µFR Nano NFC RFID Reader Writer USB, UART or RS232 Smart Card Encoder + FREE SDK
µFR Nano is an NFC RFID smart card reader/writer provided with a free SDK and API, manufactured by Digital Logic Ltd. It operates at 13.56 MHz HF frequency and supports ISO14443 A/B and ISO18092 standards. µFR Nano is a professional NFC development tool with a fully-featured free SDK, well-documented API, and comprehensive technical support. Furthermore, the software support includes numerous plug-and-play apps, making it an excellent choice for end-users. It has USB, UART (TTL), or RS232 connectivity options.
Specifications and Compatibility:
- Supported standards: ISO14443 Type A & B, ISO18092.
- Connectivity: Available with USB, UART (TTL), or RS232 options.
- Operating Frequency: HF 13.56 MHz, ensuring compatibility with various cards, labels, wristbands, and tags.
- Software: FREE SDK software for developers
- Supported Cards and Tags: MIFARE®, NTAG21x, NTAG 4xx DNA, JCOP family cards/tags, and other compatible tags.
- Security Features: Supports advanced security algorithms and secure memory storage.
Software and Applications: The µFR Nano comes with free SDK projects, including compiled software examples suitable for end-users. These tools are designed for final implementation, system integration, hardware setup, streamlining development, and enhancing user experience.
- SDK Projects: Comprehensive Software Development Kit with cross-platform libraries, source code examples, and detailed API references.
- API and COM Protocol Documentation: Extensive technical documentation, hardware manuals, installation guides, functional schemes, and a knowledge base for thorough understanding and integration.
- Supported Programming Languages: Java, JavaScript, Node JS, PHP, Lazarus, Borland Delphi, C, C++, Borland Builder, C++ WxWidgets, Microsoft® Visual .NET family (C++.NET, C++ .NET, VB.NET), Python, Arduino IDE.
- Firmware Upgrades: Regular updates are available for free download, ensuring the device remains up-to-date with the latest advancements.
Typical Applications: The µFR Nano is ideal for building payment systems, access control, time attendance, inventory management, public transport systems, vending machines, and customer loyalty systems.
The uFR Nano device is certified by the following Directives:
- 2004/108/EC – The Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
- 1999/5/EC – R&TTE Directive
- 2006/95/EC – Low Voltage Directive (LVD)
- 2013/35/EU – The Electromagnetic Fields (EMF) Directive
- 2011/65/EU – RoHS2 Directive, the following standards were applied:
EMC: EN 55022:2010 + AC:2011
- EN 55024:2010
- EN 301 489-1 V1.9.2:2011
- EN 301 489-3 V1.6.1:2013
- RF: EN 300 330-2 V1.6.1
- LVD: EN 60950-1:2006 + A1:2010 + A2:2013
- EMF: EN 50364:2010
Warranty and Support: Each µFR Nano is backed by a standard 2-year warranty, with options for extended 3-year or 5-year warranties. Digital Logic’s team offers extensive technical support for smooth integration and troubleshooting.
Downloads:
- API Documentation: Emailed upon purchase.
- µFR COM Protocol
- SDKs with compiled software examples
- Firmware
- COM Protocol
- Libraries
- Video Tutorial
Hardware Specifications:
| Feature | Description |
| Operating frequency | 13.56 MHz |
| Read range | Operating distance is 0-60mm (0”-2.36”), depending on the antenna geometry and reader configuration |
| Read and write speed | Up to 424 kbps |
| Supply current | 150mA (operating) |
| Supply voltage | 5V |
| Supported cards and tags | MIFARE® family: MIFARE Mini®, MIFARE Classic® (1K, 4K, EV1), MIFARE Ultralight®, MIFARE Ultralight C®, MIFARE PLUS® (2K, 4K, S, X, EV1), MIFARE DESFire® (Light, 2K, 4K, 8K, EV1, EV2)
NTAG® family: NXP NTAG® 2xx Type 2 (210, 213, 215, 216 Tag Tamper), NXP NTAG® 4xx DNA Type 4 (413, 424) SmartMX® family: NXP JCOP® Java Card (J3A040, J3A081, J3H145, JC30M48CR) |
| Connection and power supply | USB port, RS232, UART (TTL) |
| Software | Library and SDK for Java, Java Applet, JavaScript, Node JS extensions, Lazarus, Borland Delphi, C, C++ + + Builder, C++ WxWidgets, Microsoft® Visual C++ .NET, Microsoft® Visual C #, Microsoft® Visual Basic .NET, PHP, Python, and Arduino IDE examples |
| Supported Operating Systems | Microsoft® Windows™, Linux®, macOS, Android |
| Supported platforms | Windows x86/x64, Windows ARM/UWP, Linux x86/x64, Linux ARM/ARM64/ARMHF, macOS x64, iOS x64, Android, Arduino, ESP32 |
| Smart Card Interface | ISO14443 Type A & B, ISO18092 |
| Related Equipment | USB cable, Free software download |
| Certificates | CE, RoHS |
| Accessories | Cards, key-fobs, labels, wristbands, tags |
Size and Weight
| Model | Dimensions (mm) | Device | Commercial Set |
| µFR Nano | 86 x 27 x 8 | 26 g | 110 g |
| µFR Nano OEM | 86 x 27 x 5 | 10 g | 95 g |
| uFR Nano UART | 87 x 27 x 5 | 11 g | 80 g |
The documentation contains a detailed explanation of the API and communication protocol references.









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