Industrial HMI Gains Power as Darveen Upgrades the DPC-9000 Series

Darveen has strengthened its DPC-9000 industrial HMI line with a new Intel Alder Lake-N N97 processor, delivering faster data handling, sharper graphics, and more responsive touch interaction. The updated units pair multi-touch projected-capacitive displays with rugged IP65 construction and broad connectivity options, including expansion for WiFi or 5G. Designed for harsh industrial environments but equally suited to commercial kiosks, the upgraded DPC-9000 offers a smoother, more intuitive user experience across a wide range of applications.

The DPC 9000 Series is already a popular HMI, and now the series includes the latest Intel processor. Image used courtesy of Darveen

DPC 9000 Series

Well known as an effective and rugged HMI, the DPC-9000 has proven its worth in many industrial, commercial, and manufacturing settings. The newest version now includes the Intel Adler Lake-N N97 processor, which has a clock speed of 2 GHz and a turbo processing speed of 3.6 GHz. It is a four-core chip, based on the Intel 7 process node. The chip is capable of running Windows 10/11 or Linux, allowing for a wide range of third-party or in-house software.

The DPC 9000 series HMIs also feature a projected capacitive touchscreen in sizes ranging from 12” to 21.5” (30.5 to 54.6 cm). The capacitive touch screen allows for multi-touch operation, meaning users can easily perform dragging and dropping, cutting, multi-selection, and many other standard PC features.

Connecting devices to the DPC 9000 series is made possible through multiple COM ports, USB ports, and Ethernet ports. It has the ability to be expanded with M2 expansion slots to add support for WiFi or 4G/5G connectivity. All of this connectivity shows that the DPC 9000 series HMIs are ready for integration in smart factories and facilities where IIoT support and monitoring are required.

The DPC-9000 series features Alder Lake-N Intel processors for improved performance and power efficiency. Image used courtesy of Darveen

Designed for Industry

Besides a faster processor, the DPC-9000 series HMIs have been built for the harsh environments of modern industry. The front bezel and casing are made from aluminum and sealed to meet IP65 level standards. This makes the DPC-9000 suitable for dusty environments or places where there might be occasional water spray. It is also designed to withstand a wide range of temperatures and can even be used in outdoor enclosures, such as those found in refineries, ports, and mining operations. It has an advanced, fanless thermal management system, meaning there is one fewer entry point for contaminants.

Potential Applications

Companies have already deployed Darveen’s DPC-9000 series HMIs in numerous industrial, commercial, and manufacturing applications. The newest version improves on the speed and efficiency of the processing, graphics, and touch screen. For new installations, this model will provide quick processing and graphics capabilities.

Besides industry and manufacturing, commercial markets are turning to touchscreen interfaces for customer-facing applications. One growing market segment is self-serve kiosks. The DPC-9000 Series is ruggedized for everyday use and features a capable, sensitive touch screen, making it a less frustrating experience at the kiosk. The customers using the HMI will have a seamless experience. Also, HMIs are often damaged by frustrated customers who repeatedly tap hard on the HMI, smack it, or even deliberately vandalize it. By providing that intuitive, real-time experience, the HMI will see less of this type of abuse and may have a much longer lifespan.