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BMT 16x2 Blue Backlight LCD Module 1602 HD44780 Non-I2C Display
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BMT 16x2 Blue Backlight LCD Module 1602 HD44780 Non-I2C Display

R 412.00

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26 Sep 2026
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Description

The BMT 16x2 LCD Blue Backlight Module (Non-I2C / Parallel Type) is a standard character display designed for embedded systems, industrial equipment, and electronic development projects. It features a 16-character by 2-line (1602) format, making it ideal for displaying text, numeric data, and simple status information.

This module is built around the widely used HD44780-compatible LCD controller, ensuring broad compatibility with microcontrollers such as Arduino, ESP32, STM32, AVR, and PIC systems. Unlike I2C versions, this is a direct parallel interface LCD, offering full control of data and instruction lines for flexible integration.

The display provides a blue backlight with high contrast white characters, ensuring excellent readability in various lighting conditions. It is commonly used in industrial equipment, printers, networking devices, test instruments, and DIY electronics projects.

The module operates on a standard 5V DC supply and requires a 10k potentiometer on pin 3 (V0) for contrast adjustment, allowing users to fine-tune display visibility for optimal performance.

Key Features:

  • 16x2 character LCD display (1602 format)
  • Blue backlight with high contrast output
  • HD44780 compatible controller
  • Non-I2C (parallel interface) design
  • Wide viewing angle display
  • Adjustable contrast via external potentiometer
  • Compatible with Arduino, ESP, STM32, AVR
  • Reliable industrial-grade LCD module

Specifications:

  • Display Format: 16 characters × 2 lines
  • Display Type: Character LCD (1602)
  • Interface: Parallel (8-bit / 4-bit mode)
  • Operating Voltage: 5V DC
  • Controller: HD44780 equivalent
  • Backlight: Blue LED
  • Module Dimensions: 80mm × 35mm × 11mm
  • Viewing Area: 64.5mm × 16mm
  • Contrast Control: External 10k potentiometer required (pin 3)
  • Operating Temperature: 0 C to +50 C (typical module range)

What's in the box
1 x BMT 16x2 Blue Backlight LCD Module 1602 HD44780 Non-I2C Display