KEBA C50 Modules

Technical Dossier

Product Details And Specifications

KEBA C50 Series: Comprehensive Module Range and Technical Overview

The KEBA C50 series represents a core product line within KEBA AG's industrial automation portfolio, deployed extensively across heavy-industry sectors including chemical processing plants, refinery control systems, plastics injection molding facilities, and precision machine tool environments. Manufactured in Austria, the C50 platform established KEBA's position as a supplier of ruggedized human-machine interface (HMI) and control panel solutions for OEM machine builders and system integrators operating under demanding 24/7 production conditions. The series is characterized by its compact panel-mount form factor, resistive or capacitive touch technology, and compatibility with KEBA's proprietary KeTop and KeMotion software ecosystems. Installed base units remain operational in legacy machinery across Europe and Asia-Pacific, making long-term spare parts availability a critical operational requirement for maintenance engineers and plant managers.

The Evolution of C50 Architecture

The C50 platform was introduced as part of KEBA's second-generation portable and panel-mount HMI strategy, succeeding earlier KeTop T50/T80 handheld terminals. The C50 design philosophy prioritized fixed-mount panel integration over portability, targeting stationary operator stations on CNC machining centers, injection molding machines, and robotic work cells.

Early Generation (C50 Rev. A/B): Initial units featured resistive single-touch displays, RS-232/RS-485 serial communication, and VGA-resolution screens. Compatibility was limited to KEBA's KeTop Runtime v2.x environment. These units are now fully discontinued with no manufacturer support.

Mid Generation (C50 Rev. C/D): Introduced USB host/device ports, expanded to 10.4" and 12.1" display options, and added Ethernet 10/100 connectivity. This generation introduced compatibility with KeMotion v3 and enabled integration with third-party PLCs via OPC-UA and PROFINET adapters. The C50D01VX belongs to this architectural generation, featuring a 10.4" color TFT display, ARM-based processing, and dual USB interfaces.

Late/Transition Generation (C50 Rev. E and successors): Capacitive multi-touch displays, expanded RAM/flash storage, and Windows Embedded Compact 7 or Linux-based OS options. This generation bridges the C50 platform toward KEBA's current CP series (CP062, CP063), which serves as the modern replacement architecture. Customers migrating from C50 to CP-series must account for mounting cutout dimension differences and updated KeMotion v5+ software requirements.

Lifecycle Status: The C50 series is classified as Mature/End-of-Life by KEBA AG. Manufacturer production has ceased for most variants. DriveKNMS provides lifecycle extension support including tested refurbished units, board-level repair, and cross-reference sourcing for all C50 sub-models listed below.

C50 Full Catalog & Functionalities (SKU List)

The following SKUs represent verified models within the KEBA C50 product family, organized by functional category. All models are available for inquiry through DriveKNMS's spare parts inventory network.

HMI Panel / Touch Screen Units

• C50D01VX: 10.4" color TFT resistive touch panel, ARM CPU, dual USB, Ethernet 10/100, KeMotion v3 compatible.
• C50D02VX: 12.1" color TFT resistive touch panel, expanded display resolution, panel-mount, industrial temperature range.
• C50D03VX: 10.4" panel with integrated PROFINET IO device interface, for direct PLC network integration.
• C50D04VX: 12.1" capacitive multi-touch variant, Windows Embedded Compact 7, USB 2.0 host ×2.
• C50D05VX: 15" wide-format TFT panel, high-brightness display option, for large machine operator stations.
• C50D06VX: 10.4" panel with integrated safety relay output, for use in safety-rated operator stations (SIL 2 applications).

Controller / CPU Modules

• C50C01VX: Central processing unit module for C50 panel systems, ARM Cortex-A8, 256 MB RAM, 512 MB flash.
• C50C02VX: Enhanced CPU module with dual-core ARM, 512 MB RAM, extended temperature operation (-20°C to +60°C).
• C50C03VX: CPU module with integrated EtherCAT master port, for motion control axis synchronization.

Communication / Interface Modules

• C50E01VX: Ethernet expansion module, adds secondary 10/100/1000 Ethernet port to base C50 panel units.
• C50E02VX: PROFIBUS DP slave adapter module, 12 Mbit/s, for legacy PROFIBUS network integration.
• C50E03VX: CANopen master/slave communication module, for machine tool axis bus integration.
• C50E04VX: Serial RS-232/RS-485 multi-port expansion, 4-port, for legacy device connectivity.

Power Supply Modules

• C50P01VX: 24 VDC panel power supply module, 10 W output, integrated reverse polarity protection.
• C50P02VX: Redundant power input module, dual 24 VDC feed, for high-availability panel installations.

I/O Expansion Modules

• C50I01VX: Digital I/O expansion, 16 DI / 8 DO, 24 VDC, for operator panel button/indicator integration.
• C50I02VX: Analog I/O module, 4 AI (0–10 V / 4–20 mA) + 2 AO, for process signal monitoring at operator station.

Sourcing Hard-to-Find & Obsolete C50 Parts

As the KEBA C50 series has entered end-of-life status, OEM production channels are no longer a viable source for replacement units. Plant operators and maintenance teams face extended lead times or outright unavailability through standard distribution. DriveKNMS operates a dedicated obsolete parts sourcing program specifically structured for legacy KEBA C50 inventory:

• Refurbished Stock: Fully tested C50 units sourced from decommissioned machinery, restored to operational specification, and supplied with a 12-month functional warranty.
• Cross-Reference Matching: For models where direct replacements are unavailable, DriveKNMS engineers provide cross-reference analysis to identify compatible C50 variants or CP-series migration paths.
• Emergency Dispatch: Priority processing for unplanned production downtime scenarios, with same-day shipping available from in-stock inventory.
• Long-Term Supply Agreements: Structured contracts for facilities requiring ongoing C50 spare parts coverage across multi-year maintenance cycles.

Quality Control for the C50 Range

KEBA C50 units present specific technical challenges during refurbishment and testing due to their integrated display-controller architecture and proprietary backplane communication bus. DriveKNMS applies the following test protocol to all C50 units prior to dispatch:

• Power-On Functional Test: Unit is powered at rated 24 VDC input; boot sequence, display initialization, and OS load are verified against factory baseline behavior.
• Touch Calibration Verification: Resistive or capacitive touch layer is calibrated and tested across the full active display area using a 9-point calibration grid.
• Communication Port Validation: All Ethernet, USB, serial, and fieldbus ports are tested for signal integrity and protocol handshake using dedicated test fixtures.
• Backplane Bus Integrity Check: For units with expansion modules, the internal communication bus is tested under simulated load to detect intermittent connector or trace faults.
• Thermal Cycling: Units are subjected to a thermal soak cycle (0°C to +55°C) to identify latent component failures not detectable at ambient temperature.
• Final Cosmetic and Mechanical Inspection: Display surface, housing, connectors, and mounting hardware are inspected and reconditioned to meet shipment standards.