How to
- How to get this EPD to work with EXT3-1 Kit?
- Driving code on GitHub for Global Update or Fast Update
Application
- Internet of Things
- Electronic shelf labels
- Identification & Access
- 1D/2D barcode
- Smart Tags
- Reusable Transit Item
| Outline(mm) (HxVxT) | 57.8 x 150.9 x 2.5 |
| Active Area (mm) | 49.408 x 138.96 |
| Resolution (pixel) | 256 x 720 |
| Pixel Pitch (mm) | 0.193 x 0.193 |
| Pixel Density (dpi) | 134 |
The different types of E ink imaging film
| E ink film type | Temperature range | Colors | Operating temperature | Storage temperature | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora | Zero above | black, white (BW) | 0°C to +50°C | -20°C to +60°C | Standard monochrome display for most indoor operating conditions. Support fast updates. |
| Aurora -25 | Freezer | black, white (BW) | -25°C to +30°C | -25°C to +60°C | Suitable for freezing operating conditions. |
| Wide Temperature | Wide | black, white (BW) | -15°C to +60°C (Fast Update: 0°C to +50°C) | -20°C to +60°C | New generation of our unique monochrome display and support fast updates. |
| Spectra Red | Zero above | black, white, red (BWR) | 0°C to +40°C | -25°C to +60°C | 3-colors pigments inside. Taking longer time to complete a refresh. |
| Spectra 4 | Zero above | black, white, red, yellow (BWRY) | 0°C to +40°C | -25°C to +60°C | New generation of color display upgraded by BWR to provide additional yellow. |
Driver comparison of iTC and eTC
Driver type | iTC (internal timing controller) | eTC (external timing controller) |
|---|---|---|
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| Waveform location |  |  |
| Driving waveform | Embedded in driver IC (CoG) | Controlled by MCU |
Customization / Design flexibility | Normal | Higher |
| Design-in effort | Easier | Normal |
| Power consumption | Normal | Lower |
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Technical Details/Specs
| Model Name | E2581CS0B1 |
| Driver IC | Internal driving (iTC) |
| Product Specification | 5.81 inch Monochrome EPD Panel (E2581CS0B1) (pdf - 1004.35Kb) |
| Development Kits | EPD Extension Kit Gen 3 (EXT3-1) |
| Buy | Digi-key Mouser |
| Model Name | E2581PS0B1 |
| Driver IC | Internal driving (iTC) |
| Product Specification | 5.81 inch Monochrome EPD Panel (E2581PS0B1) Fast Update embedded (pdf - 2.34Mb) |
| Driving Document | Application Note for 5.81 inch fast update (pdf - 959.9Kb) |
| Development Kits | EPD Extension Kit Gen 3 (EXT3-1) |
| Buy | Digi-Key Mouser |
| Model Name | E2581KS061 |
| Driver IC | Internal driving (iTC) |
| Product Specification | 5.81 inch Monochrome EPD Panel (E2581KS061) wide temperature with Fast Update embedded (pdf - 4.21Mb) |
| Driving Document | Application Note for 5.81 inch of wide temperature EPD (pdf - 1.06Mb) |
| Development Kits | EPD Extension Kit Gen 3 (EXT3-1) |
| Buy | Digi-key Mouser |
| Model Name | E2581JS0B1 |
| Driver IC | Internal driving (iTC) |
| Product Specification | 5.81 inch Spectra EPD Panel (E2581JS0B1) (pdf - 1.56Mb) |
| Driving Document | Application Note for 5.81 inch Spectra (pdf - 504.93Kb) |
| Development Kits | EPD Extension Kit Gen 3 (EXT3-1) |
| Buy | Digi-key Mouser |