Large glass display cases should fit the objects you want to present and the work your team needs to do. For museum buyers, exhibit planners, schools, and universities, the right comparison includes usable space, loading access, visibility, shelving, lighting, and delivery.
Tecno Display's MU440, MU400, MU465, and TD200D 72-inch configurations offer different starting points. Compare their layouts with your collection and room, then discuss suitable modifications if a standard configuration needs adjustment.
Compare exterior size with usable display space
Measure each object in its intended display position, including its mount, base, riser, and label. Allow room for arranging the exhibit and reaching objects during changes. A wide cabinet may contain framing or dividers that affect the space available for a single item.
Next, compare the case footprint with the available floor area, surrounding visitor routes, and nearby fixtures. These exterior dimensions show how the four configurations differ:
Model | Exterior dimensions in inches Width x depth x total height | Display layout |
|---|---|---|
40 x 40.375 x 84.5 | Tall tower with sliding doors | |
72 x 20 x 39, 42, or 48 | Island with a removable glass top | |
73 5/8 x 21 11/16 x 39, 42, or 48 | Island with a lift-off glass top | |
72 x 19.75 x 79.5 | Shelved cabinet with a center divider |
MU400 and MU465 are shown in their widest listed standard widths. Their total heights vary with the selected glass height. Confirm the exact width and height combination in your quote.
Request clear interior dimensions separately. Exterior measurements do not establish usable display space or object fit. Explore our museum display cases to compare tower and island formats.
Check how objects will enter the case
Loading access can determine whether a case suits your exhibit. An object may fit within the enclosure yet be too wide for its normal door opening. Check the opening with the object attached to its mount and discuss how staff will support it during placement.
The MU440 product page lists an 18-inch opening through the sliding doors and a nearly 40-inch opening when the doors are removed. Confirm the clear opening and door-handling procedure for the selected configuration before ordering.
MU400 and MU465 provide access through removable glass tops. Consider how often exhibits will change, the personnel and handling arrangements needed to remove the top, and a suitable place to set it down. Allow working space around the case for cleaning and display changes.
Compare glass visibility and locking features
All four models use tempered glass. Compare the glass area and framing from the viewing positions in your room. MU400 and MU465 have frameless display areas; MU440 uses aluminum corner framing. Position labels and objects so important details remain visible from the intended approach.
Access and locking features also differ. MU400 uses a pneumatically activated locking system, while MU465 has two push locks. MU440 and TD200D 72-inch have locking sliding glass doors. Discuss who will access the display and how the locks fit your staff procedures.
For sensitive objects, share written collection-care or lender requirements before selecting a configuration. Ask about the specified glazing, seals, interior materials, and lighting. Confirm any required UV filtering or environmental performance for the exact case being quoted.
MU440 shown with black framing and a recessed canopy.
Match shelving and lighting to the display
The TD200D 72-inch cabinet includes ten adjustable glass shelves and eight LED top lights. Its center divider separates the display into sections. Request confirmed shelf dimensions, supported loads, and available shelf spacing for your arrangement, particularly for objects that need a wide uninterrupted platform.
MU440 includes LED top lights as standard. MU400 and MU465 list LED pole lights or an LED light bar as options. Compare light placement with object height, shelves, and mounts, which can affect shadows and reflections. Ask how power will reach the case and review lighting with your collection requirements.
Confirm the finish, framing color, hardware, and lighting included in each quote. Review available finish samples alongside the surrounding fixtures so the case works with the room as well as the objects.
Compare assembled delivery and total project cost
These cases ship assembled, reducing case construction at your location. Plan for the packaged shipment and the full route from the unloading area to the exhibit. Confirm crated dimensions and weight for your order, then check clear door openings, turns, elevators, and receiving restrictions.
Ask what the freight quote includes, including unloading, inside delivery, uncrating, and placement. Assembled shipment alone does not establish that those services are included. Confirm any final shelf, removable-component, or lighting setup. Our assembled display case delivery guide explains the receiving questions to address before arrival.
Compare written quotes using the same scope: case size, selected options, freight services, and required setup. Request current production timing for the configuration you intend to order.
Start your comparison with Tecno Display
Tecno Display has manufactured glass display cases in the USA since 1978. Start with a standard model and discuss appropriate modifications when your project requires them.
To begin, send your object and mount dimensions, weights, photographs, available floor space, preferred model, delivery location, and target installation date. Include any written collection-specific requirements.
Request a quote to discuss MU440, MU400, MU465, or TD200D 72-inch for your project. You can also call (800) 255-3536 or email tecno@tecnodisplay.com.