The FND340C is a seven-segment display manufactured by Fairchild/ON Semiconductor. This display module is designed to present numerical and character information clearly and efficiently. It is a common cathode display, meaning all the cathodes of the seven segments are connected to a common pin. The FND340C is widely used in various electronic devices and applications due to its ease of integration and clear visibility.

Applications:

• Digital Clocks: The FND340C can be used to display the time in digital clock designs.
• Instrumentation Panels: It is utilized in various instrumentation panels to show readings and measurements.
• Counter Displays: Used in counters for displaying numerical counts in industrial and consumer applications.
• Appliance Control Panels: Integrated into control panels of household appliances for displaying settings and status.
• Educational Kits: Commonly found in educational electronic kits for teaching basic electronics and display concepts.

Features:

• Seven-Segment Display: Standard seven-segment configuration for displaying numerals and some alphanumeric characters.
• Common Cathode Configuration: Simplifies wiring and control in certain circuit designs.
• Red Color Emission: Provides clear visibility with a red light emission.
• Industry Standard Pinout: Easy to integrate into existing designs due to its standard pinout configuration.
• Low Current Operation: Operates efficiently with low current requirements, extending battery life in portable devices.

Benefits:

• Easy to Read: Provides clear and easily readable numerical displays.
• Simple Integration: Can be easily integrated into various electronic circuits and systems.
• Cost-Effective: Offers a cost-effective solution for displaying numerical information.
• Reliable: Designed for reliable performance in a wide range of operating conditions.
• Wide Availability: Readily available from various electronic component suppliers.

Additional Details:

The FND340C has a typical forward voltage of around 2.0V and a forward current of approximately 20mA per segment. It comes in a standard DIP (Dual In-line Package) which facilitates easy mounting on PCBs or breadboards. The luminous intensity is designed to provide adequate brightness for indoor viewing. This display offers a straightforward solution for applications requiring simple numerical readouts.