Additionally, choose from a wide range of modules and expansion options that seamlessly extend functionality and meet varying needs.

Stylish and Durable Design: Graphite HMI displays feature reliable resistive analog touchscreens and durable aluminum enclosures, enabling operation in high-shock, vibration, and temperature applications. Standard and widescreen models are available in sizes from 7 inches to 15 inches. 7- and 10-inch models offer UV-resistant, sunlight-readable displays for outdoor use.

Expansion Options: Graphite HMI devices are the most rugged HMIs on the market, offering the versatility of plug-in modules and expansion racks that can be easily installed onsite, enabling application customization. Available Graphite modules include dedicated PID controllers, digital I/O, analog I/O, high-density thermocouple, RTD, strain gauge, and fully isolated universal analog input modules. Additionally, with the Graphite Crimson® Control module, users can leverage industry-standard IEC 61131 programming languages to develop logic code at no additional cost. Further expansion is possible with the E3 I/O™ high-density module.

Connectivity: Graphite HMI devices come standard with one 10/100Base-T(X) Ethernet port, two RS-232 and one RS-422/485 serial ports, one USB device port, and two USB host ports, as well as support for serial-to-Ethernet conversion. Certain models offer additional Ethernet and/or RS-422/485 ports.

Communication: Support for over 300 protocols makes Graphite HMI a powerful communication platform. With Graphite devices, you can manage applications from multiple manufacturers and network existing equipment. Select and control PLCs, variable frequency drives, motion controllers, or PID controllers directly from the Graphite platform.

Remote Monitoring and Control: Graphite HMI devices keep personnel informed about machine and process performance. With the built-in web server, remote management can monitor and control devices from virtually any network-connected device. Graphite HMI can also send notifications about existing or potential issues via email or text message to ensure problems are resolved quickly and downtime is minimized.

Data Collection: The built-in data logger in Graphite HMI devices provides an efficient way to store continuous data, as well as events and alarms. Data can be collected from all connected devices and compiled into CSV-format files that can be stored, displayed, emailed, or automatically synchronized with an FTP or Microsoft SQL server.

Crimson Software: Red Lion’s powerful Crimson® software is a remarkable programming platform that unlocks the power of Graphite HMI hardware with simple drag-and-drop, point-and-click configuration. Unlike competing HMI devices that charge extra for cumbersome software, Red Lion’s Crimson software is included with every Graphite HMI. Additionally, advanced IEC 61131 control and programming functionality can easily be added with the Graphite Crimson Control module.