# 3.5 inch TFT LCD Display, ILI9486, 480x320, Arduino compatible

> 3.5 inch TFT LCD display module with ILI9486 controller, 480x320 px resolution, 65K colors and 16-bit parallel interface. Plugs directly onto the Arduino Mega 2560 pins, plug-and-play, with integrated 5V/3.3V logic level conversion. Includes a microSD slot (SPI) for images/data, but has no touch function. Active area 73.44x48.96 mm, PCB dimensions 96.6x60.3 mm.

- Page: https://sigmanortec.ro/en/35-inch-tft-lcd-display-ili9486-480x320-arduino-compatible
- Price: 127.13 RON
- Availability: In stock; 1-2 zile
- Reference: 44007 · EAN: 5947093462535
- Category: Mechatronics and IoT > Sensors and Modules > Display and LCD > TFT Displays
- Specifications: Compatibility: Arduino; Screen size: 3.5 inch; Display type: TFT LCD; Resolution: 480x320 px; Controller / Driver: ILI9486
- Updated: 2026-09-14
- Shop: [Sigmanortec.ro](https://sigmanortec.ro/en/llms.txt)
- Prices: RON, VAT included; prices and stock as of 2026-10-22 04:49 (Europe/Bucharest)

## Description

The 3.5 inch TFT LCD module for Arduino Mega 2560 offers clear color display for graphical interfaces, menus, and data, with a resolution of 480x320 and 65K colors. The ILI9486 controller accurately renders text and graphics, the 16-bit parallel interface ensures fast refresh, and the integrated 5V to 3.3V logic level conversion allows direct connection. It includes a microSD slot for loading images and content.
The 3.5-inch TFT LCD display module is a compact and versatile solution for projects based on the Arduino Mega 2560 board, offering a clear and colorful image thanks to the 480x320 pixel resolution and the 65K color RGB panel.
The ILI9486 controller ensures faithful rendering of graphics and text, and the 16-bit parallel interface guarantees fast data transfer to the screen.
The module features an integrated 5V/3.3V logic level conversion circuit, making it compatible with both 5V and 3.3V platforms without the need for additional components.
It connects directly to the pins of the Arduino 2560 board, plug-and-play, without cables or adapters. On the back of the module, there is an SD card slot accessible via SPI interface, useful for storing images or display data.
It is important to note that this module does not include a touch function and is intended exclusively for content display.
Specifications:
Screen diagonal: 3.5 inch
Panel type: TFT
Controller: ILI9486 / ILI9488
Resolution: 480x320 pixels
Colors: RGB 65K
Interface: 16-bit parallel
Operating voltage: 5V / 3.3V
SD card slot: yes (SPI interface)
Touch function: no
Compatibility: Arduino Mega 2560
Active area: 73.44 x 48.96 mm
PCB dimensions: 96.6 x 60.3 mm
Pinout:
No.
Pin
Description
1
5V
Positive power supply
2
5V
Positive power supply
3
DB8
Data bus bit 8
4
DB9
Data bus bit 9
5
DB10
Data bus bit 10
6
DB11
Data bus bit 11
7
DB12
Data bus bit 12
8
DB13
Data bus bit 13
9
DB14
Data bus bit 14
10
DB15
Data bus bit 15
11
DB7
Data bus bit 7
12
DB6
Data bus bit 6
13
DB5
Data bus bit 5
14
DB4
Data bus bit 4
15
DB3
Data bus bit 3
16
DB2
Data bus bit 2
17
DB1
Data bus bit 1
18
DB0
Data bus bit 0
19
RS
LCD register/data select
20
WR
LCD write signal
21
CS
Active low screen select
22
RST
Active low LCD reset
23
NC
Not connected, reserved
24
NC
Not connected, reserved
25
NC
Not connected, reserved
26
F_CS
SPI flash select
27
NC
Not connected, reserved
28
NC
Not connected, reserved
29
NC
Not connected, reserved
30
NC
Not connected, reserved
31
MISO
SPI input data
32
MOSI
SPI output data
33
CLK
SPI clock
34
SD_CS
Active low SD card select
35
GND
Ground
36
GND
Ground
Usage:
Before assembling, check that the board used is an Arduino Mega 2560, as the module is not directly compatible with Uno or Nano type boards.
Align the module's 36-pin connector with the corresponding header on the 2560 board and press firmly until fully seated.
Power the board via USB or external source; the module receives voltage directly through the connector.
Download the Arduino-compatible library for the ILI9486 (for example MCUFRIEND_kbv or Adafruit_TFTLCD) and install it in the Arduino IDE via Sketch > Include Library > Add .ZIP Library.
Open an example from the installed library and verify that the driver ID is set to 0x9486.
Upload the sketch to the board and check for correct display of the test image.
For SD card usage, use the SD.h library included in the Arduino IDE and set the SD_CS pin according to the pinout above.
Ensure that the files on the SD card are formatted as FAT32 for maximum compatibility.