Engineered for Compact Consoles, Cantilever Arms & Wireless IoT
Deploying automation terminals in compact machine doors, operator pendant cantilever arms, and remote factory nodes often creates severe space constraints and tedious cable-routing challenges. Standard bulky panel PCs fail to fit shallow enclosures, while the lack of local network drops leaves off-grid machinery completely disconnected from central production monitoring.
The Rostar Tech 17″ Compact Resistive Industrial Panel PC delivers an ultra-slim, space-saving computing solution purpose-built for modern IIoT automation. Engineered with a precision-recessed double-step sheet-metal chassis, it seats flush into shallow consoles and swinging arm boxes with zero mechanical interference. Combined with an external tool-less 4G LTE SIM tray for instant cellular cloud reporting, 4 physical DB9 serial ports for dense fieldbus integration, and dual built-in industrial audio speakers, it delivers reliable, fanless 24/7 intelligence across demanding smart manufacturing environments.
Key Engineering Highlights
All-Media 5-Wire Resistive Touch
Pressure-driven sensing immune to fluid mist, heavy grease, and aggressive EMC noise from neighboring VFDs and servo drives. Fully responsive to heavy leather work gloves, styluses, and wet hands.
Tool-Less External 4G SIM Slot
Side-access push-push SIM card tray allows field engineers to deploy cellular links, swap carriers, or service IIoT connections instantly without disassembling machine enclosures or cutting power.
4× Physical DB9 Serial COM Ports
Direct multi-channel RS232/485 serial communication with PLCs, motion controllers, torque sensors, and barcode readers, backed by dual GbE LAN for OT/IT network isolation.
Ultra-Slim Chassis & Dual Audio
Compact sheet-metal profile with top convective louvers for 100% silent fanless cooling, integrated with dual rear speakers for direct audible alarms and voice prompts.
Technical Specifications
| System Parameter | Specification Details |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU) | Intel Celeron® J1900 / J4125 / J6412 / J6413 (Optional: Intel® Core™ i3 / i5 / i7 / i9) |
| Memory | 8GB DDR3/DDR4 (Optional: 4GB / 16GB / 32GB) |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB SSD (Optional: 256GB / 512GB / 1TB SSD, 2.5" HDD) |
| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 / 11 Pro, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, Linux (Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS) |
| Screen Size | 17" TFT LCD (15" / 17" / 19" available upon request) |
| Resolution | 1024*768 / 1280*1024 |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 / 5:4 |
| Brightness | 300 cd/m² (Optional 1000+ nits sunlight readable) |
| Touch Type | 5-Wire Industrial Resistive Touch (Pressure-Actuated, All-Media Operable) |
| Touch Operability | Supports Heavy Leather Gloves, Stylus Pen, Wet, Oily, and Coolant-Covered Hands |
| Cellular Wireless (IoT) | 1× External Push-Push 4G LTE SIM Card Tray (Built-in LTE Cat-4 Wireless Module) |
| Standard I/O Ports | 2× RJ45 GbE LAN, 4× USB (2× USB 3.0 + 2× USB 2.0), 1× HDMI, 1× VGA, 4× RS232/485 (DB9), 2× 3.5mm Audio Jacks (Mic-in / Line-out), 1× DC Jack, 1× DC 9–36V Phoenix Terminal, 1× Rugged Metal Power Switch |
| Audio Output | Dual Built-in Industrial Stereo Speakers (Rear Convective Sound Mesh) |
| Power Input Architecture | Dual Power Design: Anti-Vibration 3-Pin Phoenix Terminal (Wide-Voltage DC 9V–36V) + Standard 12V DC Barrel Jack |
| Enclosure Material | CNC Brushed Aluminum Front Bezel + Ultra-Slim Compact Sheet-Metal Chassis |
| Ingress Protection | IP65 Sealed Waterproof & Dustproof Front Bezel (Double-Step Flush Mount) |
| Housing Color | Brushed Silver Front Bezel + Matte Black Rear Chassis |
| Mounting Options | Flush Mount (Side Snap-Lock Slots & Clamps), VESA 75×75 / 100×100 mm Matrix |
| Cooling Architecture | 100% Fanless Passive Convective Cooling (Top Convective Louvers) |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) Continuous 24/7/365 Duty |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, RoHS |
Advanced Hardware & Technology
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What are the advantages of an external push-push SIM slot for cabinet installations?
Traditional industrial computers require technicians to cut power, open the control cabinet, and disassemble the chassis screws just to insert or replace a cellular SIM card. The side-mounted push-push SIM slot allows instant card insertion, carrier changes, or diagnostic checks directly from the cabinet exterior, cutting maintenance downtime to zero.
Q2: Why is the ultra-slim double-step chassis design preferred for cantilever arm enclosures?
Modern operator-pendant cantilever arms and shallow machine doors have very tight depth limitations. The stepped chassis profile and flat-back sheet-metal enclosure keep the rear depth to an absolute minimum while providing lateral snap-lock slots for completely flush, vibration-proof panel cutouts.
Q3: Can the 4 onboard COM ports communicate simultaneously with different industrial protocols?
Yes. All 4 physical DB9 ports operate on independent hardware UART channels. They can be individually configured via BIOS/software for standard RS232 point-to-point links (e.g., scanners, weigh scales) or RS485 multidrop fieldbus networks (e.g., Modbus PLCs, multi-axis motion controllers) simultaneously.
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