21.5″ Industrial Touch PC i5 (Large Case)

The 21.5″ Capacitive Touch PC I5-1145G7E (Large Case) is the largest member of faytech's compact Core i5 Touch PC family — engineered for deployment scenarios where Full HD widescreen at a comfortable adult-interaction size meets the compute demands of modern industrial software and contemporary commercial applications. This is the natural specification for new industrial automation deployments, modern control rooms transitioning from legacy aspect ratios, retail POS chains rolling out current Windows or Linux POS platforms, healthcare clinical workstations running modern EHR software, and any commercial deployment where 21.5″ Full HD is the right form factor.

Full HD Widescreen at Adult-Interaction Size

The display delivers 1920×1080 Full HD resolution across a 476.06 × 267.79 mm active area, in 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio at 21.5″ diagonal. At this size and resolution, the pixel density is approximately 102 PPI — comfortable for adult viewing distances at counter-mounted, desk-mounted, and wall-mounted positions. The 21.5″ size is the de facto standard for modern POS terminals, retail customer service stations, healthcare clinical workstations, and many industrial operator workstations transitioning from legacy 17″/19″ 5:4 to modern widescreen formats.

Brightness is 250 cd/m², appropriate for typical indoor commercial and industrial environments. Contrast ratio is 1,000:1 — matching the 17″ and 19″ siblings at the highest contrast in the compact Core i5 Touch PC family. Viewing angles are 178°/178° — wide enough to support shared viewing and customer-facing applications. 30,000-hour LED backlight lifetime supports continuous 24/7 commercial deployment. The display uses LVDS interface internally.

Intel Core i5 Industrial Compute Platform

The platform is built around the Intel® Core™ i5-1145G7E (Tiger Lake U) — a genuine industrial vPro embedded processor, not a low-power Atom or Celeron SoC. The i5-1145G7E offers full Intel Core architecture with significantly more compute performance, larger cache, faster memory subsystems, and better single-thread performance than the Atom and Celeron alternatives common in this product category. Paired with 8 GB DDR4 RAM and a 240 GB SSD (proper SSD, not eMMC), the platform handles demanding industrial software with margin to spare.

This compute spec matters operationally because modern industrial software is increasingly resource-intensive: browser-based HMI panels running multiple WebSocket connections, real-time data dashboards with high-frequency telemetry, computer-vision-augmented inspection software, AI-assisted predictive maintenance interfaces, modern POS systems with cloud integration, EHR clients with concurrent imaging viewers, and the multi-application workloads common in modern operator stations that simultaneously run primary applications, document management, and corporate productivity software.

The 1145G7E is also a vPro processor, supporting Intel's enterprise remote management features (AMT, vPro Manageability Engine) — meaningful for IT teams managing fleets of workstations remotely across geographically distributed facilities. Power consumption is 33.5W under operating load — the highest in the compact Core i5 Touch PC family due to the larger 21.5″ panel area, but still efficient for a Full HD widescreen industrial workstation-class device.

Operating System Options

Debian 12 ships pre-installed as standard (note: Pyramid Computer GmbH is not affiliated with Debian; Debian is a registered trademark owned by Software in the Public Interest, Inc.). Additional OS options available on request (with additional fee): Linux Ubuntu 22.4 LTS for the broader Ubuntu ecosystem alignment, Windows 10 for legacy Windows industrial software, and Windows 11 for current Windows commercial software. The Linux-first default reflects modern industrial deployment trends toward open-source OS platforms; Windows availability handles the substantial volume of Windows-based industrial, POS, and healthcare software in production.

Touch System

The 10-point projected capacitive multi-touch panel is built on 1.1 mm thermally strengthened cover glass with AG (chemical etching) anti-glare surface treatment, IK08 impact protection, and faytech's Clear Bond® optical bonding. The EXC81W84 touch controller communicates via USB. Touch resolution is 74 RX × 42 TX — supporting fine touch precision across the larger 21.5″ panel area. The optical bonding eliminates the air gap between touch sensor and LCD panel, improving optical clarity at the Full HD pixel density, reducing reflections in commercial lighting, and increasing mechanical durability against operator impacts.

Comprehensive Industrial Connectivity

Network: 2× 10/100/1000 Mbit Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 ports (Realtek® 8111H) supporting network segmentation common in industrial OT/IT separation. Wi-Fi via Intel® AC 3168 module with included RP-SMA female antenna. Power over Ethernet (PoE) is available upon request.

USB: 2× USB 3.0 (high-speed peripherals: external storage, barcode scanners, high-bandwidth instruments) + 2× USB 2.0 (standard industrial peripherals).

Video Output: 1× HDMI + 1× DisplayPort for external display extension — useful for dual-display workstation configurations.

Industrial Serial: 2× RS-232 COM ports (RX/TX only, DSUB9). The dual COM port specification matters for industrial integration: many deployments require simultaneous communication with multiple legacy devices (PLC + barcode scanner, scale + label printer, machine controller + data logger). The pinout follows standard RS-232 convention: Pin 2 RXD1, Pin 3 TXD1, Pin 5/10/11 GND.

Additional connectors: 1× Audio In/Out (Realtek® ALC897 Audio CODEC), 1× SD card slot for local data logging and removable storage, 1× SIM card slot for cellular connectivity in installations where Wi-Fi/Ethernet isn't appropriate.

Modular Front Kit + Back Kit Design

This product implements faytech's modular Front Kit + Back Kit architecture:

• 21.5″ Rubber Frame Front Kit: Contains the 21.5″ Full HD display panel, projected capacitive touch sensor, cover glass with Clear Bond® optical bonding, rubber frame structural assembly, and the IP65 sealing system.
• Large IPC Back Kit (i5-1145G7E): Contains the Intel Core i5 compute platform, all external connectivity, network hardware, storage, and the aluminum IPC back case with passive thermal management fins. This is the same back kit shared across the entire compact Core i5 Touch PC family — from 10″ through 21.5″.

The two kits can be ordered pre-assembled (deployment-ready) or separately packaged (for OEM integration), connected through various standardized connectors. Independent replacement during service supports:

• Compute platform refresh as Intel Core processor generations advance, without replacing the more expensive front kit
• Field damage replacement of cracked cover glass without retiring the working back kit and configured OS image
• OEM integration projects where custom enclosures house the back kit separately from the front kit
• Service inventory optimization with separate kit stocking — the shared Large IPC Back Kit across the entire Touch PC i5 family (10″ through 21.5″) dramatically simplifies fleet inventory management for organizations operating mixed-size deployments

Note: Front Kit + Back Kit assembly to be done by a professional to maintain IP65 seal integrity.

Mounting Options

• VESA 100 × 100 mounting: Standard wall-mount arms, articulating mounts, monitor stands, and industrial pole mounts. The 56.0 mm chassis depth requires a mount with adequate clearance.
• 6-clamp open-frame integration: Installation into custom kiosk enclosures, retail counters, industrial control panels, or built-in HMI positions via a 508.0 × 307.0 mm cut-out, secured by 6 clamps. Maximum clamp wall thickness is 5.0 mm.

Wide Power Input & Environmental

The platform accepts 9-36V DC wide power input — supporting standard 12V industrial DC, vehicle 24V systems, 48V battery backup systems (regulated), and the PoE option (when configured). The included 100-240V AC active-switching adapter outputs 12V DC for standard mains deployment. Operating power consumption is 33.5W with under 1W standby. Operating temperature range is -10°C to +60°C with 10–90% humidity tolerance, suitable for partially-conditioned industrial environments.

IP65 Front + IP40 Back protection. CE and FCC certified.

Intended use: Industrial-grade touchscreen touch PC for indoor use as control panel, digital signage, wayfinding, POS, and similar applications. Protect from direct sunlight. Operation outside specified temperature ranges is not covered by warranty.

Included in the Delivery

Power adapter (100-240V AC active switching, 12V DC-Out), Wi-Fi antenna (RP-SMA female), short installation manual.

Hypothetical Application Scenarios

Modern Industrial Automation – Large-Format Operator Workstations: Picture a manufacturing facility deploying contemporary HMI software at operator stations where the Full HD widescreen 21.5″ format matches modern software interface design and supports comfortable interaction at standing workstations. The Core i5 platform handles the multi-application workload; the dual RS-232 ports connect to existing PLC infrastructure; the 178°/178° viewing angles support shared viewing during operator handoffs and supervisor reviews.

Retail POS & Customer Service Counters: Retail chains, restaurants, and hospitality operators can deploy the touch PC as full-feature POS terminals running modern Windows or Linux-based POS software. The 21.5″ Full HD display is the de facto standard size for modern POS deployments — comfortable for staff operation and customer-facing applications; the Core i5 processor handles modern POS workloads including integrated payment processing, inventory lookup, loyalty integration, and CRM with margin; the IP65 front tolerates retail spills and cleaning protocols; the multiple OS options align with diverse POS platform requirements.

Healthcare – Clinical Workstations & EHR Documentation: Hospitals and clinics can deploy the touch PC as primary clinical workstations, nursing station computers, and bedside terminals. The 21.5″ Full HD widescreen is the standard size for modern EHR deployments (Epic, Cerner, athenahealth, MEDITECH); the Core i5 compute platform handles the multi-tab clinical workflows that overwhelm Atom-class hardware; the IP65 front supports the alcohol-based disinfectant and bleach-wipe cleaning protocols required in healthcare; the OS flexibility aligns with diverse hospital IT standards including HIPAA-compliant Linux deployments and Windows-based legacy clinical applications.

Visitor Management & Reception Terminals: Corporate offices, government facilities, large venues, and hospital lobbies can deploy the touch PC as visitor management terminals. The 21.5″ Full HD widescreen provides comfortable interaction size for standing visitors; the Core i5 handles the photo capture, ID verification, and badge printing workflows modern VMS systems require; the modular Front Kit + Back Kit design supports easy front kit replacement after wear.

Manufacturing Quality & Inspection Workstations: Quality control stations, inspection workstations, and incoming materials review positions in manufacturing operations can use the touch PC as the primary operator interface. The 21.5″ Full HD display renders inspection imagery, specifications documentation, and test reports clearly; the Core i5 handles concurrent image analysis software, quality management systems, and equipment control; the dual USB 3.0 supports inspection cameras and measurement instruments.

Modern Control Rooms – Operator Workstations Transitioning to Widescreen: Process control facilities and energy operations centers transitioning from legacy 17″/19″ 5:4 to modern widescreen formats can use the 21.5″ Full HD widescreen Touch PC as the natural upgrade path. The Core i5 platform supports the modernized DCS and SCADA software designed for widescreen formats; the 6-clamp open-frame integration supports installation into refreshed console infrastructure; the modular design supports the long service life expectations of control room hardware.

Hospitality – Property Management & Front Desk: Hotels can deploy the touch PC as front desk workstations, property management system terminals, concierge workstations, and back-office operations stations. The 21.5″ Full HD widescreen supports modern PMS interface design; the Core i5 platform handles the multi-application workflows typical of hospitality operations; the modular design supports easy service replacement.

Logistics & Warehouse Operations Workstations: Warehouse operations, distribution centers, and logistics facilities can deploy the touch PC as primary pick-pack workstations, receiving stations, shipping workstations, and inventory management terminals. The 21.5″ Full HD widescreen supports modern WMS interfaces; the dual Ethernet supports WMS network plus management network; the dual USB 3.0 supports barcode scanners and label printers; the dual COM ports support legacy logistics equipment integration.

Education – Computer Lab & Classroom Display Workstations: Schools, universities, and training facilities can deploy the touch PC as classroom presenter workstations, computer lab teacher stations, and library research terminals. The 21.5″ Full HD widescreen matches the educational software design language; the Core i5 platform handles modern educational applications including video, interactive content, and multimedia; the 24/7 LED lifetime rating supports continuous classroom operation.

Banking – Branch Operations & Customer Service: Bank branches and credit unions can deploy the touch PC as teller workstations, customer service workstations, branch manager stations, and account services terminals. The 21.5″ Full HD widescreen matches modern banking platform interface design; the Core i5 platform handles the multi-application financial software workflows; the IP65 front rating supports the cleaning protocols of financial branch environments.

For OEM volume programs, modular Front Kit / Back Kit purchasing arrangements, alternative OS pre-installation requests, PoE configuration, custom industrial integration consultation, or pre-sales technical discussion, request a quote from the faytech North America engineering team.