Explore compact PMOLED modules for text, icons and graphic interfaces in instruments, meters and controllers.
Review resolution, driver IC, interface, connector and mechanical integration around your product requirements.
Choose a PMOLED module for a compact interface that shows readings, status messages, icons or simple menus. The six examples below cover white and green monochrome modules from 0.91 to 5.5 inches, including a thin FPC module and wider status-display formats.
Start with the product images and specifications, then compare the module outline, active area, interface and driver IC with your design. For an existing product, send the original display datasheet and connector details so we can review a replacement.
Explore six monochrome PMOLED modules from 0.91 to 5.5 inches. Click a product image to view it at full size; compare the model, interface, connector and mechanical dimensions below.
KD0091SQOIN001
| Part No. | KD0091SQOIN001 |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 128 × 32 |
| Display Color | White |
| Interface | I²C |
| Driver IC | SSD1306 |
| Pins / Pitch | 4 pins, 2.54 mm |
| Connection | Soldering |
| Module Dimensions | 38.00 × 12.00 × 3.80 mm |
| Active Area | 22.38 × 5.58 mm |
| Luminance | 180 cd/m² |
| Contrast | 2,000:1 |
| Input Voltage | 3.3 V |
| Lifetime | 50,000 h |
| Operating Temperature | −40 to +70 °C |
| Storage Temperature | −40 to +85 °C |
KD013SQOIN012
| Part No. | KD013SQOIN012 |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 128 × 64 |
| Display Color | White |
| Interface | I²C |
| Driver IC | SH1106 |
| Pins / Pitch | 4 pins, 2.54 mm |
| Connection | Soldering |
| Module Dimensions | 35.40 × 33.50 × 4.00 mm |
| Active Area | 29.42 × 14.70 mm |
| Luminance | 150 cd/m² |
| Contrast | 2,000:1 |
| Input Voltage | 3.3 V |
| Lifetime | 50,000 h |
| Operating Temperature | −40 to +70 °C |
| Storage Temperature | −40 to +85 °C |
KD015SQOSN013
| Part No. | KD015SQOSN013 |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 128 × 128 |
| Display Color | White |
| Interface | SPI / I²C |
| Driver IC | SH1107 |
| Pins / Pitch | 7 pins, 2.54 mm |
| Connection | Confirm for project |
| Module Dimensions | 34.00 × 49.30 × 5.00 mm |
| Active Area | 26.86 × 26.86 mm |
| Viewing Area | 28.86 × 28.86 mm |
| Luminance | 100 cd/m² |
| Contrast | >10,000:1 |
| Input Voltage | 3.3 V |
| Lifetime | 10,000 h |
| Operating Temperature | −40 to +70 °C |
| Storage Temperature | −40 to +85 °C |
KD0154WEOLN006
| Part No. | KD0154WEOLN006 |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 128 × 64 |
| Display Color | White |
| Response Time | 10 μs |
| Interface | Parallel / SPI / I²C |
| Driver IC | SSD1309ZC |
| Pins / Pitch | 30 pins, 0.5 mm |
| Connection | Plug-in FPC |
| Module Dimensions | 42.04 × 27.22 × 1.46 mm |
| Active Area | 35.04 × 17.51 mm |
| Viewing Area | 37.04 × 19.51 mm |
| Luminance | 120 cd/m² |
| Contrast | 10,000:1 |
| Input Voltage | 2.8 V |
| Lifetime | 10,000 h |
| Operating Temperature | −40 to +70 °C |
| Storage Temperature | −40 to +85 °C |
KD031SCOSN004
| Part No. | KD031SCOSN004 |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 256 × 64 |
| Display Color | White |
| Interface | SPI |
| Driver IC | SSD1322 |
| Pins / Pitch | 7 pins, 2.54 mm |
| Connection | Plug-in |
| Module Dimensions | 102.00 × 35.00 × 6.60 mm |
| Active Area | 76.78 × 19.18 mm |
| Luminance | 80 cd/m² |
| Contrast | >2,000:1 |
| Input Voltage | 3.3 V |
| Lifetime | 10,000 h |
| Operating Temperature | −40 to +70 °C |
| Storage Temperature | −40 to +85 °C |
KD055SCOSN025
| Part No. | KD055SCOSN025 |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 256 × 64 |
| Display Color | Green |
| Interface | SPI |
| Driver IC | SSD1322 |
| Pins / Pitch | 6 pins, 2.54 mm |
| Connection | Plug-in |
| Module Dimensions | 160.00 × 50.00 × 6.60 mm |
| Active Area | 135.65 × 33.89 mm |
| Luminance | 80 cd/m² |
| Contrast | 2,000:1 |
| Input Voltage | 3.3 V |
| Lifetime | 40,000 h |
| Operating Temperature | −40 to +70 °C |
| Storage Temperature | −40 to +85 °C |
These six models are reference examples. Confirm availability and final specifications for your project, particularly pinout, interface mode, supply conditions and mounting design.
| Display | Resolution | Interface | Driver IC | Part No. | Example Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.91″ White PMOLED | 128 × 32 | I²C | SSD1306 | KD0091SQOIN001 | Long, narrow instrument readouts |
| 1.3″ White PMOLED | 128 × 64 | I²C | SH1106 | KD013SQOIN012 | Meters, controllers and compact instruments |
| 1.5″ White PMOLED | 128 × 128 | SPI / I²C | SH1107 | KD015SQOSN013 | Square icon and graphic interfaces |
| 1.54″ White PMOLED | 128 × 64 | Parallel / SPI / I²C | SSD1309ZC | KD0154WEOLN006 | Thin FPC module integration |
| 3.1″ White PMOLED | 256 × 64 | SPI | SSD1322 | KD031SCOSN004 | Wide industrial status panels |
| 5.5″ Green PMOLED | 256 × 64 | SPI | SSD1322 | KD055SCOSN025 | Large monochrome equipment readouts |
Match size, resolution, color, interface, driver IC, module outline, FPC or PCB connection, environment and supply availability before selecting a replacement.
PMOLED means Passive-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode. Rows and columns are scanned to control pixels.
PMOLED is best suited to small display areas, monochrome content, icons, characters and status information.
No separate LCD backlight is required because the OLED pixels emit light directly.
PMOLED is not the right direction for large full-color video, complex animation or high-resolution graphical UI.
OLED pixels produce their own light, so the display does not need a separate backlight. This suits compact front panels showing text and status information.
Use the pixel matrix for readings, symbols and menus. Select the resolution and active area around the information your users need to read.
The examples include I²C, SPI and parallel interface options. Confirm the selected module’s wiring and interface configuration before designing the mainboard.
Compare the display outline, mounting space, connector and driver IC early. Matching screen size alone does not establish replacement compatibility.
| Factor | PMOLED Displays | AMOLED Displays |
|---|---|---|
| Driving Method | Passive-matrix row and column scanning | Active-matrix pixel control |
| Display Size | Usually small sizes | Small to medium sizes |
| Resolution | Lower resolution and simple UI | Higher resolution and richer UI |
| Color Direction | Usually monochrome or simple color | Usually full-color |
| Content Type | Text, icons, simple graphics and status data | Images, animations, dynamic UI and full-color interface |
| Interface | Commonly I2C, SPI or parallel | Commonly MIPI, SPI or project-based |
| Cost Direction | More practical for small simple displays | Higher cost with stronger visual performance |
| Best For | Instruments, meters, controllers and compact devices | Wearables, smart devices, handheld products and premium UI |
| Selection Logic | Choose for small simple OLED display | Choose for full-color OLED performance |
| Factor | PMOLED Displays | Monochrome LCD Displays |
|---|---|---|
| Light Source | Self-emissive OLED pixels | Reflective, transmissive or backlit LCD |
| Backlight | Not required | May be required depending on LCD type |
| Contrast | High contrast in controlled environments | Depends on LCD mode and lighting |
| Power Behavior | Depends on lit pixels and content | Reflective LCD can be extremely low power |
| Outdoor Sunlight | Needs careful review | Reflective LCD can perform very well |
| Static Content | OLED lifetime and image retention should be reviewed | Usually more practical for long static content |
| Custom Segment Display | Less common | Very common and cost-effective |
| Best For | Compact OLED UI, icons and small graphics | Segment displays, character displays and low-power instruments |
| Selection Logic | Choose for self-emissive OLED appearance | Choose for ultra-low power, sunlight readability or custom segment LCD |
| Factor | PMOLED Displays | TFT LCD Displays |
|---|---|---|
| Display Content | Simple text, icons and monochrome graphics | Full-color UI, images, video and complex menus |
| Size Direction | Small sizes | Small to large sizes |
| Backlight | No backlight required | Backlight required |
| Interface | I2C, SPI or simple control | RGB, LVDS, MIPI, SPI and controller-board options |
| Cost Direction | Practical for small OLED UI | Practical for full-color display modules |
| Static UI | Needs OLED lifetime review | Usually better for long static UI |
| Best For | Meters, controllers and compact devices | HMI, terminals, instruments and smart products |
| Selection Logic | Choose for small simple OLED display | Choose for full-color graphical display |
Choose PMOLED for a small self-emissive OLED status display. Choose AMOLED for full-color OLED performance, Monochrome LCD for very low power or long static content, and TFT LCD for larger full-color graphical UI.
A correct PMOLED solution depends on the module, driver IC, firmware, connector, operating content, mechanical fit and supply plan.
PMOLED modules are normally selected from existing standard sizes. Common resolutions include 128 × 64 and 256 × 64.
Many PMOLED modules are monochrome, including white, blue, yellow and green. PMOLED is not normally selected for rich full-color UI.
I2C and SPI are common PMOLED interfaces. The selected interface must match the MCU, mainboard, firmware and connector design.
The driver IC affects command set, firmware, interface compatibility and replacement possibility.
FPC length, connector pitch, pin definition and installation direction must fit the PCB and enclosure.
Static or semi-static icons and text require OLED lifetime and image-retention review.
Module outline, active area, connector direction and mounting structure must fit the final product.
Small OLED modules may change over time depending on panel, IC and material availability.
Start with an existing module where possible. Share the changes your product needs so the display and mechanical requirements can be reviewed together.
Changes to FPC, connectors or the surrounding assembly depend on the selected module. A new OLED panel requires a separate feasibility, tooling, MOQ and lead-time review.
Use your actual interface content and viewing conditions to evaluate a sample before finalizing the design.
| Project Requirement | Recommended Direction |
|---|---|
| Small monochrome OLED display | PMOLED Displays |
| 128 × 64 simple OLED module | PMOLED Displays |
| 256 × 64 status display | PMOLED Displays |
| Full-color OLED image display | AMOLED Displays |
| Curved or bendable OLED structure | Flexible OLED Displays |
| Custom FPC, connector or mechanical integration | Custom OLED Displays |
| Transparent OLED effect | Transparent OLED Displays |
| Very low-power static display | Monochrome LCD Displays |
| Full-color HMI display | TFT LCD Displays |
| Long static industrial display | Industrial TFT LCD Displays or Monochrome LCD Displays |
Use PMOLED when the main requirement is a small, simple OLED interface. Route full-color OLED to AMOLED, curvature to Flexible OLED and special FPC or mechanical integration to Custom OLED.
PMOLED is a useful starting point for a small, self-emissive interface with text, icons and simple graphics. Review operating hours, static content, brightness and viewing conditions alongside the mechanical and electrical requirements.
For replacement projects, provide the original OLED photos, datasheet, connector details, pin definition and sample whenever possible.
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A PMOLED Display is a passive-matrix OLED display module commonly used for small-size text, icon, simple graphic and status applications.
PMOLED uses passive-matrix scanning and is generally selected for small simple displays. AMOLED uses active-matrix driving and is more suitable for full-color, higher-resolution and dynamic UI.
Common interfaces include I2C and SPI. Some modules may use parallel or other project-based interfaces depending on driver IC and module design.
Sometimes, but power, readability, interface, size, operating environment and static-content behavior must be reviewed. Reflective monochrome LCD may still be better for ultra-low power or sunlight readability.
Yes. OLED image retention or burn-in can occur when static content is displayed for long periods. UI content and operating hours should be reviewed.
FPC, connector, PCB structure, cover glass, mechanical outline and interface matching can be reviewed. Fully custom PMOLED development depends on tooling, MOQ and feasibility.
FPC length, direction and connector position can be reviewed depending on the standard module structure and quantity.
The original model, driver IC, resolution, connector, pinout, FPC direction, outline and firmware compatibility should be checked.
It can be used, but OLED lifetime and image-retention risk must be reviewed for long-duration static icons, text or status areas.
Please provide size, resolution, color, interface, driver IC if known, FPC and connector requirements, mechanical drawing, quantity, environment, UI content and existing model information.
Send us the required size, resolution, color, interface, driver IC, FPC direction, connector requirement and product structure.
DisplayMan will review whether a standard PMOLED module is suitable, or whether AMOLED, Flexible OLED, Custom OLED or Monochrome LCD would better match the project.
For a replacement, send the existing model and datasheet. For a new design, send the available space, interface, display content and expected quantity.
Please share your application, display size, quantity and project background. We will review the most practical display direction.
