AUO G0-50VTN01.1: High-Brightness WVGA Display for Demanding Industrial Environments
Content last revised on October 9, 2025.
The AUO G050VTN01.1 is a 5.0-inch a-Si TFT-LCD module engineered for exceptional visual performance and robustness in challenging operational conditions. This display delivers a high-luminance, wide-temperature solution critical for industrial HMIs, outdoor terminals, and portable diagnostic equipment where clarity and reliability are non-negotiable. Its combination of a powerful backlight and durable construction ensures consistent readability and longevity. For systems requiring uncompromised visibility in high ambient light, the G050VTN01.1's 1000-nit brightness offers a distinct engineering advantage.
Key Parameter Overview
Defining the Display's Core Capabilities
The technical specifications of the G050VTN01.1 underscore its suitability for industrial-grade applications. The parameters are grouped by function to provide a clear overview for system integration and design evaluation.
| Optical Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 5.0 inch |
| Resolution | 800(RGB) x 480 (WVGA) |
| Brightness | 1000 cd/m² (Typ.) |
| Contrast Ratio | 600:1 (Typ.) |
| Viewing Angle (L/R/U/D) | 75/75/65/75 (Typ.) (CR≥10) |
| Display Colors | 16.2M (6-bit + FRC) |
| Surface Treatment | Antiglare, Hard Coating (3H) |
| Electrical & Mechanical Specifications | |
| Signal Interface | TTL (1 ch, 8-bit) |
| Supply Voltage | 3.3V (Typ.) |
| Backlight System | WLED (Edge light type) |
| Backlight Lifetime | 40,000 hours (Typ.) |
| Outline Dimensions (W x H x D) | 119.33 x 79.18 x 8.0 mm |
| Active Area (W x H) | 108.0 x 64.8 mm |
| Environmental Ratings | |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -30°C to +80°C |
Download the G050VTN01.1 datasheet for detailed specifications and performance curves.
Application Scenarios & Value
System-Level Benefits in High-Ambient-Light and Variable-Temperature Applications
With its 1000 cd/m² brightness, the G050VTN01.1 directly addresses the critical engineering challenge of creating a truly sunlight readable display. This level of luminance is essential for outdoor applications where direct sun exposure can render standard displays unusable. Imagine a control panel on agricultural equipment or a payment kiosk at a gas station; in these scenarios, the G050VTN01.1 ensures that critical data remains sharp and legible, enhancing operator efficiency and safety.
The display's wide operating temperature range (-20°C to +70°C) provides the necessary resilience for deployment in environments without climate control. This specification is crucial for devices intended for use in vehicles, unheated warehouses, or outdoor enclosures that experience significant temperature fluctuations. The robust design mitigates the risk of performance degradation or failure, contributing to a lower total cost of ownership compared to less durable, consumer-grade alternatives. For designs that may require a slightly larger active area with similar environmental robustness, the related G057VN01.1 offers a 5.7-inch diagonal alternative.
Frequently Asked Questions
Engineering-Focused Inquiries
What is the direct engineering benefit of the 1000 cd/m² brightness?
A brightness of 1000 cd/m² (or nits) ensures the display has a high enough luminance to overcome bright ambient light, including direct sunlight. This is achieved by creating a strong contrast between the display's light output and the reflected ambient light. For an engineer, this specification means less reliance on bulky and power-consuming hoods or shields, allowing for more streamlined and compact final product designs for outdoor Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems.
How does the -20°C to +70°C operating temperature range impact system reliability?
This wide temperature range ensures the liquid crystal fluid maintains its proper viscosity and the electronic components operate within their specified limits across diverse thermal conditions. At the low end (-20°C), it prevents the display response time from becoming excessively slow. At the high end (+70°C), it avoids the liquid crystal from entering an isotropic state, which would cause the screen to go black. This built-in tolerance simplifies thermal management design and expands the viable geographic and application scope for the end product.
Technical Deep Dive
Engineering for Clarity and Durability
The performance of the G050VTN01.1 is rooted in its thoughtful component integration. The WLED backlight system, arranged in an edge-lit configuration, is the engine behind its 1000-nit luminance. This design provides high-intensity, uniform illumination across the 800x480 pixel array. Think of the contrast ratio (600:1) as the display's ability to show deep blacks next to bright whites. A higher ratio means more "steps" of gray between the two extremes, resulting in a more detailed and vibrant image, which is crucial for interpreting complex graphical data on a process control screen. Furthermore, the antiglare surface treatment acts like a diffuser for incident light, scattering reflections that would otherwise cause distracting specular highlights and obscure the screen's content. This combination of high brightness, solid contrast, and an effective antiglare coating is what produces a truly readable screen in real-world, uncontrolled lighting conditions.
For engineering teams evaluating this display, we invite you to request a datasheet or quote to further assess its integration into your upcoming project designs.
