What Are The Differences Between Outdoor LED Displays And Semi-Outdoor LED Displays?

1). Differences in manufacturing process

1.1). Outdoor LED display:

• Complex process:

The manufacturing process is quite particular. First, the internal electronic components must be glued. This step is to enhance the waterproof and dustproof performance of the display and ensure stable operation in harsh outdoor environments.

After the glue is filled, these components are assembled into a fully enclosed box, which is not only sturdy and durable, but also further protects the display from the external environment.

• High-quality materials:

Due to long-term exposure to the outdoors, the materials used are specially selected to ensure that they can withstand high temperatures, low temperatures, humidity, ultraviolet rays, and other challenges.

1.2). Semi-outdoor LED display:

• Simplified process:

Compared with outdoor screens, the manufacturing process of semi-outdoor screens is relatively simple, and glue filling is usually not required. This is because they are installed in relatively sheltered environments, such as carports, under overpasses, etc., so the resistance to the external environment is not so high.

• 成本效益：

Due to the lack of complex glue filling and high-level protection requirements, the cost of semi-outdoor screens is usually lower, and it is more suitable for application scenarios with limited budgets but requiring certain display effects.

2). Difference in waterproof performance

2.1). Outdoor LED display:

• Fully waterproof design:

Outdoor screens must have a high degree of waterproof performance to prevent liquids such as rain and snow from penetrating and causing circuit short circuits or damage. Usually, they will adopt IP65 or higher waterproof grade standards to ensure normal operation in all kinds of bad weather.

2.2). Semi-outdoor LED display:

• Moderate waterproof:

Although semi-outdoor screens do not need to be fully waterproof like outdoor screens, they still need to be able to resist a certain degree of humidity and moisture.

Generally speaking, the waterproof grade of semi-outdoor screens will be lower than that of outdoor screens, but it is still enough to deal with humidity problems in most semi-sheltered environments.

3). Difference between brightness and clarity

3.1). Outdoor LED display:

• 高的 亮度 设计：

In order to cope with the strong sunlight outdoors, outdoor screens usually use high-brightness LED lamp beads and are equipped with high-precision control systems to ensure clear and bright display effects even under strong light.

3.2). Semi-outdoor LED display:

• Moderate brightness:

The brightness design of semi-outdoor screens is more moderate because they are usually installed in a semi-shaded environment and do not need to deal with strong sunlight like outdoor screens.

Moderate brightness can not only reduce energy consumption but also provide a more comfortable viewing experience.

4). Comparison of cabinet and protection level

4.1). Outdoor LED display:

• Fully enclosed cabinet:

The cabinet of the outdoor screen usually adopts a fully enclosed design, which has a high degree of protection and can withstand various external damages such as wind, sand, rain, snow, and impact. This design not only protects the display itself but also extends its service life.

4.2). Semi-outdoor LED display:

Simple cabinet: The cabinet of the semi-outdoor screen is relatively simple, usually made of direct aluminum or a simple cabinet structure. Although the protection performance is not as good as that of the outdoor screen, it is sufficient to meet the use requirements in a semi-shaded environment.

5). Cost and maintenance considerations

5.1). Outdoor LED display:

• 成本高：

Due to the use of high-quality materials and complex production processes, the cost of outdoor screens is usually high. At the same time, due to its long-term exposure to the outdoor environment, regular maintenance and care are required to ensure its stable operation.

5.2). Semi-outdoor LED display:

• Low cost:

Compared with outdoor screens, semi-outdoor screens have lower costs and are more suitable for application scenarios with limited budgets. At the same time, since it is installed in a relatively sheltered environment, the maintenance requirements are relatively low, which can save a certain amount of maintenance costs.

In summary, there are significant differences between outdoor LED display screens and semi-outdoor LED display screens in terms of the production process, waterproof performance, brightness and clarity, cabinet and protection level, cost, and maintenance.

When choosing, it is necessary to make a comprehensive consideration based on the specific application scenario, budget requirements, and display effect requirements.