RFID Card Types

RFID cards types are classified primarily by the frequency at which they operate.

RFID Card Types with Based on Frequency:

• Low Frequency (LF) RFID:

  • These cards Operate at 125 kHz.
  • Short read range (a few centimeters).
  • These are used for basic access control, animal identification, and proximity cards.
  • Examples of these cards are HID Prox, Indala Prox.

• High Frequency (HF) RFID:

  • Operates at 13.56 MHz.
  • Longer read range (up to 10 cm).
  • Used for contactless payments, access control, and data exchange.
  • Examples: MIFARE, ISO 14443 Type A and Type B.

• Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) RFID:

  • Operates at 860-960 MHz.
  • Long read range (several meters).
  • Used for supply chain management, inventory tracking, and asset management.
  • Examples: EPC Gen2, RAIN RFID.

Based on Power Source:

• Passive RFID: Derives power from the reader’s signal, making them smaller and cheaper but with shorter read ranges.
• Active RFID: Contains a battery, enabling longer read ranges and more complex applications.
• Semi-passive RFID: Combines features of both passive and active tags.

Other Types of RFID Cards:

• Smart Cards: Combine RFID technology with integrated circuits for enhanced security and data storage.
• Dual-Frequency Cards: Operate at multiple frequencies for added versatility.

The choice of RFID card type depends on the specific application and required features.

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