SparkFun Basic 16x2 Character LCD - White on Black, 5V (with Headers)

This is a basic 16 character by two line display with a snazzy black background with white characters. This LCD utilizes the extremely common HD44780 parallel interface chipset. Interface code is freely available. This is the same LCD that is included with the SparkFun Inventor's Kit and comes with all the GPIO pins pre-soldered on for quick and easy interfacing. Includes white LED backlight.

  • 3.15" x 1.425"

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