ESP32 Board with 2.8-inch TFT Touch Screen – Overview
The ESP32 Board with 2.8-inch TFT Touch Screen is a compact, integrated development module that combines a high-performance ESP32 Wi-Fi + Bluetooth microcontroller with a bright 2.8-inch full-color TFT LCD and resistive touch. This all-in-one platform reduces wiring and development complexity while providing an interactive display interface for a wide range of embedded and IoT projects.
Key Features
- 2.8-inch Color TFT Display with crisp, vibrant image quality and easy-to-read graphics
- Resistive Touch Screen for precise touch input and simple user interface control
- Built-in ESP32 Dual-Core Processor delivering high-speed performance for multitasking and GUI rendering
- Integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth (BLE) for wireless connectivity, remote monitoring and control
- Onboard GPIO Pins for sensors, actuators, motors and external modules
- USB Interface for easy programming, serial debugging and firmware updates
- Low Power Consumption suitable for portable and battery-powered applications
- Graphics Library Support including TFT_eSPI and LVGL for creating polished user interfaces
- Compact All-in-One Module combining MCU and display to simplify prototyping and production
Technical Specifications
- Microcontroller: ESP32 dual-core CPU
- Display: 2.8-inch full-color TFT LCD
- Touch: Resistive touch panel
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth/BLE
- Interfaces: USB for programming, multiple GPIO pins exposed for peripherals
- Power: Low power modes supported; suitable for battery operation
- Software: Compatible with Arduino core for ESP32, supports TFT_eSPI, LVGL and other graphic libraries
Connectivity and Software Support
The board offers built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth for wireless IoT applications. It is supported by popular development environments and libraries, including the Arduino IDE and Espressif SDKs. Use TFT_eSPI for fast display drawing or LVGL for advanced GUI elements and widgets. Library examples and community resources speed up development of dashboards, controllers and interactive devices.
Recommended Applications
- Smart home control panels and touch-based user interfaces
- IoT dashboards for remote monitoring of sensors and systems
- Touchscreen controllers for appliances and automation systems
- Sensor data visualization and status displays
- Educational projects and hands-on learning platforms
- Portable and battery-powered smart devices
Project Ideas
- Home automation touchscreen hub displaying sensor data and controls
- Wi-Fi-enabled sensor monitor with local touch controls and graphs
- Portable controller for robotics or motor control with visual feedback
- Interactive classroom demos to teach embedded GUI development
Getting Started
- Install the Arduino IDE and add the ESP32 board package.
- Install TFT_eSPI or LVGL libraries and configure the display driver pins as required.
- Connect the board to your PC via USB to program and debug.
- Load example sketches to verify display, touch and wireless connectivity.
Package Contents and Note
- ESP32 Board with integrated 2.8-inch TFT touch screen (module)
- USB cable for programming and power
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