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.
What buyers usually confirm first
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Chip protocol, operating system, interface, and SDK expectations should all be clear before a reader sample is approved.
| Product Name | FR Nano Online NFC Reader/Writer |
| Operating Frequency | 13.56MHz (HF) |
| Compliance | ISO/IEC 14443 Type A/B, ISO 18092 (NFC) |
| Communication Speed | Up to 424 Kbit/s |
| Read Range | 0-60 mm (0-2.36 in) |
| Supported Cards | NXP MIFARE Classic/Plus/Ultralight/DESFire EV1-EV3, NTAG 21x, NTAG 4xx DNA, JCOP Java Card, SmartMX |
| Connectivity | USB, Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n), BLE 4.2, Ethernet (variant), UART, RS232, external NFC reader port |
| Network Protocols | UDP, TCP, HTTP, HTTPS, WebSocket (WS/WSS), MQTT |
| Operating Modes | Slave Mode, Master Mode (HTTP POST), BLE HID Mode, Log and Access Control Mode (optional) |
| Hardware Variations | Wi-Fi (USB+Wi-Fi+BLE), GPIO (USB+Wi-Fi+BLE+GPIO), Ethernet (USB+Wi-Fi+BLE+Ethernet+GPIO) |
| GPIO | 4-pin (GPIO variant and Ethernet variant) |
| Supply Voltage | 5V DC |
| Supply Current | 200-500 mA (operating) |
| Dimensions | 86 x 27 x 9 mm |
| Weight | 28 g (device), 119 g (commercial set) |
| Built-in Features | RTC (Real Time Clock), external EEPROM, RGB LEDs, piezo beeper, external NFC reader port |
| SDK | Free Java, JavaScript, Node.js, PHP, Python, Arduino IDE, Lazarus, Borland Delphi, C++ WxWidgets, MS.NET (C#, VB.NET, C++.NET) |
| Firmware Updates | Free regular updates available for download |
| Certification | CE |
| Warranty | 2-year standard (3 or 5-year options) |
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.
Wi-Fi-connected readers at door points push card events to cloud-based access management platforms in real time
Ethernet-connected readers enable NFC tap-to-pay at vending machines without PC middleware
BLE HID mode sends card UID to tablet-based reception kiosks for visitor badge verification
GPIO triggers external relays, sensors, or PLCs on authenticated card tap events at workstations
Wi-Fi readers at unmanned facilities push timestamped access records to central monitoring dashboards
MQTT-connected readers feed real-time tap events to SaaS workforce management platforms
µFR Nano Online vs µFR Classic CS — How To Choose
Both are µFR-family NFC readers but differ fundamentally in connectivity. µFR Nano Online connects directly to cloud via WiFi / Ethernet with MQTT. Remote readers feeding SaaS platforms. µFR Classic CS is a traditional desktop reader connecting to a local PC via USB — offline-capable, IT-department-friendly. Different IT strategy, different reader.
Option A WiFi / Ethernet, MQTT cloud-native
Best for
Option B USB desktop, offline-capable
Best for
Quick decision tip — If the reader feeds a cloud / SaaS platform directly without a local PC (workforce SaaS, IoT dashboards, multi-site distribution), Nano Online (Option A) at 2x cost eliminates local PC dependency. If the reader integrates with existing on-premise software (hotel PMS, access control server, in-office enrollment), Classic CS (Option B) via USB is the lower-cost traditional choice that IT teams are comfortable deploying.
The base FR Nano Online variant combines USB, Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n), and Bluetooth Low Energy 4.2 in a single 86 x 27 x 9 mm enclosure weighing 28 g. Wi-Fi enables direct HTTP/HTTPS and MQTT communication with cloud services. In Master Mode, the reader autonomously POSTs card UID and data to a configured server endpoint on each tap no host PC required at the read point. BLE HID mode sends card UID as keystrokes to paired mobile devices.
The GPIO variant adds a 4-pin general-purpose I/O port to the Wi-Fi + BLE base, enabling the reader to trigger external relays, solenoids, LEDs, or sensor inputs on authenticated card tap events. This version is ideal for standalone access control points, industrial automation triggers, and IoT sensor nodes where a card tap must directly control physical hardware without middleware.
The Ethernet variant adds a wired 10/100 Ethernet port and GPIO to the Wi-Fi + BLE base, providing the most reliable network connectivity for mission-critical installations where Wi-Fi is not permitted or not reliable enough. Enterprise IT departments prefer the Ethernet version for corporate access control deployments where network security policies require wired connections and PoE (Power over Ethernet) reduces cabling to a single run.
All FR Nano Online variants share a standardized pin header layout for USB, UART, RS232, and GPIO connections. The pin diagram shows the physical connector positions and signal assignments for OEM integration. Built-in features across all versions include a Real Time Clock (RTC) for timestamped card events, external EEPROM for local data storage, RGB LED indicators for status feedback, and a piezo beeper for audible confirmation.
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 µFR Nano Online NFC Reader, 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 µFR Nano Online NFC Reader 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 µFR Nano Online NFC Reader 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. µFR Nano Online NFC Reader 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. µFR Nano Online NFC Reader 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. µFR Nano Online NFC Reader 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 µFR Nano Online NFC Reader 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 µFR Nano Online NFC Reader specs: frequency 13.56 MHz (HF); dimensions 86 x 27 x 9 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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