What makes the V2A universal touch pen system the premium choice?

The 6AV6881-0AV22-0AA0 is the top-tier touch pen in the SIMATIC HMI accessory range. The pen body is machined from V2A stainless steel — heftier than the aluminum and plastic alternatives at 177 grams for the complete kit, with a finish that resists corrosion, scratches, and the dulling effect of repeated handling with gloved hands. It is the only SIMATIC touch pen that works on both capacitive and resistive touch screens out of the box: the pre-installed resistive cap handles legacy panels, and swapping to a capacitive cap (sold separately) takes seconds. The included wall holder accepts a 22.5 mm screw or adhesive mount, putting the pen exactly where the operator expects it — next to the HMI panel, not in a drawer.

What comes in the box?

Each 6AV6881-0AV22-0AA0 ships as a complete kit:

• 1 V2A stainless steel touch pen with a pre-installed resistive cap
• 1 holding cord — tethers the pen to the holder or panel enclosure
• 1 wall holder — mounts via screw (22.5 mm pitch) or industrial adhesive to the panel enclosure, cabinet door, or operator desk

Replacement caps — V2A stainless steel (6AV6881-0AV62-1AA0, 5-pack), ELO plastic (6AV6881-0AV61-0AA0, 5-pack), or RES resistive-only (6AV6881-0AV63-0BA0, 5-pack) — are available separately. The V2A cap is the recommended spare for this pen system; it matches the pen body material and is validated for both touch technologies.

How does this compare to the ELO touch pen system?

Both the V2A (6AV6881-0AV22-0AA0) and ELO (6AV6881-0AV21-0AA0) touch pen systems are universal — capacitive and resistive compatible — and both include a pen, cap, cord, and holder. The difference is the pen body material: V2A stainless steel on the 6AV6881-0AV22-0AA0 versus high-quality plastic and aluminum on the ELO system. Choose V2A for harsh environments where the pen body takes abuse — high-vibration cabinets, outdoor kiosks, washdown-adjacent stations — and where the premium feel of a steel pen communicates quality to operators and visiting auditors. Choose ELO for standard control-room and laboratory HMI stations where the pen is handled with care and the lighter weight is appreciated during long shifts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the wall holder be mounted without drilling?

Yes. The holder supports both screw mounting (22.5 mm pitch, compatible with standard Siemens accessory mounting points on panel enclosures) and glue-on mounting using the included industrial adhesive pad. The adhesive option is rated for clean, smooth surfaces — ideal for retrofitting a pen holder onto an existing panel without modifying the enclosure.

Does switching between capacitive and resistive mode require tools?

No tools required. The caps unscrew by hand — simply twist off the resistive cap and thread on a capacitive one. The pen body includes a storage compartment for the unused cap, so it stays with the pen rather than getting lost in the cabinet.