RFID, RF Access, Monitoring ICs

Category Introduction

RFID or RF access monitoring ICs are semiconductor devices configured as RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) readers, transponders, passive entry or passive start processors and TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitorying System). They are designed to comply with specific RFID standards such as EPC, ISO, NFC, MiFARE and FeliCa, and communicate over I2C, SPI, UART, USB, PWM, RS232, RS422, RS485 and other interfaces.

Product List

220 Items

Mfr Part #	Quantity Available	UnitPrice	Series	Packaging	Product Status	Type	Frequency	Standards	Interface	Voltage - Supply	Operating Temperature	Mounting Type	Package / Case	Supplier Device Package
ST25DV04K-IER6S3 IC RFID TRANSP 13.56MHZ 8SO STMicroelectronics	1,108	$0.81	ST25D	Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	RFID Transponder	13.56MHz	ISO 15693	I²C	1.8V ~ 5.5V	-40°C ~ 85°C	Surface Mount	8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	8-SOIC
M24LR04E-RMN6T/2 IC RFID TRANSP 13.56MHZ 8SO STMicroelectronics	847	$0.82		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	RFID Transponder	13.56MHz	ISO 15693, ISO 18000-3, NFC	I²C	1.8V ~ 5.5V	-40°C ~ 85°C	Surface Mount	8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	8-SOIC
M24LR04E-RMC6T/2 IC RFID TRANSP 13.56MHZ 8UFDFPN STMicroelectronics	131	$1.32		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	RFID Transponder	13.56MHz	ISO 15693, ISO 18000-3, NFC	I²C	1.8V ~ 5.5V	-40°C ~ 85°C	Surface Mount	8-UFDFN Exposed Pad	8-UFDFPN (2x3)
ST25DV04K-JFR6D3 IC RFID TRANSP 13.56MHZ 12UFDFPN STMicroelectronics	10	$0.94	ST25D	Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	RFID Transponder	13.56MHz	ISO 15693	I²C	1.8V ~ 5.5V	-40°C ~ 105°C	Surface Mount	12-UFDFN Exposed Pad	12-UFDFPN (3x3)
ST25DV16K-IER6T3 IC RFID TRANSP 13.56MHZ 8TSSOP STMicroelectronics	530	$1.10	ST25D	Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	RFID Transponder	13.56MHz	ISO 15693	I²C	1.8V ~ 5.5V	-40°C ~ 85°C	Surface Mount	8-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)	8-TSSOP
M24LR16E-RMC6T/2 IC RFID TRANSP 13.56MHZ 8UFDFPN STMicroelectronics	44	$1.55		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	RFID Transponder	13.56MHz	ISO 15693, ISO 18000-3, NFC	I²C	1.8V ~ 5.5V	-40°C ~ 85°C	Surface Mount	8-UFDFN Exposed Pad	8-UFDFPN (2x3)
ST25DV64K-IER6S3 IC RFID TRANSP 13.56MHZ 8SO STMicroelectronics	12	$1.52	ST25D	Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	RFID Transponder	13.56MHz	ISO 15693	I²C	1.8V ~ 5.5V	-40°C ~ 85°C	Surface Mount	8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	8-SOIC
ST25DV64K-IER6T3 IC RFID TRANSP 13.56MHZ 8TSSOP STMicroelectronics	448	$1.51	ST25D	Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	RFID Transponder	13.56MHz	ISO 15693	I²C	1.8V ~ 5.5V	-40°C ~ 85°C	Surface Mount	8-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)	8-TSSOP
M24SR64-YMN6T/2 IC RFID TRANSP 13.56MHZ 8SO STMicroelectronics	408	$2.28		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	RFID Transponder	13.56MHz	ISO 14443, NFC	I²C	2.7V ~ 5.5V	-40°C ~ 85°C	Surface Mount	8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	8-SOIC
ST25R95-VMD5T NFC/HF RFID READER IC STMicroelectronics	108	$4.00	ST25R	Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	RFID Reader	13.56MHz	FeliCa, ISO 14443, ISO 15693, ISO 18000-3, MIFARE, NFC	SPI	2.7V ~ 5.5V	-25°C ~ 85°C (TA)	Surface Mount	32-VFQFN Exposed Pad	32-VFQFPN (5x5)
CR95HF-VMD5T IC RFID RDR/TRN 13.56MZ 32VFQFPN STMicroelectronics	7	$4.01		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	RFID Reader/Transponder	13.56MHz	ISO 14443, ISO 15693, 18000-3, MIFARE, NFC	SPI, UART	2.7V ~ 5.5V	-25°C ~ 85°C	Surface Mount	32-VFQFN Exposed Pad	32-VFQFPN (5x5)
ST95HF-VMD5T IC RFID RDR/TRN 13.56MZ 32VFQFPN STMicroelectronics	20	$4.70		Tape & Reel (TR)	Not For New Designs	RFID Reader/Transponder	13.56MHz	ISO 14443, ISO 15693, ISO 18000-3	SPI	2.7V ~ 5.5V	-25°C ~ 85°C	Surface Mount	32-VFQFN Exposed Pad	32-VFQFPN (5x5)
TRF7963ARHBT IC RFID READER 13.56MHZ 32VQFN Texas Instruments	42	$5.62		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	RFID Reader	13.56MHz	ISO 14443	SPI	2.7V ~ 5.5V	-25°C ~ 85°C	Surface Mount	32-VFQFN Exposed Pad	32-VQFN (5x5)
TRF7970ARHBR IC RFID RDR/TRANS 13.56MZ 32VQFN Texas Instruments	102	$6.11		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	RFID Reader/Transponder	13.56MHz	ISO 14443, ISO 15693, ISO 18000-3	SPI	2.7V ~ 5.5V	-40°C ~ 110°C	Surface Mount	32-VFQFN Exposed Pad	32-VQFN (5x5)
TRF7970ARHBT IC RFID RDR/TRANS 13.56MZ 32VQFN Texas Instruments	125	$6.38		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	RFID Reader/Transponder	13.56MHz	ISO 14443, ISO 15693, ISO 18000-3	SPI	2.7V ~ 5.5V	-40°C ~ 110°C	Surface Mount	32-VFQFN Exposed Pad	32-VQFN (5x5)
ST25R3917-AQWT NFC STMicroelectronics	59	$6.57	ST25R	Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	RFID Reader/Transponder	13.56MHz	FeliCa, ISO 14443, ISO 15693, MIFARE, NFC	SPI	2.4V ~ 5.5V	-40°C ~ 105°C (TA)	Surface Mount	32-VFQFN Exposed Pad	32-VFQFPN (5x5)
ST25RU3993-BQFT IC RFID READER 860-960MHZ 48QFN STMicroelectronics	5	$51.09	ST25R	Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	RFID Reader	860MHz ~ 960MHz	EPC, ISO 18000-6	-	2.7V ~ 3.6V	-	Surface Mount	48-VFQFN Exposed Pad	48-QFN (7x7)
ST25DV04KC-IE6S3 DYNAMIC NFC/RFID TAG IC WITH 4-K STMicroelectronics	715	$0.82		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	RFID Transponder	13.56MHz	ISO 15693, NFC	I²C	1.8V ~ 5.5V	-40°C ~ 85°C	Surface Mount	8-SOIC (0.154", 3.90mm Width)	8-SO
NT3H2111W0FHKH IC RFID TRANSP 13.56MHZ 8XQFN NXP USA Inc.	582	$1.31		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	RFID Transponder	13.56MHz	ISO 14443	I²C	3.3V	-40°C ~ 105°C	Surface Mount	8-XFQFN Exposed Pad	8-XQFN (1.6x1.6)
NT3H2111W0FTTJ IC RFID TRANSP 13.56MHZ 8TSSOP NXP USA Inc.	414	$1.41		Tape & Reel (TR)	Active	RFID Transponder	13.56MHz	ISO 14443	I²C	3.3V	-40°C ~ 105°C	Surface Mount	8-TSSOP, 8-MSOP (0.118", 3.00mm Width)	8-TSSOP

About RFID, RF Access, Monitoring ICs

What are RFID, RF Access, Monitoring ICs?

RFID, RF Access, Monitoring ICs

RFID, RF Access, and Monitoring ICs are integral components in the realm of wireless communication and identification systems. These integrated circuits (ICs) are designed to facilitate the transmission and reception of radio frequency signals, enabling the identification, tracking, and monitoring of objects and individuals. RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) ICs work by using electromagnetic fields to automatically identify and track tags attached to objects. RF Access ICs manage the control and security of access points, while Monitoring ICs are used to oversee and report on various environmental or system conditions. The basic operating principle involves the ICs generating or receiving radio waves to communicate with other devices, often without requiring direct line-of-sight, making them highly versatile in various applications.

Types of RFID, RF Access, Monitoring ICs

RFID ICs

RFID ICs are categorized based on their frequency range, including low frequency (LF), high frequency (HF), and ultra-high frequency (UHF) tags. LF RFID ICs are typically used for short-range applications such as animal tracking and access control. HF RFID ICs are prevalent in applications like library book tracking and contactless payment systems, offering moderate range and data transfer rates. UHF RFID ICs provide longer read ranges and are suitable for supply chain management and inventory tracking.

RF Access ICs

RF Access ICs are primarily used in security and access control systems. They are designed to authenticate and authorize users or devices attempting to gain access to a secured area or system. These ICs often incorporate encryption and secure communication protocols to ensure data integrity and prevent unauthorized access. They are commonly found in keyless entry systems, smart locks, and secure facility access points.

Monitoring ICs

Monitoring ICs are used to track and report on environmental conditions or system performance. These ICs can measure parameters such as temperature, humidity, pressure, and more. They are often used in industrial automation, environmental monitoring, and smart home applications to provide real-time data and alerts for system optimization and safety.

How to choose RFID, RF Access, Monitoring ICs?

When selecting RFID, RF Access, or Monitoring ICs, several key parameters should be considered:

Frequency Range: Choose an IC that operates within the required frequency band for your application, whether it's LF, HF, or UHF.
Read Range: Determine the necessary read range based on the application environment and the distance between the reader and the tags.
Data Rate: Consider the data transfer rate needed for your application, especially if large amounts of data need to be processed quickly.
Security Features: For RF Access ICs, evaluate the encryption and authentication capabilities to ensure robust security.
Environmental Conditions: Assess the operating temperature range, humidity resistance, and other environmental factors that the ICs will be exposed to.
Supplier Reliability: Research the reputation and reliability of suppliers, looking for certifications and customer reviews to ensure quality and dependability.

Evaluating these factors will help in selecting the most suitable ICs for your specific needs, ensuring optimal performance and longevity in your application.

Applications of RFID, RF Access, Monitoring ICs

Retail Industry

In the retail sector, RFID ICs are widely used for inventory management and loss prevention. They enable real-time tracking of products, improving stock accuracy and reducing shrinkage. RF Access ICs can be used for secure access to storage areas, while Monitoring ICs can track environmental conditions in warehouses.

Healthcare

RFID ICs are employed in healthcare for patient identification, medication tracking, and equipment management. RF Access ICs ensure secure access to sensitive areas like pharmacies and labs. Monitoring ICs help in maintaining optimal conditions for medical storage and equipment operation.

Transportation and Logistics

In transportation and logistics, RFID ICs facilitate the tracking of shipments and vehicles, enhancing supply chain visibility. RF Access ICs are used for secure entry and exit at logistics hubs. Monitoring ICs provide data on vehicle conditions and cargo environment during transit.

Manufacturing

Manufacturing industries utilize RFID ICs for asset tracking and production line management. RF Access ICs control access to production facilities, while Monitoring ICs ensure machinery operates within specified parameters, preventing downtime and ensuring safety.

Smart Cities

In smart city initiatives, RFID ICs are used for public transportation ticketing and waste management. RF Access ICs manage access to public facilities, while Monitoring ICs gather data on environmental conditions, contributing to urban planning and sustainability efforts.