OVERVIEW

Official designation: Allen-Bradley 20-HIM-A5 (PowerFlex, Programmer-only Human Interface Module)

Role/Application: This programmer-only HIM provides a simple LCD display and numeric keypad for on-site parameter configuration and monitoring of compatible PowerFlex AC and DC drives.

KEY SPECS SUMMARY

Power: Powered via drive DPI port

Interfaces / Ports: Drive Peripheral Interface (DPI)

Indicators: LCD with backlight

Operating Temp: Minus 20 degrees C to plus 55 degrees C

Platform / Compatibility: PowerFlex 70, 700, 750, 753 series

Limit: IP20 protection rating (indoor use only)

Lifecycle: Discontinued October 31, 2023, no direct replacement

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Technical Specifications:

Q: What are the primary dimensions and weight of the 20-HIM-A5 Human Interface Module?

A: The HIM measures 154.494 mm high, 78.99 mm wide, and weighs approximately 0.127 kilograms.

Wiring & Installation:

Q: Can the 20-HIM-A5 be permanently mounted or is it strictly a handheld device?

A: It is designed for either drive cover mounting or handheld programming operation.

Troubleshooting & Compatibility:

Q: Which communication protocol does the 20-HIM-A5 use to interface with PowerFlex drives?

A: The module uses the Drive Peripheral Interface (DPI) protocol for communication with the drive.

Replacement & Upgrades:

Q: What is the recommended strategy when the 20-HIM-A5 programmer module reaches its end-of-life status?

A: Rockwell Automation suggests modernization to the PowerFlex 750 family and using the corresponding HIMs.