Wiring 40 individual LEDs for a display project is where most builds fall apart. This shield skips that mess entirely. It plugs straight onto your UNO-compatible board, and the built-in driver IC handles the current so every pixel hits full brightness in all three colours. The WS2812B protocol means the single-wire data chain just works – first pixel latches 24-bit colour, passes it down the line, done. Need more real estate? Stack another on top. No external driver board, no extra wiring, no guessing at current limits
| brand | JAYCAR |
| category | ELECTRONICS & COMPONENTS |
| subcategory | TOOLS & SOLDERING |
| led_type | WS2812B protocol |
| matrix_size | 8 x 5 |
| pixel_count | 40 |
| driver | Built-in driver IC, 12V programmable constant current |
| protocol | Single-wire data transfer |
| stackable | 1 |
| compatibility | Arduino UNO compatible boards |
| rrp | $28.57 |