DIYables RFID Kit
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Quick Overview
This DIYables RFID kit includes an RC522 reader module with original Philips MFRC522 chip, 1 white S50 RFID card, and 2 key fobs for Arduino, ESP32, ESP8266, and Raspberry Pi projects. The kit operates at 13.56MHz frequency using SPI interface with 3.3V power supply.
The RC522 reader provides reliable contactless tag reading up to several centimeters range. Includes both straight and right-angle pin headers for flexible mounting options. The 3 RFID tags (1 card and 2 key fobs) enable testing multiple user scenarios in access control, attendance tracking, and security applications.
Ideal for building access control systems, smart locks, attendance tracking, security projects, inventory management, and educational RFID/NFC projects. The ISO 14443A protocol ensures compatibility with standard RFID applications.
Key Features
- Complete Starter Kit — Includes RC522 reader, 1 RFID card, 2 key fobs, 2 pin headers
- Original MFRC522 Chip — Genuine Philips MFRC522 for reliable performance
- 13.56MHz Frequency — ISO 14443A protocol standard
- SPI Interface — Fast communication with microcontrollers
- 3.3V Operation — Compatible with 3.3V and 5V microcontroller systems
- Flexible Mounting — Includes straight and right-angle pin headers
- 3 RFID Tags — 1 white S50 card and 2 key fobs for testing
- Universal Platform Support — Arduino, ESP32, ESP8266, Raspberry Pi compatible
- Contactless Reading — Read RFID tags from several centimeters away
- Tutorial Support — Comprehensive guides for all major platforms
- Versatile Applications — Access control, attendance tracking, security, smart locks, inventory
SPECIFICATION
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Type | RFID Reader Starter Kit |
| Chip | Original Philips MFRC522 |
| Operating Frequency | 13.56MHz |
| Protocol | ISO 14443A |
| Interface | SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) |
| Power Supply | +3.3V DC |
| Kit Contents | 1x RC522 reader, 1x S50 white RFID card, 2x RFID key fobs, 1x straight pin header, 1x right-angle pin header |
| Reading Range | Up to several centimeters (contactless) |
| Tag Type | S50 RFID card and key fobs |
| Compatibility | Arduino, ESP32, ESP8266, Raspberry Pi, 3.3V/5V microcontrollers |
| Applications | Access control, attendance tracking, security systems, smart locks, inventory management, educational projects |
PACKAGE
A package includes:
- 1 x RC522 RFID Reader Module
- 1 x S50 White RFID Card (RFID tag)
- 2 x RFID Key Ring (RFID tag)
- 1 x straight pin header
- 1 x right-angle pin header
Tutorials
COMPATIBLE HARDWARE
- Arduino boards (UNO, Mega, Nano, etc.) — SPI interface with 3.3V logic or level shifter
- Arduino Uno R4 WiFi/Minima — SPI pins with 3.3V compatibility
- ESP32 development boards — Native 3.3V SPI interface
- ESP8266 boards (NodeMCU, Wemos D1, etc.) — 3.3V SPI compatible
- Raspberry Pi (all models) — SPI interface on GPIO pins
- Arduino Nano ESP32 — SPI with 3.3V logic
- Any 3.3V microcontroller with SPI — Direct connection
- 5V microcontrollers — Use with level shifter for 3.3V SPI communication
- Access control systems — Door locks, security gates
- Attendance systems — Time tracking, check-in/check-out
