SSD1306 OLED Display – KSH 500 at HIMASTORES Mombasa – best electronics in Kenya

SSD1306 OLED Display

SKU: HMJ104 Category: Displays
KSH 500.00
In Stock

Product Description

SSD1306 OLED Display Module

HighContrast SelfEmitting Display for Microcontroller Projects

The SSD1306 OLED display is a highcontrast, selfemitting display module that does not require a backlight, as each pixel emits its own light. It provides crisp visuals and deep black levels, making it a popular choice for Arduino, ESP32, and Raspberry Pi projects. The display is driven by the SSD1306 IC and is commonly available in both I2C and SPI configurations.

SelfEmitting Technology Pixel-perfect contrast, deeper blacks, and better viewing angles compared to LCDs
Low Power Consumption Only ~25mA at full brightness, making it ideal for wearables and batterypowered IoT devices
Supply voltage: 3.3V to 5V DC
The I2C version is the easiest to use, requiring only 4 wires (VCC, GND, SDA, SCL)
To prevent screen burn-in from static images, consider using a screen saver or turning the display off when idle

Key Specifications

ParameterValue
:-:-
Driver ICSSD1306
InterfaceI2C or SPI
Resolution128x64, 128x32, or 96x16 pixels
Display ColorsWhite, Blue, or Yellow+Blue dual color
Operating Voltage3.3V / 5V
Contrast>10000:1
Viewing Angle>160 degrees

The display is available in multiple sizes, such as 0.91" (128x32), 0.96" (128x64), and 1.3" (128x64) [citation:2][citation:3][citation:7]. The choice of interface and size depends on your project's requirements.

## Key Features and Advantages

Sharp & Clear Graphics - Draw text, shapes, and images easily

Thin and Lightweight - Typically around 2.2g, enabling compact designs

Wide Compatibility Works with many development boards and popular libraries like Adafruit_SSD1306, U8g2, and the builtin framebuffer on MicroPython

Choice of Interface - I2C uses fewer pins, while SPI can be faster for animations

= Applications =

  1. Wearable tech and portable displays
  2. IoT sensor data readouts
  3. Mini game consoles and widgets
  4. Status and menu displays
  5. Smart home dashboards
Popular Choice One of the bestsupported and most accessible displays for makers
Versatile Performance - Excellent brightness and clarity in a compact size

√ Great for projects that need a clear, low-power display

√ Compatible with 3.3V and 5V logic levels

√ Backed by extensive community and library support

## Troubleshooting

Display not showing anything:

  • Adjust the display contrast in the software or library initialization if required
  • Verify power and I2C/SPI connections, particularly for SDA and SCL lines
  • Check for a loose wiring connection

Garbled screen:

  • Check that you are initializing the driver with the correct resolution
  • Check the wiring if using SPI, especially the RESET and DC pins
  • Ensure the power supply has enough current