The 16×2 Blue LCD (1602) is the classic character display for Arduino. It shows 2 lines of 16 characters in crisp white-on-blue and is supported by the built-in LiquidCrystal library, making it the easiest way to add text output to any project.
Key Features
- 16 characters × 2 lines, HD44780 controller
- Blue backlight with white characters
- Works with Arduino LiquidCrystal library
- 5V operation, adjustable contrast
- Can be upgraded with an I2C backpack
Specifications
| Characters | 16 × 2 |
| Controller | HD44780 |
| Backlight | Blue / white text |
| Voltage | 5V |
| Interface | Parallel (4/8-bit) |
Popular Project Ideas
- Show sensor readings & menus
- Digital clock / thermometer
- Token / counter display
- Any project needing text output
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