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These NFC readers are currently confirmed to work with | These NFC readers are currently confirmed to work with Zaparoo. | ||
We currently recommend the [[NFC Readers#PN532 NFC USB Module - Type C|PN532 NFC USB Module - Type C]] if you're looking for a cheap and no-solder NFC reader. | |||
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== PN532 NFC USB Module - Type C == | == PN532 NFC USB Module - Type C == | ||
[[File:PN532 Type C.jpg|thumb|A PN532 USB-C module]] | |||
* Plug and play. | * Plug and play. | ||
* Great price starting at around $ | * Great price starting at around $5 USD. | ||
* Has the same level of support as all other PN532 based readers. | * Has the same level of support as all other PN532 based readers. | ||
* USB type C plug. | * USB type C plug. | ||
* Very small size. | * Very small size. | ||
* Does not come with a case, but fits in currently available community cases. | * Does not come with a case, but fits in currently available community cases. | ||
=== Where To Buy === | === Where To Buy === | ||
Can be bought directly from Elechouse. | Can be bought directly from [https://www.elechouse.com/product/pn532-nfc-usb-module/ Elechouse]. | ||
Clones are also available on AliExpress by searching for "pn532 type c" or "pcr532". | Clones are also available on AliExpress by searching for "pn532 type c" or "pcr532". | ||
* AliExpress (China) - Allinbest Store | * [https://www.aliexpress.us/item/1005006326438326.html AliExpress (China) - Allinbest Store] | ||
* AliExpress (China) - MI YU KOUNG Official Store | * [https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005005262748046.html AliExpress (China) - MI YU KOUNG Official Store] | ||
== ACR122U == | |||
''See: [[ACR122U]]'' | |||
== PN532 Module == | == PN532 Module == | ||
[[File:PN532 module.jpg|thumb|Standalone PN532 NFC module]] | |||
{{Warn|The PN532 module is not a ready-to-use reader, it's a bare PCB module intended for custom projects. It can used directly with Zaparoo via a USB to serial adapter.}} | |||
* Very cheap price, starting at around $3 USD. | * Very cheap price, starting at around $3 USD. | ||
* Small footprint and is great for custom projects. | * Small footprint and is great for custom projects. | ||
* High quality modules have excellent short and long range reading (up to 5cm without interference). | * High quality modules have excellent short and long range reading (up to 5cm without interference). | ||
* Plug and play when paired with a USB to serial adapter (UART). | * Plug and play when paired with a USB to serial adapter (UART). | ||
* Has no case and will not function at all without | * Has no case and will not function at all without additional components. | ||
* Build quality can be very variable depending on vendor, resulting in non-functioning modules or poor read range. | * Build quality can be very variable depending on vendor, resulting in non-functioning modules or poor read range. | ||
* Requires soldering equipment (but is a great beginner project). | * Requires soldering equipment (but is a great beginner project). | ||
=== Known Issues === | === Known Issues === | ||
Build quality and shipping of these modules can vary a lot between vendors. In general they are | Build quality and shipping of these modules can vary a lot between vendors. In general they are OK, but be cautious about choosing the cheapest possible option. | ||
Some modules may use low quality inductors connecting the antenna. This can result in a module that appears to function fine, but has extremely poor read range. It is possible to replace the inductors with new ones that are to spec. | Some modules may use low quality inductors connecting the antenna. This can result in a module that appears to function fine, but has extremely poor read range. It is possible to replace the inductors with new ones that are to spec. | ||
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=== Where To Buy === | === Where To Buy === | ||
Can be bought directly from Elechouse. | Can be bought directly from [https://www.elechouse.com/product/pn532-nfc-rfid-module-v4/ Elechouse]. | ||
The PN532 module is extremely common in the hobby electronics space and very easy to find. You can search for "PN532 module" on sites such as Amazon, eBay and AliExpress, or check out your local hobby electronics shops and websites. | The PN532 module is extremely common in the hobby electronics space and very easy to find. You can search for "PN532 module" on sites such as Amazon, eBay and AliExpress, or check out your local hobby electronics shops and websites. | ||
* AliExpress (China) - JIAQISHENG JQS Official Store | * [https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005002755983375.html AliExpress (China) - JIAQISHENG JQS Official Store] | ||
* AliExpress (China) - TENSTAR ROBOT Store | * [https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005005973913526.html AliExpress (China) - TENSTAR ROBOT Store] | ||
== DIY Reader == | |||
[[File:DIY Reader.jpg|thumb|Zaparoo DIY Reader]] | |||
The DIY NFC Reader is a Zaparoo community project aiming to offer a high quality and reliable reader at a low price, which is guaranteed to work with Zaparoo software. | |||
* Can be built yourself with the [[DIY Reader|DIY NFC Reader Build Guide]]! | |||
* Plug and play. | |||
* Depending on vendor and batch size, comes at a very competitive price compared to [[ACR122U]]. | |||
* Very small footprint with case. | |||
* Used by other Zaparoo projects as a base. | |||
Internally, this reader uses a [[PN532]] module and has all the same pros and cons associated with it. Having trusted vendors for this reader means none of the quality related issues with the module should be of concern. | |||
See the [[Vendors]] page for where to buy it. | |||
Latest revision as of 02:35, 1 December 2024
These NFC readers are currently confirmed to work with Zaparoo.
We currently recommend the PN532 NFC USB Module - Type C if you're looking for a cheap and no-solder NFC reader.
PN532 NFC USB Module - Type C
- Plug and play.
- Great price starting at around $5 USD.
- Has the same level of support as all other PN532 based readers.
- USB type C plug.
- Very small size.
- Does not come with a case, but fits in currently available community cases.
Where To Buy
Can be bought directly from Elechouse.
Clones are also available on AliExpress by searching for "pn532 type c" or "pcr532".
ACR122U
See: ACR122U
PN532 Module
|
The PN532 module is not a ready-to-use reader, it's a bare PCB module intended for custom projects. It can used directly with Zaparoo via a USB to serial adapter. |
- Very cheap price, starting at around $3 USD.
- Small footprint and is great for custom projects.
- High quality modules have excellent short and long range reading (up to 5cm without interference).
- Plug and play when paired with a USB to serial adapter (UART).
- Has no case and will not function at all without additional components.
- Build quality can be very variable depending on vendor, resulting in non-functioning modules or poor read range.
- Requires soldering equipment (but is a great beginner project).
Known Issues
Build quality and shipping of these modules can vary a lot between vendors. In general they are OK, but be cautious about choosing the cheapest possible option.
Some modules may use low quality inductors connecting the antenna. This can result in a module that appears to function fine, but has extremely poor read range. It is possible to replace the inductors with new ones that are to spec.
Not necessarily related to the module, but some USB to serial adapters can have poor quality voltage regulators, which are not good enough to power the module properly.
Where To Buy
Can be bought directly from Elechouse.
The PN532 module is extremely common in the hobby electronics space and very easy to find. You can search for "PN532 module" on sites such as Amazon, eBay and AliExpress, or check out your local hobby electronics shops and websites.
DIY Reader
The DIY NFC Reader is a Zaparoo community project aiming to offer a high quality and reliable reader at a low price, which is guaranteed to work with Zaparoo software.
- Can be built yourself with the DIY NFC Reader Build Guide!
- Plug and play.
- Depending on vendor and batch size, comes at a very competitive price compared to ACR122U.
- Very small footprint with case.
- Used by other Zaparoo projects as a base.
Internally, this reader uses a PN532 module and has all the same pros and cons associated with it. Having trusted vendors for this reader means none of the quality related issues with the module should be of concern.
See the Vendors page for where to buy it.
