The ST25TA02K-PC6C5 from STMicroelectronics is a dynamic NFC/RFID tag IC with a dual interface, combining a contactless interface compliant with ISO/IEC 14443 Type A and a contact interface compliant with ISO/IEC 7816. This innovative product is part of the ST25TA series, which is designed to provide both flexibility and security for a wide range of Near Field Communication (NFC) applications.

Key Features

• Memory Size: The ST25TA02K-PC6C5 comes with 2 Kbits of EEPROM memory, which can be partitioned into several areas with different access rights, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
• Data Transfer Rates: It supports high-speed data transfer rates of up to 106 kbit/s, enabling quick and efficient communication for both read and write operations.
• Energy Harvesting: This device features an energy harvesting capability that allows it to power external components from the energy collected during RF operation, making it ideal for low-power applications.
• Endurance and Data Retention: The EEPROM has an endurance of 1 million write cycles, and data retention is guaranteed for a minimum of 40 years, ensuring the longevity and reliability of the tag's data.
• Security: The tag includes originality signature and TruST25™ digital signature, offering a high level of security for anti-cloning protection in various applications.

Applications

The ST25TA02K-PC6C5 is suitable for a variety of applications, including but not limited to:

• Brand protection and product authentication
• Consumer engagement and loyalty programs
• Smart posters for advertising and marketing
• Bluetooth and Wi-Fi pairing for easy setup of devices
• Electronic shelf labels and retail management
• Healthcare and pharmaceuticals for tracking and authentication

Package and Availability

The ST25TA02K-PC6C5 is available in a UFDFPN5 package, known for its small form factor. This makes it an excellent choice for applications where space is at a premium. The product is available for order and can be sourced from STMicroelectronics and its authorized distributors.