Rugged Display 17” ARD17

The ARD17 Rugged Display combines a large viewing area with a compact bezel.  In addition, it has a sealed construction.  Therefore, making it suitable for command consoles, tactical vehicles, bridge stations, and mobile shelters..

Key Features

• 17.0″ viewing area with SXGA resolution – Provides ample screen space for complex interfaces and situational displays.

• High brightness & contrast – Standard 400 nits, with an optional 750-nit sunlight-readable mode.  In addition,  >1400:1 contrast for excellent visibility in bright environments.

• Rugged sealed design – Fully enclosed aluminium housing, IP66-rated, with convection cooling (no vents), protecting against dust, water, and particulates.

• Dual power capability – Supports both 18–36 VDC and 110/220 VAC (47–440 Hz) for flexible deployment across vehicles and base stations.

• Flexible I/O & customization – Supports analog / DVI / RS-170 video, and RS-232 / USB control; plus MIL circular, D-Sub, or custom connectors, and configurable bezel buttons.

• Optional NVG & touch – Night Vision Goggle friendly versions and rugged analog resistive touch options.  Also available to suit military and aerospace needs.

• Robust environmental resilience – Supports –10 °C to +55 °C operation (–40 °C startup option), altitude performance up to 40,000 ft, full MIL-STD shock and vibration resistance, and EMI/EMC compliance.

Key Benefits

• Reliable in extreme environments – From ground vehicles to naval bridges to airborne systems, the ARD17 endures temperature swings, shock, vibration, and altitude stress.

• Better readability in bright light – High brightness mode and strong contrast make it usable even in harsh sunlight or glare conditions.

• Ease of integration – The slim bezel, sealed design, and customizable I/O reduce mechanical integration complexity for your projects.

• Local service & support – Metromatics offers engineers, integration advice, and support in Australia & New Zealand, helping your ARD17 deployment succeed from installation through lifecycle.

Applications

The ArgonFDS ARD17 Rugged Display 17.0″ fits deployment in demanding roles such as:

• Command & control consoles in tactical vehicles, mobile command centres, and shelters

• Aircraft mission systems or secondary cockpit displays

• Naval bridge or control-room displays in compact spaces

• Ground vehicle dashboard or situational awareness screens in armoured or mission vehicles

• Industrial control in harsh environments — oil & gas, infrastructure, remote operations

Local Expertise and Support

As the Australian and New Zealand distributor for ArgonFDS, part of the Spectra Defense Technologies group, Metromatics offers more than just hardware supply.

In addition, we deliver local integration engineering, customisation support, and responsive after-sales service.  Therefore, ensuring that your ARD17 Rugged Display 17.0″ is integrated with confidence and reliability.

Get a Quote or Learn More

Therefore, if your system demands a mission-capable rugged display 17.0″ with large screen clarity.  Or with MIL-grade durability, and flexible power/I/O options.  The ArgonFDS ARD17 is built for the challenge.

To get started, contact Metromatics today to review full specifications, discuss integration options, and request pricing.

Specifications