Waveshare 4.2″ E-Ink Raw Display, 400×300, 3-Color

Description

• Waveshare 4.2″ E-Ink Raw Display, 400×300, 3-Color
• Supports tri-color display: red, black, white
• Operates via SPI with embedded controller
• Maintains content without power, no backlight
• Accompanies development resources for various platforms
• Features ultra-low power consumption

The Waveshare 4.2″ E-Ink Raw Display, 400×300, 3-Color is an advanced electronic paper display featuring a resolution of 400×300 pixels. It supports a tri-color display in red, black, and white, making it suitable for a variety of applications such as shelf labeling and industrial instruments. The display operates via an SPI interface and includes an embedded controller, ensuring seamless integration into various systems.

This E-Ink display is renowned for its ultra-low power consumption, as power is primarily required only during the refreshing process. It maintains the last displayed content even when powered down, thanks to its lack of backlighting. This feature, combined with a wide viewing angle, ensures clear visibility without the need for continuous power.

The display is accompanied by comprehensive development resources, including a manual and driver board schematics, which facilitate its use with platforms such as Raspberry Pi, Jetson Nano, Arduino, and STM32. Its robust design and efficient power usage make it an ideal choice for developers seeking a reliable and versatile display solution.

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• 1x Waveshare 4.2″ E-Ink Raw Display, 400×300, 3-Color

Dimensions

• Outline dimensions: 91.00 x 77.00 x 1.05 mm
• Display size: 84.8 x 63.6 mm

Specifications

• Operating voltage: 3.3V
• Interface: 3-wire SPI, 4-wire SPI
• Dot pitch: 0.212 0.212
• Resolution: 400 300
• Display colors: red, black, white
• Grey level: 2
• Full refresh time: 15 seconds
• Refresh power: 26.4mW (typical)
• Standby power: less than 0.017mW
• Viewing angle: greater than 170
• No backlight; retains last content display even when powered down
• Ultra-low power consumption; power needed only for refreshing
• Includes development resources and manual (driver board schematic, examples for Raspberry Pi/Jetson Nano/Arduino/STM32)