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gen4-uLCD-43DCT-CLB-PI

gen4-uLCD-43DCT-CLB-PI

MPN: GEN4-ULCD-43DCT-CLB-PI
4D Systems Pty Ltd
Capacitive Graphic LCD Display Module Transmissive Red, Green, Blue (RGB) TFT - Color I2C, SPI, TTL 4.3" (109.22mm) 480 x 272
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Overview

The gen4-uLCD-43DCT-CLB-PI is a 4.3 inch capacitive touch TFT LCD module kit specifically designed for the Raspberry Pi. It features a 480 x 272 pixel resolution and includes a Pi-specific adapter and cable to simplify the connection between the display and the SBC. This kit leverages the DIABLO16 processor to handle graphics rendering, offloading intensive UI tasks from the host processor.

Why Choose This Part

The integrated DIABLO16 graphics processor allows for fast graphics and complex animations without taxing the Raspberry Pi hardware. The capacitive touch and cover lens bezel (CLB) provide a modern flush-mount appearance and improved durability compared to resistive alternatives.

Applications

Industrial HMI
Creating robust control panels for industrial machinery using Raspberry Pi as the main controller.
Smart Home Hub
Building a centralized wall-mounted interface for home automation and security monitoring.
Laboratory Equipment
Adding a high-resolution touch interface to custom scientific instrumentation.

Key Specifications

Backlight LED - White
Interface I2C, SPI, TTL
Dot Pixels 480 x 272
Touchscreen Capacitive
Display Mode Transmissive
Display Type TFT - Color
Viewing Area 95.04mm W x 53.86mm H
Graphics Color Red, Green, Blue (RGB)
Diagonal Screen Size 4.3" (109.22mm)

Getting Started

Connect the included gen4-Pl adapter to the Raspberry Pi GPIO header and link it to the display via the 30-way FFC cable. Software development is supported through Workshop4 IDE, which offers environments like ViSi-Genie for rapid drag-and-drop GUI creation.