Kyocera KCS104VG2HB-A20 | High-Brightness Industrial LCD for Demanding Environments
The Kyocera KCS104VG2HB-A20 is a premier 10.4-inch VGA industrial LCD module engineered for exceptional visual performance and rugged reliability. Designed specifically for the stringent demands of industrial automation, medical instrumentation, and marine systems, this display delivers unwavering clarity and operational stability where standard displays fail. Its combination of high brightness, an extensive temperature range, and Kyocera's long-term supply commitment makes the KCS104VG2HB-A20 a trusted solution for mission-critical applications.
Engineering for Clarity and Durability
The true value of the Kyocera KCS104VG2HB-A20 lies in its core engineering, which directly addresses common pain points in industrial HMI design.
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Advanced High-Brightness Backlight
Technical Principle: The display incorporates a highly efficient, long-life WLED backlight system, delivering a typical luminance of 400 cd/m². This system is optimized not just for brightness but also for thermal management and longevity, ensuring a 50,000-hour rated lifespan.
Application Value: This superior brightness ensures outstanding readability in high ambient light environments, such as brightly lit factory floors or control rooms. For operators, this means reduced eye strain and a lower risk of misreading critical data, directly improving safety and productivity. The efficiency of the high brightness LCD backlight also minimizes heat output, simplifying thermal design in enclosed systems.
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Wide Operating Temperature Resilience
Technical Principle: By utilizing specialized wide temperature liquid crystal formulations and industrial-grade electronic components, the KCS104VG2HB-A20 operates flawlessly across a -20°C to +70°C range.
Application Value: This robustness eliminates the need for external heating or cooling systems in many applications, from outdoor kiosks in moderate climates to unheated warehouses and vehicle cabins. This significantly reduces system complexity, BOM cost, and potential points of failure, leading to a more reliable and cost-effective end product.
Proven Performance Across Diverse Industrial Fields
The versatility of the KCS104VG2HB-A20 allows it to excel in a variety of challenging sectors:
- Industrial Automation & HMI: Its robust construction withstands the shock and vibration of factory environments, while the anti-glare surface and high brightness ensure that process parameters and alerts are always clearly visible to operators on the plant floor.
- Medical Diagnostic Equipment: In patient monitors, ventilators, and analysis machines, consistent and accurate image reproduction is critical. This display provides the stable, high-contrast visuals necessary for confident medical assessment.
- Test and Measurement Instruments: For portable or benchtop analyzers used in both lab and field settings, the KCS104VG2HB-A20 provides a reliable, clear interface that performs consistently regardless of the operating environment.
- Marine Navigation Systems: The display’s wide viewing angles ensure that critical navigation data on a ship’s bridge is legible from multiple positions, enhancing situational awareness and safety at sea.
Kyocera KCS104VG2HB-A20 at a Glance
| Parameter | Value |
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| Screen Size | 10.4 inches |
| Resolution | 640(RGB)×480 [VGA] |
| Brightness | 400 cd/m² (Typ.) |
| Contrast Ratio | 500:1 (Typ.) |
| Operating Temperature | -20 ~ 70 °C |
| Signal Interface | LVDS (1 ch, 6-bit), 20 pins Connector |
| Backlight Lifetime | 50,000 Hours (Typ.) |
For complete specifications, download the official datasheet: KCS104VG2HB-A20 Datasheet
The Enduring Value of VGA in Modern Industrial Design
In an era dominated by high-resolution displays, the 640x480 VGA format of the Kyocera KCS104VG2HB-A20 retains significant strategic value. It ensures seamless backward compatibility with a vast installed base of industrial controllers, PLCs, and single-board computers, allowing for system upgrades without costly hardware and software redevelopment. For many data-centric HMI applications, VGA provides the perfect balance of clarity and efficiency, delivering the necessary information without the processing overhead of HD displays. This leads to more stable, responsive, and cost-effective system architectures.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is this display suitable for direct sunlight applications?The KCS104VG2HB-A20 is considered "sunlight viewable," performing exceptionally well in high ambient light and shaded outdoor conditions. For applications in direct, prolonged sunlight, a display with higher brightness (1000+ nits) or optical bonding is recommended.
- What is the typical product lifecycle for this model?Kyocera is renowned for its long-term supply commitment to the industrial market. This display is part of a long-lifecycle program, ensuring stable availability for production and service for years to come. For the most current lead time information, please Contact Us for a Quote.
- Can this display be delivered with an integrated touch screen?Absolutely. The KCS104VG2HB-A20 is a popular choice for touch integration. We can provide this display as a complete assembly with a compatible industrial-grade resistive or projected capacitive (PCAP) touch panel and controller.
