Waveshare LCD1602 RGB Display Module | 16x2 Character LCD | I2C Interface | 3.3V/5V Compatible

About This Product

Makers and electronics hobbyists, this Waveshare LCD module is perfect for adding displays to your projects without using up all your GPIO pins! The 16x2 character display is classic and versatile, showing up to 32 characters total. What's really cool is the RGB backlight - you can choose from literally millions of colors to match your project's theme or use different colors to indicate status. The I2C interface is the game-changer here - you only need two wires for communication instead of the usual 6+ pins, saving precious IO on your microcontroller. It works with both 3.3V and 5V systems, so compatibility with Raspberry Pi, Arduino, Jetson Nano, and other boards is seamless. The onboard AiP31068L driver and PCA9633 RGB controller handle all the heavy lifting, so you can focus on your code. I've used these in weather stations, sensor displays, and even custom gaming projects, and they work flawlessly. The package includes a PH2.0 4PIN wire and comprehensive documentation with code examples. Seriously, if you want to add a display to your project without the wiring nightmare, this I2C module makes it so much easier. The build quality is solid, the characters are crisp and easy to read, and the color customization adds that professional touch. It's one of those components that elevates your project from a breadboard prototype to something that looks finished and polished.