Macnica Value-add Services for Displays

Macnica Display Solutions & Services
Optical Bonding
Touch Screen Options
Cover Glass
Display Enhancements

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Macnica is your trusted partner for end-to-end display solutions, delivering exceptional support for your product development needs while helping you achieve cost efficiency. Whether you require a standard LCD module or a fully customized display, we have the expertise and resources to meet your demands.

If an off-the-shelf LCD module meets your needs, we will quickly ship it at a competitive price. However, if your project requires customization, our experienced U.S.-based team excels in designing and delivering complete display solutions. With our skilled personnel, advanced facilities, and reliable partners, we ensure your requirements are met precisely.

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Specification Reviews

We begin by reviewing your specifications and providing product recommendations that align with your goals.

From low-cost consumer LCD panels to high-performance displays for medical, industrial, POS, and digital signage applications, we offer a broad selection tailored to your needs.

Project management

When your project requires specialized services like optical bonding or other display enhancements, we manage the entire process, ensuring that the modules we supply meet your exact specifications.

Our full project management services guarantee that your project is completed on time and to the highest standards.

Testing and Troubleshooting

Our support doesn’t end with delivery. We remain engaged throughout your product development and into mass production, offering technical assistance whenever challenges arise.

Whether you need a design review, display testing, or advocacy with manufacturers, we are here to ensure your project’s success.

Warehousing, logistics and lifecycle management

From our ISO 9000-certified warehouse in San Jose, California, we offer tailored distribution programs, including long-term storage and just-in-time delivery.

We also provide lifecycle management services, notifying you when a display approaches end-of-life and securing a long-term supply, allowing you to maintain production without costly redesigns or recertifications.

Let us know your requirements, and we will design a comprehensive, cost-effective solution that meets your needs today and supports your growth tomorrow.

Upgrade Your Display with Optical Bonding for Enhanced Touch Functionality and Durability

Optical bonding is a critical process for enhancing LCD displays by attaching a touchscreen or protective glass directly to the panel. This technique fills the gap between layers with an optically transparent material, eliminating internal reflections, boosting brightness and contrast, and improving overall durability.

At Macnica, we provide three advanced optical bonding methods to suit various applications:

OCR (Optically Clear Resin - Wet Bonding): The most durable option, OCR excels at withstanding impacts, shocks, and vibrations. It’s ideal for outdoor applications, offering superior readability even in direct sunlight by eliminating internal reflections. The flexibility of OCR allows up to 2mm of resin, accommodating any irregularities in the display or housing. This process is suitable for a wide range of display sizes, from 1.33” up to 100.0” diagonals.

OCA (Optically Clear Adhesive - Dry Bonding): A faster and more cost-effective alternative, OCA bonding provides solid durability and good readability. It’s ideal for projects requiring efficient production times without compromising on quality, and supports displays from 1.33” to 65.0” diagonals.

Air Gap Bonding: The most economical option, Air Gap bonding uses double-sided tape to attach the cover glass. While less resistant to impact and shock, it’s a great choice for indoor applications where durability is less critical. This method can be applied to any size LCD display.

All optical bonding services are performed in the United States, ensuring quick turnaround times. By offering a range of bonding techniques, Macnica provides solutions that not only enhance the visual and tactile experience of your displays but also ensure they can withstand the demands of various environments.

Whether you’re looking to add touch capability, protect your displays from harsh conditions, or improve readability, our optical bonding services offer a tailored approach to meet your specific needs.

Add Touch Capacity to any Display up to 100"

Macnica offers a wide selection of LCD modules with built-in touch functionality, but for most projects, we bond a touch film or panel to your LCD display, typically adding a protective cover glass.

This process allows us to deliver a cost-effective, custom touch display tailored to your needs, with screen sizes ranging from 1.33” to 100” diagonals. We specialize in multiple touch technologies, each suited for specific applications:

Projected Capacitive Touch (PCAP)

PCAP technology uses a conductive grid that detects changes in the electromagnetic field caused by touch, even without direct contact.

This method offers high sensitivity, excellent image clarity, and multi-touch support, making it ideal for smartphones and high-end displays.

However, PCAP requires optical bonding with a cover glass and is susceptible to EMI/RFI interference.

Surface Capacitive Touch

This more economical option features a glass overlay with a conductive layer. It provides good image and touch clarity but is limited to single-touch use and requires a bare finger or capacitive stylus.

It is also sensitive to EMI/RFI interference but can be a cost-effective choice for many applications.

Resistive Touch

As a durable and cost-effective solution, resistive touch screens work by pressing two electrically resistive layers together.

While less sensitive and limited to single-touch, resistive touch can be used with gloved hands and withstands moisture and dust, making it popular in point-of-sale, medical, and industrial settings.

Infrared (IR) Touch

The original touch technology, IR, uses an array of invisible infrared light beams that detect touch when interrupted by a finger or stylus. IR touch screens offer long life, high accuracy, and preserve display clarity.

However, they are more expensive and sensitive to environmental factors like moisture and high ambient light.

Choosing the Right Touch Technology

Selecting the ideal touch technology depends on your application’s specific requirements. The Macnica team is here to guide you in choosing the best LCD panel, touch component, cover glass, and any necessary enhancements to ensure your project’s success.

Add Protective Cover Glass to Your Display for Enhanced Durability and Clarity

Macnica provides high-quality cover glass options for nearly any LCD display, enhancing durability, scratch resistance, and overall protection. Whether you need to bond a touch sensor, reinforce the display for tough environments, or both, we have the right solution.

Our Cover Glass Options Include:

Gorilla Glass

Manufactured by Corning®, Gorilla® Glass is the industry leader in protective cover glass, known for its exceptional break and scratch resistance. Available in various versions, it’s an excellent choice for reinforcing displays across industrial, medical, and consumer applications.

Gorilla Glass is extremely thin, flat, and distortion-free, thanks to Corning’s unique fusion process, and offers excellent durability at a surprisingly affordable cost.

Dragontrail Glass

Produced by AGC, Inc., Dragontrail™ Glass offers a lightweight, flexible, and highly scratch-resistant alternative. Known for its strength and smooth finish, Dragontrail is widely used by major electronic brands and is ideal for devices requiring both durability and aesthetic appeal.

It is also environmentally friendly, as it is manufactured without lead, arsenic, or antimony.

Soda Lime Glass

For projects where premium glass isn’t necessary, soda lime (or window glass) provides a cost-effective solution. It is chemically stable, reasonably hard, and can be strengthened or tempered for extra durability.

Manufactured using the float process, soda lime glass is flat, smooth, and distortion-free, making it a practical choice for touchscreens or additional display protection.

Why Choose Macnica for Cover Glass?

Our cover glass options are manufactured to the highest standards, ensuring your displays are protected against damage while maintaining clarity and performance.

We also offer bonding services to integrate your selected cover glass with your LCD, providing a seamless and durable solution tailored to your needs.

Whether you need enhanced protection, touch capability, or both, Macnica has the expertise to deliver a customized, cost-effective display solution.

Tailor Your LCD Display to Meet Specific Needs with Customization Options

Often, an off-the-shelf LCD panel or module needs additional customization to align perfectly with your product’s requirements and operating environment. Macnica specializes in a broad range of enhancements, all performed domestically in the United States to ensure quality and quick turnaround.

Available Customization Services Include:

Special Surface Treatments

The final surface applied to your LCD module or cover glass can greatly enhance its utility. We offer a variety of specialized coatings and films:

Anti-Glare Surfaces: Improve brightness and contrast for better visibility.
Anti-Reflective Coatings: Minimize unwanted reflections.
Combination Films: Anti-glare/anti-reflective films offer a dual advantage by reducing both glare and reflections.
Anti-Bacterial/Anti-Viral Coatings: Ensure the safety of touch screen users, particularly in high-traffic or healthcare environments.
Anti-Finger Smudge Coatings: Keep screens clean and clear.
Oleophobic Coatings: Repel grease and oil for easier cleaning and maintenance.

Custom and Semi-Custom Backlights

Enhance your display’s visual performance with backlighting solutions tailored to your needs:

High-Bright Backlights: Ensure sunlight readability for outdoor displays.
Extended-Color Backlights: Broaden the color gamut for vibrant visuals.
Low-Profile Designs: Fit thin displays into compact spaces.
Heat-Sink Technology: Extend the lifespan of your display by managing heat.
Flexible Sizes and Shapes: Achieve unique designs with custom backlight shapes.

Custom Fabrication Services

If you need additional display-related components, we can:

Build Enclosures and Bezels: Craft metal or plastic frames to suit your display.
Create Open Frame Assemblies: Ideal for video walls and digital signage.
Fabricate Kiosks: Design interactive kiosks tailored to your application.
Add Embedded Electronics: Integrate CPUs and other components for a complete system solution.

Private Labeling

Ensure your displays carry your brand’s identity with:

Silk Screen Printing: Add logos, model names, and other information directly onto cover glass or enclosures.
Color Matching: Match your branding precisely with Pantone colors.

IP67 and IP68 Waterproofing

Protect your displays from water and dust with custom-designed housings that meet international IP67 or IP68 standards for ingress protection.

These ratings ensure that your displays remain operational in harsh environments.

Optical Bonding

Enhance display durability and performance by bonding touchscreens, special films, or cover glass to the LCD panel using advanced methods:

OCR (Wet Bonding): Optically clear resin provides superior durability.
OCA (Dry Bonding): Optically clear adhesive offers a more cost-effective solution.
Air Gap: Double-sided tape is used for an economical bonding option.