
Still Going Strong After 30 Years – Noritake’s Long Term Supply
Worried About Short Lifecycles or Supply Limits? We’ve Got You Covered.
We understand how critical long-term stability is for your production. That’s why our products are designed with backward compatibility—matching interface, footprint, and display format—so even a 10-year-old item can be replaced with the latest version. This helps you avoid costly redesigns and keeps your production running smoothly for years to come.
Here are some examples:
Here are some examples:

CU20025-UW1J:
Originally launched in 1995, updated once in 2008, and still in supply after 30 years.
GU112X16G-7000:
In continuous supply since 2002, with over 22 years of availability. (Design update in progress with full continuity for customers.)
Such long-term availability with maintained compatibility is exceptionally rare in the global display industry. We’re proud to offer this level of support to help you build long product lifecycle.
Originally launched in 1995, updated once in 2008, and still in supply after 30 years.
GU112X16G-7000:
In continuous supply since 2002, with over 22 years of availability. (Design update in progress with full continuity for customers.)
Such long-term availability with maintained compatibility is exceptionally rare in the global display industry. We’re proud to offer this level of support to help you build long product lifecycle.
How We Ensure Continuity
Our redesign system is backed by over 40 years of experience and addresses component obsolescence through:
This approach allows customers to rely on a stable supply without the burden of redesign.
- Sourcing compatible replacement
- Modifying PCB layouts to accommodate equivalents
- Redesigning products while preserving specifications and platform
This approach allows customers to rely on a stable supply without the burden of redesign.
Beyond Long-Term Supply
We’re committed to delivering high-quality products manufactured in Japan (Noritake Itron Corp.) with precision and reliability as well as we have nearly a hundred of the standard items. Our Chicago office is staffed with factory-trained sales engineers who provide responsive, local support to North American customers. Plus, with our warehouse in Chicago, we offer shorter lead times and flexible delivery options to keep your production on track.