# NFC Card Reader Module with ESP32-S3 Development module with ESP32-S3, PN5321 NFC reader, MAX98357 I²S amplifier, 8 WS2812B LEDs, and a MicroSD slot - **Seller:** [HermitX](https://lectronz.com/stores/hermitx), O Milladoiro (Ames), A Coruña, Spain - **Price:** €32.20 (EUR, before shipping and taxes) - **Availability:** In stock - **Categories:** Home automation, Kits, ESP32 - **Product page:** https://lectronz.com/products/nfc-card-reader-module ## Options **PSRAM Option** - No PSRAM (6 left) - 8MB PSRAM [Add €2.50] (5 left) ## Links - [Documentation](https://learn.hermitx.es/product/CardReader) - [Code](https://github.com/HermitX-ES/NFC-Cardreader-Module) ## Images ![NFC Card Reader Module with ESP32-S3](https://lectronz-images.b-cdn.net/lectronz/active_storage/representations/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MzIwMzEsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--ab76a0a82f6a5cbb74f6b2f521af13e18653efc9/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJwbmciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls5NjAsNjQwXSwic2F2ZXIiOnsic3RyaXAiOnRydWV9fSwicHVyIjoidmFyaWF0aW9uIn19--605f1da017bcbb03ce31845cd0e81d97e3b3c574/Lector%20de%20tarjetas%20-%20Kit%20completo.png) ![NFC Card Reader Module with ESP32-S3](https://lectronz-images.b-cdn.net/lectronz/active_storage/representations/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MzIwMzUsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--9bd85f70f72e59b7218ac80153c1f294fb625119/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJwbmciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls5NjAsNjQwXSwic2F2ZXIiOnsic3RyaXAiOnRydWV9fSwicHVyIjoidmFyaWF0aW9uIn19--605f1da017bcbb03ce31845cd0e81d97e3b3c574/3.png) ![NFC Card Reader Module with ESP32-S3](https://lectronz-images.b-cdn.net/lectronz/active_storage/representations/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MzIwMzksInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--3695688e4d0d1f82516d94bf703b402d7d2c9b33/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJwbmciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls5NjAsNjQwXSwic2F2ZXIiOnsic3RyaXAiOnRydWV9fSwicHVyIjoidmFyaWF0aW9uIn19--605f1da017bcbb03ce31845cd0e81d97e3b3c574/4.png) ![NFC Card Reader Module with ESP32-S3](https://lectronz-images.b-cdn.net/lectronz/active_storage/representations/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6MzIwNDMsInB1ciI6ImJsb2JfaWQifX0=--ca031d37eefa959c5b8c5287d9e3a259bd201738/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsiZGF0YSI6eyJmb3JtYXQiOiJwbmciLCJyZXNpemVfdG9fbGltaXQiOls5NjAsNjQwXSwic2F2ZXIiOnsic3RyaXAiOnRydWV9fSwicHVyIjoidmFyaWF0aW9uIn19--605f1da017bcbb03ce31845cd0e81d97e3b3c574/Dimensiones.png) ## Description # Overview This NFC + Audio + LEDs + SD Card development module is built around an **ESP32-S3** microcontroller, featuring a **PN5321** NFC reader, **MAX98357** I²S amplifier, eight **WS2812B addressable RGB LEDs**, and a **MicroSD card slot**—ideal for creating synchronized audio-visual interactions, NFC-triggered behaviors, and local storage for audio or data. ## Key Features - **Microcontroller & Connectivity** Powered by the ESP32-S3 SoC, offering Wi-Fi, Bluetooth LE, and sufficient computational capacity for real-time audio decoding, LED effects, NFC operations, and SD card access. - **NFC Reader** Utilizes PN5321 to support ISO/IEC 14443 A/B tags, peer-to-peer NFC, and emulation modes. Compatible with MIFARE Classic/Ultralight/DESFire, Innovision Jewel, FeliCa, and NTAG215 card types. - **Audio Output** MAX98357 amplifier delivers up to 3 W audio to the included speaker via I²S with excellent clarity. - **RGB LED Effects** Eight WS2812B LEDs allow full RGB control per pixel—perfect for status indicators, sound-sync lighting, animations, and more. - **SD Card Interface** Onboard MicroSD card slot (supports up to 32 GB) for local storage of audio files, logs, or configuration data. - **Modular Design** - Main board integrates ESP32-S3, PN532, MAX98357, LEDs, and SD card slot - External NFC antenna board with connector for optimal placement - 3 W speaker for high-quality audio output - NTAG215 NFC card included --- ## Package Contents - Main module PCB (ESP32-S3 + PN532 + MAX98357 + 8 × WS2812B LEDs + MicroSD slot) - External NFC antenna PCB with cable connector - 3 W speaker - NTAG215 NFC card --- ## Specifications | Component | Description | |-------------:|:--------------------------------------------------| | **MCU** | ESP32-S3 (Wi-Fi & BLE) | | **NFC** | PN5321 – supports ISO/IEC 14443 A/B, P2P, emulation | | **Amplifier** | MAX98357 (I²S → 3 W speaker) | | **LEDs** | 8× WS2812B addressable RGB LEDs | | **SD Slot** | MicroSD (up to 32 GB) | | **Included** | NFC antenna board, speaker, NTAG215 | --- ## NFC Capabilities The PN5321 supports multiple operating modes at 13.56 MHz: - **ISO/IEC 14443A/MIFARE Reader/Writer**: MIFARE Classic (1K/4K), MIFARE Ultralight, NTAG series, DESFire. - **FeliCa Reader/Writer**: Sony FeliCa cards. - **ISO/IEC 14443B Reader/Writer**: Type B tags. - **ISO/IEC 14443A/MIFARE Card Emulation**: Emulate MIFARE Classic 1K or 4K cards. - **FeliCa Card Emulation**: Emulate FeliCa cards. - **ISO/IEC 18092 (ECMA-340) Peer-to-Peer**: NFC peer-to-peer communication. Emulation and peer-to-peer modes enable advanced use cases such as virtual card creation and direct device-to-device exchanges. --- ## ESP32-S3 Integration Refer to the **Pinout and Internal Connections** section for detailed GPIO mappings. - **Use Cases** - NFC-triggered audio playback, LED animations, and Wi-Fi/BLE interactions. - Access control systems with visual/audio feedback. - Interactive installations, smart kiosks, educational projects. - **Software & Code Examples** Leverage frameworks such as Arduino, ESP-IDF, MicroPython, and ESPHome. PN532 libraries are widely available for these environments. --- ## Quick Start 1. **Power** Supply power via USB-C or 5 V through the onboard connector. 2. **Example Loaded** On startup, the example firmware is ready to read NFC tags and perform the following behavior: - **LEDs**: Continuous "chase" effect on the 8 WS2812B LEDs. - **On Tag Detect**: Play `success.mp3` from the MicroSD card (SD card not included) and flash the LEDs in green. ## Shipping policy Order Processing We process all orders within 1–2 business days of receiving payment. During national holidays or peak periods, processing may take up to 3 business days. Shipping Origin All packages ship from A Coruña, Spain, via Correos. 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