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Character LCD Displays
Browse 43+ character LCD display modules from 8x2 to 40x4. Affordable, customizable, TN/STN/FSTN. Ideal for industrial, medical, automotive and more. Request specs today.
Affordable Character LCD Displays
US Micro Products offers 43+ character LCD display modules from 8x2 to 40x4, serving OEMs across the wearable, medical, gaming, military, industrial, consumer, kiosk, automotive, and aerospace markets.
Character LCD Features
Most Affordable Option
Character LCDs are some of the most affordable, customizable display options on the market — delivering the lowest cost per unit for procurement teams targeting competitive pricing.
8x2 to 40x4 Configurations
Wide selection of character layouts including 8x2, 16x1, 16x2, 16x4, 20x2, 20x4, 24x2, 40x2, and 40x4 — each with 5x8 dot matrix characters.
TN, STN, and FSTN Glass
Three glass technologies to match your requirements: TN for basic applications, STN for improved viewing angles, FSTN for superior contrast with white LED backlights.
COB, COG, COF, TAB Mounting
Four IC mounting options — Chip on Board, Chip on Glass, Chip on Film, and Tape Automated Bonding — to meet your mechanical and integration requirements.
Product Catalog
Showing 1–20 of 45 products
| Size | Part Number | Char | Module Size | Dot Size | Viewing Area | Operating Temp. | Viewing Angle | Backlight Type | LED Color | System Interface | Glass | Touch Panel | Image | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.51" | USMP-S015-008002NEN-A0 | 8 x 2 | 58 x 32 x 13.2 | 5 x 8 | 27.88 x 11.5 | 0°C ~ 50°C | 45 / 60 / 40 / 40 | LED | Yellow / Green | 6800 | STN | N/A | POS | |
| 1.51" | USMP-S015-008002NEN-B0 | 8 x 2 | 58 x 32 x 13.2 | 5 x 8 | 27.88 x 11.5 | 0°C ~ 50°C | 60 / 45 / 40 / 40 | LED | Yellow / Green | 6800 | STN | N/A | POS | |
| 1.47" | USMP-S015-016002NEN-A0 | 16 x 2 | 53 x 21.8 x 8.5 | 5 x 8 | 34.1 x 7.4 | 0°C ~ 50°C | 45 / 60 / 40 / 40 | LED | Yellow / Green | 6800 | STN | N/A | POS | |
| 1.47" | USMP-S015-016002NEN-B0 | 16 x 2 | 53 x 21.8 x 8.5 | 5 x 8 | 34.1 x 7.4 | -20°C ~ 70°C | 45 / 60 / 40 / 40 | LED | Yellow / Green | 6800 | STN | N/A | POS | |
| 1.47" | USMP-S015-016002NEN-C0 | 16 x 2 | 53 x 21.8 x 8.5 | 5 x 8 | 34.1 x 7.4 | -20°C ~ 70°C | 40 / 50 / 50 / 50 | LED | White | 6800 | STN | N/A | NEG | |
| 2.53" | USMP-S025-016002NEN-A0 | 16 x 2 | 84 x 44 x 14.1 | 5 x 8 | 56.2 x 11.5 | -20°C ~ 70°C | 60 / 45 / 40 / 40 | LED | Yellow / Green | 6800 | STN | N/A | POS | |
| 2.53" | USMP-S025-016002NEN-B0 | 16 x 2 | 84 x 44 x 14.1 | 5 x 8 | 56.2 x 11.5 | 0°C ~ 50°C | 45 / 60 / 40 / 40 | LED | Yellow / Green | 6800 | STN | N/A | POS | |
| 2.53" | USMP-S025-016002NEN-C0 | 16 x 2 | 84 x 44 x 14.1 | 5 x 8 | 56.2 x 11.5 | 0°C ~ 50°C | 50 / 60 / 40 / 40 | LED | White | 6800 | FSTN | N/A | POS | |
| 2.53" | USMP-S025-016002NEN-D0 | 16 x 2 | 80 x 36 x 13 | 5 x 8 | 57.7 x 9.4 | 0°C ~ 50°C | 45 / 60 / 40 / 40 | LED | Yellow / Green | 6800 | STN | N/A | POS | |
| 2.6" | USMP-S026-016001NEN-A0 | 16 x 1 | 80 x 36 x 13.2 | 5 x 8 | 59.62 x 6.56 | -20°C ~ 70°C | 45 / 60 / 40 / 40 | LED | Yellow / Green | 6800 | STN | N/A | POS | |
| 2.6" | USMP-S026-016001NEN-B0 | 16 x 1 | 80 x 36 x 13 | 5 x 8 | 59.62 x 6.56 | 0°C ~ 50°C | 45 / 60 / 40 / 40 | LED | Yellow / Green | 6800 | STN | N/A | POS | |
| 2.63" | USMP-S026-016004NEN-A0 | 16 x 4 | 87 x 60 x 14.3 | 5 x 8 | 56.2 x 20.8 | -20°C ~ 70°C | 45 / 60 / 40 / 40 | LED | Yellow / Green | 6800 | STN | N/A | POS | |
| 2.63" | USMP-S026-016004NEN-B0 | 16 x 4 | 87 x 60 x 14.3 | 5 x 8 | 56.2 x 20.8 | 0°C ~ 50°C | 45 / 60 / 40 / 40 | LED | Yellow / Green | 6800 | STN | N/A | POS | |
| 2.73" | USMP-S027-016001NEN-A0 | 16 x 2 | 80 x 36 x 13 | 5 x 8 | 57.7 x 9.4 | 0°C ~ 50°C | 45 / 60 / 40 / 40 | LED | Yellow / Green | 6800 | STN | N/A | POS | |
| 2.68" | USMP-S027-016002NEN-A0 | 16 x 2 | 85 x 36 x 14.5 | 5 x 8 | 56.21 x 11.5 | 0°C ~ 50°C | 45 / 60 / 40 / 40 | LED | White | 6800 | STN | N/A | POS | |
| 2.68" | USMP-S027-016002NEN-B0 | 16 x 2 | 85 x 36 x 14.5 | 5 x 8 | 56.21 x 11.5 | 0°C ~ 50°C | 45 / 60 / 40 / 40 | LED | Yellow / Green | 6800 | STN | N/A | POS | |
| 2.73" | USMP-S027-016002NEN-B0 | 16 x 2 | 80 x 36 x 13 | 5 x 8 | 57.7 x 9.4 | 0°C ~ 50°C | 50 / 60 / 40 / 40 | LED | White | 6800 | FSTN | N/A | POS | |
| 2.73" | USMP-S027-016002NEN-C0 | 16 x 2 | 80 x 36 x 13 | 5 x 8 | 57.7 x 9.4 | 0°C ~ 50°C | 40 / 50 / 50 / 50 | LED | White | 6800 | STN | N/A | NEG | |
| 2.73" | USMP-S027-016002NEN-C0 | 16 x 2 | 80 x 36 x 13 | 5 x 8 | 57.7 x 9.4 | 0°C ~ 50°C | 50 / 60 / 40 / 40 | LED | White | 6800 | FSTN | N/A | POS | |
| 2.73" | USMP-S027-016002NEN-D0 | 16 x 2 | 80 x 36 x 13 | 5 x 8 | 57.7 x 9.4 | -20°C ~ 70°C | 45 / 60 / 40 / 40 | LED | Yellow / Green | 6800 | STN | N/A | POS |
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Applications
Industrial
PLC readouts, motor controllers, HVAC panels, factory automation, power meters
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Blood glucose meters, device status panels, infusion pump displays
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Automotive gauges, dashboard indicators, climate control readouts
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Gas pumps, phones, cameras, toys, appliance controls, vending machines
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Gaming accessories, arcade equipment status displays
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Field instrumentation, portable equipment readouts
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Compact status displays for wearable devices
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Point-of-sale terminals, queue management displays
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Cockpit status panels, portable flight instruments
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Engineering and Supply Chain Solutions for Character LCD Displays
From custom configurations to end-of-life replacement, our solutions ensure your character LCD integration is supported from prototype through production — with the reliability and price stability procurement demands:
Custom Display Engineering
Tailored character LCD modules around optical, mechanical, and electrical requirements.
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Supply Chain Management
Inventory management and logistics ensuring stable availability and competitive lead times.
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EOL Display Replacement
Cross-reference and redesign when your current character LCD reaches end of life.
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Why Choose US Micro Products for Character LCD
Decades of display engineering expertise, direct manufacturer partnerships, and a relentless focus on your success.
Most affordable display option
Character LCDs are the most cost-effective display technology on the market — ideal for high-volume, price-sensitive applications where procurement targets aggressive unit costs.
Wide selection of configurations
From compact 8x2 modules to large 40x4 panels, with TN, STN, and FSTN glass, positive and negative display modes, and multiple backlight options.
Designed for harsh conditions
Our character LCDs can be specified for extended temperature ranges and demanding environments — from factory floors to outdoor installations.
Custom Display Solutions
Every module can serve as a starting point for customization around your application requirements.
Technology Comparison
Character LCD vs. Graphic LCD
Choose the right LCD technology for your application requirements.
Character LCD
Text & Symbol Displays
Best for: Industrial readouts, instrumentation, HVAC, appliance panels — anywhere text content is sufficient
Graphic LCD
Pixel-Level Control
Best for: Custom UIs, waveforms, bar charts, logos, multi-language text, and richer visual content
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Quick reference for all display technology terminology.
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Character Display Selection Support
Our engineers evaluate your optical, mechanical, electrical, and environmental requirements to recommend the optimal panel.
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