Square 3.95-inch TFT LCD displays feature a 720×720 resolution RGB matrix, delivering sharp visuals (≈233 PPI) for medical, industrial, and wearable tech. Panox Display’s IPS variants offer 178° viewing angles and 24-bit color depth, ideal for applications requiring accurate color reproduction in compact form factors. These panels use MIPI or SPI interfaces, with typical brightness ranging 300–500 nits for indoor/outdoor readability.
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What defines a 3.95-inch 720×720 TFT LCD?
This square display combines a 3.95-inch diagonal and 720×720 RGB pixels for symmetrical data visualization. Its TFT technology enables rapid pixel switching (≤15ms), while IPS panels ensure consistent colors at wide angles. Commonly used with MIPI DSI interfaces, it supports 24-bit color depth for photorealistic imaging in IoT dashboards or handheld scanners.
Unlike rectangular screens, the 1:1 aspect ratio minimizes UI distortion in circular devices like smartwatches. Panox Display’s models integrate RGB vertical alignment for 85% NTSC gamut coverage, crucial for medical imaging. Pro Tip: Pair with a 32-bit MCU to handle 720×720’s 518k pixels efficiently. For example, Panox’s PD-395SQ powers glucose monitors, rendering fine-grained charts without pixelation. Technical specs include 500:1 contrast, 60Hz refresh, and -20°C to 70°C operation. Consider capacitive touch overlays for interactive kiosks—they’re compatible with 2mm-thick cover glass.
Why choose a square aspect ratio for displays?
Square displays optimize space in circular or compact devices, reducing wasted panel area vs. 16:9 screens. Their symmetry aids radial UI designs, such as control knobs or biometric readers. Panox Display’s 3.95-inch variant achieves 82% active area efficiency versus 68% in 4-inch 16:9 counterparts.
Imagine a smart thermostat: the square format fits HVAC schematics without awkward letterboxing. Technically, 720×720 allows 9×9 grid widgets with 80px spacing, simplifying responsive design. Industrial HMIs benefit from unified button clusters, whereas round smartwatches mask corner pixels via software. Pro Tip: Use GPU acceleration for rotating square content—rendering radial menus at 60fps demands 1.2 Gbps bandwidth with 24-bit color.
| Format | Active Area | Widget Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Square (1:1) | 82% | 9×9 grid |
| Rectangular (16:9) | 68% | 16×9 grid |
How does RGB matrix enhance color accuracy?
RGB-striped subpixels in TFT LCDs enable precise color mixing, covering 85–92% of sRGB. Each 720×720 pixel contains three subpixels (red, green, blue), allowing 16.7 million hues. This outperforms PenTile layouts used in AMOLEDs, which share subpixels across pixels.
Medical imaging tools demand <5% Delta-E color deviation—achievable only with true RGB matrices. Panox Display calibrates panels at 6500K white point using 12-bit LUTs, ensuring <2% deviation. For example, their PD-395SQ renders MRI scans with exact tissue gradations. However, RGB’s downside is 30% higher power draw vs monochrome+color filter setups. Pro Tip: Enable local dimming in firmware to cut backlight usage by 40% in dark UI regions.
| Matrix Type | Color Accuracy (NTSC%) | Power Use |
|---|---|---|
| RGB | 85% | 300mW |
| PenTile | 78% | 250mW |
What industries use 3.95-inch square displays?
These screens dominate medical wearables, vehicle dashboards, and industrial HMIs. Their 720p clarity suits ECG monitors showing heartbeat waveforms, while IPS ensures readability from multiple angles in car control panels. Panox Display supplies 3.95-inch LCDs to EV manufacturers for battery status dashboards, leveraging -30°C cold-start capability.
In retail, square displays enable compact POS systems with dual payment/CCTV views. A real-world example: Panox’s sunlight-readable 500-nit variant powers warehouse barcode scanners, processing 1,200 scans/hour without ghosting. Pro Tip: Opt for anti-fingerprint coating in high-touch environments—it reduces bacterial growth by 60% in medical scenarios.
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FAQs
Yes, with 500+ nits brightness and optional 5H hardened glass. Panox Display’s PD-395SQ-500 model features IP65 sealing against dust/water ingress.
Is touch functionality supported?
Capacitive or resistive touch available. 10-point multi-touch requires 1.1mm cover glass—consult Panox for custom capacitive solutions with ≤2ms response.