Discover the A050EC01 5-inch ESP32-P4 capacitive touch LCD development kit with 480×854 IPS display, 5-point capacitive touch, metal housing, and hardware support for customized applications
The A050EC01 5-inch ESP32-P4 LCD Display Development Kit is an integrated display development platform featuring a 4.96-inch capacitive touch display, an ESP32-P4 dual-core RISC-V processor, and onboard memory. With a resolution of 480 × 854 pixels, 16.7 million display colors, and a brightness of 400 cd/m², this development kit provides a practical hardware foundation for building customized graphical user interfaces and embedded display applications.
Designed for developers, product engineers, and equipment manufacturers, the A050EC01 allows users to develop their own software applications according to specific project requirements. It supports Arduino, ESP-IDF, and MicroPython development environments, giving development teams flexibility when creating application logic, interface layouts, and interactive functions.
Rather than starting with a bare LCD module and independently assembling the basic hardware, developers can use this integrated platform as a starting point for application development. The supplied display hardware and ESP32-P4 control platform help simplify the initial hardware preparation process, allowing teams to focus on their operating environment, software functions, and user interface requirements.
The A050EC01 is suitable for evaluating embedded display concepts, developing interactive control interfaces, and building customized display products for smart devices and connected equipment.
The A050EC01 features a 4.96-inch capacitive touch display with a resolution of 480 × 854 pixels. Its portrait-oriented display format is suitable for graphical interfaces that organize information vertically, including status dashboards, device settings, menu systems, and interactive control panels.
The display supports 16.7 million colors with 8-bit color depth and provides a typical specified luminance of 400 cd/m². These characteristics offer a practical foundation for displaying icons, text, graphical controls, system information, and application-specific visual elements.
The capacitive touch interface also enables developers to design interactive user experiences rather than relying exclusively on physical buttons or external input devices.
The development kit uses an ESP32-P4 dual-core RISC-V processor with a listed high-performance CPU frequency of 360 MHz and a low-power CPU frequency of 40 MHz.
The onboard memory includes 32 MB PSRAM and 16 MB Flash, providing resources for application development, interface assets, and program storage. Actual memory availability depends on the software configuration and system requirements.
This processing platform gives developers a foundation for implementing graphical interfaces, managing device settings, processing user inputs, and integrating application-specific control logic.
The A050EC01 supports Arduino, ESP-IDF, and MicroPython. This flexibility allows development teams to select a suitable software environment based on their existing experience, application architecture, and development workflow.
Users can create custom interface layouts, organize information according to operational requirements, and develop software functions for their own products. The final application capabilities depend on the selected framework, available libraries, hardware configuration, and software implementation.
The platform provides USB Type-C, UART, GPIO, and Ethernet interfaces. These connections support different development, communication, and system integration requirements.
A TF card slot is also available for storage expansion. The listed wireless specification includes Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
Developers should verify the required interface configuration, network implementation, peripheral compatibility, and software support during project evaluation.
With overall dimensions of 70.7 × 124.7 × 27.39 mm and a matte-black metal housing, the A050EC01 offers an integrated physical platform for development and equipment integration.
Its operating temperature range is -20°C to +70°C, making it suitable for evaluating applications within this specified environmental range. Mechanical mounting, enclosure integration, and any additional environmental protection should be assessed according to the final product design.
The following table summarizes the hardware and display specifications of the 5-inch ESP32-P4 LCD development kit.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Model | A050EC01 |
| Product Type | ESP32-P4 LCD Display Development Kit |
| Display Size | 4.96 inches |
| Touch Technology | Capacitive touch |
| Resolution | 480 × 854 pixels |
| Display Colors | 16.7 million colors, 8-bit |
| Active Display Area | 61.78 × 109.91 mm |
| Brightness | 400 cd/m² |
| Response Time | 30 ms |
| Pixel Arrangement | RGB stripe |
| Viewing Direction | All o'clock |
| Weight | 169 g |
| Main Controller | ESP32-P4 dual-core RISC-V |
| CPU Frequency | 360 MHz (HP) / 40 MHz (LP) |
| PSRAM | 32 MB |
| Flash | 16 MB |
| Wireless Connectivity | Wi-Fi and Bluetooth |
| Storage Expansion | TF card slot |
| Interfaces | USB Type-C, UART, GPIO, Ethernet |
| Development Environments | Arduino, ESP-IDF, MicroPython |
| Power Supply | 5 V via Type-C |
| Overall Power Consumption | ≤5 W |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -30°C to +80°C |
| Relative Humidity | ≤90% |
| Housing Material | Metal |
| Housing Color | Matte black |
| Overall Dimensions | 70.7 × 124.7 × 27.39 mm |
Note: Specifications are based on the supplied A050EC01 datasheet. Confirm the required software features, interface implementation, and integration details with Aptus before finalizing a production design.
The A050EC01 provides a hardware foundation for projects that require a compact display, touch interaction, and programmable embedded control. The following are potential development applications rather than pre-installed or guaranteed software functions.
Developers can use the 5-inch capacitive touch display to create custom smart home interfaces for monitoring device status, organizing control menus, and presenting system information. Potential projects include room control panels, home automation interfaces, and connected device controllers.
The portrait display format can accommodate vertically arranged menus, device lists, and configuration pages. Application functions and communication with external smart home devices must be implemented according to the project architecture.
Equipment manufacturers can evaluate the A050EC01 for compact equipment interfaces that display operating parameters, device status, configuration menus, and maintenance information.
The capacitive touch interface allows developers to design graphical controls around specific operating procedures. UART, GPIO, and Ethernet provide potential integration options, subject to the selected communication protocols and software implementation.
For industrial deployment, engineers should evaluate temperature, electrical noise, mechanical mounting, enclosure protection, and other environmental requirements against the actual operating conditions.
The combination of an ESP32-P4 processor, display, touch input, and listed wireless connectivity makes the kit a candidate for developing connected-device interfaces.
Potential projects include IoT monitoring terminals, network-connected controllers, device configuration interfaces, and status display units. Developers can design the user interface and implement the required data communication, device logic, and network functions within the supported software environment.
The specific communication protocol and compatibility with external platforms should be verified during development.
The A050EC01 can be evaluated for embedded interfaces in access-control equipment, information terminals, and compact self-service devices.
Developers can create custom menus, input forms, status messages, and operational prompts according to the intended application. Integration with identification devices, access-control hardware, payment systems, or other peripherals requires additional hardware and software implementation where applicable.
For product developers, one of the primary uses of the A050EC01 is evaluating a new embedded display concept before committing to a final production design.
Engineering teams can develop interface prototypes, test application workflows, assess touch interaction, and refine software requirements using the integrated hardware platform. This approach can help reduce the initial effort associated with preparing a separate display and controller assembly.
Once the application requirements are established, developers can assess whether the kit is suitable for the intended product or whether further hardware customization is necessary.
The A050EC01 is intended to provide a practical starting point for custom software development. Its integrated display and ESP32-P4 hardware allow development teams to concentrate on the functions that differentiate their products.
A typical development process begins with defining the application's operating environment, user interaction requirements, and software functions. Developers can then select an appropriate development framework, create the graphical interface, implement control logic, and evaluate the application on the hardware.
Before selecting the kit for a project, consider the following factors:
Operating environment: Confirm that the specified temperature, humidity, and physical configuration meet the intended application requirements.
Software functions: Define the required menus, graphical elements, data processing, device control, and communication behavior.
Connectivity: Identify the interfaces and network capabilities required to connect the development kit to external equipment.
Integration requirements: Evaluate mounting, power supply, peripheral connections, and enclosure requirements.
Future production needs: Determine whether the integrated development platform meets the requirements of the final product or whether a customized hardware solution is needed.
Aptus can help customers evaluate the basic hardware platform and discuss display-related customization requirements. The availability and scope of any customization should be confirmed according to the specific project.
The A050EC01 is an integrated development kit featuring a 4.96-inch capacitive touch display with 480 × 854 resolution, an ESP32-P4 dual-core RISC-V processor, 32 MB PSRAM, and 16 MB Flash. It provides a hardware foundation for developing custom embedded display applications.
Yes. The kit supports Arduino, ESP-IDF, and MicroPython development environments. Developers can build their own interface layouts and application functions according to project requirements, provided the selected functions are supported by the hardware and software configuration.
Yes. The product specification identifies a 4.96-inch capacitive touch display. Developers can incorporate touch interaction into their software interfaces. Specific gesture behavior and application-level touch functions depend on software implementation.
The display resolution is 480 × 854 pixels, and the specified luminance is 400 cd/m². It supports 16.7 million colors with 8-bit color depth.
The listed interfaces are USB Type-C, UART, GPIO, and Ethernet. The kit also includes a TF card slot and lists Wi-Fi and Bluetooth as wireless connectivity options. Confirm interface usage and software compatibility for your intended application.
The specified operating temperature range is -20°C to +70°C. The storage temperature range is -30°C to +80°C. Projects exposed to conditions beyond these limits may require a different hardware configuration.
It can be evaluated for industrial equipment interfaces when its display, processing, connectivity, and environmental specifications meet the application requirements. Suitability for a particular industrial environment must be assessed separately, including electrical compatibility, mechanical protection, and operating conditions.
Aptus provides LCD display products and customization services. Depending on project requirements, customers can discuss display configurations, touch-panel requirements, mechanical integration, and related hardware options with the Aptus team. The feasibility and scope of customization depend on the specific project.
Shenzhen Aptus Technology Co.,Ltd is an LCD display supplier with industry experience dating back to 2014. The company focuses on LCD display research and development, manufacturing, and marketing, serving customers who require display components and customized display solutions.
Aptus provides TFT LCD modules, touch-panel LCD modules, LCD control boards, driver boards, cables, backlight solutions, and integrated display assemblies. Depending on the project, customization may involve display resolution, brightness, interface configuration, touch technology, cable design, backlight requirements, and mechanical structure.
With an experienced R&D team and ISO 9001 quality management certification, Aptus supports customers evaluating display hardware for industrial equipment, embedded systems, and other specialized applications.
For customers developing embedded products, the A050EC01 ESP32-P4 LCD development kit offers a starting point for evaluating a compact display and programmable control platform before finalizing application-specific requirements.
Looking for a 5-inch ESP32-P4 LCD development kit for your next embedded project? Contact Aptus to discuss the A050EC01, review the product specifications, and determine whether the hardware platform fits your application.
When contacting our team, please share your intended application, operating environment, required software functions, connectivity requirements, and expected project quantity. This information will help us evaluate product suitability and identify any additional hardware or customization requirements.
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