EL4836LP | 4.8-inch High-Resolution TFT LCD for Demanding HMI Applications
The EL4836LP is a state-of-the-art 4.8-inch TFT-LCD module engineered for applications demanding superior visual clarity and a modern user interface. By delivering a sharp 360x640 pixel resolution in a compact, portrait-oriented form factor, this display empowers designers to move beyond legacy interfaces and create rich, intuitive graphical experiences for next-generation industrial and commercial devices.
Product Highlights: Engineering for Visual Excellence
The EL4836LP is not just another screen; it's a core component designed to enhance human-machine interaction. Its value is rooted in a combination of carefully balanced features:
- High Pixel Density: With a 360x640 resolution packed into a 4.8-inch diagonal, the display offers exceptional sharpness, rendering crisp text and detailed graphics without pixelation.
- Versatile Dual Interface: It incorporates both a 3-wire SPI and a 24-bit RGB interface, giving engineers crucial flexibility in system architecture design—optimizing for either low pin count or high-speed video performance.
- Superior Viewing Angles: Leveraging technology similar to IPS (In-Plane Switching), the EL4836LP provides a full-viewing-angle experience, ensuring color and contrast remain consistent regardless of the user's perspective. This is critical for devices used in dynamic environments.
- Integrated Driver IC: The onboard ST7701S driver is a well-documented and robust solution, simplifying the development process and accelerating time-to-market.
Technical Deep Dive: Interface and Resolution
The Strategic Advantage of a High-Resolution Portrait Display
The native 360x640 portrait orientation of the EL4836LP is a deliberate design choice that aligns with the ergonomics of modern handheld and panel-mount devices. This form factor is ideal for vertically scrolling menus, detailed data logs, and instrument readouts, allowing more information to be displayed without requiring user input. For engineers developing HMIs, this translates directly into a more efficient and less frustrating user experience. The high pixel density ensures that even small fonts and complex icons, common in advanced GUIs, are rendered with absolute clarity, a key requirement for reducing operator error in critical applications.
Dual-Interface Flexibility: RGB for Speed, SPI for Simplicity
The integration of both RGB and SPI interfaces on the EL4836LP is a significant engineering advantage. The 24-bit parallel RGB interface is the workhorse for high-frame-rate content, enabling smooth animations, video playback, and responsive graphical user interfaces directly from a powerful host processor. In contrast, the 3-wire SPI interface provides a low-pin-count alternative, perfect for microcontroller-based systems where I/O is at a premium. It can be used for initial device configuration, displaying static screens, or performing simple updates, thereby reducing hardware complexity and cost.
Key Parameters for the EL4836LP
The following table outlines the core specifications for system integration. For comprehensive electrical and optical characteristics, Download the EL4836LP Datasheet.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Display Size | 4.8 Inch |
| Resolution | 360 (RGB) x 640 Pixels |
| Interface Type | 3-wire SPI + 24-bit RGB |
| Viewing Direction | ALL (Full Viewing Angle) |
| Driver IC | ST7701S |
| Module Dimensions (W x H x T) | 60.76 x 113.80 x 2.40 mm |
| Active Area (W x H) | 59.94 x 106.56 mm |
| Luminance (Brightness) | 350 cd/m² (Typical) |
Application Scenarios & Value Proposition
The unique feature set of the EL4836LP makes it an ideal choice for a variety of demanding fields where clarity and reliability are paramount.
- Handheld Industrial Testers: The compact, portrait form factor is perfect for portable diagnostic equipment. Its high resolution ensures that complex schematics, measurement data, and waveforms are displayed clearly.
- Medical Devices: In patient monitors or portable diagnostic tools, the full viewing angle and crisp display guarantee that vital information is readable from any position, a critical safety feature.
- Smart Building Controls: The modern aesthetic and detailed GUI capability make it perfect for elevator control panels, advanced thermostats, and access control systems, elevating the user experience.
- Specialized Appliance HMIs: For high-end coffee machines, laboratory equipment, or professional audio gear, the EL4836LP provides a premium interface that reflects the quality of the underlying product.
By choosing the right components, you can significantly shorten design cycles and improve final product quality. If your project requires high-resolution industrial LCD displays, the EL4836LP offers a compelling and technologically advanced solution. For integration support or to discuss volume pricing, contact our technical team.
