Product description: Inkplate 5 Gen2 with housing and battery - 5.2'' e-paper display 1280 x 720 px - ESP32 - Arduino compatible - Soldered 333336
The Soldered Inkplate 5 Gen2 is an advanced module with a 5.2-inch e-paper display and a resolution of 1280 x 720 px , ensuring excellent readability in all conditions. It supports six shades of gray, and its energy-efficient design allows for months of operation on a single charge of the 1200 mAh battery. Thanks to the ESP32 microcontroller, it offers WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, facilitating integration with IoT applications. It supports microSD cards for storing and displaying images, while additional GPIOs and I2C and SPI support enable easy expansion. A fast screen refresh rate (0.99 s full, 0.22 s partial) allows for dynamic content display. The version with a 3D-printed housing and battery provides portability and protection, making the Inkplate 5 Gen2 ideal for durable applications such as information displays, e-paper notebooks, and smart home control.
Inkplate 5 Gen2 with case and battery - 5.2'' e-paper display 1280 x 720 px - ESP32 - Arduino compatible - Soldered 333336.
The screen resolution is 1280 x 720 px.
Main features of Inkplate 5 Gen2
- 5.2'' e-paper screen : 1280 x 720 px resolution, 6 shades of gray, excellent sunlight readability
- No power consumption between refreshes : ideal for energy-efficient applications
- Fast refresh : full in 0.99 s and partial in 0.22 s (up to 5 fps)
- ESP32 on board : built-in WiFi and Bluetooth 4.0 (BLE) enable integration with IoT and web applications
- Low power consumption : only 18 µA in deep sleep mode, 1200 mAh battery ensures long operation
- MicroSD slot : allows you to store and quickly display images
- Support for I2C and SPI protocols : compatible with a wide range of sensors and accessories
- Support for interfaces : I2C, SPI, additional GPIO lines, easyC / Qwiic compatibility
- Extensive programming options : Arduino (100% compatible with Adafruit GFX) and Micropython
- 3D printed housing : durable construction protects against damage and provides an aesthetic appearance
- Integrated battery : ensures mobility and operation without constant power supply
Inkplate 5 Gen2 Programming
Inkplate 5 Gen2 was designed with intuitive programming in mind, for both beginners and experienced users . It supports two popular programming environments – Arduino and Micropython – and offers a wide range of applications. The Arduino library (compatible with Adafruit GFX) allows for easy display of text, images, and geometric shapes. MicroPython users have access to a dedicated module that simplifies screen control . Detailed instructions for working with both platforms are available in the Inkplate documentation.
Inkplate 5 Gen2 has a housing made using 3D printing technology.
easyC system in Soldered Inkplate 5
Inkplate 5 supports the easyC system, which simplifies connecting sensors and peripheral modules . This solution, based on I2C communication, allows for quick and seamless connection of components using special cables. With easyC, you can expand your projects with new features without the need for soldering or complicated wiring.
Examples of display applications
- E-book reader - the e-paper screen makes the Inkplate 5 Gen2 perfect as a DIY e-book reader
- Information panel - can display the latest news, weather forecast or daily schedule
- Smart Home Control - thanks to WiFi and Bluetooth modules, it can act as a convenient interface for operating smart devices
- IoT Projects - ideal for energy-efficient IoT applications with a clear and always visible screen
Our offer also includes the Inkplate 5 version without a housing .
Technical specifications of the module
- Display diagonal: 5.2"
- Display resolution: 1280 x 720 px
- Display colors: black, white, 6 grayscale modes
- Microcontroller: ESP32
- Connectivity: WiFi, Bluetooth 4.0 (BLE)
- Refresh rate: 0.99 sec for full refresh and 0.22 sec for partial refresh
- Power consumption: 18 µA in deep sleep mode
- Built-in microSD card reader: yes
- Connectors: USB Type-C, easyC, GPIO, battery connector
- Communication: USB, I2C, SPI
- USB to UART Converter: CH340C
- Power supply: built-in MCP73831 charging circuit for Li-Ion batteries
- Battery: Li-Ion with a capacity of 1200 mAh
- Buttons: Power button, Reset button
- Programming: Arduino and MicroPython compatible
- Dimensions: 145.2 x 84.2 x 13.5 mm
Contents of the set
- 1x Inkplate 5 Gen2 with case and battery - 5.2'' e-paper display 1280 x 720 px - ESP32 - Arduino compatible - Soldered 333336
- 1x USB cable
