18.8 Inch Long Strip TFT LCD Module
MODEL: HT188HBM
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| LCD PANEL PARAMETERS | DRIVER BOARD SPECIFICATIONS | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ITEM | DETAILS | ITEM | DETAILS |
| Model Number | HT188HBM | Input Interface | LVDS, 30 Pins |
| Brand | HITULCD | Signal Type | LVDS |
| Product Series | 21.5" Cut Panel Series | OSD KEYS | Depends on LVDS controller |
| Diagonal Size | 18.8" Cut Stretched Bar (Cut from 21.5" Panel, 1/5 Cut) | OSD CONTROL | Depends on LVDS controller |
| Resolution | 1920 × 216, Aspect Ratio 8.89:1 (>3:1) | ||
| Product Category | Graphic Type Display | ||
| Panel Type | a‑Si TFT‑LCD, Complete LCM Module | ||
| Physical Shape | Flat Rectangle | ||
| Display Area (A.A) | 476.64(W) × 53.62(H) mm | ||
| Overall Dimension | 506.64(W) × 83.62(H) mm | ||
| Max Thickness | 20 mm | ||
| LCD Technology | IPS, Transmissive Polarizer | ||
| Typical Brightness | 500 NITS (Customizable: 300~1000 NITS) | ||
| Transmissive Contrast Ratio | Not specified | ||
| Viewing Angle | 89°/89°/89°/89°(Min.)(L/R/U/D) | ||
| Viewing Direction | Full Viewing Angle | ||
| Display Colors | 16.7M Colors | ||
| Backlight Type | WLED | ||
| Touch Panel | Without Touch Function | ||
| Application Fields | Digital Signage, Cut Stretched Bar Displays | ||
| Operating Temperature | 0 ~ 50 °C | ||
| Storage Temperature | -20 ~ 70 °C | ||
OEM / ODM Custom-Size TFT LCD Solutions — Your Size, Your Interface, Your Enclosure
Your product shouldn't have to be redesigned around a standard screen. We build the display around your product.
From 18.8" long-strip modules to fully customized cut-to-size panels, we help engineering teams in Europe and North America get displays that fit the exact opening, bezel and mounting structure of their equipment. Cut dimension, brightness, touch, interface, driver board and mechanical integration are all handled under one project team.
Any size your design needs. We review every requested dimension against the panel's actual circuit layout. If it can be done, we tell you how, with a marked cut-line drawing. If it can't, we tell you that up front and propose the closest alternative, before you spend on samples.
1. Why Custom-Size Displays?
Standard TFT sizes (16:9, 4:3) are built for consumer devices, not for shelf edges, vending fascias, elevator doors or control cabinets. Designing around them often means:
| Problem with standard screens | What a custom-size display gives you |
|---|---|
| Wasted screen area behind the bezel | Active area matched to the visible opening |
| Enclosure redesign or extra tooling | Display adapted to your existing enclosure |
| Awkward UI on the wrong aspect ratio | Content layout designed for strip / bar / square formats |
| Longer time-to-market | Feasibility review first, then sampling |
| Compromise on brightness or durability | Panel specified for your real environment |
2. What We Can Customize
| Category | Options |
|---|---|
| Size & shape | Cut-to-length strips, non-standard rectangles, narrow-bezel fits; straight-line cuts on the feasible axis |
| Resolution & aspect ratio | Standard bar formats (approx. 5:1 to 32:1 ‡) or project-specific ratios |
| Brightness | 250 to 1,000+ cd/m² for indoor, semi-outdoor and high-ambient-light installations |
| Touch | Projected capacitive (PCAP) with custom cover glass, glove / wet-touch tuning, printed ink and logo |
| Optical | Optical bonding, anti-glare, anti-reflective, anti-fingerprint, privacy film on request |
| Interface | LVDS, eDP, MIPI DSI, RGB, HDMI via driver board; custom FPC / cable length and connector |
| Electronics | Driver board, controller PCBA, power board, embedded Linux / Android control board on request |
| Environmental | Standard 0 to +50 °C ‡, industrial and wide-temperature grades ‡, humidity and vibration options |
| Mechanical | Bezel, bracket, housing, mounting holes, gasket, front-panel assembly |
| Packaging & labeling | Private labeling, custom carton, ESD-safe trays, barcode / serial traceability |
3. OEM vs. ODM — Choose Your Level of Engagement
| OEM | ODM | |
|---|---|---|
| You provide | Complete specification and drawings | Application requirements and target use case |
| We provide | Manufacturing to your spec, under your brand | Concept, engineering, design, prototyping and manufacturing |
| Best for | Teams with defined hardware and their own engineers | Teams that need a display partner, not just a supplier |
| Typical scope | Cut-to-size, private label, custom packaging | Full display subsystem: panel + touch + board + mechanics |
| IP | Your design remains yours | Ownership defined in project agreement; NDA available |
Most customers start with an OEM-style cut project and grow into ODM as the product line expands.
4. How a Custom-Size Project Works
| Stage | What happens | Typical time ‡ |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Requirement review | Share drawings, target size, environment and volume | 1 to 2 days |
| 2. Feasibility report | Panel selection, cut direction, layout keep-out check, method recommendation (mechanical or ultra-fast laser), risk summary | 3 to 5 working days |
| 3. Quotation | Unit price, NRE (if any), MOQ, lead time | 1 to 2 days |
| 4. Engineering samples | Prototype lot (e.g., 20 pcs) with cut, edge sealing and integration | 3 to 4 weeks |
| 5. Validation | Optical check, reliability tests, customer approval | 2 to 4 weeks |
| 6. Pilot run | Small-batch build to confirm yield and process stability | 2 to 3 weeks |
| 7. Mass production | Scheduled deliveries, 100% functional test, traceability | 6 to 8 weeks from PO ‡ |
To start, we only need: a mechanical drawing or target dimensions, the required tolerance, your interface and touch needs, the operating environment, and your estimated volume.
5. Process Control You Can Audit
Cutting a TFT-LCD is a precision process. These are the controls behind it.
Cutting
Method chosen per project: mechanical scribe-and-break or ultra-fast laser
Typical tolerance ±0.2 mm (mechanical) / ±0.1 mm (laser) ‡, confirmed per project
Cut line kept clear of Gate / Source routing, driver IC / FPC area and seal line
Edge quality & sealing
Microscope inspection of edge chipping and micro-cracks against an agreed standard
UV and / or thermal-cure re-sealing of the cut edge for moisture and leakage protection ‡
Edge light-shielding to control light leakage and edge Mura
Reliability validation (grade selected per project)
High / low temperature storage, 85 °C / 85% RH damp heat, thermal shock, vibration, shock and drop
Report sharing under NDA for comparable projects
Quality system
ISO 9001-managed production ‡, incoming panel inspection, in-process checks, 100% functional test before shipment
Serial-number traceability and retained samples per lot
6. Where Our Custom Displays Are Used in Europe & North America
Retail & Grocery
Shelf-edge information strips, gondola-end displays, refrigerated-case digital price and promotion bars. Panels are trimmed to match shelf heights across store formats, so a single design can roll out across hundreds of locations.
Vending, Kiosk & Self-Service
Top-mounted attract banners, status and payment strips, and narrow fascia displays for smart vending, parcel lockers, EV charging stations and ticketing machines.
Transportation & Elevators
Passenger-information tickers for buses, trams and trains, elevator door and lobby wayfinding strips. High-brightness options for high-ambient-light stations and stops.
Industrial Automation & HMI
Machine-status bars, production-line dashboards and control-cabinet panels where cabinet cutouts are fixed and space is tight.
Gaming & Entertainment
Jackpot banners, slot-cabinet top boxes and arcade marquee displays that need long, continuous formats and eye-catching brightness.
Smart Building & Home
Thermostat, intercom, access-control and energy-monitoring panels that require non-standard shapes to match interior design.
Other
Fitness equipment, professional audio and broadcast consoles, medical and lab equipment control strips (application-specific regulatory approval remains the responsibility of the end product manufacturer).
7. Compliance & Documentation for Western Markets
| Area | Support |
|---|---|
| RoHS / REACH | Declarations of conformity available for panels and driver boards |
| CE / FCC | Available for driver-board kits and finished assemblies as required ‡ |
| Safety | Support for customer-side UL / IEC / EN 62368-1 certification ‡ |
| Conflict minerals / Halogen-free | Declarations on request |
| Documentation | Datasheet, 2D / 3D drawings, interface spec, inspection standard, packing spec, reliability report, COC |
| Logistics | EXW / FOB / CIF / DDP, EU and US shipping experience, HS code and commercial invoice support |
| Confidentiality | NDA before drawings are shared; drawings are never reused for other customers |
| Long-term supply | Lifecycle planning, last-time-buy notifications, second-source strategies for critical parts |
8. Why Engineers and Buyers Work With Us
Feasibility first. We evaluate before we cut, and we tell you plainly if a request isn't viable.
One accountable partner. Panel, touch, board, mechanics and packaging under one project manager.
Fast engineering response. Technical questions answered by engineers, typically within 24 hours.
Transparent process. Cut method, sealing, inspection and test data documented and shareable.
Scales with you. From 20-piece prototypes to volume rollouts, with stable quality between lots.
Supply-chain clarity. Clear lead times, buffer stock options and lifecycle communication.
9. Frequently Asked Questions
Can you really cut to any size?We can cut to almost any dimension the panel's layout allows. Cutting is normally possible along one axis, on the side away from the driver IC / FPC and fan-out routing. Every request goes through a feasibility review, and we will suggest alternatives if your dimension isn't achievable on a given panel.
Do I need to commit to NRE before feasibility?No. The feasibility review is free with drawing submission. NRE, if any, is quoted afterward and can be waived or partly refunded against volume commitments ‡.
What's the smallest quantity you'll build?Prototype lots start at around 20 pcs. Production MOQ depends on the panel and process, typically 100 to 500 pcs for custom-cut projects ‡.
Can you handle the touch, cover glass and driver board too?Yes. We supply integrated kits including PCAP touch, cover glass with printing, optical bonding and LVDS / eDP / HDMI driver boards.
How do you protect our design?Under NDA, with restricted access to drawings. Ownership of custom tooling and designs is defined in the project agreement.
What about long-term availability?We plan the supply chain for OEM programs, including panel lifecycle tracking and advance notice of EOL changes.
10. Start Your Custom-Size Project
Send us your drawing or target dimensions and we'll return a feasibility report.
Please include:
[ ] Target dimensions and tolerance (2D drawing preferred)
[ ] Application and operating environment
[ ] Resolution, interface, touch and brightness needs
[ ] Reliability grade (consumer / industrial / wide-temp)
[ ] Prototype quantity and estimated annual volume
[ ] Certifications required in your market
[ ] Target launch date and delivery destination
Engineering & Sales Contact📧 [your-sales-email]🌐 https://www.hitulcd.com
We reply to all engineering inquiries within 24 hours.
Values marked ‡ are typical references and may vary by panel and project. Final specifications are confirmed in the customer-specific datasheet and approved sample.
18.8" Long Strip (Stretched Bar) TFT LCD Module — Customizable for OEM / ODM Integration
Ultra-wide bar-type TFT-LCD for space-constrained equipment. Standard version available for fast sampling; cut-to-size (custom length) option available for projects where standard sizes do not fit.
Who it's for: Hardware engineers, sourcing / procurement managers and project leads designing shelf-edge displays, vending and kiosk fascias, elevator and transit information strips, industrial control panels and gaming / commercial terminals.
1. Product Overview
The 18.8" Long Strip TFT LCD Module is a bar-type display with an extreme aspect ratio (approx. 5:1), designed for products where a standard 16:9 or 4:3 screen wastes space or cannot fit the mechanical opening. The LCD glass, backlight and driver electronics are engineered specifically for the elongated form factor, delivering uniform brightness from edge to edge.
Beyond the standard module, we support project-based customization: length trimming (cuttable series), high brightness, capacitive touch, optical bonding, wide-temperature operation and interface / driver-board adaptation, so you can match the display to your enclosure rather than redesigning the enclosure around the display.
Key benefits
Fits where standard screens can't — narrow bezels, shelf edges, door panels, fascia strips
Uniform edge-to-edge luminance — purpose-built backlight, not a cut-down standard panel
Engineering-led customization — feasibility review before any tooling or cutting commitment
Industrial-grade options — high brightness, wide temperature, 24/7 duty-cycle operation
Full documentation support — datasheet, 2D/3D drawings, sample reports, RoHS / REACH declarations
2. Key Specifications
Values marked ‡ are typical / industry-standard reference values. Final values are confirmed in the customer-specific datasheet and approval sample.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Display Type | a-Si TFT-LCD, transmissive, IPS / ADS wide-view ‡ |
| Diagonal Size | 18.8 inch (approx. 477 mm) |
| Aspect Ratio | Approx. 5.3 : 1 ‡ |
| Resolution | 1920 × 360 ‡ (other resolutions on request) |
| Active Area | Approx. 469 × 88 mm ‡ |
| Color Depth | 16.7M colors (8-bit RGB) ‡ |
| Brightness | 500 cd/m² typical ‡ (high-brightness up to 1,000 cd/m² on request) |
| Contrast Ratio | 1000 : 1 typical ‡ |
| Viewing Angle | 80 / 80 / 80 / 80 (L/R/U/D) typical ‡ |
| Backlight | LED, edge-lit / bar-type; life ≥ 50,000 h ‡ |
| Interface | LVDS ‡ (HDMI / eDP via driver board on request) |
| Touch Options | None / Projected Capacitive (PCAP) |
| Surface Options | Anti-glare, anti-reflective, optical bonding, cover glass |
| Operating Temp. | 0 ~ +50 °C standard ‡; –20 ~ +70 °C wide-temp option ‡ |
| Storage Temp. | –30 ~ +80 °C ‡ |
| Operating Life | 24/7 duty-cycle capable |
| Compliance | RoHS, REACH; CE / FCC for driver-board kits |
3. Customization Options
| Option | What we can do |
|---|---|
| Cut-to-size (length trimming) | Trim one axis to a non-standard dimension to fit custom enclosures — subject to feasibility review (see Section 4) |
| Brightness | Standard 500 cd/m² up to high-brightness for sunlight-readable / transit environments |
| Touch | PCAP touch with custom cover glass, printing and ink color |
| Optical bonding | Air-gap-free bonding for improved contrast, anti-condensation and impact resistance |
| Interface / driver board | LVDS, HDMI, eDP, custom PCBA, connector and FPC/cable length adaptation |
| Temperature grade | Consumer, industrial and wide-temperature versions |
| Mechanical | Bezel, bracket, mounting hole and housing adaptation |
4. Custom Cutting — Technical Feasibility & Process Control
For customers who need a non-standard length, we review each project against the exact panel structure before committing to samples. Here is how we evaluate and control the process.
4.1 Cutting Method
| Method | Typical use | Considerations |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical scribe-and-break (cutting wheel) | Straight-line cuts, cost-sensitive volume projects | Lower cost; edge chipping and micro-cracks must be controlled with process parameters and post-cut inspection |
| Ultra-fast (picosecond / femtosecond) laser | Tight tolerance, small margin to circuitry, higher edge-quality requirements | Higher edge quality and lower micro-crack risk; higher process cost |
The method is recommended per project based on your required tolerance, distance to the array circuitry and volume. We share the reasoning in the feasibility report.
Typical cutting tolerance: ±0.2 mm (mechanical) / ±0.1 mm (laser) ‡ — final tolerance confirmed by the feasibility review.
4.2 Circuit Routing & Layout Avoidance
Cutting is only feasible on a panel axis that does not interfere with the Gate / Source fan-out routing, driver IC / FPC bonding area or the active TFT array. The cut line must also retain enough safety margin from the seal (sealant) line and peripheral circuitry.
To confirm feasibility, please provide:
Target dimensions and tolerance (mechanical drawing, 2D DXF/DWG or PDF)
Required active-area size and allowed border / bezel width
Preferred cut direction and driver / FPC side
Any critical keep-out or mounting constraints
Target volume and application environment
We then compare this against the panel's cell drawing / layout data and return a feasibility report with a marked cut-line drawing (typically within 3–5 working days ‡).
4.3 Edge Quality Standards
| Item | Control |
|---|---|
| Edge flatness / chipping | Inspected under microscope; no chips extending into the seal or active area |
| Micro-cracks | Cracks limited to a defined depth from the edge; 100% visual inspection + sampling under magnification |
| Edge treatment | Optional edge grinding / chamfer to relieve stress and improve handling safety |
| Cleanliness | Cut in controlled environment; particle and residue cleaning after cutting |
Specific acceptance criteria (e.g., maximum chip size, crack length) are agreed in a customer-approved Inspection Standard before sample release.
5. Sealing, Reliability & Optical Performance
5.1 Edge Sealing (Anti-Leakage / Anti-Moisture)
After cutting, the exposed cell edge is re-sealed to protect the liquid crystal and polarizer interface from moisture ingress and leakage.
Process: Precision dispensing of UV-curable and / or thermal-cure sealant along the cut edge, followed by controlled curing ‡
Coverage: Full edge coverage including polarizer edge and glass-to-glass interface
Verification: Visual inspection, leak / stain checks and reliability testing on sample lots
5.2 Reliability Testing
Cut-and-sealed modules are validated against the customer's target grade. Typical test plan (grade selectable per project):
| Test | Typical Condition ‡ | Industrial / Wide-temp Grade ‡ |
|---|---|---|
| High-temperature storage | +80 °C, 240 h | +85 °C, 500 h |
| Low-temperature storage | –30 °C, 240 h | –40 °C, 500 h |
| High-temp / high-humidity (85/85) | +60 °C / 90% RH, 240 h | +85 °C / 85% RH, 500 h |
| Thermal shock | –30 ↔ +80 °C, 100 cycles | –40 ↔ +85 °C, 100–200 cycles |
| Vibration | Per IEC 60068-2-6 (sine) | Per project requirement |
| Mechanical shock / drop | Packaged drop test per ISTA; unit-level shock per project spec | Per project requirement |
Test data: Reliability reports from comparable cut projects can be shared under NDA. Please tell us your target grade (consumer / industrial) and we will propose the matching test plan and reference data.
5.3 Optical Performance After Cutting
Edge-region optical quality — light leakage, color shift and edge Mura — is evaluated on every custom project:
Backlight matching: Backlight length is matched to the cut LCD to avoid edge hotspots or dark bands
Light-leakage control: Light-shielding tape / bezel design at the cut edge
Inspection: Full-white, full-black and gray-level patterns under standard conditions, with edge Mura judged against a signed-off limit sample
Optical bonding (optional): Helps reduce edge reflection and improves perceived uniformity
6. Cost, Yield & Lead Time
Figures below are typical planning references. Firm quotations depend on panel, cut dimension, method and volume.
| Item | Typical Reference ‡ |
|---|---|
| Feasibility review | Free of charge with drawing submission |
| NRE (tooling, jigs, process development) | Project-based; quoted after feasibility review. Waived or partially refunded above agreed volume commitment |
| Prototype quantity | 20 pcs standard sample lot |
| Sample lead time | Approx. 3–4 weeks after drawing and sample approval ‡ |
| Mass-production lead time | Approx. 6–8 weeks after PO and approved samples ‡ |
| Expected mass-production yield (cut process) | Target ≥ 95% ‡ for straight-line cutting; confirmed after pilot run |
| MOQ | Standard modules: low MOQ / sample-friendly. Custom-cut projects: typically 100–500 pcs ‡ |
| Payment terms | T/T; L/C by agreement |
| Incoterms | EXW / FOB / CIF / DDP by agreement |
7. Applications
Retail: Shelf-edge price displays, gondola strips, refrigerated case digital labels
Vending & Kiosk: Top-mounted attract screens, status strips, payment-terminal banners
Transportation: Bus / train passenger information tickers, elevator door and lobby fascia displays
Industrial: Machine status strips, production-line dashboards, equipment control panels
Gaming & Entertainment: Jackpot banners, slot-machine top boxes, arcade cabinets
Digital Signage: Narrow architectural recesses, wayfinding strips
8. Quality, Compliance & Support
Quality system: ISO 9001-managed production and 100% functional testing before shipment ‡
Environmental compliance: RoHS and REACH declarations available on request
Documentation: Datasheet, 2D/3D drawings, interface specification, inspection standard, packing specification
Long-term supply: Lifecycle and EOL notification planning for OEM projects
Warranty: 12 months standard ‡ (extended terms available for volume programs)
Packaging: ESD-safe, shock-protected export cartons
9. Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Can I get the standard 18.8" module first, before committing to a custom cut?Yes. We recommend evaluating the standard module first. Custom cutting is reviewed when the standard size cannot fit your enclosure.
Q2. Can you cut in both directions?Generally only one axis is feasible, because the other side holds the driver IC / FPC and fan-out routing. Feasibility depends on the exact panel layout.
Q3. Will cutting affect the warranty and reliability?Cut modules are qualified through a project-specific reliability plan. Warranty terms for custom-cut products are defined in the project agreement.
Q4. Can you supply the driver board and touch together?Yes. We can supply LVDS / HDMI / eDP driver boards, PCAP touch and cover glass as an integrated kit.
Q5. Do you provide samples?Yes. Standard samples ship quickly; custom-cut samples follow the lead time in Section 6.
Q6. What documents do I need to send to start?See the RFQ checklist below.
10. Request a Quote / Feasibility Review
To help us respond quickly and accurately, please send:
[ ] Target size / cut dimension and tolerance (drawing preferred)
[ ] Resolution, interface and touch requirements
[ ] Brightness and operating temperature range
[ ] Application and environment (indoor / outdoor / vehicle)
[ ] Target quantity — prototype and annual volume
[ ] Target reliability grade (consumer / industrial)
[ ] Required certifications
[ ] Target delivery date and destination
Contact our engineering team:📧 Email: [your-sales-email]🌐 Website: https://www.hitulcd.com
We reply to all engineering inquiries within 24 hours.
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Values marked ‡ are typical references; please request the latest datasheet for confirmed parameters.
Know The Terms Before You Inquire.
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01 — Shipping Terms
Incoterms Available
EXW
Ex Works — pick up from our factory
FOB
Free On Board — most common for ocean freight
CIF
Cost, Insurance & Freight — to your port
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02 — Order Minimum
MOQ: 1 Units
Applies to standard specs. Custom brightness, cutting or bezel may adjust MOQ, confirmed at quotation. Sample units available before bulk order
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03 — Payment Protection
Multiple Secured Methods
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Legal Company Name
Shenzhen Hantu Jiashi Technology Co., Ltd.
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Unified Social Credit Code
91440300306068446B
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Legal Representative
YUN CHEN
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Registered Capital
RMB 2,000,000
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Established
May 23, 2014 (11+ years operation)
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Business Status
● Active / In Operation
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Registered Factory Address
Building B, Gangshen Innovation Park, Huaning Road, Dalang Sub-district, Longhua District, Shenzhen, Guangdong, China
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