Need hardware that can read or encode the exact chip family you plan to deploy?
Stock SKU. Custom tooling from 2,000 pcs.
Standard; rush possible on request.
Stock samples via DHL / FedEx.
Use this hardware when the project needs enrollment, encoding, or compatibility testing around a specific chip family and interface. Confirm protocol support, SDK expectations, and deployment style before the shortlist is locked.
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Chip protocol, operating system, interface, and SDK expectations should all be clear before a reader sample is approved.
| Product Name | NFC Integrino N512 (Arduino-Compatible NFC Module) |
| MCU | ATmega32U |
| NFC Transceiver | NXP PN512 |
| Design | Pin-to-pin compatible with Arduino Nano |
| Operating Frequency | 13.56MHz (HF) |
| Compliance | ISO/IEC 14443 A/B, ISO 18092 (NFC) |
| Communication Speed | Up to 424 Kbit/s |
| Read Range | Up to 50 mm (0-1.97 in) |
| Supported Tags | MIFARE Mini, MIFARE Classic (1K/4K/EV1), MIFARE Ultralight/Ultralight C, MIFARE Plus (2K/4K/S/X/EV1), MIFARE DESFire (Light/2K/4K/8K/EV1/EV2), NTAG 21x (210/213/215/216/Tag Tamper), NTAG 4xx DNA (413/424), JCOP Java Card (J3A040/J3A081/J3H145/JC30M48CR), Jewel, FeliCa |
| NFC Modes | Read/Write, Card Emulation, Peer-to-Peer, APDU commands |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Supply Voltage | 5V |
| Supply Current | 150 mA (operating) |
| Dimensions | 51.3 x 23.9 x 20 mm |
| Weight | 26 g (device), 110 g (commercial set) |
| Arduino Library | MFRC522_PN512 (via Arduino Library Manager or GitHub) |
| Software Examples | GetCardInfo, GetCardUID, LEDCard, SendCardInfoToUSB, SendCardUIDToUSB |
| Supported Platforms | Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, iOS, Arduino, ESP32 |
| Warranty | 2-year standard |
Shortlist Logic
Hardware usually stays in consideration when it reduces integration risk and supports the exact credential workflow being planned.
Use Cases
Deployment context helps determine whether this hardware belongs at a desk, in a kiosk, in a gate, or inside a device.
build proof-of-concept NFC access control, payment, and authentication devices using familiar Arduino IDE and libraries
teach NFC/RFID fundamentals with hands-on Arduino-compatible hardware and documented example sketches
add NFC tap interactions to home automation, gaming, art installations, and personal electronics projects
bridge from prototype to low-volume production with a single board that scales from bench to embedded product
PN512 host card emulation mode enables development of NFC-based mobile payment and credential terminal prototypes
connect via UART to ESP32 for Wi-Fi/BLE-connected NFC reader nodes in distributed IoT sensing networks
NFC Integrino N512 vs µFR XL OEM — How To Choose
Both are NFC reader modules for embedding into custom hardware, but target fundamentally different integration scales. Integrino N512 is a small module with Arduino-compatible headers for IoT prototyping and MCU integration. µFR XL OEM is a complete full-size OEM board with extended antenna for production kiosks and furniture integration.
Option A Arduino-compat, ESP32 / MCU
Best for
Option B Full OEM, kiosk-ready long-range
Best for
Quick decision tip — For IoT prototyping or MCU projects where you're building on ESP32 / STM32 / Arduino, Integrino N512 (Option A) at 1/4 the cost drops directly onto the breadboard with standard header pins. For production kiosks and furniture needing 10-15 cm extended antenna reach, µFR XL OEM (Option B) is the complete OEM-ready board.
The NFC Integrino N512 at 51.3 x 23.9 x 20 mm is pin-to-pin compatible with Arduino Nano, allowing direct replacement on existing breadboard and PCB layouts. The ATmega32U microcontroller handles USB communication while the NXP PN512 manages all NFC operations. The integrated design eliminates the need for separate NFC shield modules, reducing project cost, wiring complexity, and physical size compared to traditional Arduino + NFC shield combinations.
The NFC Integrino N512 comes with web-based tools and example applications that run directly in the browser via Web Serial API. Developers can read card information, test NFC operations, and monitor tag events without installing any desktop software. The MFRC522_PN512 Arduino library is installable via the Arduino IDE Library Manager, with example sketches including GetCardInfo, GetCardUID, LEDCard, and USB serial data output ready to compile and upload in under 5 minutes.
The module's mechanical dimensions and pin header layout match Arduino Nano exactly: dual 15-pin headers at 2.54 mm pitch, USB connector on the short edge, and NFC antenna on the opposite end. Total height including pin headers is 20 mm. The PN512 NFC IC supports not just tag reading and writing but also card emulation mode and APDU command processing, enabling development of NFC terminal prototypes that emulate contactless payment cards.
The block diagram shows the internal architecture: ATmega32U provides USB HID and CDC interfaces to the host, while the NXP PN512 handles 13.56MHz RF communication via an integrated matching network and antenna. Supported platforms extend beyond Arduino IDE to include ESP32 (via UART bridge), Raspberry Pi, and any system that can communicate over USB serial. The module works with Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, and iOS host systems.
Supplier Fit
Once the format is right, most teams still need confidence in manufacturing control, sample support, and repeat-order reliability.
Quality-focused manufacturing and sample support for custom RFID projects.
RFID manufacturing experience across cards, tags, labels, wristbands and readers.
Test product compatibility before bulk purchasing and customization decisions.
Next Reading
Use these references when protocol fit, interface choice, and reader workflow still need to be validated before sampling.
Comparison Pages
These head-to-head pages help buyers compare chip, frequency, material or format decisions before they lock a sample plan for this product.
Commercial Fit
Most inquiry-ready visitors want to know whether this product matches their workflow, region and approval stage. These cues help them move faster without leaving the product page.
Usually need reader compatibility, interface clarity and sample hardware that matches the planned deployment.
Often looking for OEM-ready modules or development-friendly reader hardware with practical integration support.
Typically focused on workstation issuance, desktop testing and reader plus credential matching.
Quote Checklist
Market Notes
Desktop enrollment, access-control replacement and asset-reading workflows often require clear driver and interface expectations.
Reader projects commonly involve NFC development, kiosk integration and bundled supply with matching tags or cards.
Attendance, access-control and hospitality rollouts often prioritize simple deployment and dependable hardware pairing.
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Compare this optionBefore You Order
Five short reads on the procurement-side topics every B2B RFID buyer wants answered before signing a quote — MOQ thresholds, lead time reality, pricing transparency, sample policy, and how to audit a Chinese factory before your first order.
Buyer Questions
These FAQs cover the points that usually come up between a first shortlist and a real sample or quote request.
For NFC Integrino N512, the standard MOQ starts at 1 piece (for evaluation); 10+ for bulk order on stock SKUs. Custom shapes, molds or non-standard materials typically move MOQ to 2,000–5,000 pieces to cover tooling setup. Exact MOQ and unit pricing are quoted per project once chip, customization and packaging are confirmed.
Yes. Stock rfid readers samples of NFC Integrino N512 are typically free; we only ask buyers to cover DHL/FedEx express shipping. Samples ship in 1–3 business days after your order is confirmed and arrive in 2–5 days to most countries. Custom samples (new chip, new size, printed artwork) usually take 3–7 additional days.
Standard NFC Integrino N512 orders ship in 7–15 business days after PO confirmation and artwork approval. Large runs (>100k units) or orders with complex encoding / custom molds may take 15–25 business days. Rush production is available on request for time-sensitive launches; confirm MOQ and artwork early to protect the timeline.
Yes. NFC Integrino N512 supports end-to-end customization: full-color CMYK / silk-screen / UV printing, laser engraving, serial numbering, custom chip encoding (UID write, NDEF, sector locking), custom shape / size (subject to tooling MOQ), and packaging. Share your artwork, chip requirement and quantity and we will return a spec sheet + price within 24 hours.
Compatibility depends on the frequency band (LF 125 kHz / HF 13.56 MHz / UHF 860–960 MHz) and chip family used by your reader or installed system. Send a photo of your current card / reader model and we will recommend the matching chip + test a sample before bulk order.
RFIDAK operates under ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), audited by SGS. NFC Integrino N512 is subject to incoming material inspection, in-process QC at every lamination / bonding / encoding step, and 100% electrical performance testing before shipment. Products meet CE, FCC, RoHS and REACH as applicable by market. Full test reports are available on request for buyer audits.
Yes. NFC Integrino N512 ships with SDK and sample code (Windows / Linux / Android where applicable), plus USB-HID keyboard-emulation mode for zero-integration deployments. Request the developer bundle at inquiry stage and we will include it with the evaluation unit.
RFIDAK ships NFC Integrino N512 via DHL / FedEx / UPS (door-to-door, 3–5 days to most countries), air cargo (5–7 days for heavier orders), or sea freight (20–35 days for bulk over 500 kg). Standard Incoterms are EXW, FOB Shenzhen and DDP; choose based on customs clearance preferences. Commercial invoice, packing list and CoC / MSDS are included automatically.
For repeat buyers, RFIDAK locks tooling, artwork and chip encoding on file so subsequent POs ship faster — typically 5–10 business days for stock chip types at previously-run quantities. Price is adjusted transparently per chip market rate and FX movement; we flag any chip shortage (e.g., DESFire EV3) before quotation so the project plan stays realistic.
Key NFC Integrino N512 specs: frequency 13.56 MHz (HF); dimensions 51.3 x 23.9 x 20 mm. A full technical datasheet including read range, chip memory map, IP / temperature rating and compliance certificates is available on request; attach your reader model and target environment so we can confirm suitability before quoting.
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