16x2 LCD

Precision 16x2 Character LCD – High-Fidelity, Low-Power Display Module

The 16x2 LCD is a compact, character-based display engineered for embedded and hobbyist applications. Featuring a 5 V logic level and 160 characters (16 columns × 2 rows) on a 5 × 8 dot matrix, it delivers crisp alphanumeric output in both portrait and landscape orientations. The module supports parallel 4‑bit or 8‑bit data interfaces, and optional I²C backpacking for simplified wiring, making it ideal for microcontroller‑based solutions.

Its built‑in contrast‑adjustable potentiometer and backlight provide excellent readability under varied lighting conditions, while the low-power consumption (≈ 70 mA under full backlight) ensures compatibility with battery‑operated systems. Ruggedized packaging and a long supply voltage window (4.5 V–5.5 V) further extend its reliability across industrial and prototyping environments.

• Key Spec 1: 16 x 2 character matrix, 5 × 8 dot per character, 160 characters total
• Key Spec 2: 4‑bit or 8‑bit parallel interface; optional I²C backpack; 5 V supply voltage
• Key Spec 3: Integrated LED backlight, contrast adjustable via onboard potentiometer, ~70 mA current draw
• Common Use Case: Arduino and microcontroller projects for displaying sensor data, system status, or user prompts on breadboards and prototypes