{"title":"Adafruit NeoPixel NeoMatrix 8x8 - 64 RGB LED Pixel Matrix","handle":"adafruit-neopixel-neomatrix-8x8-64-rgb-led-pixel-matrix","url":"/products/adafruit-neopixel-neomatrix-8x8-64-rgb-led-pixel-matrix","description":"Put on your sunglasses before wiring up this LED matrix — 64 eye-blistering RGB LEDs adorn the NeoPixel NeoMatrix for a blast of configurable colour. Arranged in an 8×8 matrix, each pixel is individually addressable with just one microcontroller pin, delivering 24-bit colour (8-bit PWM per channel).\n\nThis is the RGB version of the NeoMatrix. For projects that also need a dedicated white channel, check out the RGBW versions: Warm White (~3000K), Natural White (~4500K), and Cool White (~6000K).\n\nKey Features\n\n\n64 RGB LEDs – 8×8 individually addressable matrix with full 24-bit colour\n\nSingle-Pin Control – One data line drives all 64 LEDs using the NeoPixel protocol\n\nChainable – Connect DOUT of one panel to DIN of the next for larger displays\n\nTwo 3-Pin Ports – Input and output connectors for easy daisy-chaining\n\n\nPower Requirements\n\nSupply voltage: 5 V DC\nMaximum draw: ~60 mA per pixel (up to 3.5 A per panel at full white)\nTypical draw: 1–2 A per panel during normal use\n\n\nWiring\n\nConnect 5V and GND from your power supply to the input port\nConnect DIN to a digital pin on your microcontroller (pin 6 recommended for Arduino)\nEnsure a common ground between the power supply and microcontroller\nTo chain panels: connect the first panel's DOUT to the second panel's DIN\n\n\n\n\nTip: When chaining four or more panels, you may run low on RAM on boards like the Arduino Uno (3 bytes per RGB pixel, 192 bytes per panel). Consider a board with more memory for larger installations.\n\n\nCompatibility\n\nWorks with real-time microcontrollers: Arduino (AVR, SAMD, nRF52), ESP32, ESP8266, Teensy, and more\nRequires 8 MHz or faster processor\nSupported by Adafruit's NeoPixel library (Arduino) and CircuitPython/MicroPython neopixel module\nNot compatible with Linux-based SBCs or interpreted platforms (e.g., Basic Stamp) for direct driving\n\n\nIdeal For\n\nColourful LED signage and displays\nScrolling text and pixel art\nWearable electronics and costumes\nInteractive art installations\nMulti-panel tiled displays\n\n\nPackage Contents\n\n1× Adafruit NeoPixel NeoMatrix 8×8 – 64 RGB LED Pixel Matrix\n\n\nResources\n\n\nNeoPixel Uberguide – Comprehensive guide covering wiring, libraries, and example code\n","vendor":"Adafruit","product_type":"physical","in_stock":false,"options":[],"variants":[{"id":8976,"title":"Default Title","sku":"AF-1487","price":72.2,"on_sale":false,"in_stock":false,"available_quantity":0,"option1":"Default Title"}]}