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Omron HMI Panels: NB, NS and NA Series Compared

Omron operator panels divide into three generations. The NB series (NB3Q, NB5Q, NB7W, NB10W) was the budget workhorse and has now been discontinued — production of the NB10W-TW01B ended in March 2025, so remaining stock is finite. The NS series (NS5 to NS15) is the established mid-range for CJ/CS systems. The NA series (NA5 7W/9W/12W/15W) is the current platform: larger screens, dual Ethernet, and programming inside Sysmac Studio alongside the PLC.

For new machines, the NA5 is the defensible default — it is the actively developed line and talks EtherNet/IP natively to Omron and third-party controllers. For maintaining existing NB or NS installations, matching the original model keeps your project file and panel cutout valid; we still stock the common NB and NS variants and can advise on the migration path when the exact model is gone.

Software differs by generation: NB uses NB-Designer, NS uses CX-Designer, NA uses Sysmac Studio. Confirm the panel you order matches the project file you already have, or budget the conversion. Not sure which series your machine uses? Send a photo of the panel label and we will identify it.

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NB10W-TW01B-V1 specifications and selection notes
  • Use exact SKU matching for replacements, especially when terminal type and communication suffixes differ.
  • For HMIs projects, sharing machine model, load profile, and installation environment helps us recommend the right variant faster.
  • Ask for quotation with quantity tiers to compare unit pricing and lead-time options in one response.

42 products available in this category.

Browse All 12 SKUs in HMIs
NS12-TS01-V2 NS12-TS01B-V2 NS15-TX01B-V2 NS5-MQ00B-V2 NS5-SQ10-V2 NS5-SQ10B-ECV2 NS5-SQ10B-V2 NS5-SQ11-V2 NS5-SQ11B NS5-TQ00-V2 NS5-TQ10-V2 NS5-TQ10B-V2

Why Choose Omron HMIs?

Genuine Omron HMI panels in stock: NA5 series plus remaining NB and NS units, with NA5 migration paths. We confirm the panel matches your existing project file - NB-Designer, CX-Designer or Sysmac Studio.

  • Vibrant, high-resolution touchscreens for clear data visualization
  • Intuitive programming software for rapid screen and logic development
  • Extensive connectivity options for seamless integration with PLCs and third-party devices
  • Durable, industrial-grade construction built for 24/7 operation
  • Remote access capabilities for monitoring and control from anywhere
  • Advanced security protocols to safeguard critical operational data
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Omron NB10W-TW01B still available? What replaces it?
NB-series production has ended (the NB10W-TW01B was discontinued in March 2025), so supply is limited to remaining stock. The functional successor is the NA5 series — for a 10-inch class panel, look at NA5-12W or the closest size, programmed with Sysmac Studio instead of NB-Designer. We stock remaining NB units for direct replacement and can quote the NA5 migration path with the project-file conversion noted.
What is the difference between the Omron NA and NB HMI series?
NA is the current generation: bigger screens, dual Ethernet ports, faster processors, and programming in Sysmac Studio with the PLC program in one project. NB was the entry-level line with NB-Designer software and a single serial/Ethernet mix depending on variant. NA supports modern protocols like EtherNet/IP tagging natively; NB relies on FINS and serial drivers. For new machines, choose NA5; for keeping an existing NB project running, match the NB model.
Which software programs each Omron HMI series?
NB series uses NB-Designer, NS series uses CX-Designer (part of the CX-One suite), and NA series uses Sysmac Studio. A project file from one series cannot be opened in another tool, so the panel you buy determines the software you need. If you are migrating, budget time to rebuild or convert the screen project.
Can an Omron HMI connect to a non-Omron PLC?
Yes. NB and NS panels ship with drivers for many third-party PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi and others) over serial or Ethernet. NA panels focus on EtherNet/IP and OPC UA, which covers most modern third-party controllers through a tag-based connection. Tell us your PLC brand and model and we will confirm the driver before you order.