The PGM-18527 is a Qwiic Micro OLED breakout board from SparkFun Electronics. This compact display module features a monochrome OLED screen with a resolution of 64x48 pixels. The Qwiic interface simplifies connection to microcontrollers and other devices, making it easy to add a small display to your projects.

Applications

• Displaying sensor data
• Small graphical user interfaces
• Wearable electronics
• Internet of Things (IoT) devices
• Educational projects
• Prototyping

Features

• 64x48 pixel monochrome OLED display
• Qwiic connector for easy I2C communication
• Low power consumption
• Compact size
• Uses the SSD1306 driver IC
• Breakout board design for easy breadboarding

Benefits

• Simplified connection to microcontrollers with the Qwiic system
• Clear and readable display in a small form factor
• Low power consumption extends battery life in portable applications
• Easy to integrate into various projects due to the breakout board design
• Compatible with a wide range of microcontrollers and development platforms

Additional Details

The PGM-18527 Qwiic Micro OLED breakout simplifies adding a visual output to microcontroller-based projects. The Qwiic system uses I2C communication, allowing for easy daisy-chaining of multiple Qwiic devices. The display is driven by the SSD1306 controller, which is a widely supported and well-documented IC. SparkFun provides example code and libraries to make it easy to get started with this display. The OLED technology offers excellent contrast and visibility, even in low-light conditions. The small size of the display makes it suitable for wearable applications and projects where space is limited.

The I2C address of the OLED can be configured, allowing multiple OLED displays to be connected to the same I2C bus. The breakout board includes mounting holes for secure attachment to enclosures or other surfaces. This OLED display is an excellent choice for displaying sensor readings, status information, or simple graphical interfaces in your projects.