EW162B0YLY brand new original display

Product Overview

The EW162B0YLY is a 16-character × 2-line Character LCD Module manufactured by EDT (Emerging Display Technologies Corp), a Taiwan-based specialist in display solutions founded in 1994 and headquartered in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. With over 30 years of expertise, EDT develops and manufactures a comprehensive range of display solutions including TFT touch modules, character LCDs, CSTN, and capacitive touch panels for industrial, medical, automotive, and consumer electronics applications worldwide.

The EW162B0YLY follows the industry-standard 16×2 character LCD format widely used in embedded systems, industrial control panels, instrumentation, and consumer electronics. The module features a yellow-green backlight (Y-G Backlight), STN LCD fluid, and is pin-compatible with the HD44780 controller ecosystem, making it a direct replacement for character LCD modules from manufacturers such as Hitachi, Samsung, and Powertip in similar format families.

Product Type and Format

The EW162 series from EDT is a character COB (Chip on Board) LCD module series. The EW162B0YLY variant uses a yellow-green LED backlight. The display format is 16 characters per line × 2 lines, with each character composed of a 5×8 dot matrix. The module is typically used in applications requiring alphanumeric text output in a compact, low-power display.

Technical Specifications

Pinout and Interface

The EW162B0YLY uses the standard 16-pin single-row or dual-row pinout compatible with the HD44780 instruction set. Common pin configurations include 1×16, 1×14, or 1×20 pin headers depending on the manufacturing variant. The parallel interface allows direct connection to microcontrollers (MCUs) including Arduino, PIC, STM32, and AVR families. For 4-bit mode operation, only 4 data pins (DB4–DB7) plus RS, R/W, and E are required, minimizing I/O pin usage.

Key Features

• Industry Standard Format: 16×2 character format recognized globally; compatible with HD44780 software libraries and hardware interfaces

• Y-G Backlight: Yellow-green LED backlight provides high contrast and wide viewing angle for industrial and instrumentation applications

• Low Power Consumption: Typical supply current of ~2.5 mA makes it suitable for battery-powered and portable devices

• Wide Operating Temperature: -20°C to +70°C range enables use in industrial and outdoor environments

• RoHS Compliant: Lead-free manufacturing aligned with EU environmental standards

• Flexible Interface: 8-bit or 4-bit parallel mode selectable; R/W pin allows read-back of busy flag and DDRAM data

• Direct Replacement: Pin-compatible with standard 16×2 COB LCD modules — drop-in replacement for EW162, WINSTAR WH1602, and other HD44780-based 16×2 modules

Typical Applications

• Industrial Control Panels: Status displays for PLCs, HMIs, and process automation equipment

• Instrumentation: Readout displays for multimeters, oscilloscopes, function generators, and laboratory equipment

• Embedded Systems: User interface display for Arduino, Raspberry Pi, ESP32, and STM32-based projects

• Consumer Electronics: Simple text display for home appliances, alarm panels, and intercom systems

• Automotive: Instrument cluster and information displays in vehicles and transportation equipment

• Medical Devices: Patient monitoring displays and diagnostic equipment readouts

Quality Assurance and Support

• ✓ Original EDT Product: 100% genuine EDT Emerging Display Technologies LCD module

• ✓ RoHS Compliant: Lead-free and environmentally manufactured

• ✓ Factory Tested: Each unit is electrically tested and verified before shipping

• ✓ Quality Grade: Grade A — new original stock from authorized distribution

• ✓ Fast Shipping: Ships within 1-3 business days from Hong Kong warehouse

• ✓ 90-Day Warranty: Standard warranty coverage for this item