Order Number: 6AV3617-1JC20-0AX1
Product Name: SIMATIC OP 17/DP Operator Panel
Product Series: SIMATIC HMI Operator Panel (OP)
Lifecycle Status: Discontinued (legacy industrial HMI, service & spare parts support only)
Core Feature: Monochrome LC text display, membrane keypad with LED function keys, PROFIBUS DP, multi-serial interfaces, front IP65, battery-backed RTC, for SIMATIC S7/M7 system control
1. Basic Identification
| Parameter | Detailed English Specification |
|---|---|
| Full Description | Operator panel OP 17/DP, LC monochrome display, LED backlight, 4×20 / 8×40 characters, membrane keyboard, PROFIBUS DP up to 1.5 Mbaud, UL/CSA approved, for industrial machine operation & process monitoring |
| Form Factor | Panel-mount compact operator panel (flush mounting into control cabinet) |
| Operation Mode | Membrane key operation only (no touchscreen) |
| Front Protection | IP65 (dust-tight, water-jet resistant, industrial front seal) |
| Rear Protection | IP20 |
| Net Weight | Approx. 0.96 kg (without packaging) |
| Certifications | CE, PRS, FM Class I Div. 2, UL, Ex Zone 2/22 |
| Operating System | Proprietary Rmos embedded real-time OS |
| Configuration Software | ProTool / ProTool Lite V2.51 or higher (sold separately) |
| Tariff Code | 85371098 |
| GTIN/EAN | 4025515052135 |
2. Display & Backlight Specifications
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Type | Monochrome LC (liquid crystal) text display, black/white |
| Display Format | Dual-mode: 4 lines × 20 characters / 8 lines × 40 characters |
| Character Size | Standard industrial 5 mm character height |
| Backlight Type | LED backlight |
| Backlight Lifetime (MTBF) | Approx. 200,000 hours at 25 °C ambient |
| Display Contrast | Fixed industrial-grade, optimized for factory floor viewing |
| Illumination | Uniform front-lit, glare-resistant for industrial environments |
3. Keypad & Control Elements
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Keyboard Type | Industrial robust membrane keyboard |
| Programmable Function Keys | 24 total, fully user-programmable |
| LED Illuminated Keys | 16 function keys with status LEDs for visual feedback |
| System Keys | Dedicated system control keys (22 total) for navigation, setup, diagnostics |
| Input Modes | Numeric & hexadecimal input; alphabetic input not supported |
| Key Labeling | User-definable custom labeling for membrane keys |
| Multi‑Key Operation | Not supported |
| Local Indicator | Error LED (system fault alert), Info LED (status indication); no Power LED |
4. Hardware, Memory & Real-Time Clock
4.1 Processor & Memory
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| CPU | Embedded x86 industrial processor |
| Memory Type | Combined Flash + RAM integrated memory |
| User Data Memory | 256 KB usable non-volatile storage for projects, recipes, logs |
| External Storage | No floppy, CD-ROM, hard disk, USB, PC card, or CF card slots |
| Memory Backup | Battery-supported non-volatile data retention |
4.2 Real-Time Clock (RTC)
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| RTC Type | Hardware real-time clock (RTC) |
| Backup Power | Optional 3.6 V backup battery |
| Backup Duration | Minimum 4 years of data/clock retention without main power |
| Synchronization | Clock synchronizable with PLC/master controller over bus |
| Software Clock | Not supported; hardware RTC only |
5. Electrical & Power Data
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Supply Voltage | 24 V DC nominal (industrial control voltage) |
| Rated Input Current | 0.34 A at 24 V DC |
| Power Consumption | Max. 10 W (typical low-power industrial design) |
| UPS Connection | Not supported (no serial UPS interface) |
| Power Protection | Reverse polarity, overcurrent, short‑circuit protected (integrated) |
6. Communication Interfaces & Protocols
| Interface Type | Quantity & Specifications |
|---|---|
| RS232 | 2 × independent ports, for PC, printer, or serial peripherals |
| RS422 | 1 × full‑duplex serial port, long‑distance serial communication |
| RS485 / PROFIBUS DP | 1 × port, max. baud rate 1.5 Mbit/s, PROFIBUS DP slave compliant |
| USB | Not available (no USB host/device ports) |
| Industrial Ethernet | Not equipped (no Ethernet interface) |
| Fieldbus Support | PROFIBUS DP V0, DP V1 (primary control bus) |
| Supported Controllers | SIMATIC S7‑300, S7‑400, M7, S5, and all PROFIBUS DP‑enabled PLCs |
7. Environmental & Mechanical Ratings
7.1 Environmental Limits
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C … +50 °C (ambient) |
| Storage / Transport Temperature | −25 °C … +70 °C (extended industrial range) |
| Relative Humidity | 10–95% RH, non‑condensing, full industrial range |
| Mounting Position | Vertical only; tilt angle ±90° without external ventilation |
| Vibration Resistance | IEC 60068‑2‑6, industrial grade for factory floor |
| Shock Resistance | IEC 60068‑2‑27, standard for cabinet‑mounted HMIs |
7.2 Mechanical Dimensions
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Front Panel Dimensions (W×H) | 240 mm × 204 mm (standard OP 17 form factor) |
| Mounting Style | Flush front mounting into control cabinet door |
| Installation Depth | Compact shallow depth for thin cabinet doors |
| Chassis Material | Reinforced plastic front, metal rear chassis, industrial grade |
| Front Color | Anthracite gray (Siemens legacy standard) |
