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RUGGED RD-1502-SC 15″ Industrial Rugged Display
The RUGGED RD-1502-SC 15″ Industrial Rugged Display is built around a robust stainless steel chassis, supporting industrial and defence deployments where durability is essential. This field-ready unit features a sealed design that resists corrosion and physical impacts, making it suitable for continuous-duty use in demanding environments.
The 15-inch LCD delivers a resolution of 1024 x 768 with a brightness of 250 cd/m 8 and wide viewing angles of 130 degrees horizontally and 100 degrees vertically. Its long-life backlight, rated at 50,000 hours, ensures reliable performance over extended periods. The display accepts universal input power from 90 to 260 VAC, supporting a broad range of power supplies. Connectivity includes a 15-pin female D-Sub, stereo headphone jack, and a 12 VDC jack, enabling flexible integration with industrial consoles or aerospace systems. Certified to CE and UL standards and rated for operation between 0 and 40 6C, the RD-1502-SC is well suited for industrial and aerospace settings where consistent visual clarity and rugged hardware are required. Its sealed design provides ingress protection essential for field use, while the 12 ms response time maintains effective screen updates without lag.
RD-1502-SC Features
- Integrated Control Panel
- OSD With Multi-Language Support
- Wall Mount VESA Compliant ( 75 X 75 mm)
- Integrated Stereo Speakers
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Product Type
Manufacturer
Ruggedness
Mounting Format
Screen Size
Country Of Manufacture
Taiwan
Certifications
CE, UL
Dimensions
347.7 (W) x 272.4 (H) x 59 (D) mm
Display Accessories Included
AC/DC Power Adapter
Active Display Area
304.128 (H) x 228.096 (V)
Aspect Ratio
0.16875
Backlight Life
50,000 hours (typ)
Connectivity
15 Pin female D-Sub x 1, Stereo headphone jack x 1, 12 VDC jack
Contrast Ratio
20.83402778
Display Backlight
Long life Backlight
Display Brightness
250 cd/m2
Display Resolution
1024 x 768
Frequency Range
Fh: 30 to 82Khz, Fv:60 to 75Hz
Input Power
Universal/ Auto-sensing, 90 to 260VAC, 50/60 Hz
Osd Control
No
Pixel Dimension
0.297 (H) x 0.297 (V) mm
Power Consumption
Operation 20 Watt ( Max )
Response Time
< 12 ms
Screen Technology
LCD
Screensize
15"
Sync Signal
Separate Sync, Composite Sync, Sync on Green
Video Signal
Analog RGB (0.7/1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms)
Viewing Angle
130 degree in horizontal & 100 in vertical (typ)
Operating Temperature
OPERATING: 0C to +40C
Storage Temperature
STOREAGE: -20C to +60C
Temperature Rating
OPERATING: 0C to +40C / STOREAGE: -20C to +60C
The RUGGED RD-1502-SC 15″ Industrial Rugged Display is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The RD-1502-SC supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Aerospace, Defence And Military, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing.
Across these sectors, the RD-1502-SC is typically used in applications such as Aircraft Cockpit And Avionics Support Systems, Broadcast And Media Control Consoles, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Marine Bridge And Vessel Control Systems, Medical Carts And Clinical Mobile Workstations, SCADA And Control-Room Access.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the RD-1502-SC across both industry sectors and real-world operational use cases. Its suitability extends well beyond the scenarios listed above, making it a flexible solution for a broad range of requirements.
For further information, or to assess whether the RD-1502-SC is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The RUGGED RD-1502-SC 15″ Industrial Rugged Display comes with a 1 Year RTB UK Warranty With Option To Extend against defects in workmanship and materials, effective from the date of shipment (unless otherwise agreed in writing).
To receive service under this warranty, the eligible product, RUGGED RD-1502-SC 15″ Industrial Rugged Display, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the RUGGED RD-1502-SC 15″ Industrial Rugged Display or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.
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A display is considered rugged when it incorporates specific design and material choices to withstand extreme conditions beyond what commercial-grade displays can handle. These key Rugged Display Features are crucial for reliable operation in challenging settings.
Typically, a rugged display will feature:
- Robust Construction: This includes durable enclosures, often made from strong alloys or industrial-grade plastics, designed to resist impact, vibration, and crushing forces.
- Environmental Sealing: Protection against dust, water, and other contaminants is achieved through sealed bezels and connectors, often meeting IP (Ingress Protection) ratings.
- Enhanced Touchscreen Technology: Many rugged displays utilise projected capacitive (PCAP) touchscreens that offer superior durability and responsiveness, even when operated with gloves or in wet conditions.
- Wide Operating Temperature Range: Components are selected and designed to function reliably across a broad spectrum of temperatures, from extreme cold to intense heat.
- Sunlight Readability: High brightness levels and anti-glare coatings are often incorporated to ensure visibility in direct sunlight, a critical aspect of many outdoor rugged applications.
- Shock and Vibration Resistance: Internal components are often shock-mounted, and the overall design mitigates the effects of constant vibration, which is common in industrial and vehicle applications.
Rugged Limited specialises in providing displays that embody these characteristics, ensuring enhanced longevity and performance in demanding operational environments. To explore more about the resilient technology and robust build quality, visit our rugged display solutions.
Rugged Limited excels in offering custom rugged display solutions that can be adapted to various challenging environments and applications. Our expertise extends to modifying existing display technologies or developing entirely new solutions from the ground up to meet unique specifications.
We understand that off-the-shelf products don’t always fit every need, which is why our customisation options are extensive. This includes modifications such as enhanced brightness for outdoor visibility, specialised touch screen technology for gloved operation, and bespoke housing designs to withstand extreme conditions.
When you require a custom rugged display, Rugged Limited works closely with clients to ensure the final product integrates seamlessly with their systems and performs optimally in its intended operational setting. Our commitment is to deliver high-quality, reliable display solutions that are precisely engineered for your project’s demands.
Rugged Displays are exceptionally well-suited for industrial automation applications. Designed to withstand challenging environments, they offer features vital for reliable operation in manufacturing, process control, and other automated settings. These displays are built with robust components that ensure durability and consistent performance where standard displays would fail.
Key features that make Rugged Displays suitable include their resistance to dust, water, and extreme temperatures. Many models are also designed to be vibration and shock-resistant, crucial in settings with heavy machinery. This resilience ensures continuous operation, minimising downtime and optimising productivity within industrial automation systems. Opting for a purpose-built Industrial Automation Display from Rugged Limited provides the assurance of a system that can endure the demands of rigorous operational environments.
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The rugged display lifespan is significantly longer than that of conventional displays due to their specialised construction and components. Rugged Limited designs these displays to withstand extremes in temperature, shock, vibration, and moisture, ensuring they continue to perform reliably in environments where standard equipment would fail. This inherent resilience means that our rugged display solutions offer a prolonged service life, reducing the need for frequent replacements and associated downtime.
By focusing on robust materials and meticulous engineering, Rugged Limited ensures that our products contribute to a superior overall rugged display lifespan, providing consistent performance and long-term value for our clients.
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Rugged Limited’s commitment to durability means that their waterproof solutions are built to last, providing peace of mind for operations in wet or washdown areas. This ensures that your investment in a waterproof rugged display is protected and continues to function optimally, even when subjected to splashes, sprays, or more significant water exposure, depending on the chosen model’s specifications.
Rugged Limited offers displays that are engineered to accommodate multiple video inputs, making them highly adaptable for diverse operational needs. This multi-input rugged display capability ensures compatibility with a range of devices and systems, streamlining integration into complex setups.
The flexibility in video input options is a key feature, allowing users to connect various sources such as HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA, and DVI, depending on the specific model. This adaptability is particularly beneficial in environments where multiple data streams or visual feeds need to be monitored simultaneously. Rugged’s commitment to providing versatile and robust display solutions means that their rugged displays are built to perform reliably with multiple input sources, offering seamless switching and high-quality image rendition across all connected devices.
Rugged displays are engineered to withstand the harsh conditions often encountered in vehicles, making them perfectly suited for such applications. These displays are built with robust features to ensure continuous and reliable operation where standard displays would fail.
Key characteristics that make a Rugged Limited display suitable for use as a Vehicle Rugged Display include:
- High Brightness: Essential for visibility in varying lighting conditions, including direct sunlight, which is common in vehicle cabins.
- Wide Operating Temperature: Capable of functioning effectively in extreme hot and cold temperatures, typical of automotive environments.
- Vibration and Shock Resistance: Designed to endure constant vibrations and sudden impacts experienced during vehicle operation.
- Water and Dust Protection: Often featuring ingress protection (IP) ratings to guard against splashes, dust, and debris.
- Optically Bonded Screens: Improves durability, sunlight readability, and prevents condensation.
These features collectively ensure that our displays provide consistent and clear visuals, crucial for navigation, diagnostics, and other in-vehicle functions, regardless of the operational challenges.
A rugged display is built to withstand harsh conditions, offering enhanced durability and performance compared to conventional screens. These displays are designed to operate reliably in environments subject to extreme temperatures, moisture, dust, vibration, and impact. Rugged Limited provides a range of these robust displays that are specifically engineered for such challenging settings.
Key characteristics of a rugged display often include reinforced casings, sealed bezels to protect against ingress, and high-brightness options for visibility in direct sunlight. They are widely used in sectors such as industrial automation, defence, marine, and field services, where unwavering reliability and resistance to environmental stress are paramount for operational continuity.





