VFD
LCD
Drop-in Replacement for LCD Modules
U Version is LCD compable Vacuum Fluorescent Display (VFD) module and available in 16×2, 20×2, 20×4, 24×2,
40×2, and 40×4 character format. Compared to LCD, U Version VFD module is a bright and vibrant emissive display
which makes it easier to read from short and long distance. U version can also withstand the most demanding
environmental condions.
The U version products will essenally “drop-in” to many of today’s character module applicaon with no
mechanical or wiring change.
FEATURES
• LCD Compable interface (M68 and i80), 4bit or 8bit parallel
• LCD compable footprint
• Emulate command-set of HD44780 LCD controller
• Wide viewing angle
• Wide operang temperature range (-40 °C to +85° C)
• 5V single power supply
• 4 levels of brightness control by command
• Power Save Mode is available at display-o
• Custom font (up to 8 user denable fonts)
• High brightness
• Serial Interface is available now
The following feature is available for specic item
• Brightnes boost (200%) capability
• 3.3V power supply
VALUE ADDED SERVICES
Value-Added-Services is available per your request.
We can install a pin-header, change the jumper seng
and provide a cable on each model. Color lter opon
available now.
Please consult us for detail.
RoHS
compliant
ISO 9001 and ISO 14000 Certied
U VERSION
hp://www.noritake-elec.com/uversion.htm
16x2 Format
Part Number
Character Height
(mm)
Display Size
(mm)
PCB Size
(mm)
Weight
(g)
Power Supply
Notes
CU16025-UW30J 5 51.4 x 11.4 80.0 x 36.0 35 3.3 V / 200 mA 3.3 V power of CU16025-UW6J
CU16025-UW6J 5 51.4 x 11.4 80.0 x 36.0 35 5 V / 150 mA -
New CU16025-UW6A 5 51.4 x 11.4 80.0 x 36.0 35 5 V / 150 mA International Font model of
CU16025-UW6J
CU16025-UX6J 5 51.4 x 11.4 80.0 x 36.0 35 5 V / 180 mA Brightness Boost model of
CU16025-UW6J
New CU16025-UX6A 5 51.4 x 11.4 80.0 x 36.0 35 5 V / 180 mA International Font model of
CU16025-UX6J
CU16025-UW2J 5 51.4 x 11.4 84.0 x 44.0 36 5 V / 150 mA -
New CU16029-UW1J 9 82.7 x 19.0 122.0 x 44.0 61 5 V / 340 mA Replacement for CU16029ECPB-W1J
CU16029ECPB-W1J 9 82.7 x 19.0 122.0 x 44.0 61 5 V / 350 mA Will be discontinued
20x4 Format
Part Number
Character Height
(mm)
Display Size
(mm)
PCB Size
(mm)
Weight
(g)
Power Supply
Notes
CU20045-UW4J 5 70.8 x 20.9 98.0 x 60.0 67 5 V / 250 mA Font table is compatible with HD66712
CU20045-UW5J 5 70.8 x 20.9 98.0 x 60.0 67 5 V / 250 mA -
CU20045-UW5A 5 70.8 x 20.9 98.0 x 60.0 67 5 V / 250 mA International Font model of
CU20045-UW5J
CU20045-UW7J 5 73.6 x 30.97 100.0 x 61.0 95 5 V / 300 mA -
CU20049-UW2J 9 99.6 x 37.6 146.0 x 62.5 155 5 V / 650 mA -
CU20049-UW2A 9 99.6 x 37.6 146.0 x 62.5 155 5 V / 650 mA International Font model of
CU20049-W2J
40x2 Format
Part Number
Character Height
(mm)
Display Size
(mm)
PCB Size
(mm)
Weight
(g)
Power Supply
Notes
CU40025-UW6J 5 138.8 x 11.5 182.0 x 33.5 76 5 V / 300 mA -
CU40025-UW6A 5 138.8 x 11.5 182.0 x 33.5 76 5 V / 300 mA International Font model of
CU40025-UW6J
24x2 Format
Part Number
Character Height
(mm)
Display Size
(mm)
PCB Size
(mm)
Weight
(g)
Power Supply
Notes
New CU24025-UW1J 5 85.2 x 11.5 125.0 x 36.0 47 5 V / 165 mA Replacement for CU24025-ECPB-W1J
CU24025ECPB-W1J 5 85.2 x 11.5 125.0 x 36.0 50 5 V / 155 mA Will be discontinued
40x4 Format
Part Number
Character Height
(mm)
Display Size
(mm)
PCB Size
(mm)
Weight
(g)
Power Supply
Notes
CU40045-UW1J 5 137.4 x 23.2 190.0 x 54.0 140 5 V / 520 mA -
20x2 Format
Part Number
Character Height
(mm)
Display Size
(mm)
PCB Size
(mm)
Weight
(g)
Power Supply
Notes
New CU20025-UX1J 5 70.8 x 11.5 116.0 x 37.0 47 5 V / 210 mA Brightness Boost model of
CU20025-UW1J
New CU20025-UW1J 5 70.8 x 11.5 116.0 x 37.0 47 5 V / 150 mA -
CU20025ECPB-W1J 5 70.8 x 11.5 116.0 x 37.0 47 5 V / 130 mA -
New CU20029-UW1J 9 102.6 x 18.8 146.0 x 43.0 70 5 V / 340 mA Replacement for CU20029ECPB-W1J
CU20029ECPB-W1J 9 102.6 x 18.8 146.0 x 43.0 70 5 V / 400 mA Will be discontinued
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