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# GlowBit™ Matrix - 8x8

**Type:** Product page · **SKU:** CE08033 · **Brand:** [GlowBit](https://core-electronics.com.au/brands/glowbit)
**Page:** https://core-electronics.com.au/glowbit-matrix-8x8.html ([markdown](https://core-electronics.com.au/glowbit-matrix-8x8.html.md))

The most powerful GlowBit display! A 64 LED matrix that can be easily tiled to create larger displays.

## Pricing

- **Price:** $16.60 (inc GST) — $15.09 AUD, exc GST
- **Quantity discounts:** 4+ $14.34 (exc GST) · 12+ $13.58 (exc GST) · 50+ $12.83 (exc GST)

## Availability & dispatch

- In stock, ships same business day if ordered before 2PM (Australia/Sydney).
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## Description

The ![GlowBit](https://core-electronics.com.au//media/wysiwyg/cms/GlowBit-QHD-P.png) **Matrix 8x8** is the biggest and most powerful display from the GlowBit lineup. With 64 LEDs this display is capable of scrolling text and creating animations not possible on our smaller modules. Solder two or more matrices together to create an even larger display.

The [GlowBit getting started guide](https://core-electronics.com.au/guides/glowbit/glowbit-matrix-8x8-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 modern **WS2812B** LED technology. Legacy WS2812 and NeoPixel libraries will work just fine with GlowBit hardware.

**Features**

- 64 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 intuitive edge-connectors for tiling larger displays.
- [Quickstart guide and instructions](https://core-electronics.com.au/guides/glowbit/glowbit-matrix-8x8-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-8x8-python-and-micropython-guide/) Generate vibrant rainbow colours
- [Colour Individual Pixels](https://core-electronics.com.au/guides/glowbit/glowbit-matrix-8x8-python-and-micropython-guide/) Manually control each of the 64 pixels
- [Graphs](https://core-electronics.com.au/guides/glowbit/glowbit-matrix-8x8-python-and-micropython-guide/) Easily display sensor data
- [Tiling](https://core-electronics.com.au/guides/glowbit/glowbit-matrix-8x8-python-and-micropython-guide/) Control daisy-chained arrays with minimal code changes
 
**Technical Details**

- Dimensions: 61x61mm
- Supply (Vdd): 3.3 to 5 VDC
- Logic: 2.7 to Vdd + 0.7 V
- Max Current: 2.3 A
- [WS2812B Datasheet](https://core-electronics.com.au/attachments/uploads/glowbit-ws2812bv5-datasheet.pdf)
 
**Pinout**

![A pinout diagram for the GlowBit Matrix 8x8](https://core-electronics.com.au/media/wysiwyg/GlowBit-8x8-Ce08033.png)

**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-8x8)
 
Each GlowBit Matrix 8x8 comes as a single board with 64 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

- [WiFi GlowBit Matrix Control with WLED and ESP32/ESP8266 Dev Boards – Make Pixel Art with No Code!](https://core-electronics.com.au/guides/wireless/glowbit-matrix-control-no-code/)
- [GlowBit Matrix 8x8 - Python and MicroPython Guide](https://core-electronics.com.au/guides/glowbit/glowbit-matrix-8x8-python-and-micropython-guide/)

## Videos for this product

- [Wireless GlowBit Matrix Control With WLED & ESP Dev Boards - Pixel Art with NO CODE on WS2812B Grids](https://core-electronics.com.au/videos/wireless-glowbit-matrix-control-with-wled-esp-dev-boards-pixel-art-with-no-code-on-ws2812b-grids)
- [GlowBit Matrix 8x8 \| Quickstart Guide](https://core-electronics.com.au/videos/glowbit-matrix-8x8-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-8x8.jpg)