Summary of The InkPlate 10 e-paper display now available worldwide via Crowd Supply
The InkPlate 10 is a 9.7-inch e-paper display module featuring Wi-Fi connectivity, programmable via Arduino and MicroPython. Priced at $169 for the assembled unit, it utilizes recycled Kindle displays paired with an ESP32 microcontroller to offer a ready-to-use solution for hobbyists and developers. A customized version with a 3D printed enclosure is available for $199.
Parts used in the InkPlate 10 Project:
- 9.7-inch e-paper display module
- Recycled Kindle display screen
- ESP32 microcontroller
- Wi-Fi connectivity module
- Fully assembled display unit
- Optional 3D printed enclosure
The InkPlate 10 comes across as a large e-paper display measuring 9.7-inches. The display module supports Wi-Fi connection and can be programmed using Arduino and MicroPython. It is a favorite with hobbyists and developers given the ease with which it can be programmed as well as its low price. Now, as Geeky Gadgets revealed, the good news here is that the InkPlate 10 is easily available via Crowd Supply.
The e-paper starts at $169 which will fetch you the fully assembled e-paper display unit. The display ships anywhere in the world with shipping fees starting at $18 while shipping anywhere in the US comes for just $8. The company said they will provide a customized InkPlate 10 display as well as a 3D printed enclosure which however will come for a slightly higher price tag of $199.
InkPlate said they use recycled Kindle displays that are coupled to the ESP32 so that buyers have the complete set that is fit for application to any project they might have conceived. The low cost also ensures the InkPlate displays are a nice fit for any budget which means you have access to a nice e-paper display complete with the associated hardware bits so that you don’t have to develop all those from ground-up. The fully assembled display also means you can get started with your project right away.
Source: The InkPlate 10 e-paper display now available worldwide via Crowd Supply
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What is the size of the InkPlate 10 display?
The InkPlate 10 features a large e-paper display measuring 9.7 inches. -
Can the InkPlate 10 be programmed using Arduino?
Yes, the display module supports programming using both Arduino and MicroPython. -
Where can I purchase the InkPlate 10?
The device is available worldwide via Crowd Supply. -
What is the starting price for the fully assembled unit?
The e-paper display starts at $169 for the fully assembled unit. -
How much does shipping cost to the US?
Shipping anywhere in the US costs just $8. -
Does the company offer a customized version with an enclosure?
Yes, they provide a customized display with a 3D printed enclosure for $199. -
What hardware components are coupled inside the display?
InkPlate uses recycled Kindle displays coupled to the ESP32 microcontroller.
