What Crystalfontz does

Crystalfontz America, Inc. is a privately held U.S. specialty distributor and light integrator of display modules, founded in 1998 and headquartered in Spokane Valley, Washington. The company sells LCD (character and graphic), TFT LCD, OLED, and ePaper display modules alongside touch-screen, sunlight-readable (up to 1,000 nits), and low-power variants, supported by a portfolio of development kits built around Arduino-compatible (Seeeduino) microcontrollers and accessories such as ZIF connectors, breakout boards, cables, and headers. Its technology stack spans multiple interface protocols (USB, SPI, parallel, I2C, UART/Serial, DOT-CLK/RGB, MIPI DSI) and incorporates Bridgetek FTDI FT81x / BT817 Embedded Video Engine (EVE) technology in its higher-end accelerated TFT product family, with Sitronix and other third-party controllers powering much of the standard catalog. Supporting software (CrystalControl2, CFA LCD Utilities including CFTest, USB LCD driver, Linux example code, Bitmap to ePaper converter, Image2Code) is provided free of charge to drive hardware sales.

The company operates a direct-to-consumer e-commerce model from its own website with advanced parametric search, quick-order, request-a-quote, and sample-request workflows, complemented by phone/email sales and an inside-sales function for volume pricing. Unit prices range from under $5 for small components to roughly $187.60 for advanced development kits, with explicit volume discount tiers at 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 300, 500, and 1,000 units, plus a discounted/EOL inventory section. Revenue is generated almost entirely from one-time hardware sales and a small custom display solutions service, while software and firmware are offered on a freemium basis. Crystalfontz serves a hybrid customer base: a long tail of engineers and product developers plus hobbyists/makers (both primary) and a smaller group of top-tier manufacturing companies (secondary), shipping globally from its U.S. facility and maintaining ISO 9001:2015 certification as a quality marker. The company is independently owned (founder Brent Crosby) with no disclosed funding rounds, acquisitions, or parent company.

Name

Crystalfontz

Legal name

Crystalfontz America, Inc.

Website

https://crystalfontz.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Crystalfontz America is a privately held U.S. specialty distributor of LCD, TFT, OLED, and ePaper display modules, serving engineers, hobbyists, and product developers through a direct e-commerce storefront with Arduino-based development kits, U.S.-based technical support, and custom display design services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electronic Display Modules

NAICS

Furniture, Home Furnishings, Electronics, and Appliance Retailers (449)

SIC

Electronic Components & Accessories (3670)

akta.pro primary industry

Display & Illumination Components (MicroLED/OLED Drivers/Backlight Optics) (HDAHALAN)

akta.pro secondary industry

Industrial & Rugged Displays (Harsh Environment) (HDACADAK)

Keywords

• LCD display modules
• TFT OLED displays
• EPaper display modules
• Embedded display development
• Custom display design

Headquarters

HQ city

Spokane

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Display Module Sales: Crystalfontz generates revenue through the sale of display modules including LCDs, TFTs, OLEDs, and ePaper displays. Products range from small character displays to full-color TFT modules, with pricing varying by display type, resolution, and features. Volume discounts are offered for larger orders.
2. Accessories and Components: Sale of complementary products including development kits, cables, ZIF connectors, breakout boards, headers, mounting screws, and carrier boards. Development kits bundle displays with Arduino-compatible microcontrollers for plug-and-play prototyping.
3. Software and Drivers: Free software including LCD drivers, test utilities (CFTest, CrystalControl2), Linux example code, Bitmap to ePaper converter, and Image2Code. Software is provided at no charge to support hardware sales.
4. Custom Display Solutions: Crystalfontz offers custom display solutions for specific requirements, providing quotes for custom electronic display products when standard offerings do not meet customer needs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Crystalfontz supplies LCD, TFT, OLED, and ePaper display modules ranging from under one inch to ten inches diagonal, along with accessories, Arduino- and Raspberry Pi-compatible development kits, free software utilities, and custom display design services. The company stocks character LCDs, monochrome graphic LCDs, full-color IPS TFTs, character and graphic OLEDs, ultra-low-power ePaper modules, EVE Accelerated TFTs integrating Bridgetek FT81x chips, and sunlight-readable and touchscreen variants, sold primarily through a direct e-commerce storefront with worldwide shipping.

Product overview

Crystalfontz is a display technology company offering a comprehensive portfolio of LCD, TFT, OLED, and ePaper display modules along with supporting development tools, software, and accessories. The product line centers on USB LCD Displays, Character LCD Displays (8x1 to 40x4), Graphic LCD Displays (monochrome 128x64 and 320x240), Full-Color TFT LCD Displays (IPS technology), OLED Displays (character and graphic), and ePaper Displays (ultra-low power). The company also provides EVE Accelerated TFT Displays powered by FTDI FT81x Embedded Video Engine for enhanced graphics performance. Supporting products include specialized variants for sunlight readable, low power, touchscreen (resistive/capacitive/in-cell), Arduino, and Raspberry Pi platforms. Development tools encompass LCD, ePaper, OLED, and EVE Development Kits built on Arduino architecture with preloaded demos. Software offerings include CrystalControl2 (PC display software), USB LCD Drivers, CFA LCD Utilities (firmware updates, font creation, video encoding), Linux Example Code, and image conversion tools. Accessories include ZIF connectors, breakout boards, cables, headers, and drive bay mounting kits. Crystalfontz also offers custom display design services for specialized requirements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• USB LCD Displays USB-connected LCD display modules featuring an easy-to-use command set for turn-key integration into various applications, for engineers, hobbyists, and product developers.
• Character LCD Displays Character LCD modules ranging from 8x1 to 40x4 characters with standard HD44780 controller interface, for instrumentation and embedded product designs.
• Graphic LCD Displays Standard monochrome graphic LCD modules including 128x64 pixel and 320x240 resolutions for graphical display applications.
• TFT LCD Displays Full-color TFT LCD display modules with backlit LED technology and IPS wide viewing angles, ranging from under 1 inch to 10 inches diagonal, for product designers and embedded systems.
• OLED Displays Character and graphic OLED displays offering darker darks, brighter colors, and higher contrast ratios compared to LCD technology.
• ePaper Displays Ultra-low power ePaper display modules ideal for electronic shelf labels, e-readers, and battery-powered applications.
• EVE Accelerated TFT Displays Full-color TFT display modules accelerated by FTDI FT81x Embedded Video Engine (EVE) technology for faster responses and simplified toolchains.
• Touch Screen Displays Display modules with integrated touchscreen options including resistive, capacitive, multi-touch, and in-cell touch technologies.
• Sunlight Readable Displays High-brightness display modules designed to remain readable in direct outdoor sunlight conditions.
• Low Power Displays Display modules optimized for minimal power consumption for battery-powered or energy-efficient applications.
• Arduino TFT Displays Full-color TFT displays designed for seamless integration with Arduino microcontrollers.
• Raspberry Pi Screens Display modules compatible with Raspberry Pi single-board computers for embedded and maker projects.
• LCD Development Kits Arduino-compatible development kits including display modules, microcontroller boards, and cables for prototyping and testing LCD applications.
• ePaper Development Kits Development kits for ePaper displays including adapter boards and complete starter packages.
• OLED Development Kits Development kits for OLED display modules with various resolution options including 48x64, 64x48, 128x32, and 128x64.
• EVE Development Kits Development kits featuring EVE-accelerated TFT displays with Seeeduino microcontrollers and breakout boards for rapid prototyping.
• LCD Accessories Supporting components including ZIF connectors, screws, breakout boards, carrier boards, cables, and headers for LCD development projects.
• Drive Bay LCD Kits Drive bay mounting kits and sleds for installing LCD displays in computer cases.
• Custom Display Solutions Custom electronic display design and manufacturing services for specialized requirements not met by the standard product catalog.
• 480x272 4.3" Non-Touch EVE Development Kit (CFA480272E0-043SN-KIT) 4.3-inch non-touch EVE TFT development kit combining a sunlight-readable (1000 nits) IPS TFT display module, EVE breakout board, and Seeeduino microprocessor with BT817 EVE acceleration for engineers and product developers.
• 1.3" 240x240 Full-Color LCD Display on Adapter Board (CFAF240240A4-013TN-E1) 1.3-inch 240x240 IPS TFT full-color LCD display on an adapter board with ST7789H2 controller, designed for wearable, gauge, or indicator applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Short lead times with extensive inventory
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• BridgetekcoreTechnology or IntegrationCrystalfontz incorporates Bridgetek's FTDI FT81x Embedded Video Engine (EVE) technology into their EVE Accelerated TFT display modules. The BT817 EVE chip provides advanced graphics processing capabilities, enabling faster display responses and built-in toolchains for easier development.
• ArduinocoreTechnology or IntegrationCrystalfontz development kits are built on Arduino architecture, using Arduino-compatible microcontroller boards (including Seeeduino) and providing seamless integration with Arduino ecosystem. Products are specifically designed for Arduino compatibility with matching headers and software libraries.
• SitronixcoreTechnology or IntegrationCrystalfontz offers displays featuring Sitronix LCD controllers including ST7066U, ST7789H2, and many others. They provide datasheets for Sitronix controllers as part of their technical support resources.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• GitHubgithub.com/crystalfontz
• Xx.com/crystalfontz
• Facebookfacebook.com/CrystalfontzAmericaInc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/crystalfontz-america-inc

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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