SainSmart
SainSmart 5" TFT LCD Touch Panel SD Card Slot + Due Shield
Enhance your Arduino Due projects with this SainSmart 5-inch TFT LCD Touch Panel Kit. It features an 800x400 resolution display with a responsive resistive touchscreen, ideal for creating interactive embedded systems. The included shield provides high-speed SPI transfer with DMA, optimized for the Arduino Due. Store custom fonts and graphics directly on the onboard 64Mbit SPI Flash or via the integrated SD card slot, eliminating the need for constant reprogramming. This kit offers a comprehensive solution for visual output and user input in your development endeavors.
$49.99
Owner Satisfaction
3.0
/ 5
Category Rank
1556
/ 1560
#1556 in Development Boards
Price vs Category Average
-43%
Below average
Display Size
5.0
/ inches
Who it's for
- Generous Display Size
- Integrated Touch and Storage
- Dedicated Arduino Due Shield
Who should skip it
- Steep Software Learning Curve
- Limited Standard Arduino Compatibility
- Resistive Touch Technology
Key Specs
Display Size
5.0 inches
Resolution
800x400 pixels
LCD Controller
SSD1963
Onboard Storage
64Mbit SPI Flash
Interface
8/16bit parallel bus interface
Module Dimensions
133mm x 85mm x 23mm
Active Area
108mm x 65mm
Pin Header
Standard 2x20 2.54mm pitch
Features
- Integrated resistive touchscreen for intuitive control
- Onboard flash memory for storing graphics and fonts
- SD card slot for easy graphic updates
- High-speed SPI transfer with DMA support
- Optimized initialization for best display performance
- Compatible with 40pin and 32pin LCD modules
- Dedicated DC-DC boost regulator for backlight
- Designed for Arduino Due and STM32 boards
What customers say
Consumers are drawn to the impressive size and inherent value of this five inch display. However, the journey from unboxing to functionality proves exceptionally challenging. The consistent theme across feedback is the significant lack of clear documentation and compatible software libraries, making setup a frustrating experience for many users. While the physical quality of the panel itself is generally acceptable once integrated, the steep learning curve severely compromises the product's ease of use and overall accessibility for hobbyists.
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