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RUGGED RD-1702PC-C2-OF 17″ Industrial Rugged Display
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Designed for industrial and defence environments, the RUGGED RD-1702PC-C2-OF 17″ Industrial Rugged Display provides reliable visual performance where durability and clarity are essential. This open frame display integrates easily into complex systems, offering a dust-sealed enclosure that protects against particulates and moisture. Its 300 cd/m2 brightness and 1280 x 1024 resolution deliver clear images with a wide 160-degree viewing angle, supporting effective visibility under varied lighting conditions.
The display features a rapid response time under 5 milliseconds and supports multiple sync signals, making it suitable for real-time applications. Certified to CE and UL standards, it operates across a temperature range of 0°C to 50°C and stores safely from -20°C to 60°C. With an expected backlight life of 50,000 hours, this continuous-duty screen is built to perform reliably across aerospace, marine, military, and OEM deployments requiring stable operation despite vibration and temperature fluctuations.
RD-1702PC-C2-OF Features
- 17" Display
- Open Frame Display
- Wall Mount VESA Compliant ( 75 X 75 mm)
- Integrated Stereo Speakers
- Integrated Stereo Speakers
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Product Type
Manufacturer
Ruggedness
IP Rating
Mounting Format
Screen Size
Country Of Manufacture
Taiwan
Certifications
CE, UL
Dimensions
376.3 (L) x 337.4 (H) x 94 (D) mm
Display Accessories Included
AC/DC Power Adapter
Active Display Area
337.92 (H) x 270.34 (V)
Aspect Ratio
0.211111111
Backlight Life
50,000 hours (typ)
Connectivity
PC Signal 15 Pin female D-Sub x 1, PC Audio Stereo headphone jack x 1, Power Plug Industrial connector
Contrast Ratio
33.33402778
Display Brightness
300 cd/m2
Display Resolution
1280 x 1024
Frequency Range
Fh: 30 to 82Khz, Fv: 60 to 75Hz
Input Power
Power Input: 24V DC-IN (4-Din connector)
Osd Control
No
Pixel Dimension
0.264 (H) x 0.264 (V) mm
Power Consumption
Operation: 100W (typ)
Response Time
< 5 ms
Screen Technology
LCD
Screensize
17"
Sync Signal
Separate Sync, Composite Sync, Sync on Green
Video Signal
Analog RGB (0.7/1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms)
Viewing Angle
160 degree in horizontal & 160 in vertical (typ)
Operating Temperature
OPERATING: 0C to +50C
Storage Temperature
STOREAGE: -20C to +60C
Temperature Rating
OPERATING: 0C to +50C / STOREAGE: -20C to +60C
The RUGGED RD-1702PC-C2-OF 17″ Industrial Rugged Display is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The RD-1702PC-C2-OF supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Aerospace, Defence And Military, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Marine And Offshore, Oil and Gas, Security And Surveillance.
Across these sectors, the RD-1702PC-C2-OF is typically used in applications such as Aircraft Cockpit And Avionics Support Systems, 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.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the RD-1702PC-C2-OF 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-1702PC-C2-OF is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The RUGGED RD-1702PC-C2-OF 17″ 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-1702PC-C2-OF 17″ Industrial Rugged Display, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the RUGGED RD-1702PC-C2-OF 17″ 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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Frequently Asked Questions
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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.
Rugged Limited provides a range of displays designed to endure harsh operating conditions, which includes excellent performance in extreme temperatures. These displays are built with industrial-grade components and specialised construction to ensure functionality where standard displays would fail. The engineering behind each rugged display focuses on creating a reliable Wide Temperature Display, capable of operating effectively in both intensely hot and significantly cold environments, making them suitable for diverse industrial applications.
Our commitment to durability ensures that every Wide Temperature Display not only survives but thrives in demanding scenarios, maintaining optimal performance and clarity. This makes Rugged displays an ideal choice for applications requiring constant operational readiness regardless of environmental thermal fluctuations.
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.
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 displays are crucial in a diverse range of sectors where standard screens would fail due to harsh conditions. The Rugged Display Industries that frequently utilise these robust solutions include defence, marine, public services, industrial settings, and transportation. These industries demand equipment that can withstand extreme temperatures, vibrations, shocks, and exposure to dust and water, ensuring operational continuity and data integrity.
For example, in defence, these displays are vital for command and control systems, vehicle navigation, and portable field equipment. The marine industry employs them in ship navigation, sonar systems, and deck-mounted applications where resistance to saltwater and harsh weather is paramount. Public services, such as emergency response and utilities, benefit from the reliability of rugged displays in their field operations, critical for real-time data access and communication.
Industrial applications, ranging from manufacturing automation to process control, often involve environments with significant dust, debris, and temperature fluctuations, making rugged displays indispensable for monitoring and control. Similarly, in transportation, whether in logistics, railway, or aviation, these displays provide drivers and operators with critical information, built to endure constant motion and varied climatic conditions. Rugged Limited provides a wide array of rugged displays specifically designed to meet the rigorous demands of these diverse industries, ensuring performance and longevity.
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 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.
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.








