The displays of industrial machines are extremely durable and can adapt to harsh working conditions. The general application areas of industrial displays include industrial automation, medical equipment, military equipment, parameter meters, HMI (human-machine interface) control systems, coffee machines and other HORECA devices, smart homes, vending machines, electric vehicle chargers (EV chargers), etc. Therefore, industrial displays can be seen everywhere in our lives.
What to consider when choosing a monitor?
The demands on industrial displays are very high, and the requirements for their reliability are even higher. This is to ensure high image quality, long-term reliability and withstand harsh operating conditions. The following are the key aspects that should be considered when selecting a display.
Industry norms and regulations
Ensure the monitor meets safety and industry standards to withstand extreme conditions such as strong electromagnetic interference, vibration, pollution and extreme temperatures. This ensures safe and effective use in any industrial environment.
Long working hours
Production plants often operate in two or even three shifts. This means that the equipment used there often has to run continuously, almost 24/7. This requires high reliability and a long lifespan in the backlight. Therefore, choose technology that does not require frequent replacement or repair.
Connectivity options
Today, industrial machines must adapt to the latest technological solutions on the market. Only in this way can work be done faster and more efficiently. Therefore, displays should be able to integrate with industrial networks using Ethernet, WiFi, CAN, RS485, etc. Only in this way can they ensure smooth communication and data exchange between the various elements of the system.
Long-term supply of spare parts
Downtime due to the inability to repair or replace a display can be disastrous for any industrial entrepreneur. To avoid this, choose only manufacturers that offer up to 15 years of support. This is the only way to ensure the continuous operation of critical machines.
Display technologies - which technologies should be chosen in the industrial sector?
Now that we know where industrial displays are used and what the requirements are for these occasions, it’s time to answer the question: Which type of display to choose? After all, not every technology can cope with such difficult conditions. Among the available options, TFT LCD displays dominate for the following reasons:
Versatility, excellent image quality, high temperature resistance, durability and longer operating time – these characteristics make TFT LCD technology the first choice for a wide range of industrial applications. Thanks to continuous technological innovations, LCD TFT displays have better resolution, faster response time and better viewing angles, making them even more attractive in advanced applications.
1.44 inch color display / 128x128 square full color TFT / ST7735S controller
? Model: TFT-H014A1QQTST5N26
? Type: TFT square display
? Display pixels: 128x128
? Dimensions (mm): 29.5x36.5x2.55
? Display inches: 1.44"
? AA size (mm): 25.498x26.496
? Application: handheld electronic devices, wearable devices
? Viewing angle: 12:00 (U70/D60/L70/R70)
? Backlight/brightness: 500cd/m2
? Pin: FPC-26 pin
? Interface: MCU 8 bit compatible with SPI 3L/4L
? Special instructions: Anti-static ESD 8KV
? Operating temperature: -20~70℃
? Supply voltage: 2.8V
? Driver chip: ST7735S
2.4 inch TFT LCD module display / IPS full viewing angle color screen / 240x320 resolution / MIPI interface / JD9852 controller / Android / RK
? Model: TFT-H024A9QVIFT8N20
? Type: TFT standard display
? Display pixels: 240x320
? Dimensions (mm): 45.52x59.86x2.2
? Display inches: 2.4"
? AA size (mm): 36.72x48.96
? Application: industrial control systems, handheld electronic devices,
? Viewing angle: IPS full viewing angle
? Backlight/brightness: 800cd/m2
? Pin: FPC-20 pin
? Interface mode: MIPI_1L
? Special instructions: Anti-static ESD 8KV
? Operating temperature: -20~70℃
? Supply voltage: 2.8V
? Driver chip: JD9852
5.5-inch capacitive touch TFT/720X1280 resolution color display/IPS full viewing angle/NV3051F controller/high brightness capacitive touch TFT/MIPI interface
? Model: TFT-H055A61HDINVKC30
? Type: TFT LCD display
? Display content: 720X1280
? Display inches: 5.5"
? Dimensions (mm): 76.0x140x0.7
? AA size (mm): 68.04x120.96
? Product application: technical equipment, office equipment, access control
? Viewing angle: IPS full viewing angle
? Backlight type or brightness: white backlight 1000cd/M2
? Connection method PIN number: FPC-50pin
? Interface method: MIPI 4L
? Special instructions: Anti-static ESD 8KV
? Operating temperature: -20~70℃
? Supply voltage: TP-VDD=3.3V, VIN=5.0V(Typ)
? Driver chip: NV3051F<TFT>, GT911<CTP>
7.0 inch TFT LCD display 800x480 dot matrix TTL interface wide viewing angle compatible with STM32 optional touch screen
? Model: TFT-H070A3SVTFT3N40
? Type: TFT display
? Display pixels: 800x480 dot matrix
? Dimensions (mm): 164.9x100.0x3.5
? Display inches: 7.0"
? Effective size (mm): 153.84x85.632
? Application: STM32/RK series
? Viewing angle: TN/Normally White
? Brightness: 350cd/m2
? Pin: FPC-40PIN
? Interface: 24-bit TTL
? Special reminder: Anti-static ESD 8KV
? Operating temperature: -20~70℃
? Power supply voltage: 3.3V
? Driver chip: EK9716BD4+EK73002AB2
4.3 inch 800x480 dot matrix smart serial port screen TFT LCD display module URAT resistive touch screen HMI IPS sunlight readable compatible with Raspberry Pi
? Model: HTM-H043A10-A5-UART-RTP
? Type: UART intelligent serial port screen module
? Display content: 800x480
? Display inches: 4.3”
? Dimensions (mm): 122.5x73.2x7.9
? VA size (mm): 105.50x68.2
? AA size (mm): 95.04x53.86
? Product application: industrial computer
? Viewing angle: IPS (U80/D80/R80/L80)
? Backlight type or brightness: 500cd/M2
? Connection method PIN number: 10pin
? Interface method: UART/RS232
? Special instructions: with resistive touch screen
? Working temperature: -20~70℃
? Supply voltage: +5V
OLED顯示屏
Although OLED technology has high contrast and accurate color reproduction, its industrial use is limited, mainly due to its higher price and small size. OLED displays are more suitable for specific applications where these features are critical. On the other hand, monochrome LCM LCD displays are more used to display simple messages and are not currently considered a solution for advanced HMIs.
128x64 dot matrix OLED/2.42 inch green graphic OLED module/monochrome OLED display/SSD1309 controller/SPI
? Model: HTM-OLED2.42-SPI-G
? Size: 2.42 inches diagonal
? Display format: 128x64 pixels
? Display type: Graphic OLED module
? Display color: Monochrome green
? Dimensions (mm): 72x43x7.02
? VA (mm): 57x29.49
? AA (mm): 55.01x27.49
? Supply voltage: 3.3V
? Interface: SPI
? Backlight brightness: 90cd/m2
? Compatibility: Arduino
? Controller model: SSD1309
? Operating temperature: -40°C ~ 80°C
? Storage temperature: -40°C ~ 90°C
0.66" 64x48 White Graphic OLED Monochrome Display SSD1315
? Model: OLED-H066-SPI-W
? Size: 0.66 inches diagonal
? Display format: 64x48 pixels
? Display type: Graphic OLED
? Display color: Monochrome white
? Dimensions (mm): 16.42x16.9x1.25
? AA (mm): 13.42x10.06
? Supply voltage: 3.3V
? Backlight brightness: 190cd/m2
? Interface: 8-bit 8080 parallel, 4-wire SPI, I2C
? Compatibility: Arduino and similar development boards
? Controller type: SSD1315
? Operating temperature: -40°C ~ 85°C
? Storage temperature: -40°C ~ 85°C
Now you know that when choosing a display for industrial equipment, you must first consider its reliability, durability, and resistance to harsh conditions. So, what parameters should a display meet in order to operate for many years? You can contact us to learn more!
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