Product Description
The LCD1602 Parallel LCD Display Module is a popular character display module widely used in embedded systems, microcontroller projects, and DIY electronics. It features a 16 characters × 2 lines display with an HD44780-compatible controller and standard parallel interface which allows direct connection to microcontrollers such as Arduino, ESP32, STM32, and Raspberry Pi (via I/O expander or GPIO). With adjustable contrast and clear blue backlight illumination, it provides excellent readability for text, status messages, sensor data, and user interface elements. This module is commonly used in IoT dashboards, home automation panels, temperature displays, and a variety of embedded electronics projects.
Key Features
16 × 2 character display matrix
Standard parallel interface (8-bit/4-bit mode)
HD44780-compatible controller
Blue backlight for high contrast
Works with Arduino, ESP32, STM32
Simple text display and messaging
Package Includes
1 × LCD1602 Parallel LCD Display Module
1 × Mounting / connector pins (included vary by supplier)
Technical Specifications
Parameter | Specification |
Display Type | Character LCD (16×2) |
Controller | HD44780 compatible |
Interface | Parallel (4-bit / 8-bit) |
Operating Voltage | 5V DC |
Backlight | Blue LED |
Viewing Angle | Wide viewing |
Characters | 16 characters × 2 lines |
Compatible Boards | Arduino, ESP32, STM32, Raspberry Pi (via GPIO expander) |
Dimensions | ~80 × 36 × 12 mm |
Applications
Microcontroller text display
Sensor data readout
IoT user interfaces
Robotics dashboards
Embedded control panels
Educational electronics projects