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# Adafruit NeoPixel Shield for Arduino - 40 RGB LED Pixel Matrix

**Brand:** Adafruit

**URL:** https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products/adafruit-neopixel-shield-for-arduino-40-rgb-led-pixel-matrix-1

## Pricing

- **Price:** $57.93
- **Stock:** In stock
- **Local warehouse:** 1 units
- **Supplier (Adafruit):** 6 units
- **SKU:** AF-1430

## Description

Put on your sunglasses before plugging in this shield — 40 eye-blistering RGB LEDs adorn the NeoPixel Shield for a blast of configurable colour. Arranged in a 5×8 matrix, each pixel is individually addressable using just one pin (Digital #6 by default, changeable by cutting a trace). This is the RGB version of the NeoPixel Shield. For projects that also need a dedicated white channel, check out the RGBW versions: Warm White (~3000K), Natural White (~4500K), and Cool White (~6000K). Key Features 40 RGB LEDs – 5×8 individually addressable matrix with full 24-bit colour Arduino Shield Form Factor – Plugs directly onto Arduino Uno, Mega, Leonardo, and compatible boards Flexible Power Options – Powered from Arduino 5 V by default, or via included terminal block for external 4–6 V DC supply with polarity protection Chainable – Connect DOUT of one shield to DIN of the next for larger displays Headers Included – Both stacking headers and plain headers provided for your preferred configuration Power Options Default: Powered from the Arduino's onboard 5 V supply — suitable for moderate brightness use External: Solder the included terminal block (best placed on the underside) to connect a 4–6 V DC supply, which also powers the Arduino Isolated: Cut the solder jumper next to the terminal block to power the shield externally while keeping the Arduino on USB/DC power only Tip: When chaining five or more shields, you may run low on RAM on the Arduino Uno (3 bytes per RGB pixel, 120 bytes per shield). Consider a Mega or other board with more memory for larger installations. Ideal For Arduino-based LED displays and signage Scrolling text and pixel art Prototyping addressable LED effects Interactive art and notification displays Package Contents 1× Adafruit NeoPixel Shield – 40 RGB LED Pixel Matrix 1× Terminal block for external power 1× Set of stacking headers 1× Set of plain headers Note: The terminal block included with your product may be blue or black. Resources NeoPixel Uberguide – Comprehensive guide covering wiring, libraries, and example code

**Product Type:** physical

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