Description
Product Overview
The 0.96″ Inch I2C OLED Display Module is a compact, high-contrast monochrome screen designed for electronics projects requiring visual output without consuming excessive power or I/O pins. Based on the SSD1306 driver IC, this 4-pin module features a 128×64 pixel resolution and communicates via the simple I2C protocol, requiring only two data lines (SDA and SCL) to operate .
OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) technology differs from traditional LCDs in that each pixel emits its own light. This allows for true blacks (pixels are completely off), resulting in exceptional contrast ratios and wide viewing angles. The blue monochrome display provides crisp, high-visibility characters and graphics that stand out clearly against the dark background.
The 4-pin design (VCC, GND, SCL, SDA) is specifically optimized for simplicity—it can be connected directly to your microcontroller with just four jumper wires, making it an ideal choice for beginners, rapid prototyping, and space-constrained projects . The module operates on either 3.3V or 5V logic, ensuring compatibility with Arduino, ESP32, ESP8266, Raspberry Pi, STM32, and most other development boards .
Key Features
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128×64 Pixel Resolution: Displays up to 8 lines of 21 characters (with default font) or custom graphics, icons, and bitmaps
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SSD1306 Driver IC: Industry-standard controller with integrated oscillator and charge pump for simplified driving circuitry
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I2C Interface: Only 2 data pins (SDA, SCL) needed, saving valuable I/O pins for other sensors and peripherals
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3.3V/5V Compatible: Built-in voltage regulator accepts both logic levels – works with 5V Arduino and 3.3V ESP32/ESP8266 without level shifting
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Ultra-Low Power Consumption: OLED pixels emit their own light – no backlight needed. Typical operating current ~20mA
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True Black Background: Inactive pixels are completely off, providing exceptional contrast and a professional appearance
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Wide Viewing Angle: >160° visibility from any direction – no contrast shift when viewing from the side
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Pre-soldered 4-Pin Header: Ready to use out of the box – no soldering required for breadboard prototyping
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Compact Size: Small footprint for easy integration into wearable devices, handheld gadgets, and space-limited projects
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Operating Value |
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| Display Type | OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) |
| Resolution | 128 × 64 pixels |
| Display Color | Blue (monochrome) |
| Driver IC | SSD1306 |
| Communication Protocol | I2C (IIC) |
| Operating Voltage | 2.8V – 5.2V DC |
| Recommended Supply | 3.3V or 5V |
| I2C Address (Default) | 0x3C (0x3D for some variants) |
| Interface Pins | 4-pin (VCC, GND, SCL, SDA) |
| Active Area (W x H) | 21.74mm × 10.86mm |
| Module Dimensions | Approx. 27mm × 27mm × 4mm |
| Operating Temperature | -30°C to +70°C |
| Typical Current Draw | ~20mA (display on) / ~2mA (all pixels off) |













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