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7 Segment VFD
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Seven segments per digit are used to display numerical information. Typical applications are clocks, instrumentation, counters, calculators, cash registers and scales.
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Alphanumeric VFD
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14 segments per digit are used to display upper case letters and numerical information. Typical applications are instrumentation, gaming machines, measurement, scales, point of sale terminals, credit card authorization terminals and vending machines.
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Dot Matrix VFD
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Generally 5x7dots per digit are used to display upper and lower case text, limited symbols, Japanese Katakana and numerical information. Typical applications are instrumentation, industrial control, measurement, scales, point of sale terminals, medical equipment and vending machines.
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Graphic VFD
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Freely addressable pixels offer maximum flexibility to display symbols, graphics, text and numerical information. As shown above this display can be used for any application.
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Bi-Planar VFD
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3-D Image capability where more information can be displayed by using overlapping anodes and grids. Typical applications are portable entertainment systems.
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Chip in Glass (CIG) VFD and Chip on GLASS (COG)VFD
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By mounting the driver IC on the VFD base plate design flexibility is improved. Picture shows a COG VFD.
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Front Luminous (FL) VFD
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For applications that require a wide viewing angle FLVFD is one of the solutions.
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Grid on Separator (GOS) VFD
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By moving the function of the grid to a separator pillar, freedom of design can be increased.
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Universal Series VFD
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By use of a unique standard grid structure and drive method low cost graphic revisions can easily be made.
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Custom VFD
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Futaba has built it's reputation on Custom VFDs without the high custom price. To see a few samples and learn more click here.
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Standard VFD
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Futaba has a wide range of standard VFDs. Click here to answer 4 questions and see if there is a display that fits your company's needs.
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| Color Choices |
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| Over 15 different color phosphors are available. By filtering these phosphors an unlimited range of colors can be created. |
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| What is a VFD? |
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In order to best explain what a VFD is, we have chosen a visual diagram. Use the 'click here' link below to pop up the VFD Interactive Diagram. When the image comes up, simply roll over the numbers in the top diagram to get definitions, or the bottom diagram for definitions 12 thru 15.
Click here for the VFD Interactive Diagram |
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