0.96 inch OLED SSD1306 Display
Small I2C OLED display for compact sensor and IoT status screens.
AI Ready Overview
Quick Summary
OLED SSD1306 is a display module commonly used in FYP and embedded projects. It is best for sensor dashboards and battery status display, with wiring and testing planned around Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi.
Difficulty
Beginner
Time Required
1-3 days for basic wiring and sample code; 1 week if used inside a complete FYP prototype
Cost
RM8-RM20 module range in Malaysia; full project cost depends on scope.
Components
OLED SSD1306, Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi
Overview
What is OLED SSD1306?
SSD1306 OLED modules are compact displays used to show readings, status, icons and menus in FYP prototypes. The I2C version needs only two signal wires.
Engineering Reference
Quick Specs
| Resolution | 128x64 typical |
|---|---|
| Interface | I2C common, SPI variants exist |
| I2C Address | 0x3C or 0x3D |
Real Usage Notes
Suitable / Not Suitable
Suitable for
- ✓ Sensor dashboards
- ✓ Battery status display
- ✓ Compact menus
- ✓ IoT device status
Not suitable for
- ✕ Large readable displays
- ✕ Photo or rich UI display
Build Planning
Difficulty
OLED SSD1306 is rated Beginner. Plan around 1-3 days for basic wiring and sample code; 1 week if used inside a complete fyp prototypedepending on wiring, libraries, calibration, dashboard/app integration and testing evidence.
Build Planning
Time Required
1-3 days for basic wiring and sample code; 1 week if used inside a complete FYP prototype
Malaysia Price Guidance
Cost
Typical module price range: RM8-RM20. This is component guidance only; a complete FYP cost depends on controller, sensors, casing, display, app/dashboard, documentation and timeline.
Connections
Pinout
VCC
Power input.
GND
Ground.
SCL
I2C clock.
SDA
I2C data.
Platform Notes
Wiring Guides
OLED SSD1306 with ESP32
Use the same I2C bus as many sensors if addresses do not conflict.
| SDA | GPIO21 |
|---|---|
| SCL | GPIO22 |
| VCC | 3.3V or module-supported 5V |
| GND | GND |
Fix Common Problems
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Common Mistakes
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Student Questions
FAQ
Why is my OLED blank?
Common causes are wrong I2C address, swapped SDA/SCL pins or using the wrong display size in code.