NEC NL12876AC18-03D | Mission-Critical 10.6" WXGA Display for Avionics & Demanding Environments
Engineered for Uncompromising Clarity and Reliability
The NEC NL12876AC18-03D is not a standard commercial display. It is a purpose-built 10.6-inch TFT-LCD engineered for applications where failure is not an option. Designed by NEC, a legacy name in industrial displays, this panel delivers the specific performance characteristics required for avionics, marine systems, and high-stakes industrial HMIs. Its combination of specialized features ensures operational integrity in the most challenging visual and environmental conditions.
- WXGA (1280x768) Resolution: Provides exceptional detail and clarity for complex graphical data, maps, and instrumentation on a compact 10.6" screen.
- NVIS Compatibility: Engineered with a specialized backlight spectrum, making it fully compatible with Night Vision Imaging Systems used in military and aerospace cockpits.
- Superior Color Fidelity: Achieves a 72% NTSC color gamut, ensuring rich, accurate, and differentiable color reproduction for critical status indicators and cartography.
- Extreme Temperature Operation: A robust operational range of -20°C to +70°C guarantees reliable performance from cold-soak startup to high-heat environments.
Key Technical Specifications
For engineers and system integrators, the specifications of the NL12876AC18-03D confirm its suitability for high-performance systems. This is an ideal component for long-lifecycle designs requiring consistent supply and performance.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | NEC (Now part of Tianma) |
| Model Number | NL12876AC18-03D |
| Screen Size | 10.6 inches |
| Resolution | 1280(RGB)×768 [WXGA] |
| Technology | a-Si TFT-LCD, SFT (Super Fine TFT) |
| Brightness | 200 cd/m² (Typ.) |
| Contrast Ratio | 600:1 (Typ.) |
| Viewing Angle | 80/80/80/80 (Typ.)(CR≥10) |
| Interface | LVDS (1 ch, 8-bit) |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -30°C to 80°C |
Technical Deep-Dive: Beyond the Spec Sheet
The true value of the NEC NL12876AC18-03D lies in the engineering behind its specifications. The use of Super Fine TFT (SFT) technology, NEC's proprietary version of IPS (In-Plane Switching), is fundamental. It prevents the off-axis color and gamma shift common in standard TN panels, ensuring that pilots, captains, or operators see the same accurate information regardless of their viewing position. This is a non-negotiable requirement for multi-crew environments like cockpits and naval bridges. Furthermore, the integrated NVIS-compatible LED driver is a critical design feature, simplifying integration into military-grade systems and reducing the need for complex and costly external filtering solutions.
Application Focus: Where Performance is Paramount
The unique feature set of the NL12876AC18-03D makes it the first choice for several mission-critical sectors:
- Avionics: Perfectly suited for Multi-Function Displays (MFDs), Primary Flight Displays (PFDs), and Electronic Flight Bags (EFBs). Its NVIS compatibility and resistance to extreme temperatures and vibration are key design wins.
- Marine Systems: The excellent viewing angles and solid contrast ratio are ideal for bridge control systems, sonar, and navigation displays, where readability in variable ambient light is crucial for safety. For more on this, see our guide to engineering reliable marine displays.
- Specialized Industrial & Medical HMIs: In high-end diagnostic equipment or process control for sensitive manufacturing, the display's color accuracy and reliability ensure that operators can make correct, data-driven decisions.
Understanding the nuances of TFT-LCD technology is key to appreciating why a specialized display like this is a superior investment over a consumer-grade alternative for any serious industrial application.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is the primary advantage of SFT (Super Fine TFT) technology?A: The primary advantage is viewing angle stability. SFT, much like IPS, maintains consistent color and contrast even at wide viewing angles. This is critical in environments where an operator may not be directly in front of the screen, preventing potentially dangerous misinterpretation of data due to color distortion.
Q: Why use a WXGA (1280x768) resolution instead of Full HD?A: For a 10.6-inch display, WXGA offers an excellent pixel density that results in sharp text and graphics without placing excessive demands on the system's video processing hardware. In certified systems like avionics, using a proven, less resource-intensive resolution enhances overall system stability and reliability.
For detailed design-in support or to discuss how the NL12876AC18-03D can be integrated into your next project, please contact our technical team.
