The TP1500 Comfort Panel is a high-performance HMI with a 15.4″ widescreen display, designed to deliver intuitive touch operation and seamless industrial automation integration. Equipped with a vivid TFT screen supporting 16 million colors, it offers dynamic visualization and robust operator control.
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Display & Control Interface

Display Type: 15.4″ widescreen TFT with a resolution of 1280 × 800 pixels, capable of up to 16.7 million colors.
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Backlighting: LED backlight with an MTBF of ~80,000 hours at 25 °C; brightness dimmable from 0–100 %.
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Touch Input: Operated via analog-resistive touchscreen. On-screen alphanumeric and numeric keyboards for flexible input.
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Memory & Software Compatibility

Configuration Memory: 24 MB for user programs, visualization projects, and alarms.
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Engineering Tools: Programmed with WinCC Comfort via TIA Portal V14 SP1 or newer; runs on Windows Embedded Compact 2013.
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Connectivity & Interfaces

Ethernet: Dual PROFINET ports at 10/100 Mbps (integrated switch for daisy-chaining).
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Fieldbus Support: Includes MPI and PROFIBUS DP for legacy connectivity.
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USB & SD: While specific slots aren’t highlighted in main spec sheets, TP-series typically supports USB and optionally SD—please refer to detailed engineering guidance for confirmation.

Power & Mechanical

Power Supply: 24 V DC, typical consumption ~1.7 A (~41 W) under load.
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Approval & Durability: Designed for industrial applications; certified under CE, cULus, RCM, KC, and EAC standards.
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Mounting: Rear-panel industrial mounting; exact dimensions not specified, but similar TP models commonly measure around 310 × 415 × 75 mm.
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Lifecycle Status

Product Lifecycle: As of late 2024, Siemens has issued a Product Cancellation Notice (PM 410) for the TP1500 Comfort Panel (MLFB 6AV2124-0QC02-0AX1), signaling the end of active production and impending discontinuation. Users are encouraged to plan for replacement or migration.
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Engineering Highlights

Optimal Visualization: Large, flexible display area with high color fidelity enables complex visual interfaces and clear operator feedback.

Efficient Engineering: Supports modern management via TIA Portal, making deployment and updates streamlined.

Flexible Connectivity: Dual Ethernet ports plus legacy fieldbus support cater to both new and hybrid automation infrastructures.

Reliable in the Long Run: Durable backlighting and industrial certifications ensure stability and longevity.

Forward Planning: Cancellation notice signals the need for future upgrades or platform transitions soon.

Quick Spec Table
Feature Details
Display 15.4″ TFT, 1280 × 800, 16.7M colors
Touch Input Analog-resistive touchscreen
Backlight LED, dimmable, ~80,000 h MTBF
Memory 24 MB configuration memory
Engineering Software WinCC Comfort via TIA Portal V14 SP1+
Connectivity 2 × PROFINET, MPI, PROFIBUS DP
Power Supply 24 V DC, ~1.7 A (~41 W)
Certifications CE, cULus, RCM, KC, EAC
Lifecycle Status Product cancellation announced (PM 410)