Description
Microcontroller Serial to Parallel Pin IO Expansion Module 74HC595 Output Port Expansion 3 to 24pin LED control
The 74HC595 Serial-to-Parallel Expansion Module is a GPIO expansion board based on three cascaded 74HC595 shift register ICs. It converts serial input data into 24 parallel digital output channels, allowing microcontrollers to control multiple outputs using only a few GPIO pins. The module is widely used in LED control, display driving, relay expansion, and digital output applications.
Technical Specifications:
- Module Type: Serial-to-Parallel GPIO Expansion Module
- Main IC: 3 × 74HC595 Shift Register ICs
- Number of Output Channels: 24 Digital Outputs
- Input Control Signals: Data (DS), Clock (SHCP), Latch (STCP)
- Output Logic Type: TTL Digital Output
- Operating Voltage: 2V – 6V DC
- Logic Compatibility: 3.3V and 5V systems
- Communication Interface: SPI-like Serial Interface
- Maximum Output Current: Approx. 20mA per output pin
Features:
- Expands microcontroller GPIO pins from 3 pins to 24 outputs
- Uses high-speed 74HC595 shift register ICs
- Supports cascading for additional outputs
- Compatible with Arduino, ESP32, STM32, AVR, PIC, and Raspberry Pi
- Simple SPI-like serial communication
- Stable and reliable digital output control
- Compact PCB design with pin headers included
- Suitable for LED driving and digital switching applications
- Low power consumption
- Easy integration into embedded projects
Applications:
- LED matrix control
- 7-segment display driving
- Relay control systems
- Digital output expansion
- Home automation systems
- Industrial control interfaces
- Robotics projects
- Arduino and ESP32 projects
- Sequential lighting systems
- DIY electronics and prototyping



