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NHD-1.27-12896ASC3

NHD-1.27-12896ASC3

Newhaven Display Intl
Graphic LCD Display Module Red, Green, Blue (RGB) OLED - Passive Matrix SPI 1.27" (32.26mm) 128 x 96
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Overview

The NHD-1.27-12896ASC3 is a 1.27-inch graphic OLED module capable of displaying 128 x 96 pixels in full RGB color. It features a built-in SSD1351 controller and utilizes a passive matrix design to provide high-contrast visuals without the need for a backlight. This module is integrated onto a PCB with a 2.54mm pitch header, making it easy to interface with common microcontrollers.

Why Choose This Part

The module uses an SPI interface, which reduces the pin count required from the host MCU compared to parallel interfaces. Its OLED technology ensures a wide operating temperature range from -30C to +70C and superior visibility in low-light conditions due to the black background and self-emissive pixels. The inclusion of a 3.3V logic level shifter and regulator on the module simplifies integration into various 3.3V to 5V systems.

Applications

Handheld Instrumentation
Ideal for portable diagnostic tools requiring color-coded data visualization in a compact form factor.
Industrial Control Panels
Used as a status display for machinery where high contrast and wide viewing angles are necessary for safety.
Wearable Prototyping
The small 1.27-inch diagonal size and low 2uA sleep current make it suitable for battery-powered wearable devices.
IoT Edge Nodes
Provides a user interface for smart home or industrial IoT devices to display local sensor readings and connectivity status.

Key Specifications

Backlight Without Backlight
Interface SPI
Dot Pixels 128 x 96
Display Type OLED - Passive Matrix
Viewing Area 26.71mm W x 20.28mm H
Graphics Color Red, Green, Blue (RGB)
Controller Type SSD1351
Background Color Black
Diagonal Screen Size 1.27" (32.26mm)

Getting Started

Connect the module to any MCU with an SPI peripheral and ensure VDD is within the 3V to 5.5V range. Use the SSD1351 controller datasheet to initialize the 128x96 resolution and color depth. Common libraries such as the Adafruit SSD1351 library can be used for rapid prototyping on Arduino or similar platforms.

Also Consider

NHD-1.5-128128ASC3 Newhaven Display Intl - Offers a larger 1.5-inch screen and higher 128x128 resolution while using the same SSD1351 controller and interface.
NHD-1.27-12896G Newhaven Display Intl - The raw glass/COF version of the display without the breakout PCB for high-volume, space-constrained production.
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