Fujitsu FLC38XGC6V-06T | Rugged 3.8-inch Color Plasma Display for Extreme Environments
In a world dominated by TFT-LCDs, the Fujitsu FLC38XGC6V-06T stands as a testament to purpose-built engineering for applications where failure is not an option. This is not your standard liquid crystal display; it is a 3.8-inch color Plasma Display Panel (PDP) module, designed from the ground up for exceptional visual performance and unwavering reliability in the most challenging industrial and instrumentation contexts.
- Unmatched Visual Clarity: Experience true blacks and a brilliant 150 cd/m² brightness, delivering a 100:1 contrast ratio that remains consistent from any angle.
- Extreme Temperature Resilience: With an operating range of -20°C to +70°C, the FLC38XGC6V-06T provides stable, dependable performance where many conventional LCDs would falter.
- Superior Viewing Angle: Its self-emissive technology enables a phenomenal viewing cone of over 160 degrees, ensuring readability for multiple operators or from off-axis positions.
- Built for Longevity: Ideal for long-life cycle equipment and as a direct replacement for aging displays in critical systems.
Technical Deep Dive: The Power of Self-Emissive Plasma
Unlike backlit industrial LCD displays that filter light, the Fujitsu FLC38XGC6V-06T utilizes a self-emissive plasma architecture. Each of the 128x64 dots is a microscopic, gas-filled cell. When energized, this gas turns into a plasma and emits its own light. This fundamental difference is the source of its key engineering advantages.
First, it achieves a superior Contrast Ratio. When a pixel is "off," it emits no light whatsoever, resulting in a true, deep black. This is critical in applications like medical monitoring or industrial control panels in dimly lit environments, where differentiating between an active and inactive state must be immediate and unambiguous. Second, because light is generated and emitted directly from the pixel surface, the display offers an exceptionally wide Viewing Angle. There is no off-axis color inversion or contrast degradation, a common limitation in many TN-based TFTs. This ensures that critical data is accurately perceived regardless of the operator's position.
Application Scenarios & Engineering Value
The FLC38XGC6V-06T is not a general-purpose display; it is a specialist component solving specific engineering problems. Its value is most evident in the following areas:
- Legacy System Sustainment: Many high-value industrial machines, avionics systems, and specialized test equipment were designed with plasma displays. The FLC38XGC6V-06T serves as a reliable, form-fit-function replacement, extending the operational life of critical assets without the need for costly and complex system redesign.
- Industrial Control & Process Monitoring: In factory automation, process control, and power generation, information must be readable at a glance from various distances and angles. The high-contrast, wide-angle visibility of this PDP ensures that operators on the plant floor can monitor status, alerts, and values without being directly in front of the panel.
- Specialized Instrumentation: For rack-mounted scientific or network analysis equipment, the display is often viewed from above or the side. The FLC38XGC6V-06T guarantees that readings remain clear and accurate, preventing misinterpretation of data. Its robustness is a key factor in engineering for extreme environments.
Key Technical Specifications
The following table provides a high-level overview of the FLC38XGC6V-06T's performance characteristics. For complete design-in details, power requirements, and interface timing, please refer to the official product datasheet.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Display Technology | Color AC-Type Plasma Display Panel (PDP) |
| Screen Size | 3.8 inches (Diagonal) |
| Resolution | 128 x 64 Dots |
| Available Colors | 8 Colors (R, G, B, C, M, Y, W, K) |
| Brightness | 150 cd/m² (Typical) |
| Contrast Ratio | 100:1 (Typical) |
| Viewing Angle | > 160° (Horizontal & Vertical) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -20°C to +70°C |
| Storage Temperature Range | -40°C to +85°C |
| Data Interface | 4-bit Parallel |
For detailed electrical and timing diagrams, download the FLC38XGC6V-06T datasheet here.
Frequently Asked Questions for Engineers
Why choose this plasma display over a modern color TFT-LCD?
While modern TFTs offer higher resolution and more colors, the FLC38XGC6V-06T excels in specific, critical performance metrics. It is the superior choice when your application demands an extremely wide, distortion-free viewing angle, a wider industrial temperature range, and faster pixel response time than what is available from comparably sized TN or even some IPS TFTs. Furthermore, it is often the only viable path for repairing and maintaining legacy systems without a complete HMI redesign.
What are the power supply and drive considerations for this PDP module?
Integrating a plasma display differs from a typical LCD. The FLC38XGC6V-06T requires multiple voltage rails for its logic and high-voltage panel drivers. This includes a logic supply (Vcc) and separate, higher voltage supplies for the plasma sustain and addressing circuits. Careful attention must be paid to power-on and power-off sequencing as detailed in the datasheet to ensure module longevity and prevent damage. For integration support, feel free to contact our technical team.
