RGB 8x8 LED HAT for Raspberry Pi - WS2812B

The RGB LED HAT 8x8 for Raspberry Pi WS2812B is a great addition to any almost Raspberry Pi project, and is an 8x8 grid that can plug directly onto the top of a Raspberry Pi. It is compatible with all revisions of Pi’s, offering 24-bit true colour to brighten up projects or add colourful, simple displays at up to 800Kbps data rate.

The modular style of this HAT makes it extremely easy to use, allowing for even beginners to plug it in and operate it via the single DIN signal input pin. It is 65mm x 56.2mm, with 3mm mounting holes for safely securing it to the top of a Pi, with a surprising amount of functionality despite it’s simple nature.

Typical Applications for the RGB 8x8 LED HAT for Raspberry Pi:

The WS2812B 8x8 RGB LED HAT for Raspberry Pi is highly functional, and can be used for almost any projects that require simple displays or colourful interfaces. This includes basic systems like alarms clocks and robot faces, but can also be used for projects like:

• Building a graphical equaliser that reacts to sound by using both colour and level variations to visually display the volume and frequencies of music, sound effects or real-life sounds.
• Creating a robot’s face that can change colour according to “mood” and display emotions like anger, sadness or excitement.
• Creating an environment sensor that displays the temperature, cloud coverage, wind speed and other useful bits of information in real-time.

Of course, with a Raspberry Pi, there are a countless number of different projects that this LED grid could be incorporated into, with quick response times and true colour RGB making it far more exciting than many of the typical LED Matrix Displays on the market.

Waveshare Official Product Page: https://www.waveshare.com/rgb-led-hat-b.htm

When it comes to producing unique electronics components and modules, there are very few brands that can provide the quality that Waveshare can. Based in the Futian District in Shenzhen, China, Waveshare are experts in developing electronics to a high standard of quality, which have been thoroughly tested to work seamlessly with corresponding development platforms and systems – such as the E-Ink HATs for Raspberry Pi’s.

What we love most about Waveshare is how they are dedicated to providing quality products, and have moved away from the typical “Made in China” stigma – cheap products with cheap parts and components. Instead, Waveshare understand the value of supplying quality products and building sustainable relationships with international resellers and distributors. They know that consistent quality will result in consistent business, and as such they always ensure strict quality control for each and every product that comes out of the manufacturing plant.

We are always excited to peruse through their vast catalogue of exciting new products to find unique modules, components or even entire development boards that are designed with quality in mind. Because we know that every cent that we spend with Waveshare will be well-spent, with each product that order adding real value to our own catalogue of products.