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# 8x16 matrix module

**Brand:** ElecFreaks

**URL:** https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products/8x16-matrix-module

## Pricing

- **Price:** $10.49
- **Stock:** In stock at supplier
- **Local warehouse:** 0 units
- **Supplier (ElecFreaks):** 100 units
- **SKU:** EF-EF03418

## Description

The 8×16 LED Matrix Module is an I2C-controlled dot matrix display designed for the BBC micro:bit. It can display numbers, letters, symbols, and scrolling text, making it ideal for adding visual output to micro:bit projects. The module connects via the I2C bus for simple two-wire communication and supports three configurable hardware address bits, allowing multiple modules on the same bus. Key Features 8×16 LED Matrix – 128 individually controllable LEDs for text, numbers, and symbols I2C Interface – Simple two-wire connection via standard micro:bit I2C port Configurable Address – Three hardware address bits for multi-module setups Scrolling Display – Supports vertical and horizontal scroll-display modes High Brightness, Low Power – Bright LEDs with efficient power consumption Ideal For BBC micro:bit projects requiring visual output Scrolling text displays and message boards STEM and classroom activities Package Contents 1× 8×16 LED Matrix Module Tip: Connect the module to a sensor:bit expansion board's I2C port for easy plug-and-play use with the micro:bit. Program it using MakeCode with the ElecFreaks extension.

**Product Type:** physical

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## Finding & Searching Products

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For the catalogue index and every other machine-readable endpoint we publish, see [https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/llms.txt](https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/llms.txt).

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## Contact Us

**Little Bird Electronics Pty Ltd**
ABN: 15 634 521 449

- **Phone:** 1300 240 817
- **Fax:** (02) 8319 2017
- **Email:** help@littlebird.com.au
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### Payment Methods

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- **Purchase Orders:** Email to team@littlebird.com.au (Net 30 for approved accounts)

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