Description
Key Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Model | XV-232-57BAS-1-13-1 |
| Manufacturer | Eaton / Moeller Electric |
| Product Series | XV200 |
| Product Type | Industrial HMI / Micro Panel |
| Display Size | 5.7 inches |
| Display Technology | FSTN-LCD |
| Display Color | Monochrome |
| Grayscale | 256 levels |
| Resolution | 320 × 240 pixels (QVGA) |
| Touch Technology | 4-wire resistive touchscreen |
| Communication Interface | RS232 |
| Interface Isolation | Not electrically isolated |
| Power Supply | 24 VDC SELV |
| Permitted Operating Voltage | 20.4–28.8 VDC |
| Maximum Power Consumption | Approximately 8 W |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 50°C |
| Storage Temperature | -20 to 60°C |
| Relative Humidity | 10–95%, non-condensing |
| Front Protection | IP65 |
| Rear Protection | IP20 |
| Processor | 32-bit RISC, 200 MHz |
| Memory | 32 MB |
| Operating System | Windows CE |
| Visualization Software | GALILEO |
| PLC Software | MXpro, subject to licensing |
| Installation | Front-panel mounting |
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Product Introduction
Eaton XV-232-57BAS-1-13-1 XV200 HMI Panel
The Eaton XV-232-57BAS-1-13-1 is a 5.7-inch industrial operator interface from the XV200 Micro Panel series, originally developed under the Moeller automation product line. It features a monochrome FSTN-LCD, 320 × 240 resolution, resistive touchscreen, and RS232 communication interface. The panel operates on a 24 VDC supply and supports local machine visualization and operator interaction.
Its compact design makes it suitable for older machinery where replacing the complete control architecture would require unnecessary engineering work. For maintenance teams, retaining the existing XV200 interface can simplify equipment restoration, provided the original application project, communication settings, and software licensing remain available.
XV-232-57BAS-1-13-1
Application Scenarios & Field Pitfalls (The Engineer’s Perspective)
Engineering Pain Point
A damaged operator panel on an older production machine can create a difficult maintenance situation. The PLC may still execute its control program, but operators lose access to alarms, machine status, parameter adjustments, and manual operating commands.
The Eaton XV-232-57BAS-1-13-1 provides the local HMI interface for these functions. Its RS232 connection supports communication with compatible controllers, while the resistive touchscreen allows operation through direct physical contact.
Replacing the panel is only part of the job. Recovering the original visualization project and confirming serial communication settings are equally important.
Typical Applications
- Packaging Machinery: Local operator control, production counters, alarm displays, and machine parameter adjustment.
- Food Processing: Monitoring temperature, operating status, and equipment alarms on individual processing machines.
- Material Handling: Operator interfaces for conveyor systems, transfer equipment, and automated handling stations.
- General Manufacturing: Machine visualization and local control for legacy PLC-based production equipment.
Technical Pitfalls to Avoid
1. Do not confuse monochrome and color XV200 versions.
The XV-232-57BAS is the monochrome RS232 version. Other XV200 models use color displays and different communication interfaces. Check the complete ordering code rather than selecting a replacement based on the 5.7-inch screen size alone.
2. RS232 communication is not electrically isolated.
The documented interface is non-isolated. Pay attention to signal grounding, cable shielding, connector wiring, and potential differences between the HMI and PLC. Grounding problems can produce intermittent communication failures or electrical damage.
3. Recover the original GALILEO project before replacement.
The platform uses GALILEO for visualization and MXpro for applicable PLC functionality. Confirm the original project files, software versions, licensing, and communication configuration. A replacement panel without the correct application project may power up normally but fail to reproduce the original machine interface.
4. Check the mounting seal and rear enclosure.
The front panel is rated IP65, while the rear is IP20. Inspect the sealing strip, retaining brackets, and cabinet cutout during replacement. The front protection rating does not mean the rear electronics can tolerate water or dust exposure.
Field recommendation: Before removing an operating panel, back up its application, record the PLC communication parameters, and photograph the rear connections. For obsolete equipment, recovering the original software can be more difficult than obtaining the replacement hardware.
Related Products
The following models belong to the Eaton/Moeller and MK2 Micro Panel product families. They provide alternative display and communication configurations for legacy automation installations.
XV-232-57BAS-1-10
Earlier documented ordering configuration of the monochrome panel. Relevant for comparing the original XV-232 hardware configuration. Confirm suffix-specific compatibility before substitution.
XV-230-57MPN-1-10
Monochrome 5.7-inch panel with PROFIBUS communication. Suitable for installations using a compatible PROFIBUS interface rather than the configuration of the main model.
XV-230-57CNN-1-10
Monochrome operator panel with CAN communication. Intended for compatible CAN-based automation architectures.
XV-252-57MPN-1-10
Color-display variant with PROFIBUS and interfaces. Offers a different display configuration and communication arrangement from the monochrome XV-232 version.
XV-252-57CNN-1-10
Color-display variant with CAN and communication. Relevant when maintaining equipment originally designed around the color platform.
MK2-232-57BAS
MK2-generation monochrome Micro Panel. Shares the general interface category but requires verification of application, hardware, and software compatibility before replacement.
Series
Original Micro Panel family covering different display and communication configurations. Useful when assessing replacement options for legacy machine interfaces.
Related configurations are documented in the Moeller/Eaton product catalog and operating instructions. They are not automatically interchangeable.
Procurement and Quality Control Notes
The Eaton XV-232-57BAS-1-13-1 is a legacy HMI. Replacement procurement should include both hardware and application-software verification.
Recommended incoming inspection:
- Verify the complete part number and nameplate.
- Confirm monochrome display operation.
- Test touchscreen response across the active display area.
- Check connector condition and communication.
- Verify operation with a 24 VDC supply.
- Inspect the front sealing strip and mounting hardware.
- Confirm compatibility with the existing GALILEO project.
- Request photographs and functional test records.
Condition classification:
- New surplus: Unused original equipment, subject to storage-condition inspection.
- Refurbished: Previously used equipment that has undergone repair and testing.
- Used: Previously installed equipment without confirmed refurbishment.
Engineering takeaway: The XV-232-57BAS-1-13-1 is a monochrome HMI with communication. Do not confuse it with the XV-252 color models or the PROFIBUS/CAN variants. Correct identification is essential for avoiding unnecessary commissioning problems.
