Siemens 6AV6341-1BA13-1AY0 OP 17

€ 1.995,00

SKU: 6AV6341-1BA13-1AY0 Category: HMI & Display Brand: Siemens

Description
Additional information

The Siemens 6AV6341-1BA13-1AY0 is an Operator Panel (OP 17) belonging to the SIMATIC HMI family, designed for operator control and monitoring tasks in industrial automation environments. This unit provides a compact, text-based interface for machine-level visualization and process control. It is part of the OP series of operator panels, which are widely used in conjunction with Siemens SIMATIC PLCs and other compatible controllers.

The OP 17 features a backlit LCD display capable of showing multiple lines of text and numeric values, with a membrane keypad for operator input. It supports the MPI (Multi-Point Interface) and PROFIBUS-DP communication protocols, enabling direct integration with SIMATIC S7-200, S7-300, and S7-400 PLCs. The panel is configured using ProTool software and supports recipe management, alarm logging, and trend display functions. The unit operates on a 24 V DC supply and is rated to IP65 at the front panel, making it suitable for panel-door mounting in industrial enclosures.

The OP 17 is commonly deployed in manufacturing, process automation, and machine building applications where a cost-effective, robust operator interface is required. It is well suited for tasks such as parameter entry, alarm acknowledgment, and status monitoring on standalone machines or production lines. Industries including automotive, food and beverage, packaging, and general manufacturing frequently use this panel for local HMI functionality at machine level.

Technical Specifications

Display Type	Backlit LCD
Display Lines	4 lines of text
Characters per Line	20 characters
Input/Operating Voltage	24 V DC
Power Consumption	Approx. 5 W
Communication Interface	MPI, PROFIBUS-DP
IP Rating (Front)	IP65
IP Rating (Rear)	IP20
Operating Temperature	0 °C to +50 °C
Storage Temperature	-20 °C to +70 °C
Relative Humidity	10% to 90%, non-condensing
Mounting	Panel mounting
Configuration Software	ProTool
Certifications	CE, UL

Common Error Codes and System Events

Event ID: 10000: No connection to the configured controller. Communication between the OP 17 and the PLC cannot be established.
Check MPI or PROFIBUS-DP cable connections and termination resistors. Verify PLC address settings match the OP 17 configuration. Ensure the PLC is powered and in RUN mode.
Event ID: 10001: Connection to the controller has been interrupted during operation.
Inspect communication cables for damage or loose connectors. Check bus termination and cable shielding. Restart the OP 17 and verify PLC communication parameters.
Event ID: 20000: Configuration data error. The project data loaded on the OP 17 is invalid or corrupted.
Re-download the project from ProTool to the OP 17. Verify the project was compiled without errors before transfer.
Event ID: 40000: Operating system error on the OP 17. Internal firmware or system fault detected.
Perform a reset of the OP 17. If the fault persists, reload the operating system firmware using the appropriate Siemens tool.
Event ID: 50000: Data record transfer error. A recipe or data record could not be read or written correctly.
Check the data record configuration in ProTool. Verify PLC data block addresses match the configured data areas in the project.
Event ID: 60000: Alarm buffer overflow. The number of pending alarms exceeds the buffer capacity of the OP 17.
Acknowledge and clear existing alarms. Review the alarm configuration to reduce simultaneous alarm occurrences or increase acknowledgment frequency.
Event ID: 70000: Printer communication error. The OP 17 cannot communicate with the configured printer.
Check the printer cable connection and printer power status. Verify the printer type and port settings in the ProTool project configuration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which PLCs are compatible with the Siemens OP 17 (6AV6341-1BA13-1AY0)?

The OP 17 is compatible with Siemens SIMATIC S7-200, S7-300, and S7-400 PLCs via MPI or PROFIBUS-DP. It also supports connection to S5 series PLCs using appropriate adapters and drivers configured in ProTool.

What software is used to configure the OP 17?

The OP 17 is configured using Siemens ProTool software. Projects are created on a PC and then downloaded to the panel via the MPI interface or a serial programming cable.

What is the supply voltage for the 6AV6341-1BA13-1AY0?

The OP 17 requires a 24 V DC power supply. The supply must be within the specified tolerance range to ensure reliable operation.

What is the front panel protection rating of the OP 17?

The front panel of the OP 17 is rated to IP65, making it resistant to dust ingress and low-pressure water jets, suitable for panel-door mounting in industrial environments.

Can the OP 17 display graphical content or only text?

The OP 17 is a text-based operator panel and does not support graphical display. It is capable of displaying alphanumeric characters, status values, and alarm messages in a text format across its LCD lines.

Troubleshooting

Display remains blank after power on

Check the 24 V DC supply voltage at the power connector. Verify the supply is within the specified tolerance. Inspect internal fuse if accessible.

Restore correct 24 V DC supply voltage. Replace any blown internal fuse. If the display backlight has failed, the panel may require repair or replacement of the backlight component.

OP 17 shows 'No Connection' or communication error at startup

Verify MPI or PROFIBUS-DP cable connections between the OP 17 and the PLC. Check that bus termination resistors are correctly placed at both ends of the bus. Confirm the PLC address in the ProTool project matches the physical PLC setting.

Correct any wiring faults or loose connectors. Enable bus termination on the first and last devices on the bus. Adjust the PLC address in the project and re-download to the OP 17 if necessary.

Keypad buttons not responding or responding incorrectly

Inspect the membrane keypad for physical damage, contamination, or wear. Test individual keys to identify whether the fault is isolated to specific keys or affects the entire keypad.

Clean the keypad surface with a dry cloth. If individual keys are damaged or non-functional, the membrane keypad assembly should be replaced. Contact a qualified repair technician for keypad replacement.

Project download from ProTool fails or is incomplete

Check the serial or MPI cable connection between the PC and the OP 17. Verify the correct communication port and transfer settings are selected in ProTool. Ensure the OP 17 is in transfer mode before initiating the download.

Replace or reseat the programming cable. Select the correct COM port and baud rate in ProTool transfer settings. Restart the OP 17 in transfer mode by holding the appropriate key combination during power-on and retry the download.

Alarms are displayed but cannot be acknowledged

Check the alarm configuration in the ProTool project to verify that acknowledgment is enabled for the relevant alarm class. Confirm the PLC bit associated with alarm acknowledgment is being correctly processed.

Correct the alarm class configuration in ProTool to enable operator acknowledgment. Verify the PLC logic correctly handles the acknowledgment bit. Re-download the updated project to the OP 17.

Condition	Repair, Used, Refurbished, New in box (sealed)