Passive Matrix Vertical Alignment (PMVA) is a monochrome display technology that utilises an altered LCD cell design, which brings advantages such as a very wide or full viewing angle, very high contrast ratio, fast response times and true blacks. It is a negative (white on black) technology with displays available as custom segment/icon or graphic modules.
Customisation is relatively low cost and very short lead time and the resulting product is cost competitive with standard STN/TN modules. Size of the custom glass can range from 2.8" up to 12.3".
PMVA displays’ have a stable temperature range and a typical operating life of up to 100k hours, making them very suitable for applications requiring reliable operation in challenging environments.
Additional options are also available to add colour to PMVA displays, enabling designers to achieve the look and feel of expensive colour displays but at a lower cost, both in the display and drive electronics.