EM-18 RFID Reader Module – Product Description
The EM-18 RFID Reader Module is a compact and reliable 125kHz RFID reader designed for contactless identification and access control applications. It can read EM4100-compatible RFID cards and tags and transmit the unique ID directly to microcontrollers such as Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, PIC, and AVR through a TTL UART interface. Its plug-and-play design, low power consumption, and fast response make it ideal for attendance systems, security projects, smart locks, and automation applications.
Key Features
- Operating Frequency: 125kHz RFID
- Compatible with EM4100/EM4102 RFID Cards & Tags
- UART (TTL Serial) Output
- Read Range: Up to 5–10 cm
- Operating Voltage: 5V DC
- Low Power Consumption (<50mA)
- Fast and Accurate Tag Detection
- Compact Design with Built-in Antenna
- Supports Access Control and Identification Systems
- Easy Interface with Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, and other MCUs
Technical Specifications
- Frequency: 125kHz
- Supply Voltage: 4.5V–5.5V DC
- Current Consumption: <50mA
- Communication Interface: UART / Wiegand
- Baud Rate: 9600 bps
- Read Distance: 5–10 cm (depending on tag type)
- Output Format: 12-byte ASCII Tag ID
- Dimensions: Approximately 32 × 32 × 8 mm
Applications
- RFID-Based Attendance Systems
- Door Access Control
- Smart Security Systems
- Employee Identification
- Inventory Tracking
- Automation and IoT Projects
- Card-Based Authentication Systems