You’ve picked a resolution and a size. Now your BOM review has two open questions that always seem to show up together: do we need touch, and do we need to fight sunlight? Both feel like “nice to haves” until a field test in July proves otherwise, and both change your unit cost, your power […]

When selecting a display for your next product or project, choosing the right LCD technology can make or break user experience. One of the most important technologies to consider is IPS (In-Plane Switching). Known for its excellent color accuracy, wide viewing angles, and consistent image quality, IPS has become the standard in many consumer, industrial, […]

An engineering guide for OEM designers integrating a full-color graphical display into industrial control panels, measurement equipment, and process instrumentation. Covers HMI color UI design, SSD2119 interface options, single-supply power architecture, wide operating temperature, integration path selection, and long-term part lifecycle management under IEC 61010 conditions. Section 01 — Scope and Background When a Graphic LCD […]

An engineering guide for OEM designers evaluating graphic LCD modules for industrial control panels and measurement equipment operating under IEC 61010 conditions. Covers FSTN optics, wide operating temperature, EMI hardening, firmware integration, and long-term part availability. Section 01 — Scope and Background Why the Display Module Is a Critical Component in Industrial Control Panels Engineers designing […]

Whether you’re evaluating display modules for a prototype or qualifying components for a production run, this analysis covers what you need to know. Both the Matrix Orbital BGK19264A-BK and the Crystalfontz CFA835 Series are established 5.25″ bay-compatible graphic LCDs with strong feature sets, but they diverge meaningfully in resolution, interface flexibility, and long-term scalability. 1. […]

If you’ve been researching low-power display technology, you’ve probably seen both terms used interchangeably. Here’s what they actually mean — and why the distinction matters when you’re speccing a display for your project. Q1What is ePaper? ePaper (electronic paper) is a broad category of display technology that mimics the appearance of ink on paper. Rather […]

When it comes to purchasing a new display, whether for a smartphone, computer monitor, or any type of screen, the technical specifications can often be overwhelming. TFT LCD displays have become ubiquitous in our daily lives, offering vibrant visuals and crisp images. However, understanding the various specifications associated with TFT LCD displays is crucial to […]

Whether you’re a veteran STEM teacher or just beginning to integrate electronics into your curriculum, teaching students how microcontrollers and LCDs work together is a great gateway into the world of embedded systems. In this lesson, we’ll walk through a beginner-friendly project that brings characters to life on a 16×2 character LCD using an Arduino-compatible […]

The Dallas One-Wire Temperature Sensor, commonly represented by models like the DS18B20, is a small but powerful device that has revolutionized the way we measure temperature digitally. Combining simplicity, accuracy, and versatility, this sensor has become a staple in a variety of industries and DIY projects. A Brief History The Dallas Semiconductor Corporation, later acquired […]

The CFA735 and CFA835 product lines have the option to store images on the display. Image from Computer. Open the photo in Paint I am going to just use a simple TESTING text in paint to demonstrate how to convert and show on your display. Sending the Photo to the Display Viewing the Photo on […]

For many engineers, the leap from basic character displays to a full-color Graphical UserInterface (GUI) feels like a daunting hardware hurdle. When the FS-3 Formula SAE team began designing their 2025 car, they hit a common roadblock:How to drive a high-resolution 5” display without overhauling their existing STM32-based architecture. The solution wasn’t just in the […]