18.5 Inch Industrial Widescreen Touchscreen Displays Created For OEM

The Versatile, Open-Frame LWT-185O Series

With Caltron Industries’ line of LWT-185O touchscreen monitors, the upgrades are many, yet the installation is simple.

In previous years, industrial users sought a touchscreen monitor solution that was easy to integrate into an existing system. Caltron responded with its renowned open-frame concept. Due to the “drop-in” design, engineers were able to quickly and efficiently install our monitors, regardless of size, into their systems.

Clients were assured that future upgrades would be equally easy because the open-frame design remains consistent from generation to generation.

Today, industrial clients ask for a touchscreen monitor that is easily customized and accommodates a variety of budgets. The adaptable 18.5-inch LWT-185O is Caltron’s answer to those requests.

Value-Added Choices Make for Tailored Touch Screen Solutions

Caltron’s list of value-added options for the LWT-185O touch screen include:

• Optical bonding, a dramatic advance in screen visibility technology. Optical bonding involves laminating, then curing, a special glass cover onto the touchscreen monitor’s LDC panel. The tight seal virtually eliminates moisture and dust accumulation and greatly cuts down on glare, from either sunlight or ambient indoor light.

• Zero brightness control, which saves energy by dramatically lowering screen illumination.

• A preset privacy filter which narrows the viewing angle. Only users directly in front are able to fully view the monitor screen.

• Anti-vandal switches, for resistance to damage from humans or the weather.

• Additional HDMI and analog audio inputs, if more system connections are needed.

LED Backlighting, Sturdy Metal Construction Are Standard Features

These standard features make the LWT-185O line a leader among industrial wide touchscreen monitors:

• A 2 millimeter-thick metal tray that provides outstanding stability at the point where the LCD panel is mounted.

• Ventilation slots that dissipate heat more efficiently than fans.

• LED enhanced backlighting, which saves on energy usage and is superior to conventional cold cathode fluorescent lamp (CCFL) backlighting. CCFL monitors employ mercury gas, which poses health risks in users.

• An easily adjusted sub-assembly. Twisting four screws alters the distance between the front bezel?? and the surface of the LCD panel.

Touch Technology Options Include P-Cap, Resistive

Various applications call for different touch technologies. LWT-185O models are equipped with these touch choices:

• Projected Capacitive, or P-Cap. With this choice, you can manipulate images by using more than one finger at once. Because human machine interface applications are increasingly located outside or in bright environments where readability can be a problem, Caltron’s LWT-185OC model employs P-Cap, along with the optical bonding option. The LWT 185OC, which also features 270 nits of brightness, is ideal for use in a bright, outdoor setting.

• Five-wire Resistive responds to the touch of a gloved or bare finger, or a stylus-like object. Resistive costs less and consumes less energy. Pressure-sensitive resistive technology implements a tough, polycarbonate-coated screen that helps prevent scratching.

Learn More About Caltron’s LWT-185O Series

The more our clients know about the LWT-185O, the more they realize the value of this latest Caltron series of touchscreen monitors.

Discuss the specifics of upgrading your system with the LWT-185O - and the benefits to end users - with a knowledgeable Caltron engineer. Call 510-440-1800 today. You may also email us to learn more.

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LWT-185O Touch Screen Open Frame Design Monitors Caltron Industries

The LWT-185O, Tailored to Meet the Needs of Your Application

The engineers at Caltron Industries understand how important it is for a business to have choices when it comes to designing touch screen interface applications.

That’s why they’ve built plenty of options into the LWT-185O series of touchscreen monitors. In today’s competitive economy, Caltron’s array of powerful and state of the art touchscreen monitor applications can fit in most any product interface application.

The LWT-185O, an 18.5” touchscreen, with a base model that already features outstanding visual display quality, also offers an optical bonding option that brings the user experience to another level. With optical bonding, a glass cover is laminated onto the LCD panel, then cured. The process greatly reduces glare and accumulation of moisture and dust, improving the clarity of the display.

Caltron also includes standard features that make the LWT-185O’s high-definition display easy to view under a range of lighting conditions:

• Wide viewing angles of 170 degrees left to right and 160 degrees top to bottom. The latest in Caltron’s line of widescreen commercial widescreen monitors has a 16:9 aspect ratio.

• LED enhanced backlighting, particularly useful in low-light conditions. Additional benefits to this type of enhanced backlighting: Unlike cold cathode fluorescent lamp-sourced backlighting, our LED backlighting employs no harmful mercury gas, and is more energy-efficient. A business can expect power savings of up to 20 percent with the HWT-185O.

• Brightness of up to 300 nits (light intensity units)

Choose from Two Types of Advanced Touch Technology

Design engineers can further customize the LWT-185O with a choice of touch technology, depending on the application:

• Five-wire resistive, which responds to the precision touch of a finger, either bare or gloved, and a stylus-like object. Resistive is typically found in PCs and navigation applications. Benefits of this touch technology are its lower cost and energy efficiency.

• Projected capacitive, also known as P-Cap. This technology enables a user to manipulate an image by using more than one finger at once. P-Cap is often found in smartphones. P-Cap is also scratch-resistant, making it a good choice for screens that are used 24/7.

The LWT-185O’s Additional Value-Added Options

• A privacy filter that renders the display difficult to see for anyone not directly in front of the monitor.

• Zero brightness control, another energy-saver.

• Durable anti-vandal switches.

• Extra HDMI and analog audio inputs.

Contact Us to Find Out More About Our Customizable LWT-185O Series

The LWT-185O is Caltron’s first 18.5-inch monitor, but it maintains the open-frame concept that characterizes all the company’s touchscreen monitors. The drop-in design allows integrators to efficiently upgrade existing systems.

Other features the LWT-185O shares with all Caltron touchscreen monitors include ventilation slots instead of noisy fans for quick heat dissipation, and a 2mm-thick panel tray for durability.

The type of 18” monitor that suits best depends on your application. One of our engineers is available to discuss the ways Caltron Industries’ LWT-185O upgrades your system and improves the user experience. Call us today at 510-440-1800, or email us to learn more.

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HWT-121O 12.1” Touch Screen Open Frame Monitors | Caltron Industries 510-440-1800

12-in sunlight readable widescreen industrial monitor

The HWT-121O, for Easy Viewing in Bright Light

With a display that is easily viewed even in bright sunlight, the HWT-121O touchscreen monitor can be used in a wide variety of outdoor applications.

The outdoor display of the HWT-121O is comparable to that of a similar monitor under indoor lighting conditions. Caltron Industries achieves this outstanding display visibility by equipping the HWT-121O with:

• An LCD panel with a brightness of up to 1,000 nits, a measure of light intensity. Typical 12.1-inch indoor displays are around 250 nits.

• Optical bonding, which is optional with the HWT-121O. The optical bonding process seals a treated glass panel to the display to cut down on reflected light, as well as block out dust and moisture, without increasing energy consumption.

• Sensor software that automatically adjusts display brightness according to ambient light.

• State-of-the-art brightness enhancement that reduces energy use by as much as 20 percent while eliminating the implementation of harmful mercury vapor, a feature of conventional CCFL backlighting.

The HWT-121O and companion models HWT-121OR and HWT-121OC continue a strong tradition of quality 12.1-inch touchscreen monitors manufactured by Caltron Industries. The 12.1 was among the earliest monitors built by the company.

As Caltron engineers made improvements over the years, our 12.1-inch touchscreen monitors became ubiquitous in banking, aerospace, military, and especially kiosk applications. A 12.1-inch touchscreen monitor introduced by Caltron Industries in 2015 also became popular for indoor use.

The outdoor version of that product, the HWT-121O takes display technology to a higher level.

A Touchscreen Monitor Designed for the Outdoors

Readability under bright conditions is just one reason the HWT-121O is well-suited for outdoor use.

The touchscreen monitor is also ruggedly built to withstand near-constant use. A 2mm-thick metal tray provides solid support for the LCD panel.

Optional tough “anti-vandal” glass provides additional protection from rough usage and the elements, including scratches, temperature fluctuations, and humidity.

Two Touch Options for the HWT-121O

Caltron offers two touch options for the HWT-121O, depending on how the monitor will be used:

• Projected capacitive. Common in personal devices such as smartphones, P-Cap responds to the conductivity of the human body. Displays can be manipulated using a finger, or several fingers.

• Resistive single-touch responds to the touch of a finger and also a gloved finger or stylus. It costs a bit less than other touch technologies.

Discuss the HWT 121O for Your Application

Contact Caltron Industries today to learn more about the HWT-121O, one of a line of quality open-frame touchscreen monitors.

Call 510-440-1800 today, or email us to ask any questions or provide specifications for a quote.


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Latest Caltron Touchscreen Monitor Geared for Bright, Outdoor Uses

HWT-121O can be customized with optical bonding and P-Cap or resistive touch technologies

For immediate release

FREMONT, CA (June 9, 2017)

Caltron Industries continues to refine the visual display capabilities of its line of touchscreen monitors with the introduction of the HWT-121O, designed for extraordinary performance in bright surroundings.

The HWT-121O is an advanced version of the 12.1-inch industrial touchscreen monitor that Caltron has manufactured for years. Because the display remains sharp and clear even in sunlight, Caltron president Jim Wang said he expects the HWT-121O to be popular in outdoor applications, such as self-serve kiosks, and the banking and aerospace industries.

Caltron has built leading-edge display technology into the HWT-121O. In addition to energy-saving brightness enhancement that is superior to CCFL backlighting and sensor software that adjusts screen brightness according to ambient light, Caltron offers optical bonding as an optional upgrade.

Optical bonding is the process by which a specially treated pane of glass is sealed to the LCD display panel. The glass eliminates dust and moisture from accumulating on the panel and greatly reduces reflected light.

Companion models offer a choice of touch technologies. The HWT-121OR features resistive touch, which responds to the touch of either a bare or gloved finger, or stylus. The HWT-121OC is equipped with multi-touch projective capacitive technology. With P-Cap, the user can manipulate the display with one or several fingers.

While display and touch options make the HWT-121O customizable for a variety of uses, qualities that Caltron engineers into its entire line of touchscreen monitors remain consistent:

• All Caltron monitors are open-frame construction. The bare-bones design facilitates quick and easy integration into enclosures of existing systems.

• The metal LDC panel tray is a tough 2mm thick and withstands continuous, rough usage.

• Vents in the metal chassis provide outstanding heat dissipation and do away with the need for noisy fans.


About Caltron

Caltron Industries is a Silicon Valley-based company that is at the forefront of the revolution in computer display technology. We provide cost-effective solutions for a wide range of industrial clients seeking to replace outdated CRT monitors or upgrade widescreen monitors with cutting-edge models that better serve their employees or customers.

For more information on the HWT-121O, or to learn more about how the HWT-121O can be customized specifically for your business, talk to a Caltron customer representative.

Call 510-440-1800 or email us.

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12.1 Inch Outdoor Touch Screen Open Frame Monitors | Caltron Industries

The Innovative HWT-121O Family Moves Touchscreens Outdoors

Caltron Industries’ HWT-121O is engineered for solutions seeking a mid-sized touchscreen monitor that solves the problems of long-term outdoor use.

Caltron is one of the first manufacturers of 12.1-inch touchscreen monitors. Early display and interface monitors worked well in applications that were largely confined to well-lit, indoor settings.

Today, human machine interface applications are increasingly found outdoors, as well.  Now the public and industry demand touchscreen monitors that hold up well and are easy to use under all types of conditions, Caltron has applied more than 20 years of experience building 12.1-inch monitors to create the new HWT-121O line.

HWT-121O: Improved Display, and Two Touch Options

Our engineers integrated exciting technological advances that make the customizable HWT-121O an ideal solution for applications in kiosks, the aerospace and banking industries, or military applications.

The HWT-121O provides product solutions with innovations in these areas:

Display Visibility in Sunlight

Even in sunlight, display visibility in this new line of touchscreen monitors is consistently clear and concise. Optional optical bonding, in which a panel of treated glass is sealed directly to the display, blocks moisture and dust while virtually eliminating reflected light.

The LCD panel is also exceptionally bright, measuring up to 1,000 nits, nearly four times that of a conventional 12.1-inch monitor. Instead of CCFL backlighting using mercury vapor that is dangerous to people and the environment, Caltron has installed cutting-edge brightness enhancement technology that reduces energy use by as much as 20 percent.

Touch Technology in a Variety of Applications

HWT-121O offers companion models with a choice of two types of popular touch technology:

The HWT-121OR features resistive touch, found in applications such as automobile navigation devices, PCs, and in-flight entertainment. Resistive touch is very precise, activated by an object such as a stylus, or either a bare or gloved finger. It is cheaper and uses less energy than other touch technologies.

The HWT-121OC utilizes projected capacitive touch technology or P-Cap. This technology enables a user to manipulate an image by using multiple fingers at the same time. It is commonly found in smartphones. P-Cap is scratch-resistant, a benefit in applications that are used for hours at a time.

Value-added Features in Rougher Environments

Caltron offers options that make the HWT-121O line particularly suited for outdoor uses. Tough anti-vandal glass guards against humidity and changes in temperature. Sensor software adapts screen brightness when ambient light fluctuates.

New HWT-121O Line Includes Standard Open-Frame Design

The open-frame design of all Caltron Industries monitors facilitates easy integration of the HWT-121O into existing systems. Upgrades can be completed quickly and efficiently.

Another feature of HWT-121O models to provide superior performance in warm weather: quick heat dissipation through ventilation slots.

Businesses can also eliminate the possibility of human error in operation with the lockable on-screen display management features.

Learn More About the Exciting HWT-121O Line

With two choices of touch technology and improved display visibility,  Caltron Industries’ HWT-121O line can help your business make the most of the new opportunities.

Talk with a Caltron engineer today about the HWT-121O series of interface monitors. For answers and additional information, call 510-440-1800, or email us for more information.

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Optical Bonding Boosts Touchscreen Monitor Visibility | Caltron Industries

Optical Bonding Boosts Visibility of Touchscreen Monitors, Anywhere

Optical bonding is the process by which a thin pane of glass is sealed onto the display screen of a monitor. The glass is coated to be anti-reflective and fastened into place implementing one of the several technologies, including the use of silicon adhesive.

The result is greatly increased display visibility under virtually all types of conditions, including outdoor applications that are exposed to the sun and other weather elements. Before optical bonding, monitor displays were often difficult to view due to reflected sunlight or ambient artificial light, accumulation of dust, or condensation.

Users were compelled to block the light in some manner or frequently wipe the display clean in order to be able to read the screen or conduct transactions.

No longer. With optical bonding, the displays on Caltron Industries’ touchscreen monitors are consistently easy to see. As the use of Human Machine Interface, or HMI, technology becomes more prevalent, customers will increasingly expect the clear, high-contrast computer graphic displays that optical bonding provides.

Optical bonding provides an airtight seal between display and enclosure. With this gap eliminated, condensation and dust no longer obstruct the user’s view of the display.

Caltron Industries’ touchscreen monitors with optical bonding are ideal for use under all types of conditions, outdoors or indoors, regardless of application. In some cases, display readability is boosted by as much as 400 percent.

We offer optical bonding on our entire line of industrial LCD touchscreen monitors. The concept works equally well on all monitor sizes, including our 24-inch touchscreen.

Other Benefits of Optical Bonding

In addition to reducing reflected light and blocking out dust and moisture, optical bonding offers these benefits:

• Durable protection. Touchscreen monitor displays are able to resist scratches, cracks, and spills that can happen during prolonged periods of heavy use.

• Zero increased energy consumption.

• Enhanced shock and vibration resistance, important in particularly volatile applications such as those for the military or aerospace. Strong adhesives used in the bonding process ensure there is virtually no chance the glass will become separated from the display.

• Superior heat dissipation. Because the air gap is eliminated, heat is easily released through the top glass.

• Reduced electromagnetic interference, when the glass is equipped with EMI filters.

Useful in a Variety of Applications

Applications for which optical bonding industrial monitor is useful:

• Locations with high humidity, including arboretums or theme parks.

• Outdoor information kiosks.

• Drive-thru locations, where dust and dirt are common.

• Anywhere direct sunlight is a challenge.

Find Out More About Caltron’s Optical Bonding Solution

If you are weighing the advantages of optical bonding technology for your touchscreen monitors, Caltron Industries can help you with your decision.

Our engineers can assess whether your touchscreen monitors will be used in conditions that call for an optical bonding solution, then make a recommendation.

Call 510-440-1800 today to speak to a Caltron Industries sales engineer about your optical bonding options. For more information, you may also email us.

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High Definition 21.5” Touchscreen Monitor Line, Improved Visibility | Caltron Ind.

Caltron’s High-Definition LWT-215O Touch Screen Monitor Line Features Improved Visibility

New 21.5-inch Touchscreen Models Offer Resistive Touch Technology and Open-frame Design

A choice of touch technologies and an open-frame design make Caltron Industries’ new 21.5” LWT-215O series the most versatile industrial touchscreen monitor available today.

Caltron has incorporated projected capacitive touch technology, found in today’s smart phones, into the LWT-215OC. P-Cap offers sharp images, a rugged screen that holds up well when used continually or when temperatures fluctuate, and “multi-touch capability,” in which images can be controlled by using more than one finger.

The LWT-215OC also allows for more than one person to use the screen at the same time, ideal for collaborative uses.

A companion model, the LWT-215OR, implements resistive touch technology, which responds to any object, including the finger or stylus. Resistive touch is cheaper, consumes less energy and is preferable when users must wear gloves, such as with medical applications.

These wide touchscreen monitors are particularly suited for additional applications that include:
• ATMs
• Gaming machines
• Vending machines
• Digital signage
• Kiosks
• Aviation simulation
• Medical equipment

Caltron’s familiar open-frame concept, which simplifies installation into existing systems, makes possible the LWT-215O series’ wide range of uses.

The 21.5 inch touchscreen of the LWT-215O is slightly smaller than Caltron’s discontinued 22-inch touchscreen, but has improved visibility for users. Jim Wang, president of Caltron Industries, says, “The boost in resolution from 1680x1050 to 1920x1080 results in the LWT-215O being a real HD panel. Viewing angles are wider, too.”

Wang also said that all LWT-215O models offer LED backlighting, environmentally superior to conventional cold cathode fluorescent lamp illumination. CCFL consumes more energy and employs mercury, found to be harmful to humans.

Another energy-saving feature is the elimination of noisy fans. In the LWT-215O, heat is ventilated through slots in the metal chassis.

Caltron’s products can be ordered by contacting Caltron directly at 510-440-1800.


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