DIYables RFID kit with 1 RC522 Reader, 1 RFID key fob, 5 RFID cards for Arduino, ESP32, ESP8266, Raspberry Pi

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Quick Overview

This DIYables RFID kit includes an RC522 reader module with original Philips MFRC522 chip, 5 white S50 RFID cards, and 1 key fob 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 card reading up to several centimeters range. Includes both straight and right-angle pin headers for flexible mounting options. The 5 RFID cards and 1 key fob 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 RFID Kit — Includes RC522 reader, 5 RFID cards, 1 key fob, 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
  • Multiple Tags — 5 white S50 RFID cards and 1 key fob 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 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, 5x S50 white RFID cards, 1x RFID key fob, 1x straight pin header, 1x right-angle pin header
Reading Range Up to several centimeters (contactless)
Tag Type S50 RFID cards and key fob
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:

Qty Items
1 RC522 RFID Reader Module
5 S50 White RFID Card (RFID tag)
1 RFID Key Fob (RFID tag)
1 straight pin header
1 right-angle pin header

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