Preprinted CR80 13.56MHz NXP NTAG215 NFC RFID Cards Pack of 100
- Product Code: RCC34
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$60.00
- 5 or more $27.54
- 10 or more $23.63
- 50 or more $19.57
- 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
- 16-bit
Password Protection
(optional)
- Can
be configured to require a password for read/write operations.
- Write
Protection
- Lock
bits allow permanent or temporary write-locking of memory sections.
- Anti‑Collision
& Anti‑Tearing
- Supports
multiple tag handling and avoids data corruption during abrupt removal.
- 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.
