The SIPLUS HMI KP8 PN (6AG1688-3AY36-2AX0) is a high-feature control panel from Siemens’ SIMATIC HMI series, a SIPLUS variant based on 6AV3688-3AY36-0AX0, designed with conformal coating for operation in a -40…+60 °C temperature range (startup at -25 °C). It features 8 short-stroke switches with multi-colored LEDs and PROFINET interfaces. The panel includes 8 configurable digital input/output (DI/DO) pins, operates on a 24 V DC power supply with loop-through capability, and is parameterizable from STEP 7 V5.5 or higher. With a net weight of 0.336 kg and packaging dimensions of 1.00 x 18.00 x 6.00 cm, it is suited for industrial automation projects, such as machine control or monitoring systems in harsh environments, particularly in applications requiring high adaptability and durability.