ABB CP430T-ETH | HMI Touch Panel | CP400 Ethernet Operator Interface

ABB CP430T-ETH | HMI Touch Panel | CP400 Ethernet Operator Interface

  • Model: CP430T-ETH
  • Order Code: 1SBP 260 196 R1001
  • Manufacturer: ABB
  • Series: CP400
  • Core Function: Provides touchscreen operator visualization and control for industrial automation systems.
  • Type: Industrial HMI / Operator Panel
  • Display: 5.7-inch TFT, 64K colors
  • Resolution: 320 × 240 pixels
  • Communication: Ethernet plus two serial communication interfaces
  • Supply: 24 VDC ±15%
  • Status: Legacy CP400 family; verify software and communication compatibility before replacement.
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Description

ABB CP430T-ETH | CP400 HMI | 5.7-inch Ethernet Touch Panel

 

Key Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
Manufacturer ABB
Model CP430T-ETH
Order Code 1SBP 260 196 R1001
Product Family CP400
Product Type HMI / Operator Panel
Display Type TFT LCD
Display Size 5.7 in.
Display Colors 64K
Resolution 320 × 240 pixels
Touchscreen Resistive touch panel
Function Keys 5 defined keys + menu key
Application Flash 4 MB
Recipe/Data Memory 512 KB
Ethernet Yes
Communication Interfaces 2
USB 1 host + 1 device
RTC Rechargeable lithium battery
Supply Voltage 24 VDC ±15%
Typical Consumption <840 mA
Front Protection IP65
External Dimensions 195 × 145 × 60 mm
Approx. Weight 0.81 kg
Backlight CCFL
Touchscreen Life >1 million operations

ABB’s CP400 documentation specifies the CP430T-ETH as the Ethernet version of the CP430T. Both use a 5.7-inch, 320 × 240, 64K-color TFT display, while the -ETH version adds Ethernet connectivity. The CP430T-ETH is listed with 4 MB application Flash, 512 KB data/recipe memory, USB host/device ports, two communication interfaces, and <840 mA consumption.

 

Product Introduction

The ABB CP430T-ETH is a compact CP400 Series operator panel designed for machine and process visualization. Its 5.7-inch TFT touchscreen provides 320 × 240 pixel graphics with 64K colors, while the Ethernet interface allows it to communicate with compatible industrial control equipment. ABB specifies a 24 VDC ±15% supply and an IP65 protection level for the CP400 family.

The panel is more than a display terminal: the CP400 platform supports graphics, text, alarms, trends, recipes, password protection, macros, ladder functionality, and online/offline simulation. The CP430T-ETH is therefore suited to machine-level operator control where a compact Ethernet-enabled HMI is required.

CP430T-ETH

Application Scenarios & Field Pitfalls — Engineer’s Perspective

Engineering Pain Point

Forled , the physical panel is only part of the replacement equation. The HMI project, communication drivers, PLC addressing, Ethernet configuration, and stored application must all be considered before assuming a replacement unit will operate as a direct swap.

Typical Applications

  • PLC machine operator interfaces
  • Industrial equipment control panels
  • Factory automation visualization
  • Process-control local operator stations
  • Legacy ABB HMI installations

Technical Pitfalls to Avoid

  1. Do nouse with .
    They share the same 5.7-inch TFT platform and 320 × 240 resolution, but ABB’s catalog identifies Ethernet specifically on the variant.
  2. Verify the exact order code.
    The ABB catalog identifies = 1SBP 260 196 R1001, while without Ethernet is 1SBP 260 195 R1001. For procurement, the complete order code is preferable to the shortened model name.
  3. Check the HMI project before replacing hardware.
    The replacement panel needs to match the installed application and communication configuration. A powered-up display without the correct application and PLC communication parameters does not constitute a functional replacement.
  4. Check the backlight and touch condition separately.
    The uses a CCFL backlight and a resistive touchscreen. A dim display, failed touch area, and communication failure can have completely different causes.

 

Related Products

  • — Non-Ethernet version of the same 5.7-inch TFT CP430 platform.
  • ABB CP430B — 5.7-inch touchscreen panel using a 16-color blue STN display rather than the 64K-color TF by .
  • ABB CP430BP-ETH — Ethernet-equipped panel variant without an integrated display.
  • ABB CP435T-ETH — Larger 7-inch TFT Ethernet operator panel with 800 × 480 resolution.
  • ABB CP440C-ETH — 7.5-inch Ethernet operator panel with 640 × 480 resolution.
  • ABB CP450T-ETH — Larger 10.4-inch Ethernet panel.
  • ABB CP420B — Smaller 4.7-inch touchscreen model.
  • ABB CP400Soft — ABB programming software associated with the HMI family.

 

Procurement Check

Before approving an replacement, verify:

  • Exact model:
  • ABB order code: 1SBP 260 196 R1001
  • 5.7-inch TFT display
  • 320 × 240 resolution
  • 64K-color display
  • Ethernet requirement
  • Existing serial communication interfaces
  • PLC/controller protocol
  • HMI application/project version
  • Ethernet IP configuration
  • Touchscreen condition
  • Backlight condition
  • 24 VDC supply wiring
  • Panel cutout and mounting dimensions
  • Existing CP400Soft project availability

Recommended procurement description:

ABB 1SBP 260 196 CP400 Series HMI Operator Panel, 5.7-inch 64K-Color TFT Touchscreen, 320 × 240 Resolution, Ethernet, 24 VDC, IP65.

The key identification is = the Ethernet-equipped 5.7-inch TFT touchscreen member of CP400 family. For a field replacement, match the 1SBP 260 196 R1001 order code and recover the existing HMI application and communication settings rather than treating the panel as a generic Ethernet display.

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