• Preprinted CR80 13.56MHz NXP NTAG215 NFC RFID Cards Pack of 100

Preprinted CR80 13.56MHz NXP NTAG215 NFC RFID Cards Pack of 100

  • Product Code: RCC34
  • Availability: In Stock
  • $60.00

  • 5 or more $27.54
  • 10 or more $23.63
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  • 100 or more $18.56

NTAG215​ is a mass-market NFC Forum Type 2 tag IC​ from NXP Semiconductors, widely recognized as the standard chip for Nintendo Amiibo figures. It is optimized for high-volume, cost-sensitive NFC applications requiring reliable performance and moderate memory.


Key Features

Feature

Specification

Memory

504 bytes​ user memory (EEPROM)

Total Storage

540 bytes (including 36 bytes of system memory)

Compatibility

NFC Forum Type 2 Tag (ISO/IEC 14443 Type A)

UID Length

7-byte unique identifier

Operating Frequency

13.56 MHz

Read Range

Up to ~5–10 cm (depending on reader/coupler)

Write Endurance

Typically 100,000 cycles

Data Retention

10 years


Memory Layout (Simplified)

Block

Size (bytes)

Purpose

0–1

8

Serial Number / UID​ (7 bytes + BCC)

2

4

Lock Bytes​ (lock areas of memory)

3

4

Capability Container (CC)​ – defines tag type and memory size

4–131

504

User Data Area​ (main data storage)

132–134

12

Lock Bits & Mirror/Configuration​ (optional)

Note:​ The 504-byte user area (blocks 4–131) is the primary storage for NDEF messages, Amiibo data, URLs, or custom payloads.


Security & Protection

  1. 16-bit Password Protection​ (optional)
    • Can be configured to require a password for read/write operations.
  2. Write Protection
    • Lock bits allow permanent or temporary write-locking of memory sections.
  3. Anti‑Collision & Anti‑Tearing
    • Supports multiple tag handling and avoids data corruption during abrupt removal.
  4. Signature Protection (NTAG Signature RT)​ – optional feature
    • Allows cryptographic signature verification (RSA/ECDSA) to prevent cloning.

Famous Application: Nintendo Amiibo

The NTAG215 is the de facto chip inside official Amiibo figures. Each Amiibo uses a portion of the user memory to store:

  • Character ID, game data, user-generated content (e.g., training stats).
  • Write‑once areas to prevent tampering.

Typical Use Cases

  • NFC Toys & Collectibles​ (Amiibo, gaming accessories)
  • Product Authentication & Brand Protection
  • Smart Packaging & Marketing​ (NTAG‑enabled boxes, posters)
  • Light‑Duty Access Control​ (hotel keys, event passes)
  • NFC Business Cards & Device Pairing
  • Mobile Interaction​ (Android/iOS apps with NDEF data)

Comparison with Similar NFC Tags

Tag IC

User Memory

Special Features

Common Use

NTAG213

144 bytes

Smallest, cheapest

URL sharing, simple tasks

NTAG215

504 bytes

Amiibo‑compatible, balanced size

Amiibo, medium data storage

NTAG216

888 bytes

Largest memory

HTML pages, larger payloads

MIFARE Ultralight EV1

48 bytes

Basic, low‑cost

Transit tickets, disposable tags


Why Choose NTAG215?

  • Amiibo Compatibility​ – Required for Amiibo cloning/custom projects.
  • Optimal Size​ – 504 bytes is sufficient for most NDEF, URLs, and custom data.
  • Broad Support​ – Works with any NFC‑enabled smartphone or PN5xx reader.
  • Cost‑Effective​ – Ideal for mid‑volume interactive NFC products.

Development Tip:​ Use NXP’s NTAG‑App​ or open‑source tools (like libnfc, Proxmark3) to read/write NTAG215 tags. For Amiibo emulation, tools such as TagMo​ (Android) or AmiiBoss​ (iOS) are popular.

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