Hello group, I've been trying to mount a HD44780 compatible, 16x2 character, LCD module inside of an ABS plastic enclosure. The cutout that I made (using a hacksaw and a file) for the LCD is not pretty. So, what is the best way to mount a LCD display like this inside of an enclosure? Is there a commercially available LCD bezel for a 16x2 character display? (�No luck on google) Thanks for your help, Matt Meerian
LCD mounting
Started by ●January 14, 2004
Reply by ●January 14, 20042004-01-14
In the past I've used a full size layout of the display tack glued(UHU stick) to the case and carefully drilled the 4 holes for mounting. Drill 4 'corner' holes for the display and cut out the 'rectangle' for the display. I use the 4-40 post hardware found on all LPT and COM ports as 'standoffs'. Either use a PVC sheet protector or a thin 'plexiglas' as a cover for the LCD wedged between the LCD and the case. Patience is the key to getting it right and looking good.Slow and steady ! hth jay
Reply by ●January 14, 20042004-01-14
> I've been trying to mount a HD44780 compatible, 16x2 character, LCD > module inside of an ABS plastic enclosure. The cutout that I made > (using a hacksaw and a file) for the LCD is not pretty. So, what isI am not aware of an off-the-shelf bezel. However, FWIW there are two ways I work with ABS for big, highly visible holes like this: 1. Score the outline with an Exacto (on the outside of the box) - the deeper the better. Just keep running around the outline with your blade. Drill a row of holes in the center of the scrap portion. Use needle-nose pliers to bend the plastic inwards (i.e. grip from inside). The plastic will stretch and break along the score mark and leave a clean-edge hole visible from the outside. Since it will whiten, you will want to run the blade around the inside of the cut edge. 2. (Better, but requires more practice to get it looking good and may be difficult to get enough access) - Use a nibbling tool.
Reply by ●January 14, 20042004-01-14
On 14 Jan 2004 07:34:42 -0800, the renowned matt6ft9@terraworld.net (Matt Meerian) wrote:>Hello group, >I've been trying to mount a HD44780 compatible, 16x2 character, LCD >module inside of an ABS plastic enclosure. The cutout that I made >(using a hacksaw and a file) for the LCD is not pretty. So, what is >the best way to mount a LCD display like this inside of an enclosure? >Is there a commercially available LCD bezel for a 16x2 character >display? (�No luck on google) >Thanks for your help, >Matt MeerianYes, there are. PRD Products is one supplier and it's okay for small quantity products, and they are available through distribution. I prefer a one-piece overlay that is flat and sealed and covers the whole panel. http://www.proud.com/led_lcd.html Best regards, Spehro Pefhany -- "it's the network..." "The Journey is the reward" speff@interlog.com Info for manufacturers: http://www.trexon.com Embedded software/hardware/analog Info for designers: http://www.speff.com
Reply by ●January 14, 20042004-01-14
"Matt Meerian" <matt6ft9@terraworld.net> wrote in message news:2ba03c08.0401140734.132b49fc@posting.google.com...> Hello group, > I've been trying to mount a HD44780 compatible, 16x2 character, LCD > module inside of an ABS plastic enclosure. The cutout that I made > (using a hacksaw and a file) for the LCD is not pretty. So, what is > the best way to mount a LCD display like this inside of an enclosure? > Is there a commercially available LCD bezel for a 16x2 character > display? ('No luck on google) > Thanks for your help, > Matt MeerianYou can buy bezels from www.rapidelectronics.co.uk look under optoelectronics in the products section on their web site. The bezels are not cheap but will save you some time. Michael Kellett
Reply by ●January 14, 20042004-01-14
"Matt Meerian" <matt6ft9@terraworld.net> wrote in message news:2ba03c08.0401140734.132b49fc@posting.google.com...> Hello group, > I've been trying to mount a HD44780 compatible, 16x2 character, LCD > module inside of an ABS plastic enclosure. The cutout that I made > (using a hacksaw and a file) for the LCD is not pretty. So, what is > the best way to mount a LCD display like this inside of an enclosure? > Is there a commercially available LCD bezel for a 16x2 character > display? ('No luck on google) > Thanks for your help, > Matt MeerianThe slickest way to do it is with a CNC machine. Maybe you can find a machinist or other hobbyist near you who has one. I built a small one and it makes cutouts in plastic boxes awfully simple now. I recommend it as a "must-do" project for any serious electronics/model builder hobbyist.
Reply by ●January 15, 20042004-01-15
http://www.rittal.com look under their electronics enclosures "Matt Meerian" <matt6ft9@terraworld.net> wrote in message news:2ba03c08.0401140734.132b49fc@posting.google.com...> Hello group, > I've been trying to mount a HD44780 compatible, 16x2 character, LCD > module inside of an ABS plastic enclosure. The cutout that I made > (using a hacksaw and a file) for the LCD is not pretty. So, what is > the best way to mount a LCD display like this inside of an enclosure? > Is there a commercially available LCD bezel for a 16x2 character > display? ('No luck on google) > Thanks for your help, > Matt Meerian
Reply by ●January 15, 20042004-01-15
On 14 Jan 2004 07:34:42 -0800, matt6ft9@terraworld.net (Matt Meerian) wrote:>Hello group, >I've been trying to mount a HD44780 compatible, 16x2 character, LCD >module inside of an ABS plastic enclosure. The cutout that I made >(using a hacksaw and a file) for the LCD is not pretty. So, what is >the best way to mount a LCD display like this inside of an enclosure? >Is there a commercially available LCD bezel for a 16x2 character >display? (�No luck on google) >Thanks for your help, >Matt MeerianI've used bezels from http://www.rmfproducts.com -- Peter Bennett VE7CEI email: peterbb (at) interchange.ubc.ca GPS and NMEA info and programs: http://vancouver-webpages.com/peter/index.html Newsgroup new user info: http://vancouver-webpages.com/nnq