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18.5 Inch 5-wire Resistive Touch Panel

♦ Brand: HIGGSTEC

♦ Model: T185S-5RB001N-0A18R0-180FH

♦ MOQ: 1 pcs

♦ Sample: Paid Sample

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♦ Product Description: HIGGSTEC 18.5" 5-wire resistive touch panel, industrial grade with -10°C to +70°C operating temperature, 80% transparency, and 10 million actuations. Ideal for industrial HMI, military devices, medical devices, and kiosk applications.

♦ Important parameters of  T185S-5RB001N-0A18R0-180FH:

Active Area (L × W)

409.8 × 230.4 mm mm

Outline Dimension (L × W × H)

429.86 × 254 × 2.1 mm

Aspect Ratio 16:9 Touch Stack-up FG 
Linearity X≦1.5%,Y≦1.5% Knock Test 10,000,000 times
Operation -10 to +70 ℃ Storage -40 to +80 ℃
Transparency 80 % ± 3% Haze 8%±3%
Hardness

3H Pencil, Pressure 750g/45°

Operating Force
Stylus=R0.8 ≦ 50g


18.5 Inch 5-wire Resistive Touch Panel

Industrial Grade 18.5 Inch 5-Wire Resistive Touch Screen Panel HIGGSTEC T185S-5RB001N-0A18R0-180FH

I. Introduction to 18.5-inch 5-Wire Resistive Touch Panel T185S-5RB001N-0A18R0-180FH

HIGGSTEC T185S-5RB001N-0A18R0-180FH is an 18.5-inch 5-wire analog resistive touch panel specifically designed for industrial-grade interactive terminals. It serves as a highly reliable resistive touch panel, typically used in combination with industrial LCD panels to deliver accurate and stable touch input. As a premium product within the 5-wire resistive category, it offers excellent resistance to high temperature and humidity, scratch resistance, and no film bubbling. With an extended market warranty period, T185S-5RB001N-0A18R0-180FH is ideally suited for industrial control, military, and other applications that demand high product quality and long-term durability.

Suitable Industries

♦ Industrial Automation – HMI panels, PLC control terminals, CNC machine operator panels, data interactive panels

♦ Medical Equipment – Patient monitors, ultrasound devices, operating room control screens

♦ Self-Service Kiosks – Self-service inquiry kiosks, ticket dispensers, smart lockers, EV charging station displays

♦ Finance & Retail – ATM panels, POS terminals, self-service ordering kiosks

♦ Automotive & Rail Transit – In-vehicle display systems, metro information terminals, industrial vehicle control panels

Why Choose the T185S-5RB001N-0A18R0-180FH?

1. Reliable in harsh environments
T185S-5RB001N-0A18R0-180FH supports an operating temperature range of -10°C to +70°C and has passed high-temperature, high-humidity, and thermal cycling tests, making it suitable for demanding applications such as factories, outdoor installations, and medical facilities.

2. Long operational life
With a rated actuation life of over 10 million touches, the 18.5-inch 5-wire analog resistive touch panel significantly reduces replacement frequency and after-sales service costs.

3. Easy to integrate
The standard 5-wire analog resistive touch panel offers broad compatibility with mainstream LCD controller boards, enabling quick replacement or upgrades to existing designs.

4. Works with gloves
The 18.5-inch 5-wire analog resistive touch panel supports multiple input methods including finger, gloved hand, and stylus, making it particularly suitable for environments where operators wear protective gloves.

✅️If you are looking for a durable, stable, and easy-to-integrate 18.5-inch touch panel for industrial, medical, self-service, or in-vehicle display applications, this 5-wire resistive touch panel is a mature, reliable, and cost-effective choice.

II. Detailed Parameters of 18.5-inch 5-Wire Resistive Touch Panel T185S-5RB001N-0A18R0-180FH

Category

Analog Resistive Touch Panel

Safety Approvals

CE, RoHS, UL

Brand

HIGGSTEC

Aspect Ratio

16:9 (Width:Height)

Model

T185S-5RB001N-0A18R0-180FH

Active Area

409.8 × 230.4 mm

Screen Size

18.5 inch

Viewable Area

414.40 × 235.00 mm

Tag

5-Wire Analog Resistive Touch Panel

Outline Dimension

429.86 × 254 mm

Standard

Standard Off-the-Shelf Product

Overall Thickness

2.1 mm

Construction

Film / Glass

Surface Hardness

Hard coating (3H)

Touch Type

Single Touch

Simultaneous Touch Points

Single Touch

Tail Position

1 o'clock

Touch Mode

Point Touch

Tail Length

180 mm

Controller Type

External (Separate)

Transmittance

80% ± 3%

Controller Interface

USB, RS232

Operating Temperature

-10 ~ +70 °C

Storage Temperature

-40 ~ +80 °C

Key Description

HIGGSTEC 18.5" Wide Temperature 5-Wire Resistive Touch Screen F+G Industrial / Medical / Military Grade

III. Matching LCD Controller Board

 

We offer two matching LCD driver boards for the 18.5" five-wire resistive touch panel. Both LCD driver boards support USB and COM interfaces, allowing your device to flexibly choose the communication method according to actual needs and achieve stable touch signal transmission.

 

No.1 PenMount 6300 USB Interface LCD Driver Board

PenMount 6300 controller supports 4-wire, 5-wire, and 8-wire analog resistive touch panels. When paired with the PenMount controller driver, its performance is maximized. The LCD driver board features the PenMount 6000 control IC, which includes an MPU and a 10-bit A/D converter, with an optional 12-bit ADC also available. The LCD driver board is equipped with two connectors: one side can be connected to a 4/5/8-wire resistive touch panel (optional), and the other side can be connected to a 4-pin USB cable. ✅️Professional solutions, one-stop shopping. Send an inquiry to contact us for more information!

PenMount 6300 USB Interface LCD Driver Board - Specifications:

Touch Panel Support Supports 4-wire, 5-wire, and 8-wire analog resistive touch panels Transmission Rate USB Full Speed, 12Mbps
Touch Panel Control IC PenMount 6000 IC Resolution 1024×1024 / 4096×4096 (optional)
Board Dimensions 60×26×18.3 mm, with two 3φ screw holes Supported Rotation Angles Supports 90°, 180°, and 270° screen rotation
Impedance Range 50 ~ 1.3K ohms Error Correction Onboard error correction LED indicator
Operating Voltage +5V DC Power Consumption Standby mode: 13.4 mA; Operating mode: 24.6 mA
Storage Temperature -40℃ ~ 85℃ Operating Temperature -20℃ ~ 70℃



No.2 ETP-MB-R4502UPEG LCD Controller Board
The 4 / 5-Wire USB touch panel LCD controller board provides the optimistic performance of your analog resistive touch panels for 4 or 5 wire models. It communicates with PC system directly through USB connector. You can see how superior the design is in sensitivity, accuracy and friendly operation. The touch panel driver emulates mouse left and right button function and supports operation systems as following. ✅️Professional solutions, one-stop shopping. Send an inquiry to contact us for more information!

ETP-MB-R4502UPEG LCD Controller Board Specifications:

Circuit Board Dimension

20mm x 70mm (0.79 inches x 2.75 inches)

Relative Humidity

95% at 60 ℃, RH Non-condensing

Operating Temperature

-25 to 80 ℃

Storage Temperature

-55 to 150 ℃

Interface

USB: 1.1 Full Speed

Resolution

2048 × 2048 resolution

Report Rate

USB: Max. 200 points/sec

Response Time

Max. 20 ms

Attached Cable

180cm shielded cable with USB-A connector

EMI

Unaffected by environmental EMI

Power Requirements

D.C.+5V (100mA typical,50mV peak to peak maximum ripple and noise)

Regulatory Approvals

FCC-B , CE, Unaffected by EMI from other nearly CRTs and other display devices CRTs

Panel Resistance

4 wire resistive model: 200 ~ 900 ohm; 5 wire resistive model: 50 ~ 200 ohm

About Zhengzhou Hengxinda Technology Co., Ltd

Zhengzhou Hengxinda Technology Co., Ltd. is a industrial TFT LCD panel supplier and manufacturer for over a decade, specializing in providing industrial-grade LCD panels and complete LCD display solutions ranging from 3.5"–32 size with high brightness (up to 2000 cd/m²) and wide operating temperatures (-40°C to +85°C). We offer industrial LCD panel from brands such as Innolux, AUO, BOE, Sharp, and Kyocera, as well as HIGGSTEC touch panels including resistive touch screens, capacitive touch screens, and infrared touch screens. Additionally, we have independently developed the LCD controller board. Our customers are from the following industries such as industrial HMI control panel, outdoor high-brightness equipment, medical imaging equipment, and rail transit equipment, providing one-stop industrial display services from product selection to driver integration.

If you need industrial-grade LCD panels, wide-temperature LCD panels, high-brightness LCD panels, or automotive LCD panels, please feel free to contact us. We will develop a custom display solution tailored to your specific application.

✅️Need a customized touch panel solution? We make it happen. Contact us now!

    FAQs:


    Q1. Can the 18.5" 5-wire analog resistive touch panel be used directly with your existing LCD panel?

    A: Yes, absolutely. As long as your LCD panel is 18.5 inches and you have sufficient mounting space, this touch panel can be added as a touch-sensing layer. We can also provide bonding recommendations based on your specific LCD panel model. We offer panel bonding services with options for air bonding or frame bonding. Please contact our sales manager for details.

    Q2. What is the difference between a 5-wire and a 4-wire resistive touch panel?

    A: With a 4-wire resistive touch panel, the conductive circuits are on the touch layer itself. Once the surface wears out, the entire panel must be replaced. In contrast, a 5-wire resistive touch panel has its circuits on the bottom glass layer. Even if the top surface gets scratched or worn, only the top film needs to be replaced, making repair costs significantly lower.

    Q3. Can I operate it while wearing gloves?

    A: Yes, absolutely. This is one of the biggest advantages of resistive technology over capacitive. No matter what type of gloves you wear, the panel responds reliably. This makes it ideal for factory and medical environments where gloves are required.

    Q4. Is it waterproof? 

    A: The resistive touch panel offers some resistance to splashing, but it is not designed for long-time immersion. If you require a specific protectionsuch as IP65, the enclosure needs to be designed with proper sealing. We can provide installation recommendations to help you achieve your target protection level.

    Q5. Do you offer a warranty?

    A: Yes, we offer a 1-year warranty. If the problem is due to product quality, we will replace it free of charge. If the damage is caused by improper installation or misuse, we offer repair services at a reasonable cost.

    Q6. Which is better, resistive touch panel or capacitive touch panel?

    A: It depends on the application. Capacitive touch panel is better suited for consumer electronics, offering a smoother and more responsive experience. However, resistive touch panel has unique advantages in industrial settings: it works with any object (gloved finger, stylus, etc.), costs less, and is easier to repair. 

    Q7. How about the 18.5" resistive touch panel price?

    A: We source directly from HIGGSTEC factory, so all products are brand new and factory-sealed. Our pricing is in the mid-to-low range within the industry. You get the same quality at a better price, or the same price with better service.

    Q8. How can I buy 18.5" resistive touch panels?

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