Waveshare 6 inch E-Ink Display 1448x1072 E-Paper with Hat

Waveshare 6 inch E-Ink Display 1448×1072 E-Paper with HAT is a high-definition e-paper kit built around the IT8951 controller and a Raspberry Pi-oriented HAT architecture. With its 1448 x 1072 resolution, 2-16 grayscale support, and USB / SPI / I80 / I2C interfaces, it is a strong fit for electronic shelf labels, industrial instruments, information panels, asset tags, and other low-power embedded display projects that need sharper text and richer grayscale rendering than standard e-paper modules.

Compared with a raw panel, this version is much easier to evaluate and integrate because it already includes the 6 inch HD e-Paper panel, e-Paper IT8951 Driver HAT (B), 6 inch e-Paper Adapter (B), interface cable set, and Raspberry Pi mounting hardware. Waveshare provides the official 6 inch HD e-Paper HAT wiki, the detailed specification PDF, and the official IT8951 driver package for development reference.

Features

• 6 inch HD e-paper HAT kit for Raspberry Pi and other supported host platforms.
• 1448 x 1072 high-definition resolution for sharp text, diagrams, and dense information layouts.
• 2-16 grayscale support for richer image detail than basic monochrome e-paper screens.
• IT8951 embedded controller for flexible host-side communication and control.
• USB / SPI / I80 / I2C interfaces for connection with Raspberry Pi, STM32, Nucleo, and other host boards.
• No backlight, with the last image retained after power-off.
• Partial refresh support for more practical update behavior in embedded display workflows.

Specifications

Applications

• Electronic shelf labels with high-resolution product information and sharp text output.
• Industrial instruments and embedded control systems that need a clear reflective display.
• Low-power information panels for Raspberry Pi and STM32 projects.
• Asset and equipment tags that benefit from denser layouts and better grayscale rendering.
• Custom embedded terminals that need a ready-to-develop high-definition e-paper kit.

Packing List

• 6 inch HD e-Paper x1
• e-Paper IT8951 Driver HAT (B) x1
• 6 inch e-Paper Adapter (B) x1
• 40PIN FFC (same side contact) x1
• USB Type-A plug to Micro-B plug cable x1
• PH2.0 20cm 8Pin cable x1
• RPi screws pack (2pcs) x1

Other Content

This SKU is a high-definition display plus IT8951 HAT kit, so it is much easier to evaluate than a raw HD panel. It is especially suitable when you need better grayscale detail, higher pixel density, and ready-to-use host interfaces for Raspberry Pi or other embedded platforms.

The combination of high resolution, partial refresh support, multiple host interfaces, and IT8951 control makes it useful for detailed labels, industrial HMIs, embedded dashboards, and low-power information products that need sharp rendering without a backlight.

Resources

• Waveshare wiki
• Waveshare specification PDF
• Waveshare IT8951 driver package

FAQ

Is this a raw panel or a complete HAT kit?

This SKU is a complete 6 inch HD e-paper HAT kit that includes the display, IT8951 driver HAT, adapter board, and required cables.

What makes it different from lower-resolution e-paper modules?

Its 1448 x 1072 resolution and 2-16 grayscale support make it better suited for dense text, detailed UI layouts, and richer embedded display content.

Which host interfaces are supported?

The IT8951-based design supports USB, SPI, I80, and I2C, giving more flexibility than simpler e-paper boards.

What kinds of projects is it best for?

It is a strong fit for shelf labels, industrial instruments, embedded dashboards, and other low-power information displays that need high-resolution output.