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1.2 8x8 square LED matrix
This 1.2″ 8×8 square LED matrix features 64 white LEDs in a compact grid format, ideal for scrolling text signs, simple animations, and small pixel displays....
This 1.2″ 8×8 square LED matrix features 64 white LEDs in a compact grid format, ideal for scrolling text signs, simple animations, and small pixel displays. The module fits directly onto a breadboard with 0.1″ pin spacing for easy prototyping.
With 16 control pins (8 per side), the matrix is driven using 1:8 multiplexing. A dedicated driver IC such as the MAX7219 simplifies control, or you can drive the LEDs directly from a microcontroller using shift registers.
Key Features
- 8×8 LED Matrix – 64 white LEDs in a square pixel grid
- 1.2″ Form Factor – Compact yet easily visible
- Breadboard Compatible – 16 pins with 0.1″ spacing (8 per side)
- White LEDs – Bright, clean output
Specifications
- LED Colour: White
- Configuration: 8×8 matrix (64 LEDs)
- Size: 1.2″ × 1.2″
- Pin Count: 16 (8 anodes, 8 cathodes)
- Pin Spacing: 0.1″ (2.54 mm)
- Driving Method: 1:8 multiplex
Ideal For
- Scrolling text signs and marquees
- Simple animations and pixel art displays
- Arduino and microcontroller LED projects
- Learning multiplexed display driving
Package Contents
- 1× 1.2″ 8×8 White Square LED Matrix
Resources
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Plain-language definitions for the technical terms used above.
- LED
- A light-emitting diode is a small electronic component that lights up when current flows through it in the correct direction. In this kit, LEDs create the flashing effect, so polarity and correct soldering matter for the project to work.
- microcontroller
- A microcontroller is a small computer on a chip that runs your program and controls connected inputs and outputs. For this product, it is the part that reads buttons and sensors, drives the display and speaker, and communicates over Bluetooth.
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