Nexcom Applied Panel Computers and Displays

07 October 2025 Knowledge Base
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Nexcom Applied Panel PCs (“APPC” series) and Industrial Displays (“APPD” series) offer rugged, fanless all-in-one HMI computers and monitors tailored for harsh environments. Each unit integrates the computing module, LCD, and touch interface behind an IP65-rated front bezel. Designed for reliability in manufacturing settings, these panel PCs serve as central hubs for data collection, processing and control in smart factories. Nexcom’s panel PCs and displays share several industrial-grade features. All models are fanless and built into compact, sealed enclosures (NEMA4/IP65 compliant) so they resist dust and splashing water. Flush-front touchscreens (resistive or projected capacitive) simplify wiping and cleaning. Displays range from 12.1″ up to 21.5″ with resolutions up to Full HD. Internally the APPC panel PCs use industrial motherboards and Intel® processors (from Celeron J-series up to recent Alder Lake-N N97 CPUs), along with DDR3/DDR5 memory and multiple storage options (mSATA/2.5″ SSD or CFast). Many models include dual Gigabit or 2.5GbE LAN ports, several serial COM ports, USB ports, and expansion slots (mini PCIe / M.2) for Wi-Fi/5G or fieldbus modules. Power is typically 12–30VDC-in (often 24VDC-in standard in industrial sites) and VESA mounts are provided for panel or wall mounting.

These rugged panel systems are widely used in industrial automation and process control, serving as HMIs for factory machines, PLC replacement panels, or edge gateways in IIoT installations. They also appear in building automation, kiosks or self-service terminals, and any application needing a reliable touch panel computer or monitor. Their IP65-rated front panels and fanless designs make them suitable for food, chemical, or outdoor environments where cleanliness and sealing are required. By combining computing and display in one unit, Nexcom’s panel PCs simplify deployment of control stations and operator interfaces in smart factories and assembly lines.

Nexcom APPC Series

The APPC (Applied Panel PC) series are fanless panel PCs with integrated industrial motherboards. They come in various display sizes (12.1″, 15″, 15.6″, 17″, 19″, up to 21.5″) with either resistive or projected-capacitive touchscreens. Front bezels are sealed to IP65 and backlit LCDs are typically 400–500 cd/m² brightness. Processors range from Intel® Celeron (e.g. J1900 or J3455) to more powerful Alder Lake-N (N97) CPUs, paired with DDR3 or DDR5 memory. For example, the APPC-1660-A01 is a 15.6″ FHD panel PC with an Intel Alder Lake-N97 processor and DDR5 RAM. It features a flush narrow bezel, dual 2.5GbE LAN, multiple serial ports, mini-PCIe and M.2 slots (for WWAN/SSD), and even a second video output via USB-C. In general, APPC models offer rich connectivity: multiple Gigabit LAN ports, RS232/422/485 serial channels, USB 3.2 Gen2 and USB-C ports, audio jacks, and expansion slots for wireless or fieldbus cards. Common industrial interfaces (VGA/DP/video-out) and 24VDC-in input further simplify integration. A narrow-metal or plastic bezel design ensures durability in light-industrial settings.

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Featured products:

Nexcom – APPC-1240C-B01 – View Product
12.1″ Panel PC, TFT LCD, Resistive Touch, 500 cd/m², Intel® Celeron® J1900 2.0 GHz, 4 GB DDR3L, 1x2.5″ SATA bay, CFast, VGA, 2xGbE LAN, 2xCOM, 3xUSB, 2xMiniPCIe, 12–30VDC-in input.

Nexcom – APPC-1245T-B – View Product
12.1″ Panel PC, TFT LCD, Resistive Touch, 500 cd/m², Intel® Celeron® J1900 2.0 GHz, 4 GB DDR3L, 1x2.5″ SATA bay, CFast, VGA, 2xGbE LAN, 2xCOM, 3xUSB, Audio, 12–30VDC-in.

Nexcom – APPC-1260T-A01 – View Product
12.1″ Panel PC, XGA, Resistive Touch, 1024x768, 500 cd/m², Intel® Alder Lake-N97 CPU, 8 GB DDR5 RAM, DP, 2x2.5 GbE LAN, 3xCOM, 2xUSB 3.2, 1xUSB-C, Audio, Mini-PCIe, M.2, 24VDC-in.

Nexcom – APPC-1550T – View Product
15″ Panel PC, XGA, Resistive Touch, 400 cd/m², Intel® Celeron® J3455 1.5 GHz, 4 GB DDR3L, 2xDP, 2xGbE LAN, 3xCOM, 4xUSB, 1x2.5″ SATA bay, M.2, Mini-PCIe, 24VDC-in.

Nexcom – APPC-1560-A01 – View Product
15″ Panel PC, XGA, Resistive Touch, 350 cd/m², Intel® Alder Lake-N97 CPU, 8 GB DDR5 RAM, DP, 2x2.5 GbE LAN, 3xCOM, 2xUSB 3.2, 1xUSB-C, Audio, Mini-PCIe, 2xM.2, 24VDC-in.

Nexcom – APPC-1660-A01 – View Product
15.6″ FHD Panel PC, P-Cap Touch, 400 cd/m², Intel® Alder Lake-N97 CPU, 8 GB DDR5 RAM, DP, 2x2.5 GbE LAN, 3xCOM, 2xUSB 3.2, 1xUSB-C (DP Alt), Audio, Mini-PCIe, 2xM.2, 24VDC-in.

Nexcom – APPC-1740C-B01 – View Product
17″ Panel PC, SXGA, Resistive Touch, 400 cd/m², Intel® Celeron® J1900 2.0 GHz, 4 GB DDR3L, 1x2.5″ SATA bay, CFast, VGA, 2xGbE LAN, 2xCOM, 3xUSB, 2xMiniPCIe, Audio, 12–30VDC-in.

Nexcom – APPC-1740T – View Product
17″ Panel PC, SXGA, Resistive Touch, 400 cd/m², Intel® Celeron® J1900 2.0 GHz, 4 GB DDR3L, 1x2.5″ SATA bay, CFast, VGA, 2xGbE LAN, 2xCOM, 3xUSB, 2xMiniPCIe, Audio, 12–30VDC-in.

Nexcom – APPC-1760-A01 – View Product
17″ Panel PC, SXGA, Resistive Touch, 400 cd/m², Intel® Alder Lake-N97 CPU, 8 GB DDR5 RAM, DP, 2x2.5 GbE LAN, 3xCOM, 2xUSB 3.2, 1xUSB-C, Audio, Mini-PCIe, 2xM.2, 24VDC-in.

Nexcom – APPC-1960-A01 – View Product
19″ Panel PC, SXGA, Resistive Touch, 350 cd/m², Intel® Alder Lake-N97 CPU, 8 GB DDR5 RAM, DP, 2x2.5 GbE LAN, 3xCOM, 2xUSB 3.2, 1xUSB-C, Audio, Mini-PCIe, M.2, 24VDC-in.

These examples illustrate the range of APPC models. Most current models use Intel N97-series CPUs and DDR5 memory, and some models (like the J1900-based APPC-1240C-B01) also presented in the lineup. All APPC units share a rugged metal chassis and are suited for industrial machine control, SCADA panels, robotics interfaces, or any application requiring a touch-capable PC with rich I/O.

Nexcom APPD Series

The APPD (Applied Panel Display) series are industrial touch monitors without an integrated PC. These displays are designed for IP65-rated flush-mount HMI installations where only the screen and touch panel are needed. Display sizes include 12.1″ (XGA), 15″ (XGA), 15.6″ (FHD), 17″ (SXGA), 19″ (SXGA), and 21.5″ (FHD). Many models use 5-wire resistive touchscreens, while higher-end sizes (15.6″ FHD and 21.5″ FHD) offer 10-point capacitive multi-touch. Brightness is typically 350–500 cd/m². Input interfaces include VGA, DVI-D and DisplayPort video inputs, plus a USB or RS-232 connection for the touch sensor. Front bezels are IP65-sealed (plastic or aluminum), and units run on 24VDC-in. For example, the APPD-2100-2 is a 21.5″ FHD flush monitor with P-Cap multi-touch, 500 cd/m² brightness, and VGA/DP/DVI-I video inputs. Likewise, the APPD-1200-1 is a 12.1″ XGA flush LCD with a resistive panel, 500 cd/m² brightness, and VGA/DVI/DP inputs.

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Featured products:

Nexcom – APPD-1200-1 – View Product
12.1″ XGA Industrial Touch Monitor, 1024x768, 500 cd/m², 5-wire Resistive (flush), VGA/DVI-D/DP video, RS-232/USB touch interface, plastic bezel, 24VDC-in.

Nexcom – APPD-1200-2 – View Product
12.1″ XGA Industrial Touch Monitor, 1024x768, 500 cd/m², 5-wire Resistive (flush), VGA/DVI-D/DP video, RS-232/USB touch interface, aluminum bezel, 24VDC-in.

Nexcom – APPD-1500-1 – View Product
15″ XGA Industrial Touch Monitor, 1024x768, 400 cd/m², 5-wire Resistive (flush), VGA/DVI-D/DP video, RS-232/USB touch interface, plastic bezel, 24VDC-in.

Nexcom – APPD-1500-2 – View Product
15″ XGA Industrial Touch Monitor, 1024x768, 350 cd/m², 5-wire Resistive (flush), VGA/DVI-D/DP video, RS-232/USB touch interface, aluminum bezel, 24VDC-in.

Nexcom – APPD-1600-2 – View Product
15.6″ FHD Industrial Touch Monitor, 1920x1080, 400 cd/m², PCAP Multi-Touch, VGA/DVI-D/DP video, RS-232/USB touch interface, aluminum bezel, 24VDC-in.

Nexcom – APPD-1700-1 – View Product
17″ SXGA Industrial Touch Monitor, 1280x1024, 350 cd/m², 5-wire Resistive (flush), VGA/DVI-D/DP video, RS-232/USB touch interface, plastic bezel, 24VDC-in.

Nexcom – APPD-1700-2 – View Product
17″ SXGA Industrial Touch Monitor, 1280x1024, 400 cd/m², 5-wire Resistive (flush), VGA/DVI-D/DP video, RS-232/USB touch interface, aluminum bezel, 24VDC-in.

Nexcom – APPD-1900-1 – View Product
19″ SXGA Industrial Touch Monitor, 1280x1024, 350 cd/m², 5-wire Resistive (flush), VGA/DVI-D/DP video, RS-232/USB touch interface, plastic bezel, 24VDC-in.

Nexcom – APPD-1900-2 – View Product
19″ SXGA Industrial Touch Monitor, 1280x1024, 350 cd/m², 5-wire Resistive (flush), VGA/DVI-D/DP video, RS-232/USB touch interface, aluminum bezel, 24VDC-in.

Nexcom – APPD-2100-2 – View Product
21.5″ FHD Industrial Touch Monitor, 1920x1080, 500 cd/m², PCAP Multi-Touch, VGA/DVI-I/DP video, USB touch interface, aluminum bezel, 24VDC-in

These APPD displays provide flexible HMI options – for instance, pairing a panel PC with a second-screen display, or using the display alone for machine control panels. All models feature industrial-grade construction and touch capability for reliable human–machine interaction on the factory floor.

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