MAX7219 LED 8 Digit 7-Segment Display

The MAX7219 display control module is a compact and reliable solution for driving an 8-digit red 7-segment LED display using a simple serial interface. Designed for use with popular microcontrollers, it works seamlessly at both 3.3V and 5V logic levels, making it ideal for Arduino, ESP32, ESP8266, Raspberry Pi, and similar boards.

The bright red LED display is clear and easy to read, making it well suited for clocks, counters, timers, meters, and numeric indicators. The MAX7219 handles multiplexing and current control internally, significantly reducing wiring complexity and processor load.

Key Features

• MAX7219 LED driver IC onboard
• Red 8-digit 7-segment LED display
• Compatible with 3.3V and 5V microcontrollers
• Serial interface using DIN, CS, and CLK
• Built-in brightness control
• Internal multiplexing and current regulation
• Low power consumption and stable operation

Pinout

• VCC power supply
• GND ground
• DIN serial data input
• CS chip select
• CLK serial clock

If you are looking for alternative MAX7219 or LED display options, you may also be interested in the 8x8 LED Matrix MAX7219 or the compact TM1637 Red 4-Digit 7-Segment LED Display.

This MAX7219 module is a versatile choice for clean, easy-to-control red numeric displays in hobby projects, prototypes, and embedded applications.

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