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RUGGED RD-15W2-SC 15.4″ Industrial Rugged Display
The RUGGED RD-15W2-SC 15.4″ Industrial Rugged Display is built around a reinforced stainless steel chassis, supporting reliable operation in aerospace, marine, and industrial fields. Its impact-resistant and corrosion-resistant design ensures durability in harsh environments. The widescreen display offers 1440 x 900 resolution and 450 cd/m2 brightness, providing clear visibility with wide viewing angles of 140 degrees horizontally and 120 degrees vertically. This field-ready panel includes a CCFL backlight designed for approximately 50,000 hours of use, making it suitable for continuous-duty applications.
Connectivity features include a 15-pin female D-Sub port, stereo headphone jack, and integrated power jack with a universal auto-sensing power adapter accommodating 90 to 260VAC input. Operating reliably within a temperature range of 0 to 40 degrees Celsius, the unit also complies with CE and UL safety standards. Its power consumption remains efficient at 28 watts during operation. The RD-15W2-SC combines robust construction and practical features for industrial and military system integration where dependable visual performance is critical.
RD-15W2-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
Format
Screen Size
Manufacturer
Country Of Manufacture
Taiwan
Certifications
CE, UL
Dimensions
382.8 (L) x 259.0 (W) x 59.0 (D) mm
Display Accessories Included
AC/DC Power Adapter
Active Display Area
331.56 (H) x 207.23 (V)
Aspect Ratio
0.673611111
Backlight Life
50,000 hours (typ)
Connectivity
15 Pin female D-Sub x 1, Stereo headphone jack x 1, Power Jack
Contrast Ratio
16.66736111
Display Backlight
CCFL Backlight
Display Brightness
450 cd/m2
Display Resolution
1440 x 900
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
0.23 (H) x 0.23 (V) mm
Power Consumption
Operation: 28 Watt ( Max ) Stand-by <1 Watt
Power Management
DPMS
Response Time
< 8 ms (G-to-G)
Screen Technology
LCD
Screensize
15.4"
Sync Signal
Separate Sync, Composite Sync, Sync on Green
Video Signal
Analog RGB (0.7/1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms)
Viewing Angle
140 degree in horizontal & 120 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-15W2-SC 15.4″ Industrial Rugged Display is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The RD-15W2-SC supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Aerospace, Defence And Military, Industrial Manufacturing, Marine And Offshore.
Across these sectors, the RD-15W2-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, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, SCADA And Control-Room Access, Secure Communications And Command-And-Control.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the RD-15W2-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-15W2-SC is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The RUGGED RD-15W2-SC 15.4″ 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-15W2-SC 15.4″ Industrial Rugged Display, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the RUGGED RD-15W2-SC 15.4″ 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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RUGGED offers free technical support for the lifetime of products you purchase. This includes help with setup, troubleshooting, and integration. Support is available online or directly from the technical team
Rugged Limited understands the critical need for product longevity in demanding environments, which is why their rugged displays are specifically engineered for sustained availability. This commitment to a Long Lifecycle Rugged Display ensures that customers can rely on their chosen display solutions for extended periods without concerns about obsolescence.
By selecting high-quality components and maintaining stringent design standards, Rugged Limited supports the long-term operational needs of various applications. This focus on product lifespan not only provides stability but also minimises the need for frequent upgrades or replacements, offering significant benefits to projects requiring a durable and reliable Human-Machine Interface (HMI) for many years to come.
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 Displays are indeed engineered to excel in outdoor environments, making them an ideal choice for applications requiring dependable visual performance in harsh conditions. These displays are built with features that specifically address the challenges presented by outdoor use.
For example, many Rugged Displays incorporate optical bonding, which significantly improves readability in direct sunlight by reducing glare and enhancing contrast. They also often feature wide operating temperature ranges, ensuring reliable operation in extreme heat or cold. Furthermore, Rugged Limited ensures that their displays are designed to withstand exposure to dust, dirt, moisture, and vibrations, which are common in outdoor settings.
When considering an Outdoor Rugged Display, it’s important to look for specifications such as high brightness ratings (nits) for sunlight readability, robust housing materials, and appropriate IP ratings for water and dust resistance, all of which contribute to their suitability for outdoor deployments.
Rugged Limited specialises in providing high-quality rugged displays that are specifically engineered for continuous, round-the-clock operation. These displays are built to withstand challenging conditions and maintain performance even when powered on 24/7. This makes them an ideal 24/7 rugged display choice for industries requiring constant visual data.
The durability of Rugged Limited’s monitors ensures longevity and reliability, reducing downtime and maintenance needs. Our commitment to robust design ensures that these displays can consistently perform in critical applications where a reliable 24/7 rugged display is essential.
Rugged Limited provides a wide variety of rugged display sizes, catering to different application requirements. Their offerings include screen sizes from 7 inches up to 27 inches, ensuring a suitable option for various environments.
These diverse rugged display sizes are designed to deliver optimal performance and durability in challenging conditions.
Many of Rugged Limited’s display solutions indeed support touchscreen input, making them highly adaptable for various industrial and commercial applications. The integration of touchscreen functionality transforms a standard display into an interactive and intuitive HMI (Human Machine Interface) device, ideal for environments where traditional input methods might be impractical.
This Rugged Touchscreen Display capability is particularly beneficial in sectors requiring robust and responsive interaction, such as manufacturing, logistics, and field services. Rugged Limited ensures that these touchscreens are designed to withstand challenging conditions, offering durability and reliable performance.
By offering a Rugged Touchscreen Display, Rugged Limited provides solutions that not only present critical information clearly but also allow for direct and efficient user control, streamlining operations and improving productivity in demanding settings.
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.
Rugged Limited’s displays are specifically designed and manufactured to withstand harsh conditions, making them ideal as a shock resistant display in industries where reliability is paramount. Our displays undergo rigorous testing to ensure they can endure significant vibration and shock without compromising functionality or display quality. This robust construction is achieved through careful material selection and advanced engineering techniques.
The emphasis on durability ensures that our displays continue to operate flawlessly even when subjected to constant movement, impacts, or unstable environments. For applications requiring a resilient visual interface, a Rugged shock resistant display provides the necessary protection against physical stressors, maintaining consistent performance and longevity.




