How do OFT Panel PCs handle environmental challenges like dust and moisture?

OFT Panel PCs are designed with front bezels that can achieve IP65 protection rating when properly installed in an enclosure, protecting against dust and water splashes from the front. The open frame design allows system integrators to incorporate the panel into custom enclosures that can provide additional environmental protection appropriate for the specific installation environment.

What are the main features of the OFT-15W04 Panel PC?

The OFT-15W04 features a 15" XGA (1024x768) display, ARM Cortex-A17 quad-core processor, 2GB DDR3 memory, 16GB eMMC storage, projected capacitive multi-touch screen, Android 8.1 operating system, multiple I/O options including USB, HDMI, and LAN ports, and wide voltage input (12-24V DC), making it ideal for cost-effective industrial control interfaces.

Avalue · Panel PC / moniteur / mobile

OFT-15W04

Fiche technique

*Prix sur demande. Contactez-nous pour un devis.

Fabricant : Avalue

Points forts

Intel® Celeron™ Processor J3455
4GB LPDDR3
32GB eMMC
-20°C ~ 60°C (-4°F ~ 140°F)
CE, FCC Class A

Description du produit

The Avalue OFT-15W04 is a 15.6" open-frame industrial tablet featuring an Intel® Celeron® Processor J3455. It includes 4GB LPDDR3 memory, 32GB eMMC storage, and a projected capacitive (PCAP) multi-touch screen.

This tablet supports a wide range of connectivity options, including USB, HDMI, and LAN, and is designed for industrial applications. It operates within a temperature range from 0°C to 40°C.

Caractéristiques techniques

Processeur

Intel® Celeron® Processor J3455

Mémoire système

4GB LPDDR3 SO-DIMM

Taille LCD

15.6"

Type d'écran

Full HD

Résolution

1920 x 1080

Pas de pixel

179.25 x 179.25 um

Luminance

220 cd/m²

Rapport de contraste

800

Angle de vision

85 (U), 85 (D), 85 (L), 85 ( R)

Temps de réponse

30 ms

Rétroéclairage

LED

Type de dalle tactile

PCAP

Transmission lumineuse de la dalle tactile

85 %

Dalle LCD

TFT LCD

Stockage

32GB eMMC

Connecteur d'E/S externe

1 x 10/100/1000 RJ45 Powered LAN

1 x DC Jack

1 x Headphone Jack

1 x HDMI 1.4 Out

1 x Reset

2 x USB 3.0 Type A

Connecteur d'E/S interne

1 x A-MIC

1 x DC Input

1 x DIO

1 x M.2 3042 B-Key or M.2 2242 B-key

1 x Micro USB

1 x MIPI DSI

1 x RS232 (Tx/Rx/Rts/Cts) interface

1 x RS232 (Tx/Rx/Rts/Cts) , RS485 (Tx/Rx/Rts/Cts)

1 x SD card slot

1 x Speaker

1 x Touch Button

WLAN

WIFI 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac

Affichage multiple

eDP + HDMI

Informations de certification

CE, FCC Class A

Entrée CC

DC 12~24V

Informations sur l'OS

2019 Windows 10 (64 bit) IoT LTSC, Ubuntu 20.04

Température de fonctionnement

0°C ~ 40°C (32°F ~ 104°F)

Température de stockage

-20°C ~ 60°C (-4°F ~ 140°F)

Humidité en fonctionnement

40°C @ 95% Relative humidity, Non-condensing

Poids

2.2 kg

Dimensions (larg. x long. x haut.)

384 x 254 x 47.5mm

Alimentation requise

DC 12~24V

Informations de commande

OFT-15W04-3410-A1R : OFT-15W04-4G_32G-Ubuntu 20.04

OFT-15W04-3411-A1R : OFT-15W04-4G_32G-Win10

OFT-15W04-3412-A1R : OFT-15W04-4G_32G-Non OS

Qu'est-ce que le OFT-15W04 ?

The OFT-15W04 is a panel pc / moniteur / mobile manufactured by Avalue, designed specifically for open-frame-tablet applications. It features écran of 15.6", réseau of WIFI 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac and os of 2019 Windows 10 (64 bit) IoT LTSC, Ubuntu 20.04. The Avalue OFT-15W04 is a 15.6" open-frame industrial tablet featuring an Intel® Celeron® Processor J3455. It includes 4GB LPDDR3 memory, 32GB eMMC storage, and a projected capacitive (PCAP) multi-touch screen. This tablet supports a wide range of connectivity options, including USB, HDMI, and LAN, and is designed for industrial applications. It operates within a temperature range from 0°C to 40°C.

Caractéristiques et avantages clés

Intel® Celeron™ Processor J3455
4GB LPDDR3
32GB eMMC
-20°C ~ 60°C (-4°F ~ 140°F)
CE, FCC Class A

Applications et cas d'usage

Le OFT-15W04 est idéal pour de nombreuses applications d'automatisation industrielle :

Extreme temperature environments and outdoor installations
High-performance computing and data processing tasks
Memory-intensive applications and multitasking
Industrial control and monitoring systems
Factory automation and process control
Machine control and visualization
SCADA and HMI applications
Industrial applications

Questions fréquentes

An Open Frame Touch Panel PC is a industrial-grade computing device with a touchscreen display designed without an external housing or chassis, allowing it to be integrated directly into custom enclosures, kiosks, or control panels. These systems feature a slim profile with mounting brackets around the edges for easy installation, and are ideal for applications in industrial automation, kiosks, digital signage, and control systems.

Open Frame Panel PCs offer easier integration into custom enclosures, flexible mounting options, space savings with slim profiles, customizable front bezels to match application aesthetics, often lower cost due to simplified construction, and adaptability for specialized environments. They maintain the ruggedness and reliability of industrial Panel PCs while providing more installation versatility.

Open Frame Panel PCs typically offer multiple mounting options including panel/cutout mounting using the brackets around the frame's periphery, VESA mounting patterns (75mm x 75mm or 100mm x 100mm) for attachment to arms or stands, and custom mounting solutions through pre-drilled mounting holes. The open frame design specifically facilitates flush integration into custom enclosures, control panels, and kiosk systems.

Resistive touchscreens detect pressure and can be operated with gloves, styluses, or any object, making them ideal for industrial environments where operators may wear gloves. Capacitive touchscreens offer superior clarity, multi-touch capability, and durability but require a conductive input (like a bare finger). OFT models offer both options to suit different application needs and environmental conditions.

The OFT-15W04 achieves cost-effectiveness through its ARM-based architecture which reduces component costs, Android OS which eliminates Windows licensing fees, optimized hardware-software integration for efficient performance with modest specifications, durable yet economical design, and energy efficiency that lowers operational costs. These factors make it an affordable solution for industrial interface applications.

The OFT-15W04 offers comprehensive connectivity through USB ports for peripherals, HDMI output for secondary displays, Gigabit Ethernet for network integration, and internal expansion options. It supports standard industrial communication protocols through appropriate Android applications, and can be integrated with PLCs and other industrial equipment via Ethernet-based protocols, making it versatile for various industrial control scenarios.

Open frame design refers to a display or Panel PC constructed without an external housing or chassis, featuring only a front bezel with mounting brackets. This design offers advantages including flexible integration into custom enclosures, kiosks, or control panels; reduced depth and weight compared to fully enclosed systems; ability to achieve a flush, seamless appearance in the final installation; and customization options for specialized industrial or commercial applications.

Resistive touchscreens detect physical pressure, work with any input device (gloved fingers, styluses), offer good durability against chemicals and harsh environments, but provide less clarity and no multi-touch. Projected capacitive (PCAP) touchscreens detect electrical properties of the human body, offer superior optical clarity, multi-touch capability, and better durability against surface scratches, but typically require a bare finger or conductive stylus.

OFT and OFR series achieve environmental protection through front bezels designed to meet IP65 standards when properly installed in an enclosure. This is accomplished using specialized gaskets and seals around the display perimeter, watertight mounting brackets, sealed touchscreen-to-bezel bonding, and proper installation techniques. While the rear remains open by design, the front protection prevents dust and water ingress from the exposed face of the installation.

Wide voltage input (typically 9-36V DC or 12-24V DC) allows OFT Panel PCs to operate reliably with various power sources and in environments with fluctuating power conditions. This flexibility accommodates different industrial power standards, handles voltage drops in long cable runs, provides tolerance against surges or sags, and eliminates the need for additional power conditioning equipment in challenging industrial settings.

Important mounting considerations include securing all mounting brackets evenly to prevent display distortion or stress, maintaining proper clearance for cooling, ensuring the mounting surface can support the weight, applying the correct torque to mounting hardware, installing appropriate gaskets for environmental protection, planning for cable management, and considering accessibility for maintenance while maintaining the specified IP protection rating at the front surface.

Open frame Panel PCs typically support several mounting methods: panel mount/cutout installation where the device is inserted into a cabinet cutout and secured with mounting brackets; VESA mount using standard 75x75mm or 100x100mm patterns; direct mounting to a flat surface using the pre-drilled holes on the chassis; and custom mounting solutions for specialized applications like kiosks or machine integration, each requiring specific considerations for proper support and environmental protection.

Best practices for cabling include: planning cable routes to prevent stress on connectors, using appropriate cable ties or management systems to secure cables without pinching, implementing strain relief to prevent tension on connections, maintaining minimum bend radius for each cable type, keeping power cables separate from signal cables to prevent interference, using appropriate length cables to avoid excess loops, and ensuring all connections are secure and protected from physical damage or environmental exposure.

Cutout dimensions for panel mounting must follow manufacturer specifications exactly, typically allowing for a 1-2mm tolerance. Important considerations include measuring the active display area plus bezel (not just the screen), accounting for mounting brackets and their clearance needs, ensuring sufficient depth behind the panel for cables and connectors, verifying the panel material is strong enough to support the device weight, and planning for proper sealing to maintain environmental ratings.

To optimize touch functionality: ensure the touch controller cable is properly connected, install correct touch drivers for the operating system, run calibration utilities after installation, avoid mounting near sources of electrical interference, ensure the mounting implementation doesn't put pressure on the display edges which could affect touch accuracy, and test touch functionality across the entire screen before finalizing installation to confirm proper operation throughout.

For touch issues: ensure the touch cable is properly connected internally, check for physical damage to the screen surface, verify touch drivers are properly installed and updated, run the operating system's touch calibration utility, check for sources of electrical interference near the device, ensure no mounting pressure is affecting the display edges, test with another application to isolate software-specific issues, and for persistent problems, contact technical support.

For display issues: verify the power source is within specified voltage range, check all video connections are secure, confirm the input source is working with another display if possible, verify the correct input is selected via OSD controls, adjust brightness settings if the image is very dim, check for physical damage to cables or connectors, and test with different resolution settings as some displays have optimal resolution requirements for proper image reproduction.

For overheating: verify the ambient temperature is within specified operating range, ensure adequate clearance around the unit for passive cooling, check that mounting hasn't restricted heat dissipation from the rear, avoid installation near other heat-generating equipment, consider adding auxiliary cooling for installations in high-temperature environments, check resource-intensive applications that may be causing high CPU usage, and verify the device firmware and drivers are updated to the latest versions.

If the unit won't power on: check power supply connections and verify output voltage is correct, inspect power cables for damage, verify internal power connections are secure if recently serviced, check for LED indicators that might signal power presence, try an alternative power supply meeting the specified requirements, reset the device by disconnecting power for 30 seconds, and if possible, connect a known working display to the same power source to determine if the power supply is functioning correctly.

Points forts

Description du produit

Caractéristiques techniques

Informations système

Processeur

Mémoire système

Dalle

Taille LCD

Type d'écran

Résolution

Pas de pixel

Luminance

Rapport de contraste

Angle de vision

Temps de réponse

Rétroéclairage

Type de dalle tactile

Transmission lumineuse de la dalle tactile

Dalle LCD

Stockage

Stockage

E/S externes et internes

Connecteur d'E/S externe

Connecteur d'E/S interne

WLAN

Écran

Affichage multiple

Certifications

Informations de certification

Alimentation requise

Entrée CC

Prise en charge logicielle

Informations sur l'OS

Mécanique et environnement

Température de fonctionnement

Température de stockage

Humidité en fonctionnement

Poids

Dimensions (larg. x long. x haut.)

Alimentation requise

Informations de commande

Informations de commande

Qu'est-ce que le OFT-15W04 ?

Caractéristiques et avantages clés

Applications et cas d'usage

Questions fréquentes