NXP Semiconductors Near Field Communication (NFC) Solutions

NFC is a specialized subset of RF Identification (RFID). It operates at 13.56MHz and performs many of the same functions as RFID tags and contactless smartcards.

NFC can use a Passive or Active communication scheme. In the Passive scheme, the initiating device provides power to the target device. This feature saves energy and allows the use of a target device without its power source. In the Active scheme, both devices require power, but more sophisticated interactions can occur.

When adding NFC to a design, there are three options: NFC Frontends, which provide just the NFC function; NFC Controllers, which combine the NFC Frontend with a microcontroller; and NFC Connected Tag ICs, which are passive microchips used in smart NFC tags.

NXP NFC Frontend Solutions

NXP NFC Frontend Solutions, which works seamlessly with the NFC Reader Library, is a flexible and straightforward way to add NFC to a system. NFC Frontends are designed to work with an existing controller while providing the NPC functionality to an application.

NXP CLRC663 Plus is a high-performance, multi-protocol NFC Frontend offering full RF standard compliance. With its low 2.5V to 5.5V supply voltage range, the CLRC6630 Plus is ideal for low-power applications.
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NXP MFRC630 is a high-performance Frontend designed to support ISO/IEC 14443A/MIFARE®, and NTAG®read/write modes.
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NXP SLRC610 is a high-performance, multi-protocol Frontend supporting vicinity protocols according to ISO/IEC15693, EPC UID, and ISO/IEC 18000-3 mode 3/ EPC Class-1 HF.
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NXP NFC Frontend Development Tools

NXP Semiconductors OM26630FDK Development Kit is designed to demonstrate the functionality of the CLRC663 Plus NFC Frontend and facilitate faster project development.

The OM26630FDK Development Kit includes a CLEV6630 Board fully supported by the NFC Cockpit and the NFC Reader Library optimized for Access Management applications. It also contains three small matching PCB antennas for custom antenna matching circuit implementation, NFC sample cards based on NTAG216F (NFC Forum Type 2 tag) and MIFARE DESFire® EV2, and 10 CLRC663 Plus samples.
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NXP Semiconductors OM26630 Evaluation Board enables designers to evaluate the CLRC663 NFC Frontend quickly. It features an integrated NXP LPC1769 MCU, a simple integrated antenna design, and the NFC Cockpit tool. Users can connect an antenna and use the NFC Cockpit to optimize antenna tuning and customize registers and settings. This information can be stored in the CLRC663 EEPROM or ported into an XML file, allowing developers to manage and exchange different user or antenna configurations.

The source code examples of the NFC Reader Library can be used to develop an own application directly on the LPC1769 or can serve as a starting point for porting the NFC Library to any other microcontroller platform.

NXP Semiconductors OM29263ADK NFC Antenna Development Kit has two PCB-based, ready-to-use, pre-matched antennas for use with the OM26630FDK Development Kit.

The OM29263ADK PCB also includes eight additional matching boards. The OM29263ADK Antenna Kit is designed to be easily broken off into ten individual boards. Each board provides the same connector, allowing easy connection to the OM26630 Development Kit.

NXP NFC Controller Solutions

NXP NFC Controller solutions enable higher integration with fewer components since the solution combines an NFC frontend with an advanced 32-bit microcontroller. Options include integrated firmware for an easy, standardized interface or a freely programmable microcontroller with the ability to load fully-custom applications.

NFC Controllers with Integrated Firmware enable developers working in Linux, Windows, or Android environments to get a head start on a system design. NFC Controllers with Customizable Firmware allow designers to use privately-developed software to create a fully-tailored, one-of-a-kind application.

NXP PN7150 is a high-performance, Plug and Play NFC Controller designed for easy integration into any environment, reducing Bill of Material (BOM) size and cost. These controllers offer complete hardware and software compatibility, supporting Linux, Android, Windows IoT, RTOS, and NullOS. The NXP PN7150 features a flexible host interface and supports all NFC operating modes.
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NXP N7462, PN7362, and PN7360 are 32-bit ARM Cortex-M0-based NFC Microcontrollers offering high performance and low power consumption. These devices provide all-in-one solutions, with features such as NFC, Microcontroller, optional contact smartcard reader, and software in a single chip. Onboard flash memory can be loaded with fully-custom applications, allowing complete developer control over the final design.
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NXP NFC Controller Development Tools

NXP OM27462CDKP Development Kit is a flexible and easy-to-use Controller Development Kit for the PN7462 Controller family. The OM27462CDKP contains a PNEV7462C Board, fully supported by the NFC Cockpit and the NFC Reader Library, with a 65mm x 65mm antenna optimized for EMVCo applications and a 30mm x 50mm antenna optimized for Access Management applications. The OM27462CDKP includes many application examples in source code to kickstart software development. The PNEV7462C Board is also offered separately.
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NXP NFC Connected Tag Solutions

NXP NFC Connected Tag Solutions offer a completely passive solution for NFC interaction with electronic devices. These low-power devices harvest energy from the reader RF field, so no external power sources are required. In addition, NFC's limited field of operation prevents data snooping from a distance, making applications more secure.

NXP NT3H1101, NT3H1201, NT3H211, and NT3H221 NTAG I²C Plus Connected NFC TAG Solutions combine a passive NFC interface with a contact I²C interface. These devices are designed to be a fast and low-cost solution for adding tap-and-go connectivity and supporting Energy Harvesting.
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NXP NFC TAG Development Tools

NXP OM5569-NT322F NTAG I²C plus Flex Kit is an add-on kit to the NTAG I²C plus Explorer Kit. The NTAG I²C plus Flex Kit includes a Class 4, a Class 5, and a Class 6 flex antenna. This kit also contains 10 SO8 samples of the NXP NTAG I²C Plus IC. These antennas may be used with the NTAG I²C plus Explorer Kit OM5569-NT322E (to be used with NFC-enabled smartphone) or OM5569-NT322ER (with an additional reader and PC application).
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