Description

Waveshare 1.02 inch E-Ink Display Module 12880 E-Paper is a compact SPI e-paper display module built for ultra-low-power embedded display projects. With a 1.02 inch panel, 12880 resolution, and an embedded controller that supports partial refresh, it is a practical choice for small information displays that need clear readability without continuous power draw.

This Waveshare e-paper module uses a black and white dual-color display and keeps the last image visible even when power is removed. That makes it well suited to shelf labels, industrial instruments, status indicators, and other low-power devices where a conventional backlit screen would waste energy.

Features

• 1.02 inch e-paper display with 12880 resolution for compact low-power readouts.
• Black and white dual-color panel with a paper-like viewing effect and wide viewing angle.
• Partial refresh support for faster local screen updates where frequent small changes are needed.
• No backlight, so the module keeps displaying the last content after power-off.
• Ultra-low power consumption, with power mainly required during the refresh process.
• SPI interface that keeps integration simple and reduces required IO resources.
• Onboard voltage translator for direct use with both 3.3V and 5V controllers.
• Development resources and manual included for Raspberry Pi, Jetson Nano, Arduino, Nucleo, and similar platforms.

Specifications

Applications

• Electronic shelf labels and price tags that need crisp text with very low power draw.
• Industrial instruments and compact embedded panels for persistent status display.
• Battery-powered IoT devices where the screen only needs to refresh when data changes.
• Maker and engineering projects based on Raspberry Pi, Arduino, STM32, Nucleo, or Jetson Nano.
• Portable information displays that need sunlight-readable output without a backlight.

Product List

• 1.02inch e-Paper Module 1
• 8PIN squid wire 2

Other Content

Compact hardware layout: the module provides a practical SPI pin arrangement for direct wiring in embedded projects, while the small PCB size makes it easy to fit into handheld devices, compact control panels, and custom housings.

Easy integration path: with support for common controller platforms and a low-IO SPI interface, this module is a straightforward option for small e-paper projects that need stable display retention and low refresh power consumption.

Resources

• Wiki / User Guide
• Detailed Setup Manual
• Sample Demo
• GitHub Demo
• Schematic
• Datasheet
• E-Paper Floyd-Steinberg

FAQ

Does this e-paper module keep the image after power-off?
Yes. The display can keep the last shown image without continuous power because it uses e-paper technology and does not need a backlight.

What controllers can be used with this module?
It communicates through SPI and is suitable for common platforms such as Raspberry Pi, Arduino, STM32, Jetson Nano, and other compatible MCU or SBC projects.

Why is this display suitable for low-power designs?
The screen mainly consumes power during refresh, so it works especially well in battery-powered systems that only update occasionally.

What if I need a larger or different Waveshare e-paper display?
If you want a larger display area or a board designed around a specific platform, you can also look at Waveshare 2.13inch E-Paper E-Ink Display Module for Raspberry Pi Pico or Waveshare 2.13 inch E-Ink Display 250×122 E-Paper Hat for Raspberry Pi.