Anonymous
Mar 31, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great quality, clear instructions needed
The build quality is solid and the LED is very bright. It would be nice if it came with a quick start guide for wiring, but once connected, it works flawlessly with Arduino.
Description
Reviews
| Brand | - |
| Category | Robotics / STEM Teaching Tools / Development, Learning, Evaluation & Industrial Control Boards |
| Origin | - |
| LED Type | WS2812 5050 RGB |
| Driver IC | Built-in WS2812 Control Circuit |
| Input Voltage | 5V DC |
| Board Shape | Square |
| Control Interface | Single-wire Digital Signal |
| Compatible Platforms | Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, STM32 |
| Pixel Count | 1 Addressable LED |
| Mounting Hole Diameter | 3.0 mm |
| PCB Material | FR-4 Fiberglass |
| Application | DIY Electronics, Lighting Projects, Learning Kits |
Anonymous
Mar 31, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Great quality, clear instructions needed
The build quality is solid and the LED is very bright. It would be nice if it came with a quick start guide for wiring, but once connected, it works flawlessly with Arduino.
Anonymous
Mar 27, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Easy to use for first project
I was worried about damaging my microcontroller, but this module made it very safe and easy to experiment with colors. The square form factor fits nicely on my breadboard.
Anonymous
Mar 27, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Perfect for learning addressable LEDs
This board is exactly what I needed to test my WS2812 code without soldering individual strips. The color chasing effects work smoothly with the standard libraries. Highly recommended for beginners.
Anonymous
Mar 13, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Reliable driver performance
The built-in driver handles the signal regeneration perfectly. I've chained three of these together for a demo and the signal integrity remained strong throughout.
Anonymous
Mar 12, 2026
Rating: 5/5
Vibrant colors and fast response
The color accuracy is impressive for such a small module. Response time to signal changes is instant, making it ideal for interactive light installations.
Anonymous
Mar 12, 2026
Rating: 4/5
Good value for money
For the price, you get a robust development tool. The only minor issue is that the silkscreen labels are a bit small, but otherwise, it's a great purchase for university labs.
Q: What is the maximum current draw at full white brightness?
A: A single 5050 WS2812 LED can draw up to approximately 60mA when all three color channels (Red, Green, Blue) are at maximum brightness.
Q: Which library is best suited for controlling this module?
A: The Adafruit NeoPixel library or the FastLED library are both excellent choices and fully compatible with the WS2812 protocol used by this board.
Q: Can I chain multiple boards together?
A: Absolutely. You can connect the output pin of one board to the input pin of the next to create a chain of addressable lights, limited only by your power supply capacity.
Q: Is there a resistor needed on the data line?
A: While often optional for short connections, we recommend adding a 330-ohm resistor between the microcontroller data pin and the board's input pin to prevent signal spikes.
Q: Can this board be powered directly from a USB port?
A: Yes, since it operates at 5V, it can be powered directly from a standard USB port, provided the port can supply sufficient current for the LED brightness level you choose.