🔹 Product Overview
The HOPE HIS-ML22-CTBB is a 22-inch panel-mount industrial touchscreen monitor from Hope Industrial Systems. It belongs to the HIS-ML22 series and is designed for industrial operator-interface, HMI, control-room, PLC, and SCADA applications where a rugged panel-mounted display is required.
The ML22 platform uses a TFT active-matrix LCD with a native WSXGA+ resolution of 1680 × 1050. The touchscreen version uses a 5-wire single-touch resistive sensor with USB and RS-232 interfaces.
Its panel-mount construction supports IP65/IP66 front protection when correctly installed, with NEMA/UL Type 12/4 protection for the black powder-coated faceplate version. The monitor is also designed for industrial environments with an operating temperature range of 0°C to 50°C.
⚙️ Key Features
- 22-inch industrial TFT LCD display
- Native resolution: 1680 × 1050
- 16:10 widescreen aspect ratio
- 5-wire single-touch resistive touchscreen
- USB and RS-232 touchscreen interfaces
- DVI-I and HD-15 video inputs
- LED backlight
- 250 cd/m² typical brightness
- 1000:1 typical static contrast ratio
- 5 ms typical response time
- Panel-mount installation
- IP65/IP66 front protection when properly installed
- NEMA/UL Type 12/4 enclosure rating for the applicable faceplate version
- 100–240 VAC or DC power versions are available within the ML22 platform
📋 Product Datasheet
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Hope Industrial Systems |
| Model | HIS-ML22 |
| Part Number | HIS-ML22-CTBB |
| Series | HIS-ML22 |
| Product Type | Touchscreen Panel Mount Industrial Monitor |
| Display Size | 22 inches |
| Display Type | TFT Active Matrix LCD |
| Native Resolution | 1680 × 1050 WSXGA+ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:10 |
| Active Image Area | 473.8 × 296.1 mm |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.282 × 0.282 mm |
| Brightness | 250 cd/m² typical |
| Contrast Ratio | 1000:1 static typical |
| Response Time | 5 ms typical |
| Viewing Angle | 170° horizontal / 160° vertical |
| Backlight | LED |
| Touchscreen | 5-wire single-touch resistive |
| Touch Interface | USB / RS-232 |
| Video Inputs | HD-15 VGA / DVI-I |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 50°C |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 60°C |
| Humidity | 20%–90% non-condensing |
| Front Protection | IP65/IP66 when properly installed |
| Enclosure Rating | NEMA/UL Type 12/4 or 12/4/4X depending on faceplate |
| Overall Dimensions | 558.8 × 374.7 × 57.1 mm |
| Panel Cutout | 528.7 × 342.3 mm |
| Net Weight | 8.62 kg |
| AC Power | 100–240 VAC, 1.5/0.75 A, 50/60 Hz |
| DC Power Version | 9.6–36.6 VDC |
| Typical Power Consumption | Approximately 26 W |
| Mounting | Panel Mount |
| Touchscreen Driver | USB or RS-232 |
| Country of Origin | USA manufacturer; exact unit origin should be verified from nameplate |
| Condition | New / Open Box, according to supplied listing |
The official manual specifies 558.8 × 374.7 mm front-bezel dimensions, a 528.7 × 342.3 mm panel cutout, and 8.62 kg net weight for the ML22C platform.
🛠️ Typical Applications
The HIS-ML22-CTBB can be used as an industrial operator display for PLC and SCADA systems, machine-control stations, production lines, process monitoring, automation cabinets, and other panel-mounted HMI applications.
The touchscreen can communicate with the host computer through USB or RS-232. For USB operation, Hope specifies driver installation before connecting the USB cable; the manufacturer also recommends using only one touchscreen interface at a time.
🔧 Installation Notes
Before installation, bench-test the complete monitor and host configuration. The recommended native video timing is 1680 × 1050 at 60 Hz. The specified panel cutout is 528.7 × 342.3 mm with a ±0.5 mm tolerance.
For touchscreen operation, install the appropriate driver and calibrate the screen after connecting the selected USB or RS-232 interface. A USB cable longer than 5 meters can cause touchscreen communication problems without an appropriate extender.
❓ Q&A
Q: What is the HIS-ML22-CTBB?
A: It is a 22-inch industrial panel-mount touchscreen monitor from Hope Industrial Systems.
Q: What is the native resolution?
A: The native resolution is 1680 × 1050 WSXGA+ at a 16:10 aspect ratio.
Q: Does it have a touchscreen?
A: Yes. The documented touchscreen configuration uses a 5-wire single-touch resistive sensor.
Q: How is the touchscreen connected?
A: The touchscreen supports USB and RS-232 interfaces. Only one should be connected to the host computer at a time.
Q: What video inputs are available?
A: The ML22 platform provides HD-15 VGA and DVI-I inputs.
Q: What power supply does it use?
A: The ML22 platform is available in AC and DC versions. AC models accept 100–240 VAC, while DC models accept 9.6–36.6 VDC. The exact power version should be confirmed from the unit nameplate before installation.
Q: What is the panel cutout size?
A: The specified cutout is 528.7 × 342.3 mm.
Q: Is it suitable for industrial environments?
A: Yes. The ML22 is designed as an industrial panel-mount monitor and provides IP65/IP66 front protection when correctly installed.
Q: What should I verify before ordering?
A: Check the complete part number, power configuration, touchscreen interface, faceplate/enclosure version, connector configuration, and nameplate information against your existing unit.
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Hope Industrial Systems lists the HIS-ML22 family as a dedicated 22-inch panel-mount product line with mechanical drawings, user manuals, and reliability documentation for its different configurations.
