XP2-18R-B - 3.7in All-in-One HMI+PLC Controller | Xinje
Teilenummer: XP2-18R-B ✓ Aktiv| Menge | Stückpreis | Gesamt |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $200 | $200,00 |
| 10 | $195 | $1.950,00 |
| 100 | $190 | $19.000,00 |
| 500 | $185 | $92.500,00 |
| 1.000 | $180 | $180.000,00 |
XP2-18R-B Übersicht
An all-in-one HMI+PLC controller merges two products that traditionally require separate mounting, wiring, and programming: the human-machine interface (HMI), which provides operator visualization and data entry, and the programmable logic controller (PLC), which executes ladder-logic control programs. By integrating both into one unit, the XP family reduces panel space, cabinet wiring, and total system cost for small-to-medium machine control, sitting in the hierarchy of industrial automation between discrete PLCs with separate text panels and full touch-screen HMI panel PCs.
Key features include the integrated OP330-style text display paired with an XC-series PLC core, relay output (XP2-18R-B), transistor output (XP2-18RT-B), or mixed relay-transistor output variants, optocoupler isolation on all 10 switch inputs for noise immunity, and support for expansion modules including analog and temperature modules that mount directly on the main unit without extra cabinet space.
Technically, the controller exposes two serial communication ports: COM1 (RS232) used for program upload/download of both PLC and OP programs, and COM2 (RS485, AB terminal) usable as PLC port 2 for Modbus-style slave communication. The air-cooled enclosure carries an industrial operating profile suitable for control cabinets. Function BD boards can be added for temperature and analog control, extending the base 18 I/O points without external adapters.
Typical applications include milling machine and lathe retrofits, small packaging machines, pumps and fans, and compact automation cells where a full touch panel is unnecessary. The 26 sensitive function keys give operators direct access to recipes, setpoints, and manual jog functions.
Design consideration: confirm the output type suffix before ordering - the -B relay version suits contactor and solenoid loads, while the -RT mixed version adds high-speed transistor outputs for stepper or pulse applications; verify 24 VDC supply headroom at 3 W plus output loads.
This page synthesizes verified distributor listings, family variant cross-references, and practical integration guidance not consolidated in the manufacturer operating manual.
Drop-in-Alternativen für XP2-18R-B – gleiches Gehäuse, Pin-kompatibel. Bauteile mit anderem Gehäuse, die eine PCB-Überarbeitung erfordern, sind ausgeschlossen.
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XP2-18RT-B
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XP2-18R-T-B
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XP1-18R
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XP3-18R
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ZP3-18R
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XP2-18R-B Spezifikationen (herstellerveröffentlicht)
| Product Type | Integrated HMI + PLC controller |
| HMI Core | OP330 text display + XC series PLC |
| Digital Inputs | 10 points, optocoupler isolated |
| Digital Outputs | 8 points, relay output (-B version) |
| Total I/O Points | 18 |
| LCD Display | 192 x 64 pixels, 3.7 inch |
| LCD Service Life | More than 20,000 hours at 25C ambient |
| Function Keys | Up to 26 programmable keys |
| Versorgungsspannung | DC 24 V |
| Power Consumption | Approximately 3 W |
| COM1 Interface | RS232 (PLC and OP program upload/download) |
| COM2 Interface | RS485, AB terminal (PLC port 2, slave station) |
| Cooling Method | Air cooled |
| Expansion | Analog/temperature modules and function BD boards, direct-mount |
| Output Type Options | Relay (R) / Transistor (T) / Relay-Transistor (RT) |
XP2-18R-B Schnittstellen & Anschlüsse
XP2-18R-B bietet die folgenden, vom Hersteller veröffentlichten Schnittstellen und Anschlüsse: Leistungsaufnahme. Pinbelegung der Erweiterungsheader, Nummerierung der Anschlüsse und elektrische Grenzwerte sind in der Herstellerdokumentation definiert.
| Leistungsaufnahme | DC 24 V |
Siehe die Herstellerdokumentation für die vollständige Pinbelegung der Erweiterungsleiste und die Nummerierung der Steckverbinder-Pins.
Leistungs- und thermische Eigenschaften
| Leistungsaufnahme | DC 24 V |
| Leistungsverbrauch | Approximately 3 W |
| Kühlung | Air cooled |
Vom Hersteller veröffentlichte Leistungs- und thermische Parameter für XP2-18R-B.
Typische Anwendungen
XP2-18R-B ist geeignet für 6 Anwendungs: Milling Machine Retrofit, Small Packaging Machinery, Pump and Fan Control Stations, Temperature-Controlled Process Skids, Compact Automation Cells and Test Stations, Agricultural and Water Infrastructure Panels.
Milling Machine Retrofit
The XP2-18R-B is positioned by Xinje resellers as a complete all-in-one controller for milling machines, where its combination of 10 optocoupler-isolated inputs (limit switches, home sensors, E-stop chain) and 8 relay outputs (spindle contactor, coolant pump, work light) covers the full I/O budget of a manual or retrofitted machine. The 26 function keys map directly to jog, mode, and start/stop operations, while the 3.7-inch 192 x 64 LCD displays axis position, spindle speed setpoints, and alarm text without a PC. COM2 RS485 links to variable-frequency drives for spindle speed control via the PLC program. The relay outputs suit contactor and solenoid loads common on machine tools; for pulse-axis stepper control, select the XP2-18RT-B mixed-output variant instead. Air-cooled cabinet mounting and DC 24 V, 3 W logic supply simplify retrofit panel design.
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Small Packaging Machinery
Packaging machines such as sealers, fillers, and labelers need coordinated sensor input, actuator timing, and operator recipe control in a compact footprint. The XP2-18R-B provides the 10 isolated inputs for photoelectric sensors and encoder signals, and 8 relay outputs for sealing bars, vacuum valves, and conveyor contactors. The up-to-26 programmable function keys let operators select product recipes and adjust counts directly on the machine, and the 192 x 64 pixel LCD shows batch counters, cycle status, and fault text at a glance, with an LCD service life exceeding 20,000 hours at 25C for multi-shift duty. Because the HMI and PLC share one housing, panel wiring between display and controller is eliminated, reducing assembly time and wiring faults. Expansion modules for analog pressure or temperature control mount directly on the main unit without extra cabinet space, keeping small machine enclosures compact.
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Pump and Fan Control Stations
Motor control stations for pumps, fans, and compressors require level-switch inputs, contactor drive outputs, and simple operator status display. The XP2-18R-B delivers exactly this profile: 10 optocoupler-isolated digital inputs accept float switches, pressure switches, and hand-auto selectors, while the 8 relay outputs drive contactor coils and run/fault indication lamps. The RS485 COM2 port on AB terminals allows the controller to operate as a slave station in a multi-drop monitoring network, reporting status to a supervisory system. At 24 VDC and only about 3 W logic consumption, the unit fits standard control cabinets without dedicated cooling beyond its air-cooled housing. The durable 3.7-inch LCD rated over 20,000 hours withstands continuous duty displaying setpoints and alarms, and the 26 function keys provide local manual override capability for maintenance personnel during commissioning and servicing.
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Temperature-Controlled Process Skids
Process skids involving heaters, ovens, or extruders need PID temperature loops alongside discrete sequencing logic. The XP2 series supports direct-mount temperature and analog expansion modules plus function BD boards installed on the main unit itself, per the manufacturer product documentation, so the XP2-18R-B base unit supplies the 18 discrete I/O points while a bolt-on temperature module handles thermocouple or RTD inputs. The HMI text display presents process values and setpoint entry through the function keys, and the PLC program executes PID control with the relay outputs driving heater contactors or solid-state relay pilot circuits. The RS232 COM1 port is used for program upload/download during commissioning, and COM2 RS485 supports data logging integration. Optocoupler isolation on all inputs protects logic from heater-driven ground noise, an important reliability factor in resistive-heating environments.
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Compact Automation Cells and Test Stations
Bench-top automation cells, go/no-go test stations, and small robotic workcells benefit from a single controller handling logic and operator interface. The XP2-18R-B's 10 isolated inputs connect to part-present sensors, fixture-locked switches, and operator pushbuttons; the 8 relay outputs actuate clamps, diverters, and pass/fail stack lights. The integrated text HMI displays test step, result, and operator prompts, while up to 26 function keys support mode selection and manual stepping during setup. The DC 24 V, approximately 3 W supply allows powering from a standard cabinet auxiliary supply alongside sensors. Program development occurs over COM1 RS232, and results can be pushed to a host over COM2 RS485 as a slave station. When test sequencing needs faster transistor-level signaling to instruments, the XP2-18RT-B variant provides mixed relay-transistor outputs in the same housing, enabling panel layout reuse across product variants.
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Agricultural and Water Infrastructure Panels
Rural pumping stations, irrigation panels, and small water-treatment plants need rugged simple controls with local operator display in dusty environments. The XP2-18R-B's sealed integrated housing, air-cooled design, and button-based text interface are more field-serviceable than touch panels in such settings, since membrane keys and a 20,000-hour LCD tolerate dust and vibration better than capacitive glass. The 10 optocoupler-isolated inputs accept well-level, dry-run, and valve-position feedback; the 8 relay outputs drive pump contactors and valve solenoids. COM2 RS485 enables the controller to join a multi-drop telemetry network as a slave station reporting flow status. With a 24 VDC supply drawing only about 3 W, the controller runs from battery-backed solar systems common at remote sites. The up-to-26 function keys allow local manual pump operation when communication links are down, maintaining service continuity.
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Zusammenfassung der empfohlenen Produkte
Technische Referenzdaten für XP2-18R-B – Vergleich, Designhinweise und Compliance-Informationen.
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Vergleich mit Alternativen
| Parameter | Dieses Produkt | XP2-18RT-B | XP2-18R | XP1-18R | XP3-18R | ZP3-18R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package / Housing | Integrated HMI+PLC controller, 3.7-inch text panel | Identical housing (XP2 generation) | Identical housing (XP2 generation) | Previous-generation housing | Newer-generation housing | Newer-generation housing |
| Brand | Xinje | Xinje | Xinje | Xinje | Xinje | Xinje |
| Digital Inputs | 10, optocoupler isolated | 10, optocoupler isolated | 10, optocoupler isolated | 10, optocoupler isolated | 18-point I/O architecture | 18-point I/O architecture |
| Digital Outputs | 8, relay | 8, relay-transistor mixed | 8, relay | 8, relay | 8 (R/RT variants) | 8 (R/RT variants) |
| Display | 192 x 64 px, 3.7 inch, >20,000 h life | 192 x 64 px, 3.7 inch | 192 x 64 px, 3.7 inch | 192 x 64 px, 3.7 inch | 3.7 inch text panel | 3.7 inch text panel |
| Supply Voltage | DC 24 V | DC 24 V | DC 24 V | DC 24 V | DC 24 V | DC 24 V |
| Communications | COM1 RS232; COM2 RS485 (slave) | RS232 + RS485 (same) | RS232 + RS485 (same) | RS232 + RS485 (same) | RS232 + RS485 (same) | RS232 + RS485 (same) |
| Expansion Support | Analog/temperature modules + BD boards, direct-mount | Same XP2 expansion support | Same XP2 expansion support | Reduced (older generation) | XP3 expansion platform | ZP3 expansion platform |
Wichtigste Unterscheidungsmerkmale
- All-relay outputs for direct contactor drive (vs. XP2-18RT-B)
- Second-generation expansion support (vs. XP1-18R)
- Integrated HMI eliminates separate operator panel (vs. XP3-18R (two-component architecture alternative))
Designhinweise
Size the 24 VDC supply for the controller's approximately 3 W logic load plus the current drawn by all sensor inputs and any devices powered from the same rail. When relay outputs drive contactor coils, account for inrush in the shared supply budget. Use a filtered switching supply with adequate hold-up time, and separate the logic supply from heavy inductive loads where practical to prevent brown-out resets of the PLC program during contactor switching.
This is a terminal-block controller, not an IC: plan the control cabinet layout so RS232 (COM1) and RS485 (COM2, AB terminals) field wiring is routed away from relay output wiring carrying switched inductive loads. Since all relay outputs switch on the same unit, use RC snubbers or freewheel diodes on DC solenoids and contactor coils to extend relay contact life and reduce radiated noise affecting the isolated digital inputs.
Verify the output-type suffix before ordering: XP2-18R-B (all relay), XP2-18RT-B (relay-transistor mixed), and XP2-18R-T-B (transistor) look similar but behave differently for pulse and stepper duties. Also note COM2 operates as RS485 slave only per family documentation - it cannot initiate master communications. When substituting XP1 or XP3 generations, re-verify the program and panel cutout, since these are not documented as drop-in swaps.
The 3.7-inch LCD is rated for more than 20,000 hours at 25C ambient per family documentation. To maximize display life in hot cabinets, keep the unit out of direct sun and away from heat-producing drives, and use screen-blanking of the HMI program during idle periods in continuous-duty applications.
Compliance-Informationen
Compliance declarations for the XP2-18R-B were not found in the provided web data; consult Xinje or the seller for RoHS/REACH declarations.