RFID Reader/Writer MFRC-522 RC522 with Card and Tag

The MFRC-522 RC522 RFID Reader/Writer module is an efficient and versatile device for contactless communication at 13.56MHz. Designed by NXP, this module supports ISO 14443A/MIFARE modes and is widely used in smart meters and portable hand-held devices due to its low power consumption, compact size, and cost-effectiveness. The module comes with an S50 RFID card and a special-shaped keychain RFID tag, making it ideal for various RFID applications.

  Key Features:  

• Integrated MF RC522 13.56MHz contactless communication card chip
• Low-voltage, low-cost, compact size
• Advanced modulation and demodulation for 13.56MHz passive contactless communication
• Supports 14443A compatible transponder signals and ISO14443A frames with error detection
• Rapid CRYPTO1 encryption algorithm for MIFARE products
• Two-way data transmission rate up to 424kbit/s
• Ideal for smart meters, portable devices, and advanced applications

  Specifications:  

• Input Supply Voltage: 3.3V (Do not use 5V supply)
• Operating Current: 13 ~ 26mA
• Idle Current: 10 ~ 13mA
• Sleep Current: < 80uA
• Peak Current: < 30mA
• Operating Frequency: 13.56MHz
• Module Interface: SPI
• SPI Data Rate: 10 Mbit/s
• Operating Distance in Reading/Write Mode: 50mm
• Operating Temperature: -20°C to 80°C
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C
• Relative Humidity: 5% – 95%
• Dimensions: 60 x 40 x 5 mm
• Weight: 20g

  Supported Card Types:  

• mifare1 S50
• mifare1 S70
• MIFARE Ultralight
• mifare Pro

• MIFARE DESFire

  Package Includes:  

• 1 x RFID-RC522 Reader/Writer Module
• 1 x Standard blank RFID card
• 1 x Special-shaped keychain RFID tag
• 2 x Straight & right-angle header strip

  Usage and Applications  

The MFRC-522 RC522 RFID Reader/Writer is suitable for a wide range of applications including:

• Access Control Systems: Secure entry systems for buildings, offices, and restricted areas.
• Smart Meters: For utilities such as water, electricity, and gas metering.
• Portable Handheld Devices: Devices used for secure transactions and identification.
• Public Transportation: Ticketing systems for buses, trains, and subways.
• Event Ticketing: Quick and efficient ticket validation for events and venues.
• Gaming & Identity: Applications in gaming for player identification and authentication.