Product Overview
Applications
The key panel provides operator control of the process through parameterizable keys, direct keys and DP direct LEDs.
Technical Summary
| Product type | SIMATIC HMI KP8F PN key panel |
|---|---|
| Keys and LEDs | 8 short-stroke keys; 8 function keys; 8 direct keys; 5 LED color modes |
| Digital inputs and outputs | 8 digital inputs and 8 digital outputs; total max. 8 |
| Safety I/O configuration | 2x SIL 2 or 1x SIL 3; PROFIsafe: 1x SIL 3 two-channel or 2x SIL 2 single-channel |
| Interfaces | 2 industrial Ethernet interfaces; 2 PROFINET interfaces; integrated switch |
| Protocols | PROFINET IO, IRT, MRP and PROFIsafe |
| Supply voltage | 24 V DC; permissible range 20.4 V to 28.8 V |
| Output current | Max. 100 mA per channel; 800 mA per group |
| Mounting | Mounting clip; front mounting; vertical; portrait or landscape |
| Protection | IP65 at the front; IP20 at the rear |
| Lifecycle | Active Product |
Key Features
8 short-stroke keys, 8 function keys and 8 direct keys; LEDs provide 5 color modes: red, green, blue, yellow and white, with adjustable brightness.
8 digital inputs and 8 digital outputs; total inputs and outputs are max. 8, with 2x SIL 2 or 1x SIL 3. PROFIsafe supports 1x SIL 3 two-channel or 2x SIL 2 single-channel emergency stop sensors.
2 industrial Ethernet interfaces and 2 PROFINET interfaces with an integrated switch for lines and rings without an external switch. PROFINET IO, IRT and MRP are supported.
Rated supply voltage is 24 V DC, with a permissible range of 20.4 V to 28.8 V. Output current is max. 100 mA per channel and 800 mA per group.
Mounting uses a mounting clip. Front mounting is supported; portrait and landscape formats are possible. Protection is IP65 at the front and IP20 at the rear.
The product lifecycle is Active Product. Packaging dimensions are 18.30 x 10.60 x 6.50 cm and net weight is 0.324 kg.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exact key-panel variant is 6AV3688-3AF37-0AX0?
It is a SIMATIC HMI KP8F PN key panel with 8 short-stroke keys, 8 function keys and 8 direct keys.
What I/O and safety configuration does this line item have?
It has 8 digital inputs and 8 digital outputs; total inputs and outputs are max. 8, with 2x SIL 2 or 1x SIL 3. PROFIsafe supports 1x SIL 3 two-channel or 2x SIL 2 single-channel emergency stop sensors.
Which interfaces and protocols are supported?
It has 2 industrial Ethernet interfaces and 2 PROFINET interfaces with an integrated switch. PROFINET IO, IRT, MRP and PROFIsafe are supported.
What supply and mounting details should be retained in the quotation?
Supply is 24 V DC, with a permissible range of 20.4 V to 28.8 V. Mounting uses a mounting clip, and front mounting is supported in portrait or landscape format.
