Thursday, 3 January 2013

Cutting-Edge Custom LCD Modules from Microtips Technology

When it comes to design you should have full say on how your product looks. At Microtips Technology we understand your needs and that is why we offer semi and full custom LCD modules.  We know that sometimes you need a custom LCD because you are replacing an end of life display or it might just be a personal preference.

At Microtips Technology we offer customization on all of our LCD modules. When dealing with our custom TFT modules we can offer custom screen printing, touch panels, cover glass and pin outs. However, if you choose one of our character LCDs our options increase.

When placing an order for your custom characterLCD you get choose what type of backlight you want in you display. Choosing from a LED, CCFL or EL backlight will can make a big difference in the power consumption and lifetime of your display. In addition, we provide popular LCD technology types, which include TN, STN, FSTN, FFSTN, VLCD, OLED, Paper White, Chip on Glass (COG), Chip on Board (COB), and Chip on Flex (COF).



Many of our character LCDs are also available with optional integrated resistive touch panels. Other options include custom temperature ratings. You can either select a normal standard temperature rating or you can upgrade to a high or automotive option, all of these options can have heaters added on..

Like we stated before, sometimes you may decide to purchase a custom LCD display because your previous display may have been discontinued. In this case when purchasing character LCDs we give you color options for backgrounds and backlights. With colors ranging from grey, yellow-green, red, blue, amber and white, it is easier to get something that matches your old design.

At Microtips Technology we understand your needs of just not having a display that looks good but also operates up to your standards. For more of our customization options and all the displays we offer, please log on to www.microtipsusa.com.

Sunday, 7 October 2012

The Truth about Capacitive Touch Screens- Everything you need to know before you make your next purchase

Before I get into the facts about why your next liquid crystal display must have a capacitive touch screen, let me give you a brief history lesson on these screens. 

Capacitive touch screens date back to somewhere around 1965-1967, invented by E.A. Johnson from the Royal Radar Establishment, Malvern, UK. Most historians consider capacitive touch screens to be the first type of touch screens developed. However, the capacitive touch technology did not make its mainstream debut until the 1990’s when it showed up as a ‘behind-the-glass’ discrete touch button technology in high end cooktops and similar devices. Nowadays, you can find this technology in just about every MP3 player, smart phone and tablet computer on the market. Also, it is being tested in everyday items like door knobs, tables and car door handles.

So what really makes capacitive touch screens so unique? Similar to resistive touch screens, they are made up of a glass panel that is coated with a material, like indium tin oxide. Since the human body and this material are both electrical conductors, when you touch the surface of a capacitive touch screen with your finger there is a change in capacitance and the oscillator circuit is able to identify the exact location, as opposed to resistive panels which need to be pressed together to detect a voltage change.



The five main reasons you should choose this type of screen for your next liquid crystal display project are:
  •  It  supports  Multi-Touch
  •  It supports Gestures (like pinch-zoom)
  •  It’s highly sensitive to figure touch, which leads to better ease of use
  •  Its top glass layer is more durable than resistive touch panels
  •  It has a glossy one-piece look and feel

After reading this you are probably ready to build something with a capacitive touch screen and here at Microtips Technology we are excited for you and would like to be a part of your product plan. Some of our most popular products are our color LCD TFT Modules, Monochrome, Character and Graphic LCD modules, both standard and custom-made LCD modules, in addition to our highly complex and customized capacitive touch panels. Now that you are well informed we hope to hear from you soon.  For more information, please log on to www.microtipsusa.com.

Friday, 24 August 2012

Microtips Technology: Pioneering Solutions for Capacitive Touch Interface


With the world upgrading to capacitive touch interface, it’s time you did the same. Microtips Technology, an engineering company specialized in liquid crystal displays and modules, has been playing a proactive role in bringing about this change.

If there is a latest advancement in the LCD technology sector, you can expect us to promptly introduce a corresponding product. A case in point would be that Microtips Technology recently introduced a new low cost 7.0" TFT liquid crystal display module with the “In Plane Switching” technology that eliminates gray inversion and gives you free viewing angles. Advancements in IPS technology provide these benefits with the same display quality that is on par with the latest TFT liquid crystal display technologies.

We design and manufacture our own products, which gives us strong control over every production stage from procuring the raw material to the final testing. At any given time, we have a rich inventory of products that are ready to be dispatched. Some of our most popular products are our color LCD TFT Modules, monochrome character and graphic LCD modules, both standard and custom-made LCD modules.

Our capacitive touch product options are very popular across private, commercial and industrial sectors. They are designed to be highly durable and we can also offer options to withstand contaminants such as grease, dirt, running liquid, and chemicals.

These are but a few reasons why Microtips Technology is your single point solution provider for your TFT LCD module, Monochrome Graphic module, Character LCD module, and touch screen needs from Capacitive Touch to Resistive touch panels. For more, please log on to www.microtipsusa.com.