LCD Display 2*16 white characters, blue background E 85*30mm

The LCS162-3NB is a reliable and user-friendly 2x16 character LCD display module, offering crisp white characters on a striking blue background. Its clear display and ease of integration make it a popular choice for diverse applications.

General Information

This LCD module is designed to display alphanumeric characters in a convenient 2-line by 16-character format. The vibrant blue backlight significantly enhances readability, even in dimly lit environments, while the contrasting white characters ensure excellent clarity. This module is a versatile component commonly integrated into DIY projects, industrial control systems, and various consumer electronics.

Key Features

- Display Format: 16 characters x 2 lines

- Character Color: White

- Backlight: Blue LED

- Controller: ST7066 or equivalent (industry standard)

- Interface: Parallel, typically 4-bit or 8-bit mode

- Operating Voltage: 5V

- Compact Size: Easy to integrate into various projects

Physical Dimensions

Size: 85.0 x 29.5 x 13.1 mm

Window: 64.0 x 16.2 mm

Applications and Benefits

- DIY Projects: Ideally suited for displaying sensor data, status messages, and intuitive user interfaces in Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and other microcontroller-based projects.

- Industrial Control: A reliable solution for displaying crucial process parameters, informative error messages, and real-time equipment status in industrial control systems.

- Consumer Electronics: Commonly used in appliances, audio equipment, and other consumer devices to present essential information clearly to the user.

- Clear and Readable: The combination of white characters on a blue background provides exceptional contrast and superior readability.

- Easy to Interface: The industry-standard ST7066 controller and versatile parallel interface ensure seamless connectivity to a wide range of microcontrollers.

- Low Power Consumption: Operates efficiently on 5V and consumes minimal current, making it an excellent choice for battery-powered applications.

Additional Information

The display offers operational flexibility, supporting both 4-bit and 8-bit modes, allowing you to optimize I/O pin usage based on your project requirements. A potentiometer is commonly used to fine-tune the contrast, ensuring optimal viewing under various conditions. Readily available libraries for popular microcontrollers like Arduino greatly simplify the process of displaying text on the LCD. Common applications include displaying temperature, humidity, time, and other sensor data, making it a versatile component for numerous projects.