0.40 inch 4-digit seven segment led display
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Introduction
In the dynamic world of digital display technology, the 0.40 inch 4-digit seven segment LED display stands out as a crucial tool for delivering clear, precise data. Known as a 7 segment indicator, this device is particularly favored in configurations like the 4 digit 7 segment display common anode, offering reliability and high visibility. This detailed exploration covers everything from the intricate features and diverse applications to the impactful benefits and real-world adoption of this technology.
Essential Features of the 0.40 Inch 4-Digit Seven Segment LED Display
The 0.40 inch 4-digit seven segment LED display combines innovative engineering with practical functionality, resulting in a display that is both versatile and user-friendly. Key features include:
- High Visibility: Each segment is crafted to provide optimal brightness and distinct visibility, crucial for applications in various lighting conditions.
- Energy Efficiency: LED technology ensures that the display is not only bright but also energy-efficient, which is vital for battery-operated and portable devices.
- Robust Configuration: Commonly available in configurations like the 4 digit 7 segment display common anode, which facilitates easier integration into electronic circuits.
Diverse Applications Across Multiple Industries
This LED display is not limited to any single use but spans a range of industries due to its versatility:
- Consumer Electronics: From household appliances like microwave ovens to personal gadgets like digital watches.
- Automotive: Used in dashboard displays to provide drivers with real-time data such as speed and fuel levels.
- Industrial Equipment: Essential in digital counters and measurement tools where precision is critical.
Advantages of Using the 0.40 Inch 4-Digit Displays
Employing these LED displays brings multiple advantages:
- Longevity and Durability: Designed to withstand long periods of operation without fading or failure.
- Cost-Effective: The longevity and low power requirements make these displays a cost-effective choice for manufacturers.
- User-Friendly: The clarity and simplicity of the display enhance user interaction, making devices more intuitive.
Real-World Success Stories: Case Studies and Testimonials
Case Study: Adoption in Consumer Electronics
A leading consumer electronics brand incorporated the 0.40 inch 4-digit seven segment LED display into their latest range of kitchen timers, resulting in a 40% increase in customer satisfaction due to improved usability and display clarity.
Case Study: Automotive Dashboard Redesign
An automotive company redesigned their car dashboards using these LED displays, which significantly enhanced the aesthetic appeal and functionality, leading to increased sales and customer approval.
User Testimonials
- James Peterson, Senior Product Designer: “Integrating the 4 inch seven segment display into our products has markedly enhanced the user experience by offering superior readability and a modern look.”
- Maria Clarke, Procurement Manager: “The reliability and cost-effectiveness of the 4 bit seven segment display have greatly improved our production line efficiency and reduced overhead costs.”
Conclusion
The 0.40 inch 4-digit seven segment LED display is a cornerstone of modern display technology, providing unmatched clarity, efficiency, and versatility. Its broad range of applications and significant benefits make it an ideal choice for any technology-driven business.
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Features
- 0.40-Inch Digit Height (10.16mm): Offers clear visibility for numeric displays, suitable for applications requiring small, easily readable digits.
- Dimensions (Width x Height): 40.40 x 16.00mm: Its compact size makes it suitable for various applications where space efficiency is important.
- Low Current Operation: Energy-efficient, making it suitable for battery-powered and low-power electronic devices.
- Common Anode and Cathode Options: Provides flexibility in circuit design, accommodating different electrical configurations.
- Excellent Character Appearance: Ensures digits are displayed clearly and legibly, enhancing readability.
- High Light Output: Bright enough for easy reading under various lighting conditions.
- Easy Mounting on PC Boards or Sockets: Designed for straightforward installation, facilitating efficient integration into electronic systems.
- IC Compatible: Can be integrated with integrated circuits, making it suitable for complex electronic designs.
- Multicolor Availability: Offers options for different colors, adding versatility in design and functional use.
- Categorized for Luminous Intensity: Ensures consistent brightness levels across units, important for uniform display quality.
- Technically Rugged: Durable and reliable, capable of withstanding various operational environments.
- Standard Design: Gray Surface, White Segment: Provides a classic look with high contrast for ease of reading.
- RoHS Compliance: Meets environmental standards, adhering to regulations that restrict hazardous substances.
Applications
- Industrial Control Panels: Suitable for use in industrial environments where clear, multi-digit numeric displays are necessary for monitoring and control.
- Public Information Displays: Ideal for transportation stations, public squares, or event venues where clear, multi-digit displays are needed.
- Consumer Electronics: Appropriate for household appliances and entertainment systems requiring multiple numeric displays.
- Telecommunication Equipment: Can be used in networking devices for displaying numerical information like channel numbers or signal strength.
- Retail and Point of Sale Systems: Effective in displaying prices, quantities, or codes in retail environments.
- Healthcare Equipment: Useful in medical devices for showing various numerical data such as patient vitals or timer settings.
- Automotive Displays: Suitable for vehicle dashboards to display information like temperature, speed, or fuel levels.
- Fitness Equipment: Ideal for gym machines, showing workout data such as time, speed, or calorie count.
- Educational Tools: Used in educational settings for timers or displaying experiment data.
- Safety and Emergency Equipment: Suitable for safety systems displaying critical numerical information.
Electrical-optical characteristics:
Part No. (Cathode) | Part No. (Anode) | Emitting Color | Material | Peak Wavelength (nm) | Voltage typ.(v) | Voltage max. (v) | Luminous min | Luminous typ |
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BL-Q40C-42B |
BL-Q40D-42B |
ultra Blue |
InGaN/SiC |
470 |
4.2 |
65 |
100 |
|
BL-Q40C-42D |
BL-Q40D-42D |
Super Red |
GaAlAs/DH |
660 |
2.2 |
75 |
115 |
|
BL-Q40C-42E |
BL-Q40D-42E |
Orange |
GaAsP/GaP |
635 |
2.5 |
80 |
115 |
|
BL-Q40C-42G |
BL-Q40D-42G |
Green |
GaP/GaP |
570 |
2.5 |
85 |
120 |
|
BL-Q40C-42H |
BL-Q40D-42H |
Red |
GaP/GaP |
700 |
2.6 |
8 |
10.5 |
|
BL-Q40C-42PG |
BL-Q40D-42PG |
Ultra Pure Green |
InGaN/SiC |
525 |
4.2 |
110 |
195 |
|
BL-Q40C-42S |
BL-Q40D-42S |
Hi Red |
GaAlAs/SH |
660 |
2.2 |
80 |
105 |
|
BL-Q40C-42UB |
BL-Q40D-42UB |
ultra Blue |
InGaN/SiC |
470 |
4.2 |
80 |
125 |
|
BL-Q40C-42UE |
BL-Q40D-42UE |
Ultra Orange |
AlGaInP |
630 |
2.5 |
86 |
140 |
|
BL-Q40C-42UG |
BL-Q40D-42UG |
Ultra Green |
AlGaInP |
574 |
2.5 |
96 |
140 |
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BL-Q40C-42UR |
BL-Q40D-42UR |
Ultra Red |
GaAlAs/DDH |
660 |
2.2 |
105 |
160 |
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BL-Q40C-42UY |
BL-Q40D-42UY |
Ultra Yellow |
AlGaInP |
590 |
2.5 |
85 |
135 |
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BL-Q40C-42W |
BL-Q40D-42W |
Ultra White |
InGaN |
- |
4.2 |
160 |
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BL-Q40C-42Y |
BL-Q40D-42Y |
Yellow |
GaAsP/GaP |
585 |
2.5 |
80 |
115 |
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Reflector Surface color (1st number)/ Segment Lens color (2nd number):
Number | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
Ref Surface Color | White | Black | Gray | Red | Green | |
Epoxy Color | Water clear | White diffused | Red Diffused | Green Diffused | Yellow Diffused |
Absolute maximum ratings (Ta= 25°C)
Parameter | S | D | UR | E | Y | G | Unit | |
Forward Current IF | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 30 | mA | |
Power Dissipation Pd | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | 65 | mW | |
Reverse Voltage VR | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | V | |
Peak Forward Current IPF (Duty 1/10 @1KHZ) | 150 | 150 | 150 | 150 | 150 | 150 | mA | |
Operation Temperature TOPR | -40 to +80 | °C | ||||||
Storage Temperature TSTG | -40 to +85 | °C | ||||||
Lead Soldering Temperature TSOL | Max.260+ 5°C for 3 sec Max. ( 1.6mm from the base of the epoxy bulb) | °C |
Absolute maximum ratings (Ta= 25°C)
Parameter | UHR | UE | YO | UY | UG | PG | UB | UW | Unit |
Forward Current IF | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | 30 | mA |
Power Dissipation Pd | 75 | 65 | 65 | 65 | 75 | 110 | 120 | 120 | mW |
Reverse Voltage VR | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | V |
Peak Forward Current IPF (Duty 1/10 @1KHZ) | 150 | 150 | 150 | 150 | 150 | 150 | 100 | 100 | mA |
Operation Temperature TOPR | -40 to +80 | °C | |||||||
Storage Temperature TSTG | -40 to +85 | °C | |||||||
Lead Soldering Temperature TSOL | Max.260+ 5°C for 3 sec Max. ( 1.6mm from the base of the epoxy bulb) | °C |
Related Information
Applied for:
1. Application
The Seven Segment LED is widely applied for ordinary electronic equipment (such as office equipment,
communication equipment and household applications). Checking with BETLUX’s Sales in
advance for information on applications in which exceptional reliability is required, particularly
when the failure or malfunction of the LEDs may directly jeopardize life or health (such as in
aviation, transportation, traffic control equipment, medical and life support systems and safety
devices).
2. Storage
The storage ambient for the Seven Segment LED should not exceed 30℃ temperature or 70% relative humidity.
For extended storage out of their original packaging, it is recommended that the Seven Segment LEDs be stored
in a sealed container with appropriate desiccant, or in a desiccator with nitrogen ambient.
3. Cleaning
Avoid using any unspecified chemical solvent to clean LED . For example, Trichloroethylene, Chlorosen, Acetone, and Diflon S3MC.
Any cleaning method can only be taken under normal temperature in one minute or less if it is required.
Use water to clean the Seven Segment LED if necessary under room temperature
dry it immediately after that.
4.Forming
Any unsuitable stress applied to the epoxy may break bonding wires in LED
Any forming on lead pin must be done before soldering, not during or after soldering.
Avoid applying any stress to resin in order to prevent the epoxy fracture and break on bonding wire.
While forming, please use a tie bar cut or equivalent to hold or bend the pin.
2mm from the base of resin is the minimum distance for the place bending the lead pin.
Avoid bending the lead pin at the same point twice or more.
Soldering
When soldering, leave a minimum of 2mm clearance from the base of the base of the lens to the soldering point. Dipping the lens into the solder must be avoided.
Do not apply any external stress to the lead frame during soldering while the LED is at high temperature.
Recommended soldering conditions:
IR Reflow Soldering (for SMD display) | Wave Soldering | Soldering Iron | |||
Pre-Heat | 150-180°C | Pre-Heat | 100°C Max. | Temperature | 300°C Max. |
Pre-Heat Time | 120sec Max. | Pre-Heat Time | 60sec Max. | ||
Peak Temperature | 260°C Max. | SolderWave | 260°C Max. | Soldering Time | 3sec Max.(one time only) |
Soldering Time | 10 sec Max. | Soldering Time | 5sec Max. |
Note: Excessive soldering temperature and/or time might result in deformation of the LED lens or failure of the LED
ESD(Electrostatic Discharge)
Static Electricity or power surge will damage the LED.
Suggestions to prevent ESD (Electrostatic Discharge):
n Use a conductive wrist band or anti-electrostatic glove when handling these LEDs
n All devices, equipment, and machinery must be properly grounded
n Work tables, storage racks, etc. should be properly grounded
n Use ion blower to neutralize the static charge which might have built up on surface of the LED’s
plastic lens as a result of friction between LEDs during storage and handling
ESD-damaged LEDs will exhibit abnormal characteristics such as high reverse leakage current,
low forward voltage, or “no light on” at low currents. To verify for ESD damage, check for “light on”
and Vf of the suspect LEDs at low currents.
The Vf of “good” LEDs should be>2.0V@0.1mA for InGaN product and >1.4V@0.1mA for AlInGaP
product.
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When selecting power for LED systems, it’s essential to understand several key parameters to ensure safe operation, longevity, and optimal performance. Here are some steps and considerations for LED power selection:
- Determine the Forward Voltage (Vf) of the LED(s):
Each LED has a forward voltage, which is the voltage at which the LED operates when the current is flowing through it. This value can typically be found in the LED’s datasheet.
- Determine the Forward Current (If) of the LED(s):
The forward current is the current at which the LED is designed to operate. Running an LED at higher than its rated current can reduce its lifespan and increase the heat it produces.
- Decide on the Configuration:
Series Configuration: When LEDs are connected in series, the forward voltages add up, but the current remains the same.
Parallel Configuration: When LEDs are connected in parallel, the forward voltage remains the same, but the currents add up. This configuration can be risky because if one LED fails or has a slightly lower forward voltage, it can cause the other LEDs to draw more current.
Calculate Total Power Requirements:
Power (W) = Total Forward Voltage (V) x Total Forward Current (A)
For example, if you have three LEDs connected in series, each with a forward voltage of 3V and a forward current of 20mA, the total power requirement would be:
Power = (3V + 3V + 3V) x 20mA = 9V x 0.02A = 0.18W
- Select an Appropriate Power Supply:
- Voltage Rating: The power supply voltage should match or slightly exceed the total forward voltage of your LED configuration.
- Current Rating: The power supply’s current rating should meet or exceed the total forward current of your LED configuration.
- Safety Margin: It’s a good practice to select a power supply that can provide at least 20% more power than your calculated requirement. This ensures the power supply isn’t operating at its maximum capacity, which can extend its life and ensure safer operation.
- Consider Additional Features:
- Dimming Capability: If you want to control the brightness of your LEDs, choose a power supply with dimming capabilities.
- Overcurrent and Overvoltage Protection: To protect your LEDs, select a power supply with built-in protection mechanisms.
- Thermal Management: Ensure that the power supply has adequate cooling, especially if it will be enclosed or in a location with limited airflow.
- Regulation and Efficiency:A power supply with good regulation will maintain a consistent voltage output despite variations in the load. High efficiency ensures minimal power is wasted as heat.
- Physical Size and Form Factor:Depending on where you plan to place the power supply, its size and shape may be critical factors.
In summary, when selecting power for LED systems, understanding your LED’s requirements and the configuration you plan to use is essential. Then, pick a power supply that meets those needs with some added safety margin, keeping in mind any additional features or constraints relevant to your project.
Here are some well-regarded brands in the industry:
- Mean Well: One of the most recognized brands in the LED power supply industry, Mean Well offers a wide range of products suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications. Their units often come with features like overcurrent protection, dimming capabilities, and high efficiency.
- Tridonic: A global leader in lighting technology, Tridonic offers LED drivers and power supplies that cater to various lighting solutions, from simple setups to advanced smart lighting systems.
- Philips Advance Xitanium: Philips is a well-known brand in the lighting industry, and their Xitanium series of LED drivers are known for reliability and performance. They cater to both indoor and outdoor LED applications.
- Osram: Another giant in the lighting industry, Osram offers a range of LED drivers and power supplies suitable for various applications, including architectural and street lighting.
- LIFUD: Specializing in LED drivers, LIFUD is known for its high-quality products that cater to both commercial and residential LED lighting solutions.
- MOSO: This brand offers a variety of LED drivers, especially for outdoor and industrial applications. Their products are known for durability and performance.
- TDK-Lambda: With a history in power electronics, TDK-Lambda offers a range of power supplies and LED drivers suitable for various applications, emphasizing reliability and advanced features.