TE Series Waterproof IR Touch Screens: IP65 Protection for Outdoor Use

Outdoor touch equipment has to deal with conditions that standard indoor touchscreens are not designed to handle. Rain, dust, direct sunlight, temperature changes, accidental impact, and continuous operation can all affect the reliability of a touch interface. For equipment such as vending machines, smart charging stations, outdoor kiosks, and parcel lockers, the touchscreen must remain responsive while also protecting the internal equipment from the surrounding environment.

The Waterproof IR Touch Screen 10.4 to 21.5 Inches(TE Series) is designed for these types of applications. It combines 10-point infrared touch technology with an aluminum alloy frame, tempered glass, IP65 waterproof and dustproof protection, and strong resistance to ambient light. Available in sizes from 10.4 to 21.5 inches, the TE Series provides a practical touch interface for outdoor and semi-outdoor equipment.

IP65 Protection for Outdoor Touch Equipment

An outdoor touchscreen is exposed to considerably more environmental interference than a display installed inside an office or retail store. Dust can accumulate around openings, rain can reach the front panel, and changing weather conditions can place additional demands on the sealing structure.

The TE Series uses a combination of a one-piece injection-molded light-transmitting frame, waterproof adhesive, and mechanized glass bonding process. This structure is designed to create a sealed touchscreen assembly and achieve an IP65 waterproof and dustproof rating.

IP65 protection makes the series suitable for equipment where the touchscreen may be exposed to rain, dust, and outdoor operating conditions. Typical installations include outdoor smart charging stations, vending machines, advertising kiosks, information kiosks, self-service parcel lockers, and other waterproof equipment.

For equipment manufacturers, the value of this design is practical: the touchscreen can be integrated into an outdoor enclosure without relying solely on the equipment housing to protect the touch interface.

10-Point Infrared Touch for Reliable Interaction

The TE Series uses 10-point infrared touch technology. Infrared touch detects interaction through an infrared sensing grid around the display area, allowing users to operate the interface without requiring a conventional capacitive touch layer.

The specified touch response speed is less than 10 ms, while the supported touch object is greater than 7 mm in diameter. This makes the interface suitable for buttons, menus, information retrieval, service instructions, and other interactive functions commonly used on public equipment.

Multi-touch capability can also be useful when the application requires gestures or simultaneous touch inputs. Depending on the software, users can interact with content through functions such as selection, navigation, zooming, and other touch operations.

Because the TE Series is intended for equipment exposed to public use, durability is an important consideration. The front structure uses tempered glass, providing a stronger protective surface than ordinary glass.

Strong Light Resistance up to 8000 Lux

Direct sunlight is one of the more difficult conditions for infrared touchscreens. Strong ambient light can interfere with infrared sensing if the touch system is not designed to handle it properly.

The TE Series provides full-angle light resistance and is specified for anti-light performance up to 8000 Lux. This allows the infrared touch function to continue operating under strong ambient lighting conditions.

This characteristic is particularly relevant for outdoor equipment positioned near building entrances, parking areas, transport facilities, charging stations, or other locations where sunlight can reach the touchscreen from different directions.

For equipment designers, the benefit is not simply higher light resistance on a specification sheet. It reduces the need to restrict installation locations based solely on ambient lighting and provides more flexibility when designing the user interface around the actual position of the machine.

3mm Tempered Glass and Reinforced Front Protection

The front panel of an outdoor self-service device can be exposed to repeated contact, accidental impact, and public use. The TE Series uses 3mm tempered glass coverage to provide a stronger protective surface.

The aluminum alloy frame and tempered glass panel work together as part of the touchscreen assembly. The structure also provides high explosion protection, helping the touchscreen withstand demanding operating conditions.

The bezel thickness is approximately 8 mm, giving the touchscreen a relatively compact front structure while retaining the protective frame required for the infrared sensing components.

For OEM equipment manufacturers, the combination of aluminum alloy and tempered glass can also simplify integration into metal cabinets and other outdoor equipment housings.

Plug-and-Play USB Connection

Installation and system integration can become time-consuming when a touchscreen requires proprietary drivers or complicated interfaces. The TE Series uses a USB 2.0 full-speed interface with plug-and-play operation.

The touchscreen uses an aluminum alloy USB plug and is designed to operate without an additional driver under supported systems. The stated USB transmission speed reaches up to 480 Mbps, while the USB recognition time is specified as three times that of a regular USB plug in the product description.

For equipment manufacturers, this simplifies the connection between the touch interface and the host computer. Once the USB connection is established, the system can recognize the touch interface without requiring a separate driver installation process in supported environments.

The TE Series Waterproof IR Touch Screen supports Windows, Android, and Linux systems. Its driver-layer adaptation allows the touchscreen to be integrated with a wide range of mainstream consumer and commercial operating systems.

Multiple Sizes for Different Equipment Designs

Not every outdoor machine has the same available front-panel space. The TE Series is offered in several standard sizes to accommodate different equipment designs.

Available sizes include 10.4, 12.1, 15, 17, 19, and 21.5 inches. The smaller models use 4:3 and 5:4 aspect ratios, while the 21.5-inch model uses a 16:9 format.

This range allows manufacturers to select a touchscreen based on the dimensions of the equipment rather than redesigning the entire product around a single display size.

For compact control panels, a 10.4-inch or 12.1-inch screen can provide sufficient interactive space without occupying excessive cabinet area. Larger 17-inch, 19-inch, or 21.5-inch screens can provide a more comfortable interface for information-heavy applications and public self-service systems.

The TE Series can also be customized in terms of logo, screen size, border color, border material, and surface treatments such as AG, AR, and AF according to project requirements.

Designed for Continuous Operation

Outdoor equipment often needs to remain available throughout the day instead of being switched on only during working hours. The TE Series supports maximum non-stop 24/7 operation.

Its specified operating temperature range is -10°C to 50°C, while the storage temperature range is -20°C to 60°C. The product is also specified for up to 90% relative humidity without condensation.

These environmental specifications are important for applications where the touchscreen is installed in equipment that operates continuously and may experience temperature and humidity fluctuations.

The combination of IP65 protection, strong light resistance, tempered glass, and continuous-operation capability makes the Waterproof IR Touch Screen 10.4 to 21.5 Inches(TE Series) suitable for outdoor equipment where touchscreen availability is directly connected to equipment usability.

Practical Integration for Outdoor Equipment

The TE Series is designed to be relatively straightforward to install. After removing the touchscreen from its packaging, the USB cable can be connected to the host system. The installation procedure then uses double-sided adhesive tape to secure the touchscreen behind the equipment's viewing window.

The touchscreen is aligned with the viewing area, secured in position, and connected to the host system. This approach can be useful for OEM equipment manufacturers that need to integrate touchscreens into existing cabinet structures.

The compact bezel and aluminum frame also provide flexibility when designing the front appearance of a machine. Instead of using a conventional monitor with a separate touch overlay, manufacturers can integrate the infrared touchscreen directly into the equipment's front panel.

GreenTouch Manufacturing and Customization Capabilities

ShenZhen GreenTouch Technology Co.,Ltd. specializes in touch products and develops capacitive touchscreens, resistive touchscreens, infrared touch frames, nano touch foil, touch monitors, touch all-in-one PCs, and digital signage products.

The company operates a fully automatic production line and a fully enclosed dust-free workshop. Its management systems include ISO9001 quality management system certification and ISO14001 environmental management system certification. Products are controlled according to its quality management processes and have obtained certifications including CE, FCC, CB, RoHS, UL, CCC, and HDMI.

For product development, GreenTouch has more than 20 technical engineers, develops more than 50 new products annually, and holds more than 20 patent certificates and more than 30 computer software copyrights.

Its touch screen manufacturing facilities include a Class 1000 dust-free lamination workshop supporting G+G, G+FF bonding, and TP+LCM full lamination technologies. The company also operates a 5,000 m² standard production workshop for touch monitor and touch all-in-one manufacturing, with daily production exceeding 600 touch panels.

These capabilities are relevant when an outdoor equipment manufacturer needs more than a standard touchscreen. Logo customization, size adjustment, border color or material changes, and AG, AR, or AF surface options can be considered according to the equipment design and application environment.

A Practical Choice for Outdoor Touch Interfaces

Outdoor touchscreen equipment requires a combination of protection, touch accuracy, system compatibility, and mechanical durability. The TE Series addresses these requirements through IP65 waterproof and dustproof protection, 10-point infrared touch, 8000 Lux light resistance, 3mm tempered glass, aluminum alloy construction, USB plug-and-play connectivity, and Windows, Android, and Linux compatibility.

Its multiple sizes from 10.4 to 21.5 inches also allow the same product family to serve different equipment designs, from compact control panels to larger public information interfaces.

For vending machines, outdoor charging stations, advertising kiosks, information terminals, parcel lockers, and other equipment exposed to demanding environments, the TE Series Waterproof IR Touch Screen provides a configurable interface designed around real outdoor operating conditions rather than indoor display requirements.