µFR Classic: NFC RFID Reader Writer with FREE SDK

$63.00

µFR Classic NFC RFID Reader/Writer – The Perfect Solution for NFC & RFID Development

The µFR Classic NFC RFID Reader/Writer is the pioneering product of Digital Logic’s µFR Series. Designed to meet the needs of IT professionals and hobbyists, this device offers unparalleled functionality for developing custom RFID and NFC solutions. Operating at 13.56 MHz and fully compliant with ISO14443 A&B and ISO18092 standards, it supports a wide range of RFID and NFC tags, cards, and devices.


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µFR Classic: NFC RFID Reader Writer with FREE SDK

NFC RFID contactless reader/writer µFR Classic is the first product in Digital Logic’s µFR Series of reader/writer hardware based on NFC and RFID technologies. It works at a 13.56 MHz frequency and complies with ISO14443 A, B, and ISO18092 standards.

This NFC module is a professional tool for IT businesses and individuals developing RFID NFC solutions. It comes with free SDK source code examples, cross-platform libraries, upgradeable firmware, and a well-documented API and communication protocol.
A well-documented API and communication protocol are included, along with free SDK source code examples, cross-platform libraries, upgradeable firmware, etc.

This NFC device is fully equipped and NFC compliant. It has USB, UART (TTL), or RS232 connectivity options. Thanks to its well-documented API, software SDK, cross-platform libraries, firmware upgrades, and strong technical support, it’s the go-to tool for developing any unique RFID NFC project.

  • NFC Reader Writer – µFR Classic
  • ISO14443 Type A & B, ISO18092 Card Programmer

In addition to the final product in an attractively designed and customizable housing, the µFR Classic RFID NFC reader/writer is also available as an OEM NFC RFID module with a connector of the customer’s choosing.

Docs and Software Download

  • API Docs
  • Software
  • Firmware
  • COM Protocol
  • Libraries
  • CE Certificate

Who is it for?

µFR Classic RFID NFC reader is primarily intended for development companies and individuals (professionals and hobbyists) to develop further applications and turnkey solutions. For this reason, it comes with a fully featured Software Development Kit, including firmware, libraries, source code examples, and documentation for various platforms, operating systems, and development environments. We frequently launch upgrades (including firmware, libraries, and API), all available to download at our official website for FREE.

In addition to the facts mentioned above, our free, extensive, and fast-responsive support brings RFID NFC Reader Writer – µFR Classic to an outstanding position in this industry sector.

NFC RFID Reader/Writer µFR Classic - Development tool with free SDK in all major programming languages

Hardware

This RFID NFC reader’s RF communication is based on its robust, highly integrated NXP IC interface. The device operates on HF 13.56 MHz and successfully communicates with cards, labels, wristbands, and tags of the ISO/IEC 14443 A, ISO/IEC 14443 B, and ISO/IEC 18092 standards. With outstanding modulation and demodulation concepts and many integrated 13.56 MHz contactless communication protocols, this device implementation becomes reliable and straightforward for every RFID NFC solution developer.

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Both hardware and software are fully developed, tested, and successfully implemented with MIFARE®, NTAG21x, NTAG 4xx DNA, and JCOP family cards/tags:

  • MIFARE Mini®,
  • MIFARE Classic® (1K, 4K, EV1),
  • MIFARE Ultralight®,
  • MIFARE Ultralight C®,
  • MIFARE Plus® (2K, 4K),
  • MIFARE DESFire® (Light, 2K, 4K, 8K, EV1, EV2),
  • NXP NTAG® 21x (210, 213, 215, 216, Tag Tamper),
  • NXP NTAG® 4xx DNA (413, 424),
  • NXP JCOP® Java Card (J3A040, J3A081, J3H145, JC30M48CR).

This tool also supports all other tags compatible with the list above. This RFID device also has a built-in Crypto1® algorithm and secure non-volatile internal key memory storage for better security. The USB 2.0 Full Speed compatible interface provides communication with the host. Data transfer rates are limited from 9600 baud to 1 Mbaud for integrity and security reasons. This NFC RFID Reader can also act as a serial interface device using FTDI’s Virtual COM port (VCP) drivers. Even though the supported technologies list is already extensive, our development team constantly works on product improvements and upgrades, keeping up with global trends in this technology.

  • This RFID model is also available as an OEM NFC module.
  • The audible (speaker) and 2 RGB LEDs visible indicators are built-in and completely user-controllable.

Firmware

Digital Logic’s proprietary interoperable firmware runs on all MCU platform-based µFR Series hardware. The reader and the host communicate through the high-speed FTDI chip’s direct access. At the core, on the communication level, the device uses a unique proprietary communication protocol from Digital Logic. µFR Series firmware contains many complex built-in functions that can be called via libraries explained in API docs.

Most of the functions are developed to make “life easier” for developers and integrators by decreasing their development time, such as:

  • Support for multiple RFID NFC readers on a single host.
  • The whole set of commands for MIFARE Classic® manipulation according to the manufacturer’s specification
  • Various addressing schemes (Block, BlockInSector)
  • The key storage handling(one way, write only, no reading of stored keys)
  • Various key applying modes (by index or scheme)
  • Value block manipulation
  • Using the entire memory structure as linear space ( convenient for most card types)
  • NFC tags handling, NDEF format parsing in firmware
  • AES128 “on the fly” built-in hardware encryption, which is extremely important for working with complex DESFire security keys
  • AES128 encryption of files and keys in DESFire cards
  • MIFARE Plus support
  • MIFARE Ultralight C support
  • APDU command structure support, where applicable (ISO 14443-4 layer)
  • Asynchronous UID sending from reader to host COM port when a card is present – the feature is user-programmable.

The μFR Firmware key feature is the ability to call all its functions using our communication protocol. Therefore, implementing the μFR device on almost any platform with a serial interface is possible using the communication protocol.

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Supported platforms include:

  • PC
  • Tablet
  • Smartphone
  • Embedded systems
  • Raspberry Pi and other compatible Single Board Computers
  • Beagleboard
  • MIPS boards
  • PLCs
  • Arduino.

Frequent firmware updates include new features, improvements, and bug fixes while preserving backward compatibility with the previous versions. Accordingly, the project code and developed software are safe, so there is no need to make changes after a firmware upgrade.

All firmware updates and upgrades are FREE and available at the Digital Logic official GitLab repository.

Software Development Kit

This RFID NFC reader’s RF communication is based on its robust, highly integrated NXP IC interface. The device operates on HF 13.56 MHz and successfully communicates with cards, labels, wristbands, and tags of the ISO/IEC 14443 A, ISO/IEC 14443 B, and ISO/IEC 18092 standards.

Libraries are cross-compiled for various platforms and so far support:

  • Windows x86/x64
  • Windows ARM/UWP
  • Linux x86/x64
  • Linux ARM/ARM64/ARMHF
  • macOS x64
  • Android
  • Arduino
  • ESP32.

Our team is ready to develop additional libraries upon client request. The speed at which the request is realized depends on our current project plans and eventual partnership agreement.

All examples are written for all major developing platforms and languages.

Our team is ready to develop additional SDK examples in other programming languages upon client requests. The speed at which requests are realized depends on our current project plans and eventual partnership agreement.

The package includes handy SDK source code software and executable apps. Some of these are:

  • MIFARE Classic® (1k, 4k, EV1) cards and tags programming software
  • MIFARE® DESFire® (Light, 2k, 4k, 8k, EV1, EV2) cards and tags programming software
  • MIFARE PLUS® (2k, 4k) cards and tags programming software
  • MIFARE Ultralight® (EV1) cards and tags programming software
  • MIFARE Ultralight® C cards and tags programming software
  • NTAG® (2xx, DNA, Tag Tamper) cards and tags programming software
  • Application for common NDEF messages creating and writing into NFC tags
  • Credit card reading app (public data only)
  • Formatter – software tool for card/tag formatting and programming
  • uFR2FileSystem and uFR2File Lite – Keyboard simulation app, with data reading, data parsing into several formats, and sending data to MySQL database via HTTP
  • uFR Shell – Shell-like environment for easy testing and automation
  • Browser extensions (add-ons) for Chrome, Firefox, and Opera
  • Application for reading ePassports (Machine Readable Travel Documents)
  • Digital Signing app
  • APDU commands sending software
  • JCOP cards programming software.

We are open to custom development requirements based on specific customer needs. Feel free to contact us with any questions or for further assistance regarding your projects and implementation.

µFR Classic NFC RFID Reader Writer hardware features

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/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), 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
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; Optional: Buzzer, Real-time Clock (RTC), EEPROM
Certification  CE, RoHS
Accessories Cards, key-fobs, labels, wristbands, tags

Size and Weight

Model Dimensions (mm) Device Commercial Set
µFR Classic 150 x 83 x 30 102 g 248 g
µFR Classic CS OEM 84 x 50 x 5 17 g 103 g

Warranty: 24 Months

Key Features

  • Multi-Platform Compatibility: Works seamlessly on Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, and embedded systems like Raspberry Pi, Beagleboard, Arduino, and more.
  • Robust Connectivity Options: Choose between USB, UART (TTL), and RS232 interfaces.
  • Broad Card/Tag Support: Fully compatible with MIFARE® (Classic, Ultralight, Plus, DESFire), NTAG® (21x, 4xx DNA), JCOP Java Cards, and other ISO/IEC 14443 A/B and ISO18092 tags.
  • Powerful Development Tools: This package includes a comprehensive SDK with free firmware upgrades, cross-platform libraries, API documentation, and source code examples.

Outstanding Developer Support

The µFR Classic simplifies development with:

  • Built-in AES128 encryption for secure key management and DESFire card manipulation.
  • Pre-programmed support for multiple readers on a single host.
  • NDEF record management, APDU commands, and card UID transmission.
  • Free software tools for card formatting, programming, and integration with MySQL databases.

Flexible Applications

This NFC reader is ideal for a wide range of use cases, including:

  • Access control systems
  • Cashless payments
  • Digital content management
  • Public transport terminals
  • Event visitor tracking
  • Library and museum management

Package Includes

  • Development tools and SDKs for multiple programming languages (C#, Java, Python, PHP, etc.).
  • Detailed documentation, firmware updates, and software tools are FREE to download from the Digital Logic GitLab repository.
  • Free technical support, with premium options available for faster response times.

Unmatched Quality and Innovation

Powered by an NXP IC interface, the µFR Classic combines high-frequency communication reliability with cutting-edge encryption and card compatibility. Its user-controllable RGB LEDs and audible indicators enhance usability for various environments.

Take your NFC projects to the next level with the µFR Classic—backed by industry-leading technology and unparalleled support.

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Digital Logic’s business growth has been based on research, technology development, manufacturing, and implementation of self-developed electronic devices for more than a half-century. As a result, our team gained valuable experience and gained the trust of our customers. As a result, we now proudly supply many companies worldwide. Our primary product line includes high-quality, advanced NFC RFID Reader modules with SDK software. All solutions are available as finished goods or as OEM.

Furthermore, the Reader/Writer development kits include a free Software Development Kit (SDK) and source-code software examples in the most popular programming languages. SDK updates and new source code software examples are always free. Furthermore, our excellent technical support is always available to walk clients through the project and deployment process from start to finish.

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