Medical & Laboratory
Medical and laboratory displays
Patient monitors, diagnostic devices, lab analyzers and wearables each put different demands on a display. We help medical device manufacturers choose panels and touch solutions that read accurately, clean easily and support the certification of the final device.
- the right technology for each device class
- LCM · OLED · TFTthe right technology for each device class
- touch calibrated for clinical conditions
- Gloves & gelstouch calibrated for clinical conditions
- declared effectiveness of antimicrobial coatings
- 99.9%declared effectiveness of antimicrobial coatings
Why it matters
Accuracy, hygiene and documentation
In a medical device the display is part of the diagnosis. Gray levels in an ultrasound image, a waveform on a patient monitor or a single number on a glucometer must be read correctly the first time. That calls for the right technology per device: monochrome LCM in meters, OLED in wearables and high-resolution IPS panels in monitoring and imaging.
Two things set the medical market apart. The front has to survive constant disinfection and work with gloved hands or gel on the surface, and the complete device has to pass certification such as IEC 60601-1 and its EMC collateral standard. Planning the display with both in mind avoids expensive redesigns late in the project.
Applications
Medical and laboratory applications
Typical devices and what they need from the display. Each link opens our display configurator with matching criteria already set.
Small diagnostic devices
Glucometers, pulse oximeters, spirometers and infusion pumps. Monochrome LCM or OLED for simple readouts, small TFTs for graphs and menus, reflective displays for battery devices.
- 3–8″
- LCM, OLED or TFT
- low power
- optional touch
Large diagnostic and lab devices
Patient monitors, ECG and ultrasound systems, lab analyzers: IPS panels with capacitive touch tuned for gloves.
- 8″ and larger
- IPS
- PCAP for gloves
- wide dimming range
Diagnostic imaging
Images dominated by grays need high resolution, contrast and consistent brightness across the viewing angle more than saturated colors.
- 10–20″
- high resolution
- high contrast
- full viewing angle
Wearable devices
Telemedicine devices and health monitors: small OLED displays with high contrast and low power, readable indoors and outdoors.
- up to 5″
- OLED
- low power
- -40…+80 °C
Wayfinding in hospitals
E-paper room signs and LCD-TFT directions help patients find their way. E-paper runs for years on minimal power and needs no cabling for content.
- 10″ and larger
- e-paper or LCD-TFT
- wide viewing angle
- low power
Queue systems and waiting rooms
Call displays and information screens in clinics show the admission order, educational content and announcements all day long.
- 5–20″
- long-life backlight
- all-day operation
- optional PCAP
Requirements
What a medical display has to handle
The four topics every medical project runs into.
Disinfection and hygiene
Fronts are wiped with alcohol and disinfectants many times a day. Chemically resistant cover glass, sealed edges and antimicrobial (AM) coatings keep the surface clean and the stack intact.
Gloves and gels
Touch has to work with latex or nitrile gloves and ignore ultrasound gel or liquid on the surface. That comes down to the touch sensor and the calibration of its controller.
Image quality
Diagnostic images need high resolution, contrast and stable gray levels across viewing angles. In dark rooms the backlight must dim smoothly without visible flicker.
Certification
The device must meet IEC 60601-1 for safety and IEC 60601-1-2 for EMC. Display modules with documented EMC behavior and a stable supply shorten the path through testing.
Specification guide
How to specify a medical display
Starting values by device class. Your risk analysis and certification plan decide the final choice.
| Parameter | Typical requirement | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Technology | Mono LCM or OLED for meters and wearables; IPS LCD-TFT for monitors and imaging | Readability matched to the device |
| Resolution | As high as viewing distance and content justify; 1920×1080 and above for imaging | Fine detail in images and waveforms |
| Brightness | 300–500 cd/m² in dimmed rooms · around 1000 cd/m² for bright wards and portable use | Comfort in the dark, readability in daylight |
| Contrast | 1000:1 or higher; OLED for small wearables | Gray levels and small digits |
| Touch | PCAP tuned for latex and nitrile gloves and for liquids on the surface | Clinical conditions |
| Surface | Chemically resistant glass; anti-fingerprint and antimicrobial coatings | Frequent disinfection |
| Power | Reflective LCM, OLED or e-paper for battery devices | Battery life of portable devices |
What we adapt
What we adapt for medical projects
Our Solution Department adapts the display stack to clinical use and to your enclosure.
Touch calibration
PCAP tuned for latex and nitrile gloves and to ignore gel, water or disinfectant on the surface.
Antimicrobial and anti-fingerprint coatings
Coatings that reduce microbe growth on shared touch points and keep the front easy to clean. Durable variants are designed to last for the life of the device.
Cover glass
Chemically resistant glass printed with frames and icons, shaped to your housing and sealed at the edges.
Optical bonding
A bonded front for contrast and readability, and no gap in which dirt or condensation can collect.
Electronics
Controller boards, signal conversion and cables, prepared with EMC in mind.
Our own LCD-TFT lines
Unisystem Lite, Core and Pro are LCD-TFT modules we control end to end, and an excellent starting point for further customization.
Meet the three lines- Core
Medical devices and measurement equipment: industrial-grade components, 750–1000 cd/m² and 100,000 h MTBF.
About Unisystem Core
From our catalog
Medical and laboratory displays from our catalog
A selection matched to the applications above, updated automatically with our catalog.
Diagnostic & laboratory devicesRiverdi
RVT101HVBFWCA0
Riverdi 10.1" EVE4 Display
- 10.1″
- 800 cd/m²
- -20…+70 °C
- PCAP touch
Diagnostic & laboratory devicesWinstar
WF101GTYAPLNG0
LCD-TFT display from Winstar Co.
- 10.1″
- 300 cd/m²
- -20…+70 °C
- PCAP touch
Imaging & monitoring screensAUO
G215HAN01.0
LCD-TFT display from AUO Co.
- 21.5″
- 300 cd/m²
- -20…+60 °C
- 1920×1080
Imaging & monitoring screensAUO
G213QAN02.0
AUO 21.3" 1536x2048 LCD-TFT display
- 21.3″
- 1000 cd/m²
- 0…+50 °C
- 1536×2048
Wearables & handheld devicesWinstar
WEA128128AWAP3N00000
Winstar Longlife OLED graphic display module
- 1.5″
- -40…+80 °C
- 128×128
Wearables & handheld devicesWinstar
WEO012856ASNP3N20000
Transparent OLED display from Winstar
- 1.51″
- -40…+80 °C
- 128×56
Low-power instrumentsWinstar
WDO0066-TML06
WDO0066-TML#06 - Graphic LCD display from Winstar Co.
- -20…+70 °C
- 128×64
Low-power instrumentsWinstar
WFM0103A2TABASNN000
Winstar MIP 1.03' Reflective Display Module
- 1.03″
- 30 cd/m²
- -20…+70 °C
- 128×128
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Are your displays medically certified?
Certification such as IEC 60601-1 applies to the complete medical device, not to a display module on its own. We help you choose modules whose specifications and documentation support your certification, and we test touch and readability in conditions close to your application.
Can a touch screen work with surgical gloves?
Yes. Projected capacitive touch panels can be calibrated for latex and nitrile gloves and to ignore liquids such as gel or disinfectant on the surface. We tune the controller and verify it with the gloves used in your application.
Which display technology suits a wearable health monitor?
Small OLED displays are the usual choice: high contrast, wide viewing angles, no backlight and low power consumption, with operating ranges typically down to -40 °C. For always-on readouts on a small battery, reflective LCM or e-paper can be even more efficient.
How do antimicrobial coatings on displays work?
They are applied to the cover glass and reduce the growth of bacteria on the surface between cleanings, with effectiveness of at least 99.9% typically declared. Durable variants are designed to last for the life of the device, even with frequent cleaning.
What brightness is right for an ultrasound system or patient monitor?
It depends on the room. In dimmed diagnostic rooms 300–500 cd/m² with smooth dimming is comfortable, while portable devices used in bright wards benefit from around 1000 cd/m². High contrast and full viewing angles matter as much as peak brightness.
Contact
Developing a medical or laboratory device?
Tell us about the device and its use, and a display engineer will propose a panel, touch and glass build-up, with pricing and lead time. We typically respond within 1 business day.
What helps us answer quickly:
- Device type and where it is used
- Screen size, resolution and content
- Gloves, gels and cleaning agents
- Battery or mains power
- Interface on your side
- Estimated annual quantity
A rough idea is enough to start. If you do not know some of the values yet, leave them out and we will help you define them.
