This is the Blue variant of the 16x2 (1602) LCD Keypad Shield - Blue Backlight for Arduino in Display for Arduino. Available at ₹187.62 (₹159.00 + GST) with free shipping across India.
16×2 (1602) LCD Keypad Shield – Blue Backlight for Arduino
- The LCD Keypad shield is developed for Arduino compatible boards, to provide a user-friendly interface that allows users to go through the menu, make selections etc.
- It consists of a 1602 white character blue backlight LCD.
- The keypad consists of 6 keys select, up, right, down, left and reset.
- To save the digital IO pins, the keypad interface only uses one ADC channel.
- The key value is read out through a 5 stage voltage divider.
Specifications:
| Operating Voltage (VDC): | 5 |
|---|---|
| Push Buttons | 5 |
| Reset Button | YES (Separate) |
| LCD Model | 1602 |
| Characters | 16 |
| Character Color | White |
| Backlight | Blue |
| Shield PCB Dimensions (mm) | 80×58 |
| Total Height (mm) | 26 |
| Weight (g): | 45 |
Pin Connections:-
Pin Function
Analog 0 Buttons (select, up, right, down and left)
Digital 4 DB4
Digital 5 DB5
Digital 6 DB6
Digital 7 DB7
Digital 8 RS (Data or Signal Display Selection)
Digital 9 Enable
Package Includes
- 1 x 16×2 (1602) LCD Keypad Shield – Blue Backlight for Arduino
16×2 (1602) LCD Keypad Shield – Blue Backlight for Arduino Overview
The 16×2 (1602) LCD Keypad Shield features a blue backlit 2×16 character display with white text, designed to stack directly onto Arduino Uno-compatible boards. It combines a clear LCD interface with five navigation buttons and a built-in reset switch, enabling on-board user input and menu control without additional wiring.
Key Features of 16×2 (1602) LCD Keypad Shield – Blue Backlight for Arduino
- Blue LED backlight with white characters for enhanced visibility
- Five momentary push buttons (Left, Right, Up, Down, Select) on a single analog pin
- On-shield contrast adjustment potentiometer for optimal readability
- Dedicated Arduino reset button for quick reboot during development
- Operates at a standard 5V logic level, compatible with Arduino Uno
- Uses the 4-bit Arduino LCD library, saving digital I/O pins
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Applications and Use Cases
- Interactive menu systems for DIY electronics projects
- Status display and navigation in robotics prototypes
- On-device configuration panels for home automation modules
- Real-time data readout in sensor monitoring stations
- Educational demos to teach embedded UI design
How to Use 16×2 (1602) LCD Keypad Shield – Blue Backlight for Arduino
Simply plug the shield onto your Arduino Uno headers, include the standard LiquidCrystal library in your sketch, and initialize the display in 4-bit mode on pins 4–10. Adjust the contrast potentiometer to suit ambient light, read button values via analog pin A0, and use the built-in reset switch to restart the board as needed during development.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which Arduino pins are used by this shield?
The LCD operates in 4-bit mode using digital pins 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10, while all five push buttons are read through a single analog input (A0).
Can I adjust the display contrast and backlight?
Yes. A small potentiometer on the shield allows you to fine-tune the LCD contrast, and the backlight remains on under 5V supply for clear text visibility.
Does this shield include a reset button?
Absolutely. The shield integrates a dedicated Arduino reset switch, enabling you to reboot your board without disconnecting power.
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| Brand | Arduino |
|---|---|
| Package Quantity | 2 pcs |
| Color | Blue |
| SKU | AI0820 |
| Weight | 0.07 kg |
| Availability | In Stock |
Applications & Use Cases
The 16x2 (1602) LCD Keypad Shield - Blue Backlight for Arduino is a versatile display for arduino used across a wide range of applications including electronics projects, DIY builds, prototyping, and educational experiments.
Common use cases:
- Integrating into a custom electronics project
- Learning and experimenting with circuits
- Replacing or upgrading components in existing setups
This product is ideal for electronics enthusiasts, engineers, and students.
Technical Tip: Always verify voltage and current requirements before connecting to your circuit. Check datasheets for detailed specifications and pin configurations.
Shipping & Delivery
- Free shipping on orders above ₹999 across India
- Dispatched within 1-3 business days
- Expected delivery: 3-7 business days depending on location
- Secure packaging to ensure safe transit of electronic components
- Genuine Arduino product sourced from authorized channels
Dhruv Bisht (verified owner) –
Perfect 16×2 LCD Keypad Shield – Blue for IoT projects. Easy to set up and program. Great documentation available online.
Akshat Patil (verified owner) –
Nice 16×2 LCD Keypad Shield – Blue for the price. Using it in my college project, performs well.
Sahil Khurana (verified owner) –
Great 16×2 LCD Keypad Shield – Blue for my college mini project. Got good marks thanks to this working perfectly!
Prashant Garg (verified owner) –
Perfect 16×2 LCD Keypad Shield – Blue for IoT projects. Easy to set up and program. Great documentation available online.
Aisha Mittal (verified owner) –
Love this 16×2 LCD Keypad Shield – Blue. Using it for my home automation project, very reliable.
manjeet bhumij (verified owner) –
the lcd uses 8 ,9,4,5,6,7 pins for initialization and you should have wrote this in description, which took me 2 days to find out
Girish Kulkarni (verified owner) –
Excellent 16×2 LCD Keypad Shield – Blue! Built a weather station with this. Everything works as expected.
Himanshu Sethi (verified owner) –
This 16×2 LCD Keypad Shield – Blue is a must-have for any maker. Works perfectly with Arduino IDE.
Divyansh Arora (verified owner) –
Bought multiple units of this 16×2 LCD Keypad Shield – Blue. All working great. Best store for Arduino components.
Naveen Dhillon (verified owner) –
Excellent 16×2 LCD Keypad Shield – Blue! Built a weather station with this. Everything works as expected.
Nitin Bhatt (verified owner) –
Superb 16×2 LCD Keypad Shield – Blue! Compatible with all my existing Arduino shields and libraries.
Devansh Malhotra –
Great 16×2 LCD Keypad Shield – Blue for my college mini project. Got good marks thanks to this working perfectly!