The Nextion NX8048T050 5-Inch HMI TFT LCD Touchscreen Display is a smart Human-Machine Interface (HMI) module designed for creating interactive graphical control panels for embedded systems, industrial automation, robotics, and IoT applications.

Part of the Nextion Basic Series, the NX8048T050 features a 5-inch TFT LCD with 800 × 480 pixel resolution, 65,536 colors, and a resistive touchscreen for user interaction.

Unlike conventional LCD displays that require the microcontroller to handle graphics rendering, Nextion displays feature an onboard processor that manages the graphical interface independently. This reduces the workload on the main microcontroller and simplifies system development.

Using the free Nextion Editor software, developers can design graphical interfaces with buttons, sliders, text fields, progress bars, gauges, images, and other interactive components.

The display communicates with external controllers through a TTL UART serial interface, making it suitable for Arduino, ESP32, STM32, Raspberry Pi, and other embedded development platforms.

Key Features

• 5-Inch TFT LCD Display: Large graphical display for embedded applications.
• 800 × 480 Resolution: Clear graphical interface with WVGA resolution.
• 65,536 Colors: 16-bit RGB565 color support.
• Resistive Touchscreen: Enables interactive control using finger or stylus input.
• Integrated HMI Processor: Handles interface graphics independently of the host microcontroller.
• UART Serial Communication: Simple communication through TX and RX pins.
• Nextion Editor Support: Create customized graphical interfaces using drag-and-drop tools.
• Interactive Components: Supports buttons, text fields, sliders, progress bars, images, and gauges.
• Customizable Interface: Design multiple pages and interactive control screens.
• microSD Card Support: Used to upload compiled HMI projects.
• Microcontroller Compatibility: Suitable for Arduino, ESP32, STM32, and Raspberry Pi projects.
• Compact Integrated Design: Combines display, touch input, and HMI controller in one module.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions and display characteristics are based on the supplied NX8048T050 product information. Electrical current requirements should be checked against the manufacturer's documentation for the exact hardware revision.

Pin Configuration

The Nextion NX8048T050 uses a 4-pin serial communication interface.

Connection Example – Arduino UNO

Important: The Nextion display uses TTL UART communication. The host controller and display must share a common ground.

For Arduino UNO, using a suitable software serial interface can avoid conflicts with USB programming.

For ESP32 and Raspberry Pi, ensure the UART signal voltage levels are compatible. Use appropriate level shifting when necessary.

Nextion Editor Software

The NX8048T050 is programmed using Nextion Editor, a graphical development environment for creating custom touchscreen interfaces.

With Nextion Editor, users can:

• Design graphical control panels.
• Add buttons, sliders, gauges, and progress bars.
• Create multiple interface pages.
• Display sensor readings and system information.
• Configure touchscreen events.
• Send commands to external microcontrollers.
• Upload compiled HMI projects to the display.

Official software and documentation:

https://nextion.tech/

Applications

• Industrial HMI control panels
• Arduino touchscreen projects
• ESP32-based control systems
• Robotics control interfaces
• Home automation dashboards
• Smart home control panels
• 3D printer control interfaces
• CNC machine interfaces
• Sensor monitoring systems
• IoT dashboards
• Laboratory equipment
• Embedded graphical user interfaces
• Educational electronics projects

Important Notes

• Power Supply: Requires a stable regulated 5V DC supply.
• Communication: Uses TTL UART, not HDMI, SPI graphics, or USB video.
• Touch Technology: Resistive touchscreen, not capacitive multi-touch.
• Software: Graphical interfaces are created using Nextion Editor.
• Project Upload: Supports uploading compiled HMI files through supported serial or microSD methods.
• Compatibility: Microcontrollers must support UART communication and appropriate voltage-level interfacing.
• Power Requirements: Ensure the power supply provides sufficient current for the display and backlight.
• Display Orientation: The HMI project must be designed for the intended screen orientation.
• Basic Series: This model belongs to the Nextion Basic Series and should not be confused with Enhanced or Intelligent Series displays.

Package Includes

• 1 × Nextion NX8048T050 5-Inch HMI TFT LCD Touchscreen Display