24" Non-Standard Aspect Ratio Stretched Bar LCD Panel

Custom-Cut TFT LCD Display for Digital Signage, Retail Shelf Edge & Transit Information Boards

A precision glass-cut 24" bar-type LCD panel engineered for applications that standard 16:9 displays cannot fit — shelf-edge advertising, elevator/corridor signage, metro & bus information boards, and control-room status bars. Built on A-grade mother glass from BOE / LG / Innolux, cut and re-sealed in-house to deliver stable, industrial-grade performance for 24/7 operation.

Note: Values marked (typ.) below follow industry-standard specifications for this panel size/segment. Please request the factory datasheet or a sample to confirm exact figures for your project before finalizing a BOM.

Key Specifications

Overview

Standard-size LCD panels are mass-produced in fixed aspect ratios (16:9, 4:3, etc.), which leaves a gap for ultra-wide, narrow-height, or otherwise "non-standard" display spaces. Hitulcd closes that gap by precision-cutting standard mother glass panels into custom bar and stretched formats — without sacrificing the optical and reliability performance expected from a finished TFT module.

The 24" stretched bar panel is one of our most requested formats, commonly deployed as:

• Retail shelf-edge / gondola-end displays — pricing, promotions, and dynamic content in narrow shelf spaces

• Elevator, corridor & lobby signage — landscape or portrait bar displays in constrained architectural spaces

• Transit & metro information boards — arrival times, route maps, service alerts

• Control room / SCADA status bars — continuous data strips above or below primary monitors

• DMD / marquee / arcade cabinet displays — for OEM equipment integrators

Why Buy Cut Panels Instead of a Native Bar Display

For engineers evaluating both routes: cut panels are the pragmatic choice for custom or non-catalog aspect ratios, provided the cutting and sealing process meets your reliability bar — see the technical section below.

Technical Process & Reliability — Engineer & Project Manager FAQ

1. Cutting Process & Feasibility

Q: What cutting method do you recommend for our target dimensions and tolerance?We evaluate case-by-case based on final size, tolerance requirements, and panel layer structure:

• Mechanical scribe-and-break (wheel cutting): cost-effective for straight-line cuts with standard tolerance (±0.3–0.5 mm), suited to higher-volume production.

• Ultra-fast (UV/picosecond) laser cutting: recommended when the cut line is close to active circuitry, tolerance requirements are tight (±0.1 mm or better), or the cut geometry is non-linear. Laser cutting produces a cleaner edge with lower micro-crack risk, at a higher per-unit cost.

We will recommend the appropriate method once we review your target cut line against the panel's internal layout.

Q: Will the cut line interfere with the Gate/Source driving circuitry or the TFT array?This depends entirely on where your cut line falls relative to the panel's internal Gate driver IC/COF, Source driver IC/COF, and active TFT array region — these positions vary by panel model and manufacturer (BOE/LG/Innolux). Before confirming feasibility, we require:

• Target final dimensions and cut-line drawing (DWG/DXF preferred)

• Preferred mounting orientation and bezel/border requirements

• Interface requirement (LVDS/HDMI/eDP) and resolution needed after cutting

• Any keep-out zones dictated by your enclosure design

With this information, our engineering team performs an internal layout review against the mother glass's driver IC and array position to confirm whether the cut line is clear of active circuitry, or whether resolution/active-area adjustment is needed.

Q: What is your edge flatness and micro-crack control standard after cutting?Cut edges are inspected under magnification against an internal acceptance standard covering edge chipping depth, flatness, and crack propagation risk. Edge inspection reports and sample photos can be provided during the sampling stage for your qualification records.

2. Reliability & Edge Sealing

Q: What sealing process do you use to prevent liquid crystal leakage and moisture ingress at the cut edge?Cut edges go through a secondary sealing process — typically UV-cure dispensed edge sealant, applied and cured under controlled conditions, with the option of an additional moisture-barrier coating for humid or outdoor environments. The sealing width and material are selected based on your operating environment (indoor commercial vs. outdoor/semi-outdoor) and IP rating target.

Q: Can a cut TFT module pass standard reliability testing, and do you have reference test data from similar projects?Cut-and-sealed panels are qualified against consumer-grade or industrial-grade test protocols depending on the intended application — please specify which applies to your project so we align the test plan accordingly. Testing typically referenced includes:

• High-temperature/high-humidity (e.g., "double-85": 85°C / 85% RH) storage and operating tests

• Thermal shock / cold-hot cycling

• Mechanical drop/structural shock testing (for the finished module or enclosure)

We can share test summary reports from comparable prior cutting projects (panel size, cut geometry, and sealing method) during the qualification phase — reach out with your target spec so we can identify the closest reference case.

Q: Does edge sealing introduce light leakage or Mura (color shift) near the cut edge?A well-controlled cutting and sealing process should not introduce visible Mura or light leakage under normal viewing conditions; this is verified at final optical inspection (uniformity and edge light-leak check under darkroom conditions) before shipment. If your bezel design fully covers the sealed edge, this risk is further minimized. We recommend reviewing first-sample units under your actual ambient lighting/bezel condition before locking production tooling.

3. Cost, Yield & Lead Time

Q: What is the NRE cost and sampling lead time for a new custom-cut project?NRE (cutting fixture setup, layout review, and first-article inspection) and sample lead time depend on cut complexity, tolerance, and whether laser or mechanical cutting is used. As a general guide:

• Simple straight-line cuts with standard tolerance: shorter NRE and sample lead time

• Complex geometry, tight tolerance, or laser cutting: longer engineering review and sample lead time

Please share your target quantity (e.g., 20 pcs for first sampling) and drawing so we can quote NRE and lead time precisely.

Q: What yield can we expect at mass production, and what is your MOQ?Mass-production yield for cut panels depends on cut geometry, mother glass consistency, and tolerance requirements — tighter tolerances and complex cut lines generally run lower yield than simple straight cuts. We share expected yield ranges and MOQ terms once your cut spec and target volume are confirmed, based on data from comparable past projects.

Customization Options

• Custom aspect ratio and active-area cutting to your drawing

• Brightness selection from 300–3000 nits (up to 5000 nits available across our product range)

• LVDS / HDMI / DVI / VGA driver board integration

• Capacitive or IR touch overlay integration

• Anti-glare, anti-reflective, or optical bonding options

• Wide operating temperature range for industrial/outdoor deployment

• Custom connector, cable, and mounting bracket design

Certifications & Quality

• A-grade panel sourcing (BOE / LG / Innolux)

• RoHS compliant

• Factory quality system aligned with ISO 9001 practices (confirm current certificate with sales)

• Incoming, in-process, and final optical/electrical inspection at each production stage

Request a Quote

To receive an accurate quotation and feasibility assessment, please provide:

1. Target final dimensions / cut-line drawing (DXF/DWG preferred)

2. Required resolution and interface (LVDS/HDMI/DVI/VGA)

3. Brightness and operating environment (indoor / outdoor / temperature range)

4. Application (test grade: consumer or industrial) and any relevant certification requirements

5. Target sample quantity and expected annual volume

Our engineering team will confirm cutting feasibility, recommend the cutting/sealing method, and provide NRE cost, sample lead time, and MOQ/pricing tiers based on your specification.

Specifications marked "(typ.)" reflect industry-standard values for this panel size and are provided for reference. Final specifications are confirmed via factory datasheet and first-article sample inspection.