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mLink Transreflective 1602 Character LCD

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The mLink Character LCD series consists of serial (I2C/IIC) displays available in two sizes: 16 columns by 2 rows (16x2) and 20 columns by 4 rows (20x4). This model is the 16x2 screen, but featuring black text on a yellow backlit transflective LCD. Thanks to the transflective backlighting, it remains clearly visible both indoors and in bright daylight. In well-lit environments, the backlight can be switched off via software to save power.

As an mLink module, this display uses a standard I2C interface, making it compatible with most microcontrollers, including Arduino. The module is addressable which is configurable in software, allowing for multiple mLink modules to be connected in series with only two data pins needed for communication. Unlike traditional serial or parallel character displays, these modules require no setup or configuration, saving both development time and code space.

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Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Natalie ★★★★★

I’ve been using the 16x2 LCD as a simple status display for my home server, and the serial I2C interface made wiring it up incredibly straightforward. The screen is crisp and easy to read even in a bright room, which was exactly what I needed.

Benjamin ★★★★★

The transreflective screen is a game changer for outdoor work—sunlight actually makes the text easier to read instead of washing it out. I’ve got it wired up with the I2C interface and it took maybe ten minutes to get going.

Sofia ★★★★★

I was amazed by how clear the characters are even in direct sunlight—the transreflective technology really works. Setting it up over I2C was straightforward, and the 16x2 format fits perfectly in my small project box.