UNIOP ETT-VGA-0045 – Industrial VGA Cable (4.5 m) for UniOP/eTOP HMIs and Remote Displays

The UNIOP ETT-VGA-0045 is a purpose-built VGA cable designed to connect UniOP / eTOP operator panels to an external monitor or industrial display, especially when the display needs to be mounted on a door, arm, or at a short distance from the control cabinet. At 4.5 meters, it’s long enough for most panel layouts without pushing the limits of analog video. From my experience, the right cable solves a lot of “random flicker” headaches in cabinets with drives and contactors nearby.

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Key Features

• Optimized for UniOP/eTOP HMIs – Sized and pinned for VGA output on UniOP panels, so it’s truly plug-and-play.
• 4.5 m length – Covers typical door-to-cabinet or arm-mounted display runs without signal drop in most cases.
• HD15 (VGA) male–male – Standard high-density 15-pin connectors with thumbscrews for a secure lock.
• Shielded for industrial environments – Helps reduce EMI from drives, contactors, and high-current lines nearby.
• Stable analog image – Typically supports standard VGA resolutions (e.g., 640×480 to 1024×768) at this distance.
• Durable jacket – Tough outer sheath that holds up to cabinet routing and repeated door movement.
• Quick swap in the field – No drivers, no firmware; just connect, tighten, and go.

Technical Specifications

Application Fields

You’ll usually find the ETT-VGA-0045 in machine tools, packaging lines, and process skids where the HMI CPU stays inside the cabinet and the viewing screen sits on a door or pedestal. It also fits OEM panels that bring a UniOP/eTOP VGA signal to a remote display in a control room. One thing I appreciate is how predictable the image is at 4.5 m—even in cabinets with VFDs, it typically holds a crisp picture when the cable is routed correctly.

Advantages & Value

• Reliability in EMI-heavy panels – Shielding reduces noise, which means fewer support calls about ghosting or shimmer.
• Compatibility – Built for UniOP/eTOP VGA outputs; avoids the “generic cable roulette” effect.
• Lower total cost – Saves time during build and commissioning; fewer field reworks compared to non-industrial cables.
• Procurement confidence – Consistent sourcing, warranty-backed, and easy to replace if needed.

A recent maintenance lead told me they swapped this in for a consumer-grade lead and the intermittent flicker disappeared immediately. That seems to be a common pattern when the run crosses motor power or relay bundles.

Installation & Maintenance

• Cabinet routing – Separate from high-voltage and VFD motor leads; follow EMC best practices with dedicated signal trays.
• Bend radius – Maintain a gentle bend (typically ≥10× cable diameter) to avoid impedance changes.
• Ventilation – No special cooling required, but avoid tight bundles near heat sources to preserve jacket life.
• Terminations – Secure thumbscrews; add strain relief at moving doors or swing arms.
• Routine checks – Inspect for jacket abrasion, crushed points, or loose screws during scheduled PM; clean connector pins gently if needed.
• No firmware – It’s a passive cable; no calibration or updates required.

Quality & Certifications

• RoHS compliant
• CE conformity (as part of system-level EMC compliance, where applicable)
• Manufacturer warranty: 12 months (365 days)