7-Segment XL Display Driver 12V TPIC6C596

This driver controls the XL 7-segment display from SparkFun. The display requires 12 V and therefore cannot be connected directly to a microcontroller. The driver is soldered onto the back of the display and controlled via 3 pins.

Recommended Accessories:

• 7-Segment XL Display 6.5inch Sparkfun
• 12V DC 5A Power Supply AC/DC Adapter 5.5mm/2.5mm Plug

Features:

• IN and OUT connections, several drivers can be connected in series
• Requires 12 V for the LEDs and 5 V for the chip
• Each channel sinks up to 250 mA
• 10 solder points at the bottom and 2 at the top for mounting on the display

Application Examples:

• Speed displays
• Score displays at sports events
• Large counters, clearly visible even in daylight

Documentation:

• Large Digit Driver hookup guide (SparkFun)
• Large Digit Driver product page SparkFun

Technical Data:

• Chip: TPIC6C596
• Marking: Large Digit Driver, TPIC6C596
• Operating voltage: 12 V and 5 V
• Connections: GND, LAT, CLK, SER, 5V, 12V
• Manufacturer part no.: WIG-13279
• Colour: Red
• Dimensions: 45 × 23 mm
• Weight: 5 g

Scope of Delivery:

• 1× 7-segment XL display driver 12V TPIC6C596