The Waveshare LCD1602 I2C Module (Grey) is a 16×2 character LCD display featuring black text on a grey background. It uses an I2C interface, requiring only two IO pins, which helps conserve GPIO for the rest of your project and reduces wiring clutter and complexity.
The module operates at 3.3V or 5V and comes with a 4-pin connection jumper cable, making it compatible with various development boards such as Raspberry Pi, Raspberry Pi Pico, ESP32 and Arduino.
The display is driven by an AiP31068 LCD controller and includes an SN3193 backlight driver, allowing for adjustable backlight brightness.
Waveshare provides online development resources with examples for various platforms.
We also offer this module with white text on a blue background or black text on a green background. An RGB version is also available!
Features
- 16×2 character LCD with black text on a grey background
- I2C interface requiring only two signal pins
- Compatible with 3.3V and 5V systems
- Adjustable backlight brightness via SN3193 driver
- Supports Raspberry Pi, Raspberry Pi Pico, ESP32 and Arduino
- Includes online development resources and manuals
Specifications
| Operating Voltage | 3.3V/5V |
| Operating Current | 5V: 26mA |
| 3.3V: 13mA | |
| Communication Interface | I2C |
| I2C Address | LCD: 0x7C |
| LED: 0x6B | |
| Screen Type | LCD |
| Controller Chip | LCD: AiP31068L |
| LED: SN3193 | |
| Dimensions | 87.0 x 32.0 x 13.0 (mm) |
Resources
- Product Wiki
- LCD1602 Module Manual
- Custom Character Tutorial
- AIP31068L Chip Manual
Pinout
| Pin | Description |
| VCC | 3.3V/5V power positive |
| GND | Ground |
| SCL | I2C clock pin |
| SDA | I2C data pin |
Package Contents
- 1x Waveshare Grey 16×2 I2C LCD Module – 3.3V/5V
- 1x PH2.0 4-pin wire



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