NB5Q-TW01B 5.6 inch Touch Screen HMI 320x234 Ethernet USB | Omron

The Original New Omron NB5Q-TW01B is a 5.6-inch touch screen HMI from the NB Series programmable terminals, designed for cost-effective machine-level operator control and visualization. Featuring a TFT color display with 65,536 colors and analog resistive touch technology, this HMI delivers clear, responsive operator interface for small to mid-sized machine automation applications. The TW01B variant includes Ethernet, USB Host, and dual serial ports (RS-232C, RS-422A/RS-485) for flexible connectivity to Omron PLCs and third-party controllers. Powered by NB-Designer software (free download), it provides an affordable entry into Omron's HMI ecosystem.

Core Engineering Highlights:
5.6 inch TFT color display (320 x 234 pixels) | 65,536 colors | Analog resistive touch panel (1024 x 1024 resolution) | 128 MB onboard memory | 1 x Ethernet 10/100 BASE-T | 2 x RS-232C ports + 1 x RS-422A/485 port | 1 x USB Host (Type A) + 1 x USB Slave (mini-B) | IP65 front panel protection | 24V DC power supply (20.4–27.6V) | 660 g weight | LED backlight with 50,000 hours typical life

Key Features:

• Original New Omron NB5Q-TW01B HMI

• 5.6 inch TFT LCD color display with LED backlight

• 320 x 234 pixel resolution (QVGA)

• 65,536 colors for clear, detailed visualization

• Analog resistive touch panel, 1024 x 1024 resolution, 1 million touches min.

• 128 MB onboard memory (including system area)

• 1 x Ethernet port (10/100 BASE-T) for network connectivity

• 2 x RS-232C serial ports (COM1 and COM2)

• 1 x RS-422A/485 serial port (COM2 configurable)

• 1 x USB Host (Type A) for USB memory, mouse, keyboard

• 1 x USB Slave (mini-B) for PC connection

• IP65 front panel protection (dust-tight, water-resistant)

• LED backlight: 50,000 hours typical life (at 25°C, 40% brightness)

• Real-time clock (battery-backed, 5-year battery life at 25°C)

• 8 online languages supported

• 16 password levels for security

• Programming via NB-Designer software (free download, version 1.10 or higher)

• Vibration resistance: 0.075 mm amplitude (10–57 Hz), 9.8 m/s² (57–150 Hz)

• Shock resistance: 147 m/s², 3 times each in X, Y, Z directions (11 ms)

• Black frame design

• Complies with CE, cULus, KC, RCM, RoHS

Applications:

• Small to mid-sized machine operator interface and control

• Production line monitoring and data entry

• Packaging machinery HMI

• Material handling equipment control

• OEM machine automation systems

• Process monitoring and alarm management

• Legacy system replacement and spare part stocking

Technical Specifications:

System Compatibility:

• Compatible with Omron CP/CJ/CS series PLCs via RS-232C connection cable (XW2Z-200T for 2m, XW2Z-500T for 5m)

• Compatible with Omron PLCs via RS-422A/485 cable (NB-RSEXT-2M, 2m)

• Supports Modbus RTU, Modbus TCP/IP, Omron Host Link, and third-party PLC protocols

• Programming via NB-Designer software (free download; version 1.10 or higher required for NB5Q-TW01B)

• Ethernet connectivity for Modbus TCP/IP communication

Related Products:

• NB5Q-TW00B – 5.6 inch, no Ethernet, no USB Host (serial only)

• NB5Q-TW01B-V1 – Current V1 version (active product, recommended replacement)

• NB7W-TW01B – 7 inch version with Ethernet and USB Host

• NB10W-TW01B – 10.1 inch version with Ethernet and USB Host

• NB5Q-KBA04 – Protective sheet set (5 sheets) for NB5Q series

• XW2Z-200T – NB to PLC RS-232C connection cable, 2m (CP/CJ/CS series)

• XW2Z-500T – NB to PLC RS-232C connection cable, 5m (CP/CJ/CS series)

• NB-RSEXT-2M – NB to PLC RS-422A/485 connection cable, 2m

• NB5Q-ATT01 – Mounting bracket for NT31/NT31C series to NB5Q series

• FZ-MEM2G – USB memory stick, 2 GB (recommended)

• FZ-MEM16G – USB memory stick, 16 GB (recommended)

PLC ERA is an independent industrial automation distributor supplying genuine Original New products through established global supply channels. All products are factory sealed when applicable and undergo quality inspection prior to shipment. Omron and NB Series are trademarks of Omron Corporation.

⚠️ Important Product Status Note:

This product has been discontinued by Omron. The recommended replacement is the NB5Q-TW01B-V1, which features a 5.7-inch TFT LCD display, 320 x 240 dots resolution, and the same Ethernet + USB Host connectivity. This product remains available for maintaining existing installations while supplies last. For new designs, please consider the recommended replacement model.