Moisture Protection for Micro-LED Displays
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Micro-LED displays face significant engineering challenges when exposed to moisture and water vapor, which can degrade both optical performance and device longevity. Current displays show accelerated aging and color shift when relative humidity exceeds 85%, while direct water exposure can lead to delamination of critical optical layers and eventual device failure.
The fundamental challenge lies in developing moisture barriers that maintain display clarity and brightness while providing reliable protection against environmental factors across thousands of operating hours.
This page brings together solutions from recent research—including fluoropolymer encapsulation techniques, multi-layer moisture blocking architectures, hydrophilic-hydrophobic interface engineering, and quantum dot protection strategies. These and other approaches focus on achieving both optical excellence and environmental durability in real-world applications.
1. Display Device Encapsulation with Adhesive Sidewall Coverage and Stress-Reducing Grooved Substrate
乐金显示有限公司, LG DISPLAY CO LTD, 2024
Display device with improved encapsulation to prevent water and oxygen ingress into the display and degrade the device. The encapsulation involves covering the side surfaces of adhesive layers used to attach components like light-emitting diodes (LEDs) to the display substrate. This prevents external water and oxygen from penetrating through the adhesive sidewalls. The encapsulation is achieved by adding an extra encapsulation substrate that overlaps and contacts the adhesive layers. This ensures the side surfaces of the adhesive layers are fully covered. The additional encapsulation substrate can also have grooves in the upper portion to reduce stress when bending the encapsulation structure.
2. LED Display with Nano Coated Moisture Barrier, Integrated Cooling Fins, and Screwless Assembly Mechanism
SHANDONG JIAHE TIANCHENG TECH CO LTD, SHANDONG JIAHE TIANCHENG TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2024
Moisture-proof LED display with nano coating to prevent water ingress in humid environments. The display has a nano coating on the LED components inside the case to prevent moisture absorption. It also has cooling fins, a heat insulation layer, sliding rods, and spring-engaged pressure plates for assembly without screws. This allows easier, faster, and more convenient assembly compared to using screws. The display also uses a thermal strip inside the case to dissipate heat from the LEDs without external holes that can let in water.
3. LED Display Module with Side-Sealed Substrate and Waterproof Housing
HUIZHOU ABSEN OPTOELECTRONIC CO LTD, SHENZHEN ABSEN OPTOELECTRONIC CO LTD, 2024
Waterproof LED display module that prevents water ingress without affecting display quality when submerged or exposed to rain. The module has a sealed packaging layer on the sides of the substrate to prevent moisture ingress there. The bottom of the module is sealed with a waterproof housing. This provides comprehensive protection of the substrate and LED chips without enclosures that can cause visual artifacts when spliced together.
4. LED Light Source with Dam-Enclosed Filling Area and Moisture-Blocking Coating
SHENZHEN TONGYIFANG OPTOELECTRONIC TECH CO LTD, SHENZHEN TONGYIFANG OPTOELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2024
Coated moisture-proof LED light source that prevents water ingress into the LED package to improve reliability in humid environments. The LED light source has a dam around the light-emitting area that encloses a filling area with a top opening. The dam surrounds the light-emitting chips and seals the edges. This prevents condensation and moisture from entering the LED package through gaps. The filling area can have a coating or sealing material to further block moisture.
5. LED Display Module with Transparent Glass Cover and Integrated Moisture-Absorbing Storage Bin
HUBEI QIANFAN INFORMATION TECH CO LTD, HUBEI QIANFAN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2024
An indoor waterproof and moisture-proof LED display module to prevent damage to the LED display screen from humidity and water. The module has a mounting frame with a transparent glass cover, a storage bin inside, and a sealing gasket and cover plate. Desiccant is put in the storage bin to absorb moisture. The sealing gasket and waterproof tape prevent water vapor from entering the frame. This protects the LED display inside from moisture and improves longevity.
6. LED Display Screen with Angled Frame and Coating Plate for Moisture Drainage and Heat Dissipation
SHENZHEN ZHANSHI OPTOELECTRONIC TECH CO LTD, SHENZHEN ZHANSHI OPTOELECTRONIC TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2024
Waterproof, moisture-proof and thermally dissipating LED display screen for indoor applications like signage and advertising. The display has a frame, a base plate, a coating plate and angled frames. The coating plate is attached to the base plate and has angled frames connected to the frame. This allows water and moisture to drain off the display while the angled frames facilitate heat dissipation to prevent overheating. The base plate provides a flat surface for the LED modules to be mounted on.
7. Display Device with Comprehensive Edge Waterproof Seal for Moisture Protection
UNILUMIN GROUP CO LTD, 2023
Moisture-proof display device to prevent water vapor from entering and damaging the LED chips. The display device has a waterproof seal around the entire edge of the circuit board, not just where the 1B port chip is located. This provides a tight seal between the board edge and the waterproof material to prevent water vapor intrusion and detachment issues.
8. Micro LED Display with Airflow Channels and Dual-Sided Hydrophobic Coating for Wearable Electronics
美科米尚技术有限公司, METCOMICHAN TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2023
Breathable and waterproof micro LED display for wearable electronics that allows airflow to prevent fogging and condensation while still being waterproof. The display has air channels in the substrate that connect to the surface. A hydrophobic layer covers the display side and a hydrophilic or hydrophobic layer covers the back. This prevents water entry through the back while allowing airflow through the channels. The channels connect to the surface to allow air exchange with the environment. The micro LEDs have small size less than 2500um^2 to enable breathability.
9. Sealed LED Display Screen with Integrated Desiccant Housing and Removable Moisture Control System
HUBEI HENGWEI ZHICHENG TECH CO LTD, HUBEI HENGWEI ZHICHENG TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2023
LED display screen with better moisture-proof capability to prevent water vapor from entering the display and damaging components. The display is enclosed in a sealed protective box with a cover plate, sealing plate, and protective glass. Inside the box, a drying box contains desiccant to absorb moisture. The cover plate can be pushed up to open the box for heat dissipation. Moving the card plate opens the sealing plate to remove the drying box with desiccant. This allows easy replacement of the desiccant without disassembling the display.
10. Display Device with Moisture Barrier Hole and UV-Sensitive Variable Adhesive Layer
LG DISPLAY CO LTD, 2023
Display device with improved moisture protection and easier rework capability. The display has a moisture barrier hole in the bezel area of the substrate. This hole penetrates through layers like the coatings and bank insulation. A packaging component fills at least part of the hole. This prevents moisture ingress into the bezel region. It also allows easier separation of the display from the substrate during rework compared to bonded packages. A variable adhesive layer between the encapsulation and front adhesive layers reduces bond strength under UV light. This enables easier removal of the display from the substrate without damaging the LEDs.
11. Waterproof Assembly for SMD LEDs with Dynamic Water-Stop Mechanism at Resin-Substrate Junction
江西瑞晟光电科技有限公司, JIANGXI RUISHENG PHOTOELECTRIC TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2023
Enhancing waterproofing of SMD LEDs to prevent internal moisture intrusion that can cause failures like metal migration and leakage. The LED has a unique waterproof assembly at the junction of the encapsulating resin and substrate. The assembly includes features like water stop strips, arc plates, springs, and rods that expand and contract to push water out when absorbed. This allows the LED to automatically replace water-stop strips during operation, preventing water ingress into the interior of the LED.
12. Micro LED Display Device with Positioning Frame and Isolation Frame for Substrate Alignment and Environmental Protection
PLAYNITRIDE DISPLAY CO LTD, 2023
Micro LED display device with improved color accuracy and water/oxygen protection. The display has a positioning frame outside the display area to align the substrates precisely. An isolation frame surrounds the positioning frame and has lower moisture vapor transmission rate. This prevents water and oxygen ingress into the display area. A cover plate connects the substrate to the frames. The positioning frame provides alignment while the isolation frame blocks environmental factors.
13. Micro LED Display Device with Quantum Dot Isolation Frame and Positioning Frame Integration
PlayNitride Display Co., Ltd., 2023
Micro LED display device with improved packaging to prevent chromatic aberration when using quantum dot (QD) materials. The display has a positioning frame outside the display region to connect the cover plate to the substrate. An isolation frame surrounds the positioning frame to block environmental factors like water and oxygen from the QDs. The isolation frame has a lower water vapor transmission rate than the positioning frame to protect the QDs better. This prevents chromatic aberration when viewing the display from wider angles.
14. LED Display Device with Waterproof Frame, Integrated Drying Blocks, and Sealing Mechanism
WUHAN JIUZHOU QILIN TECH CO LTD, WUHAN JIUZHOU QILIN TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2023
Moisture-proof and waterproof LED display device to prevent fogging and condensation on the display screen in humid environments. The device uses a waterproof frame around the display panel, with drying blocks on the backside to absorb moisture. The drying blocks are connected to the frame bottom and have heat dissipation mechanisms nearby. A sealing mechanism with a hinged plate and moving rods secures the front of the water tank. This provides moisture removal inside the frame while allowing heat dissipation, preventing internal fogging.
15. LED Display Screen with Edge-Wrapping Soft Shell and Grooved PCB Integration
SHENZHEN MEIYAD PHOTOELECTRIC CO LTD, WANG XIONGJIE, 2023
LED display screen with improved waterproofing to prevent damage from seeping water. The display has a soft shell cover wrapping around the edge of the light board. The cover has a groove along its back edge that the PCB board fits into. The front and back of the light board are then filled with waterproof glue. This seals the edges and prevents water from entering the display when it rains.
16. LED Display with Transparent Dark Panel for Concealed Screen and Enhanced Water Resistance
YIXING NANBU PLASTIC ELECTRONICS CO LTD, 2023
LED display with hidden screen functionality that prevents accidental touching and improves water resistance. The display has a plastic case, circuit board, display film, rear shell, and transparent dark panel. The display film is covered by the transparent dark panel when off to prevent accidental touching. The dark panel is removable for viewing. This prevents misuse and touching that can damage the display. The dark panel also covers the display when wet to prevent water entry into the electronics.
17. Outdoor LED Display Module with Soft Bottom Case and Protrusion-Integrated Glue Groove
SHENZHEN XINCAICHEN TECH CO LTD, SHENZHEN XINCAICHEN TECHNOLOGY CO LTD, 2023
LED display screen outdoor module with improved waterproofing and prevention of lifting of the LED board. The module has a soft bottom case with a protrusion along the front edge. The LED board is placed inside the protrusion and a glue accommodating groove is provided on the case inner wall. A glue filling layer seals the LED board edges and fills the gap between board and protrusion. When glue is applied to the board front, it enters the groove. This wraps and fixes the board edges to the case, preventing lifting.
18. LED Display Module with PCB-Integrated Sealing and Nano-Ceramic Coating Layers
SHENZHEN ABSEN OPTOELECTRONIC CO LTD, 2022
LED display module with improved moisture resistance, drop protection, and fire safety compared to conventional modules. The module has a PCB substrate, LED beads, sealing layer, and nano-ceramic layer. The LED beads are mounted on the PCB with a sealing layer over them and the PCB edges. The nano-ceramic layer covers the sealing layer and the PCB backside. This sealing and ceramic coating prevents moisture ingress, protects against drops, and improves fire resistance compared to exposed PCB edges.
19. LED Display Screen with Elevated Waterproof Layer and Protective Overlay on PCB
SHENZHEN INFILED ELECTRONICS CO LTD, 2022
LED display screen with improved durability against moisture, corrosion, and damage compared to conventional LED screens. The display has a waterproof layer between the gaps between the LED beads on the PCB. This layer is higher than the beads and prevents moisture ingress. A protective layer is then added on top to further protect the display. The waterproof layer prevents moisture between the gaps from corroding the PCB, while the protective layer shields against impacts and scratches.
20. LED Digital Display Screen with Multi-Layered Waterproof and Optical Enhancement Structure
ZHENGXIANG PHOTOELECTRIC SCIENCE AND TECH LIMITED COMPANY IN FOSHAN CITY, ZHENGXIANG PHOTOELECTRIC SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LIMITED COMPANY IN FOSHAN CITY, 2022
LED digital display screen with improved waterproof performance using a fluorescent film. The display has a housing with a display screen attached to the front. The display has layers inside the housing: a base layer, a first functional layer, and a second functional layer. The first layer has a high borosilicate glass layer and a fluorescent film layer sandwiched between them. The second layer has a transparent methyl silicone resin coating and a nano-waterproof coating. The borosilicate glass and fluorescent film in the first layer provide good optical performance, while the silicone and nano-waterproof coating in the second layer provide improved waterproofing.
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In order to fully fulfill the potential of moisture resistance micro-LED technology and enable its use in a variety of situations, including outdoor displays and mobile devices, more research and development is needed for hydrophilic and hydrophobic adhesion approaches.