The ASD70 Rugged Display 7.0″ from ArgonFDS is a robust, mid-size rugged LCD solution. Designed for deployment in unforgiving environments.
Key Features
Enhanced viewing area & resolution options
Choose between 800×480 or 1024×600 to tailor the user interface for clarity or content needs.High contrast & brightness
Native brightness (~300 nits) plus optional sunlight-readable high brightness (>750 nits) mode for outdoor use.Compact yet rugged form
Approx. 17.2 × 11.3 × 2.7 cm, weight ~0.82 kg — fits into cockpit panels, vehicle dashboards, or portable enclosures.MIL-STD certified durability
Built to MIL-STD-810/461 for shock (40 g), vibration, EMI/EMC, temperature extremes, and sealed against dust, sand, salt fog, and humidity.Power & interface flexibility
Accepts 9–36 VDC input; supports RGB / DVI video, plus USB / RS-232 for touch functionality (resistive touch option).Customisable connectors & controls
Specify Glenair Mighty Mouse® or alternative rugged connectors, and choose user controls (on/off, brightness, day/night, bezel buttons) as needed.Low-SWaP focus
Typical power use is ~8 W, rising to ~10.5 W in high-bright mode — designed to balance performance and efficiency.
Key Benefits
- Reliable in Extreme Environments – To begin with, whether airborne, marine, or ground-based, the ASD70 performs flawlessly under temperature extremes, high altitude, vibration, and shock stresses, ensuring mission-critical reliability.
Better Readability & UI Flexibility – Furthermore, its high contrast and optional high-brightness screen enhance legibility in harsh lighting, while selectable resolutions give interface designers the flexibility to optimise user experience.
Integration Ease – In addition, the compact size and rugged construction make the ASD70 ideal for cockpit panels, vehicle consoles, control rooms, or portable field systems, simplifying installation in tight or demanding spaces.
Local Service & Support – Finally, Metromatics provides Australia & New Zealand-based sales, engineering, and technical support, ensuring seamless deployment and ongoing reliability for defence, aerospace, and industrial customers.
Applications
The Rugged Display 7.0″ is suited to a wide range of defence, aerospace, and industrial environments, such as:
Aircraft cockpits and mission avionics
Vehicle control panels, C4ISR / command consoles
Marine/shipboard systems and bridge instrumentation
Portable systems and field-deployed rugged computing
Harsh industrial control systems (mining, oil & gas, infrastructure)
Why Metromatics & Spectra / ArgonFDS
As the Australian and New Zealand distributor for ArgonFDS, part of the Spectra Defense Technologies group. Metromatics offers more than mere hardware supply.
In addition, we provide local engineering expertise, rapid service, and ongoing support.
As a result, the ASD70 Rugged Display 7.0″ integrates seamlessly into your defence, aerospace, or industrial systems. Delivering minimal risk and maximum confidence.
Get a Quote or Learn More
Therefore, if you’re looking to deploy a mission-ready rugged display, now is the perfect time to act. Contact Metromatics today. To review specifications, discuss integration options, and request pricing for the ArgonFDS ASD70 Rugged Display 7.0″. Ensuring your project benefits from proven, defence-grade technology and trusted local support.
Specifications
Optical | |
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Viewable Area | 7.0” Diagonal |
Display Type | TFT LCD w/ LED Backlight |
Resolution | 800×480 or 1024×600 |
Contrast Ratio | 1400:1 |
Brightness | 300+ nits Typical, >750 nits with High Bright Option |
Touch Screen | Ruggedised, Analog Resistive |
Overall Unit | |
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Dimensions (Typical) | 17.2 × 11.3 × 2.7 cm |
Weight | 0.82 Kgs |
Power Input | 9 to 36VDC |
Power Consumption | 8W Typical, 10.5W with High Bright Option |
I/O | RGB/DVI, Power, USB/232 (For Touch Option) |
Connectors | Glenair Mighty Mouse® or Specify |
Enclosure | Aluminium, Enclosed |
User Controls | On/Off, Day/Night, OSD, Brightness, Bezel Buttons, Attached Stylus, others Specify |
Other | Customisations and Adaptations Available on Request |
Environmental | |
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(Designed to meet, but is not limited to, the following selected specifications) | |
Operating Temp | -10°C to +55°C (-40°C optional) |
Storage Temp | -40°C to +70°C |
Shock | 40g, 11msec |
Vibration | 2.25grms Random |
EMI/EMC | Designed to MIL-STD-461 |
Altitude | Up to 40kft Operating. Non-Operating |
Salt Fog, Sand/Dust | Resistant to Salt Fog, Unit is 100% Enclosed |
Humidity | Operating & Storage – 95% @ 25°C, Non-condensing |
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