Product Overview
The KUKA 00-128-456 is a KVGA 2.0 graphics interface card engineered specifically for KUKA KRC2ed05 robot controllers, serving as the critical bridge between the industrial PC and the control panel (KCP) or external display devices . As a dedicated graphics output module within the KRC2 controller architecture, the KUKA 00-128-456 processes image data from the controller’s CPU and converts it into display formats recognized by KUKA control panels and standard VGA monitors, ensuring operators have clear visual access to robot status, programming interfaces, and diagnostic information .
Manufactured by KUKA, the KUKA 00-128-456 features a KVGA 2.0 interface with a PCI connector and dual output ports, enabling simultaneous connection of the KUKA Control Panel and a parallel VGA display when required . This dual-port capability provides flexibility in system configuration, allowing maintenance personnel to connect an external monitor for diagnostics without disconnecting the primary teach pendant display. The card weighs approximately 0.23 kg and operates reliably within ambient temperatures from 0°C to 55°C, with tolerance for relative humidity up to 95% non-condensing .
As KRC2 and KRC2ed05 controllers age and remain in active service across automotive welding lines, press shops, and general industrial applications, the KUKA 00-128-456 represents a critical spare component for maintaining visual interface functionality . When this graphics card fails, operators lose access to the primary display, rendering the robot controller effectively inoperable until replacement is completed.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter Name | Parameter Value |
|---|---|
| Product Model | 00-128-456 |
| Manufacturer | KUKA |
| Product Type | KVGA 2.0 Graphics Card / Interface Board |
| Compatible Controller | KUKA KRC2ed05 Controllers |
| Interface Type | KVGA 2.0 |
| Connector | PCI |
| Number of Ports | Dual Port |
| Weight | Approximately 0.23 kg |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 55°C |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 60°C |
| Relative Humidity | 95% or less (non-condensing) |
| Maximum Altitude | 2000 meters (6562 ft) |
| Environment | No corrosive gases |
Main Features and Advantages
Dedicated KRC2ed05 Compatibility: The KUKA 00-128-456 is engineered specifically for KUKA KRC2ed05 controllers, ensuring seamless integration and reliable performance within the existing controller architecture . This dedicated design eliminates compatibility concerns that can arise with generic graphics solutions.
Dual-Port Output Flexibility: The KUKA 00-128-456 provides two output ports for KUKA Control Panel (KCP) connections, allowing simultaneous attachment of a KCP and a standard VGA display . This dual-port capability enables technicians to connect an external monitor for diagnostics or training purposes without sacrificing the primary operator interface.
Robust Environmental Tolerance: Operating reliably from 0°C to 55°C with humidity tolerance up to 95% non-condensing, the KUKA 00-128-456 withstands the temperature variations and environmental conditions typical of industrial robot cells and production floors .
Critical Role in Operator Interface: As the “bridge” between the controller PC and the KCP, the KUKA 00-128-456 directly enables all visual interaction with the robot system . Without this card, operators cannot access programming, status monitoring, or diagnostic functions through the teach pendant.
Lightweight and Compact: At approximately 0.23 kg, the KUKA 00-128-456 is lightweight and straightforward to handle during installation or replacement, minimizing downtime during maintenance operations .
