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# GlowBit™ Matrix - 4x4

**Type:** Product page · **SKU:** CE08031 · **Brand:** [GlowBit](https://core-electronics.com.au/brands/glowbit)
**Page:** https://core-electronics.com.au/glowbit-matrix-4x4.html ([markdown](https://core-electronics.com.au/glowbit-matrix-4x4.html.md))

The GlowBit Matrix 4x4 has 16 addressable RGB LEDs which can be used as a single device or tiled into a larger display.

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## Pricing

- **Price:** $4.38 (inc GST) — $3.98 AUD, exc GST

## Availability & dispatch

- In stock, ships same business day if ordered before 2PM (Australia/Sydney). Delivered by Tue, 11th of Aug.
- We can dispatch 290 today, and up to 500 more in 6–42 days.

## Description

The ![GlowBit](https://core-electronics.com.au//media/wysiwyg/cms/GlowBit-QHD-P.png) **Matrix 4x4** has 16 addressable RGB LEDs which can be used as a single device or tiled into larger displays.

The [GlowBit getting started guide](https://core-electronics.com.au/guides/glowbit/glowbit-matrix-4x4-python-and-micropython-guide/) for Raspberry Pi or Pico and covers everything from lighting individual pixels and graphing, to creating colourful animations.

GlowBit libraries are optimised for better performance with newer **WS2812B** LED technology. Legacy WS2812 and NeoPixel libraries will work just fine with GlowBit hardware.

**Features**

- 16 vibrant LEDs
- Control from a single pin
- Works with Raspberry Pi and Raspberry Pi Pico using our open-source [Python/MicroPython library](https://github.com/CoreElectronics/CE-GlowBit-Python) ([documentation](https://coreelectronics.github.io/CE-GlowBit-Python/documentation/html/functions.html))
- Easy connection options: through-hole pads for header pins and solderable edge-connectors for tiling larger displays.
- [Quickstart guide and instructions](https://core-electronics.com.au/guides/glowbit/glowbit-matrix-4x4-python-and-micropython-guide/)
- Manufactured and [supported](https://core-electronics.com.au/contacts/) in Australia by Core Electronics
 
**Library Features** - We've prepared some creative ideas to get you started programming your GlowBit Matrix in Python and MicroPython

- [Colour Wheel](https://core-electronics.com.au/guides/glowbit/glowbit-matrix-4x4-python-and-micropython-guide/) Generate vibrant rainbow colours
- [Colour Individual Pixels](https://core-electronics.com.au/guides/glowbit/glowbit-matrix-4x4-python-and-micropython-guide/) Manually control each of the 64 pixels
- [Graphs](https://core-electronics.com.au/guides/glowbit/glowbit-matrix-4x4-python-and-micropython-guide/) Easily display sensor data
- [Tiling](https://core-electronics.com.au/guides/glowbit/glowbit-matrix-4x4-python-and-micropython-guide/) Control daisy-chained arrays with minimal code changes
 
**Technical Details**

- Dimensions: 30.5x30.5mm
- Supply (Vdd): 3.3 to 5 VDC
- Logic: 2.7 to Vdd + 0.7 V
- Through-hole pads are placed on a 2.54mm grid for easy mounting and tiling on standard perfboard.
 
**Resources**

- [Python & MicroPython Libraries](https://github.com/CoreElectronics/CE-GlowBit-Python) ([documentation](https://coreelectronics.github.io/CE-GlowBit-Python/documentation/html/functions.html))
- [Hardware Repository](https://github.com/CoreElectronics/CE-GlowBit-Matrix-4x4)
- [WS2812B Datasheet](https://core-electronics.com.au/attachments/uploads/glowbit-ws2812bv5-datasheet.pdf)
 
Each GlowBit Matrix 4x4 comes as a single board with 16 individually addressable RGB LEDs - assembled and tested.

[![](https://core-electronics.com.au/media/bannerslider/g/l/glowbit-glow-your-own-way.jpg)](https://core-electronics.com.au/glowbit.html)

**GlowBit Overview**

Glow your own way! GlowBits are based on newer LED technology that offers makers, educators and students more creative freedom with fewer gotchas. Wider voltage ranges, better data rates, safe failure modes, the list goes on. If you share anything with a GlowBit product, tag it with **\#glowbit** so we can take a look!

Some of the features you will find:

- **Awesome, feature-rich libraries.** The same Python/MicroPython code examples will work on all supported platforms.
- **Tileable designs.** Many GlowBit modules are tileable, meaning they can be soldered together to create a larger display.
- **Modern WS2812B technology** which supports a wide voltage range, is easier to use, and requires fewer external components.
- **Creative freedom.** Take the examples in our guides and run with them - we can't wait to see what you make.
- Compatible with legacy WS2812 / Neopixel libraries.
 
GlowBit modules are [![](https://core-electronics.com.au/media/wysiwyg/product_images/Core-Electronics-Original.png)](https://core-electronics.com.au/original) products designed and manufactured by our team in Newcastle Australia.

"GlowBit" and the GlowBit logo are trademarks of Core Electronics Pty Ltd.

## Guides for this product

- [GlowBit Matrix 4x4 - Python and MicroPython Guide](https://core-electronics.com.au/guides/glowbit/glowbit-matrix-4x4-python-and-micropython-guide/)

## Videos for this product

- [GlowBit Matrix 4x4 \| Quickstart Guide](https://core-electronics.com.au/videos/glowbit-matrix-4x4-quickstart-guide)
- [The Factory \| Testing Our HUGE LED Matrix](https://core-electronics.com.au/videos/the-factory-testing-our-huge-led-matrix)
- [The Factory \| Responding To Your Feedback](https://core-electronics.com.au/videos/the-factory-responding-to-your-feedback)

## Images

- [Product image 1](https://core-electronics.com.au/media/catalog/product/g/l/glowbit-matrix-4x4.jpg)

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