Electronic paper, known as e-Paper, is a common technology used in devices such as the Amazon Kindle and Nook eReaders and eBooks. The e-Paper module here uses SPI to communicate with Arduino boards and display text at very low power consumption. e-Paper is highly advantageous for displays that update very infrequently, as they can retain the last printed image on their screen even in the absence of power. The e-Paper module here can be powered via 3.3V or 5.0V, and is compatible with Arduino boards.

Included in the e-Paper Display for Arduino Package:

• 1x 1.54 inch e-Paper Display Module (200x200 Pixels)

• 1x JST XH 2.54mm to Dupont 8-Pin Connector

Features of the 1.54in e-Paper Display Module:

• Module Dimensions: 40mm x 55mm

• Active Area Dimensions: 1.09 in. x 1.09 in. [1.54 in. Diagonal]

• 1.8V-5.3V Supply Voltage

• Power Consumption Profiles @ 3.3V:

  • 3mA Idle Current

  • 2mA - 7mA Update Current

• Resolution: 200 x 200 Pixels (~185 dpi)

• Full/Partial Refresh Capabilities

• Max Refresh Rate ~2 seconds (Partial), ~5 seconds (Full)

• SPI Interface (Compatible with Arduino and Raspberry Pi)

• See our tutorial interfacing the e-Paper display and Arduino!