Types of HMI Fatek and how to choose the right one

Thanks to their reliability, wide range of features and high integrability, HMI Fatek types have become the preferred intuitive control solution in many industrial sectors such as manufacturing, energy, transportation, etc

HMI Fatek integrate popular industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, EtherCAT, PROFINET, Ethernet/IP, etc.

Popular types of HMI FATEK today

Standard types of HMI FATEK series

• Screen sizes are usually between 3.5 inches and 15 inches.
• Common screen resolutions range from 320×240 to 1024×768 pixels.
• Support 64K colors or more to display clear images and graphics.
• Can be programmed using FATEK’s EV+ or EV3 software.
• Integrated communication ports such as RS-232, RS-485, Ethernet, USB to connect to PLCs, peripherals.
• Support many communication protocols such as ModBus RTU / TCP, Ethernet / IP, FATEK Remote …

Types of screenless FATEK HMI series

• No physical screen, use the HMI Viewer app on your computer or mobile device.
• Connect to the PLC via Ethernet or wireless network.
• Support to build interfaces on software such as EV+ or EV3.
• Suitable for mobile applications, remote monitoring or does not require on-site display.

Types of induction FATEK HMI

• Capacitive or resistive touch screen, sizes range from 4.3 inches to 15 inches.
• Multi-touch support, suitable for applications that need visual interaction.
• Solid structure, dust and water resistant, impact resistant.
• Can be programmed using EV+ or EV3 software with a variety of objects and animations.

Types of HMI FATEK vector graphics

• Using vector graphics allows zooming without image breakage.
• Supports high resolutions up to 1920×1080 pixels.
• Fast processing speed, smooth display of complex graphics.
• Integrated multiple communication ports such as Ethernet, USB, RS-232/485.
• Suitable for applications that need detailed displays, maps, complex diagrams.

Types of computerized FATEK HMI

• Use a regular computer with HMI software such as EV+ or EV3 installed.
• A computer monitor or an external touchscreen can be used.
• High integration and extensibility with other software.
• Supports multiple communication protocols to connect to many different devices.
• Suitable for complex applications that need high performance and remote accessibility.

In addition to the technical characteristics, each type of FATEK HMI also has different additional features such as multilingual support, user management, data storage, printing,… to meet specific application needs.

Requirements and selection criteria for suitable HMI FATEK

Screen size and resolution

• Screen size: from 3.5 inches to 21 inches, 4.3, 7, 10.1, 15 inches common.
• Resolution: Standard 320×240, 640×480, 800×600, 1024×768 pixels.
• Premium 1280×800, 1920×1080.
• Consider the amount of information to display, text size, graphics to choose the right resolution.
• Smaller screens are more compact and cost-effective for simple application.

Processing capacity and memory

• CPUs typically range from 400MHz to 1GHz, RAM from 256MB to 1GB for new models.
• Flash memory for storing popular data and applications is 128MB or more.
• Complex applications: vector graphics, video, complex calculations require CPU >800MHz, RAM >512MB.
• Multiple data storage requires Flash memory larger than 256MB.

Communication interface and protocol

• Communication port: Ethernet, USB, RS-232, RS-485/422, CAN,…
• Ethernet is required for network connectivity.
• Common communication protocols: Modbus RTU/TCP, FATEK Remote, EtherNet/IP,…
• Select the protocol compatible with the PLC, connecting device.
• PC-based HMIs can support a wider variety of protocols.

Working environment and protection

• Protection level of case against dust, water: IP65, IP66, IP67, IP69K.
• Anti-electromagnetic interference, electrostatic to meet CE, FCC standards.
• Resistance to vibration, impact if working in a vibrational environment.
• Working temperature range: Standard 0-50°C, premium -20 to 70°C.

Customization and extension

• Programming software: EV+, EV3, with many objects, multimedia effects.
• Allows customization of logos, digital signatures, reports, web display,…
• Ability to connect to PLCs, OPC Server, SQL, peripherals.
• Support for adding discrete I/O modules to extend features.

Cost and support

• HMI costs include equipment, software, programming and installation.
• Training, maintenance, software and hardware upgrades later.
• Time for technical support, supply of spare parts.
• Prefer providers with extensive local support networks.

By carefully considering the above criteria, enterprises can choose HMI FATEK that fully meets the application needs, suitable for existing working conditions and investment budgets.

Process when choosing HMI FATEK

Assessment of application needs and usage environment

• List specific parameters to display and control such as temperature, pressure, speed, position …
• Determine the amount and type of data to be collected and stored (data, reports, logs …)
• Display language requirements, units of measurement
• Data update frequency, permissible latency
• Vibration level, extreme working temperature
• Waterproof requirements for outdoor installation
• How far or near the HMI is to determine screen size

Feature comparison of Stateek HMI types

• Evaluation of graphics requirements: 2D, 3D, video, vector graphic design software
• Use the touchscreen or physical knob/buttons
• Extensive features such as printing, Web connection, alarm setting Support PLC / device connection via Modbus, Ethernet / IP, Profinet protocols …
• Computer connection for remote access, centralized management via
• Webserver Need user password and access management level

Cost calculation

• The cost of purchasing HMIs, software, programming software licenses
• The number of hours needed for programming, interface design
• The initial cost of installing and connecting to the existing system HMI training budget for operators
• Backup costs for maintenance, repair, spare parts
• The cost of upgrading software and hardware in the next few years

Existing system integration capabilities

• Check PLC protocol details to select compatible HMI
• Ability to receive data from SCADA system via OPC, DDE Link to MES, ERP system via
• Ethernet protocol Integrated with warning detector, barcode printer via serial port
• Support control application via Web, Mobile

Technical and software support

• Number of technical support engineers, response time
• Ability to update software with new technology in the next 5-10 years
• Features to design, simulate, update HMI interfaces easily
• Support community to share knowledge, answer questions
• Plugins, add-ons, drivers to extend links with multiple systems
• Official training course from the vendor on programming software

The above comprehensive evaluation process will help businesses choose the HMI FATEK model that best suits actual needs, meets technical requirements, working environment, integration capabilities and has an appropriate budget for both deployment and maintenance operation in the future.

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