## NEC NL8060BC26-35BD | High-Brightness Industrial TFT-LCD with Integrated Touch
The NEC NL8060BC26-35BD is a purpose-built 10.4-inch SVGA industrial TFT-LCD engineered for applications where visual clarity, reliability, and integrated functionality are non-negotiable. This display isn't just a component; it's a foundational element for building robust and user-friendly Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) that can withstand the rigors of demanding operational environments. Its combination of high brightness, an integrated resistive touch panel, and NEC's legacy of industrial-grade manufacturing makes it a premier choice for system integrators and design engineers.
### Key Performance Highlights
* **Exceptional Image Clarity:** Delivers crisp, stable visuals with its 800x600 SVGA resolution and a high contrast ratio of 300:1, ensuring that critical data and GUIs are rendered with precision.
* **High-Brightness Readability:** Equipped with a 400 cd/m² backlight and advanced low-reflection screen technology, it maintains excellent legibility in brightly lit factory floors, control rooms, and other challenging ambient light conditions.
* **Robust Industrial Design:** Built to perform reliably across a wide operating temperature range of -10°C to +70°C, making it suitable for unconditioned environments from cold-start factory floors to heat-intensive control cabinets.
* **Integrated Touch Functionality:** Features a pre-integrated analog resistive touch panel, which simplifies the design and assembly process for interactive HMIs and ensures reliable input from gloved hands or styluses.
### Key Parameters Overview
This table provides a quick reference for the core specifications of the NL8060BC26-35BD. For a comprehensive list of electrical and optical characteristics, you can download the NL8060BC26 series datasheet for detailed analysis.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | NEC |
| Model | NL8060BC26-35BD |
| Screen Size | 10.4 inch |
| Resolution | 800(RGB)×600, SVGA |
| Display Technology | a-Si TFT-LCD, Transmissive |
| Brightness | 400 cd/m² (Typical) |
| Contrast Ratio | 300:1 (Typical) |
| Viewing Angle | 45/45/20/40 (L/R/U/D) |
| Interface Type | CMOS (1 ch, 6-bit) |
| Backlight | CCFL with Integrated Inverter |
| Touch Panel | 4-wire Analog Resistive |
| Operating Temperature | -10 ~ 70 °C |
### Application Scenarios & Engineering Value
The specific feature set of the NEC NL8060BC26-35BD provides tangible advantages across a spectrum of industrial applications. Its value is not just in its specifications, but in how those specifications solve real-world engineering challenges.
* **Industrial Automation & Process Control:** In a factory setting, operators often wear gloves. The resistive touch panel on the NL8060BC26-35BD guarantees flawless operation, unlike many capacitive screens. Its high brightness cuts through the glare of overhead industrial lighting, reducing operator error and improving efficiency.
* **Medical Diagnostic Equipment:** For devices like patient monitors or diagnostic machines, data accuracy is paramount. The display's stable SVGA resolution and good contrast ratio ensure that vital signs and images are displayed clearly and without distortion, aiding in accurate clinical assessment.
* **Test and Measurement Instruments:** The robust build and wide temperature tolerance mean this display can be integrated into portable or benchtop instruments used in field service or on production lines. Its long-life CCFL backlight ensures consistent performance over years of service, protecting the long-term value of the instrument. For a deeper understanding of designing durable systems, explore our guide on engineering for extremes in heavy machinery.
### Engineer's FAQ for the NL8060BC26-35BD
Our engineers frequently encounter the following questions from design teams considering this display.
**1. What are the main advantages of the integrated resistive touch panel?**
The primary advantage is system simplification and reliability in industrial contexts. By integrating the touch panel, NEC removes the need for sourcing and aligning a separate component, reducing assembly time and potential points of failure. Furthermore, resistive technology is actuated by pressure, making it immune to false triggers from moisture and fully compatible with any type of glove or stylus—a critical requirement for many industrial HMIs designed for gloved hands.
**2. How does the CCFL backlight compare to modern LED backlights?**
While LED backlights are now common, the CCFL technology in the NL8060BC26-35BD was selected for its proven stability, long operational life, and excellent color gamut for its time. It provides a very even and consistent illumination across the screen. This display also includes an integrated inverter, which simplifies the power supply design for the high voltage required by the CCFL, saving valuable engineering time.
**3. Is this display a drop-in replacement for older 10.4" SVGA panels?**
The NEC NL8060BC26-35BD uses a standard 10.4" form factor and SVGA resolution, making it a strong candidate for upgrading or replacing legacy panels in existing designs. However, engineers must always verify the mounting hole patterns, connector types, and pinouts of the CMOS interface against their existing system. If you are uncertain about compatibility or need guidance on integrating this display, please contact our technical team for expert support.
