G043FW01 V0 discontinuation announcement and alternative model G043FTN01.0
G043FW01 V0 discontinuation announcement and alternative model G043FTN01.0Important Notice: G043FW01 V0 Production Sus...
G043FW01 V0 discontinuation announcement and alternative model G043FTN01.0
Important Notice: G043FW01 V0 Production Suspension Announcement and Alternative Solution Explanation
Dear customer:
Thank you for your long-term trust and support in AU Optronics and our products.
We hereby officially announce that the 4.3-inch industrial LCD screen of AU G043FW01 V0 has ceased production in Q4 2018. The final order date is Q3 2018, and there is currently no stock available. The original factory of AU no longer accepts new orders.
To assist customers who are currently using or planning to use this model in smoothly transitioning their products, we hereby provide a complete shutdown instruction and alternative selection recommendations.
1. G043FW01 V0 Product Review
G043FW01 V0 is a 4.3-inch industrial grade TN LCD screen with the following main parameters:
Project | Specification |
Size | 4.3INCH |
Resolution | 480×272 (WQVGA) |
Brightness | 450 cd/m² |
Contrast | 400:1 |
Interface | Parallel RGB (45-pin FPC) |
Operating Temperature | -20℃ ~ 70℃ |
Backlight life | 30000 hours |
This model has been widely used in industrial HMI, medical equipment, smart home terminals, car displays and other fields, and has gained market recognition for its stable performance and moderate brightness.
2. Recommended alternative model: G043FTN01.0
After technical evaluation, we recommend using G043FTN01.0 as the preferred alternative to G043FW01 V0.
Advantages of alternative models:
Advantages | Explanation |
Same brand | Both produced by the original factory of AU, with guaranteed quality |
Parameter upgrade | Brightness has been increased to 550 nits, resulting in clearer display under strong light |
Size compatibility | The external dimensions are basically consistent with the effective display area |
long-term supply | AU is still in mass production and will supply until at least 2026 |
Mature application | It has been widely applied in industrial control, medical, automotive and other fields |
Differences to be noted:
Number of interface pins: G043FW01 V0 is 45 pin, G043FTN01.0 is 40 pin, FPC cable is not universal, hardware design needs to be modified or adapter board needs to be used.
Brightness improvement: 550nits provides higher brightness. If the original system backlight drive current needs to be readjusted.
3. Other alternative options
If it is not possible to directly replace with G043FTN01.0 due to pin compatibility issues, the following solution is recommended:
Consult with the original manufacturer or agent of AU: obtain official recommended 45 pin compatible alternative models;
Customized FPC adapter board: Convert 40 pin to 45 pin through the adapter board, retaining the original motherboard design;
Evaluate other brands, such as Tianma and Qunchuang, with a 4.3-inch industrial screen of the same specifications (requiring retesting of the driver)
4. Technical support and sample application
If you are looking for an alternative solution to G043FW01 V0, we can provide the following support:
✅ Free provision of G043FTN01.0 specification sheet and development materials
✅ Assist in evaluating hardware compatibility and driver adaptation
✅ Provide sample testing (limited to corporate clients)
✅ Provide one-on-one consultation on alternative selection options
Thank you again for your support of AU products and our services. We will continue to provide you with high-quality industrial display solutions and long-term supply guarantees.
