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RUGGED RD-17W2-SPM 17″ Industrial Rugged Display
The RUGGED RD-17W2-SPM 17″ Industrial Rugged Display is built around a heavy-duty stainless steel enclosure, supporting continuous-duty use in regulated industrial environments such as aerospace, defence, and marine. Its sealed construction protects against dust and operational wear, maintaining reliability in demanding deployments. Featuring a 17-inch panel mount LCD with a high-resolution 1440 x 900 display and a 250 cd/m2 LED backlight, it delivers consistent brightness for clear system monitoring. The display supports VESA 75 x 75 mm wall mounting for versatile installation in compact setups. Operating between 0 6C to 40 6C and storing safely from -20 6C to 60 6C, it meets CE and UL certifications for industrial-grade performance.
With a long-life LED backlight rated for 35,000 hours and tolerance to vibration, the RD-17W2-SPM ensures durability and stable visual output during prolonged operation. Connectivity includes a 28-pin female D-Sub and stereo headphone jack, with power supplied by an external AC to 12VDC adapter, consuming 22 watts in operation. Its 130-degree horizontal and 100-degree vertical viewing angles provide flexible viewing in various mounting orientations.
RD-17W2-SPM Features
- OSD Multi-Languages
- Wall Mount Ready (VESA 75 X 75 mm)
- OSD With Multi-Language Support
- Wall Mount VESA Compliant ( 75 X 75 mm)
- 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
485 (W) x 345.0 (H) x 56.8 (D) mm
Display Accessories Included
AC/DC Power Adapter
Active Display Area
367.2 (H) x 229.5 (V)
Aspect Ratio
0.673611111
Backlight Life
35,000 hrs (typ)
Connectivity
28 Pin female D-Sub x 1, Stereo headphone jack x 1
Contrast Ratio
33.33402778
Display Backlight
LED BLU
Display Brightness
250 cd/m2
Display Resolution
1440 x 900
Frequency Range
Fh: 30 to 82Khz, Fv: 50 to 75Hz
Input Power
External AC to 12VDC Adapter
Osd Control
No
Pixel Dimension
0.255 (H) x 0.255 (V)
Power Consumption
Operation 22 watt, / <= 2 watt
Power Management
DPMS
Response Time
< / = 8ms (G to G)
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
130 degree in horizontal/ 100 degress in Vertical
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-17W2-SPM 17″ Industrial Rugged Display is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The RD-17W2-SPM 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.
Across these sectors, the RD-17W2-SPM 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-17W2-SPM 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-17W2-SPM is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The RUGGED RD-17W2-SPM 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-17W2-SPM 17″ Industrial Rugged Display, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the RUGGED RD-17W2-SPM 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
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 specialises in providing high-quality, durable solutions, and their Rugged Displays are no exception. A key feature across their range is exceptional sunlight readability, making every Rugged Display a true Sunlight Readable Display. These displays are engineered with advanced technology to counteract glare and brightness challenges posed by direct sunlight, ensuring that critical information remains clear and discernible in outdoor environments.
Whether for industrial applications, field operations, or any outdoor setting where visibility is paramount, you can depend on these displays to perform reliably. Their design focuses on maintaining optical clarity and colour accuracy under varying light conditions, providing users with consistent performance. For more information on the full range of options available, explore the Rugged Displays category.
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.
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.
For robust and reliable rugged display mounting, Rugged Limited provides several versatile solutions to suit diverse installation requirements. Our industrial-grade displays support standard VESA mounting patterns, allowing for flexible attachment to a wide range of stands, arms, or wall brackets. This ensures secure positioning and easy integration into existing setups.
Additionally, panel mounting options are available, which are ideal for seamless integration into control panels, kiosks, or machinery. This method provides a flush, integrated appearance and enhances the overall durability and protection of the display within its operational environment. Each rugged display mounting solution is engineered to withstand harsh conditions, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.
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.
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 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.
When seeking a waterproof rugged display, it’s important to understand the IP rating, as this indicates the level of protection against solids and liquids. Rugged Limited offers displays with varying IP ratings, ensuring they can withstand demanding conditions where exposure to water is a concern. These displays are engineered for reliability and performance in environments where standard displays would fail.
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.







