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Elias The Sparkiest Introduction
The Qwiic RFID ID-XXLA is an I2C solution that pairs with the ID-LA modules: ID-3LA, the ID-12LA, or the ID-20LA, and utilizes 125kHz RFID chips. Using the product's interrupt pin, we'll discuss how to get, store, and compare unique RFID IDs. Let's take a look at the hardware used for this RFID tutorial.
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SEN-15191
The SparkFun RFID Qwiic Reader is a simple I2C based RFID breakout board for the ID-3LA, ID-12LA, and ID-20LA readers.
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KIT-15209
The SparkFun RFID Qwiic Kit is a simple, yet all-in-one I2C based RFID starting point for the ID-3LA, ID-12LA, and ID-20LA re…
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Required Materials
To follow along with this tutorial, you will need the following materials. You may not need everything though depending on what you have. Add it to your cart, read through the guide, and adjust the cart as necessary.
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SEN-11827
RFID (radio-frequency identification) is the wireless non-contact use of radio-frequency electromagnetic fields, for the purp…
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DEV-15123
The SparkFun RedBoard Qwiic is an Arduino-compatible development board with a built in Qwiic connector, eliminating the need …
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PRT-14426
This is a 50mm long 4-conductor cable with 1mm JST termination. It’s designed to connect Qwiic enabled components together …
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CAB-10215
USB 2.0 type A to Micro-B 5-pin. This is a new, smaller connector for USB devices. Micro-B connectors are about half the heig…
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PRT-08431
This is a SparkFun exclusive! These are 155mm long, 26 AWG jumpers with male connectors on both ends. Use these to jumper fro…
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COM-14325
You might know RFID as the technology that Big Brother uses to *track your every move*. Quickly, don the [tinfoil hats](https…
Heads up! For the scope of the tutorial, we will be using the ID-12LA RFID reader. The board is also compatible with the following
ID-xxLA modules at 125kHz. The range varies with each model. Keep in mind that you will need to an external antenna for the ID-3LA.
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SEN-11828
RFID (radio-frequency identification) is the wireless non-contact use of radio-frequency electromagnetic fields, for the purp…
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SEN-11862
RFID (radio-frequency identification) is the wireless non-contact use of radio-frequency electromagnetic fields, for the purp…
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The following
RFID tags are also compatible with the RFID reader.
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SEN-09416
This is a glass, cylindrical RFID tag; it's very similar to those [implanted into pets](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pet_chip…
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SEN-09417
This is a simple, thumbnail-size RFID tag. These tags are great for sensing presence, identification, etc., and they're small…
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COM-14325
You might know RFID as the technology that Big Brother uses to *track your every move*. Quickly, don the [tinfoil hats](https…
Tools
You will need a soldering iron, solder, and general soldering accessories.
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TOL-09163
This is your basic tube of unleaded (Pb-free) solder with a no clean, water soluble resin core. 0.031" gauge and 15 grams
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TOL-09507
This is a very simple fixed temp, quick heating, 30W 110/120 VAC soldering iron. We really enjoy using the more expensive iro…
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Suggested Reading
If you aren't familiar with the Qwiic system, we recommend reading here for an overview.
We would also recommend taking a look at the following tutorials if you aren't familiar with them.
I2C
An introduction to I2C, one of the main embedded communications protocols in use today.
RFID Basics
Dive into the basics of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology.
