Product Overview
Applications
The panel provides direct keys and LEDs for operator control of the process, including S7 input and output I/O functions.
Technical Summary
| Product type | KP8 PN |
|---|---|
| Short-stroke keys | 8 |
| Digital inputs | 8; maximum 8 inputs and outputs total |
| Digital outputs | 8; maximum 8 inputs and outputs total |
| PROFINET interfaces | 2; integrated switch |
| Supply voltage | 24 V DC rated; permissible range 20.4 V to 28.8 V |
| Output current | 100 mA per channel maximum; 800 mA per group maximum |
| Mounting | Front mounting with clamp terminals; portrait or landscape format |
| Protection | IP65 front; IP20 rear |
Key Features
8 short-stroke keys and 8 direct keys; LEDs support 5 color modes: red, green, blue, yellow and white, with adjustable brightness.
8 digital inputs and 8 digital outputs share a maximum total capacity of 8 inputs and outputs.
2 PROFINET interfaces with an integrated switch support line and ring construction without an external switch.
Rated supply is 24 V DC, with a permissible range from 20.4 V to 28.8 V; 24 V DC can be looped through at the connector without interruption when pulling.
Front mounting with clamp terminals is supported in portrait or landscape format. Protection is IP65 at the front and IP20 at the rear.
The keys and user-definable label membrane keys are parameterizable; parameterization is supported as of STEP 7 V5.5.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the exact product variant?
The exact product is Siemens SIMATIC HMI KP8 PN, order number 6AV3688-3AY36-0AX0.
How many inputs and outputs does the KP8 PN have?
It has 8 digital inputs and 8 digital outputs, with a maximum total of 8 inputs and outputs.
Which PROFINET connections are provided?
It has 2 PROFINET interfaces with an integrated switch for line and ring construction without an external switch.
What mounting and protection details should be retained in the quotation?
It uses front mounting with clamp terminals and supports portrait or landscape format. Protection is IP65 at the front and IP20 at the rear.
What project information should accompany this line item?
Include the requested quantity, destination, schedule context and any additional BOM lines when submitting the project quotation request.
