Microchip has introduced a Low-Power NFC Bridging Solution Reference Design based on the PIC16F13145 microcontroller. The design provides a flexible and energy-efficient way to add NFC connectivity to embedded devices, supporting both reader-powered and self-powered modes while enabling easy sensor integration.
Microchip Low-Power NFC Bridging Solution Reference Design with PIC16F13145
Key Specifications and Features
- MCU: PIC16F13145
- Power modes: NFC-reader powered or self-powered (3.3 V / 5 V via micro-USB)
- Minimum power consumption: 2.5 mA at 3.3 V (RFID tag mode)
- Default mode: Operates as NFC tag for smartphone/reader communication
- Expansion: mikroBus connector for Click Boards and Microchip development boards
- Interfaces: UART, SPI, I²C, GPIO, and analogue I/O
- Configurable Logic Block: Hardware-based functions to reduce external components
- Supports sensor connection and application-specific customization
The platform can be used for locking/unlocking, diagnostics, and sensor data checking via NFC. Its low-power architecture and flexible connectivity make it suitable for a wide range of connected embedded products.
Target Applications
- Consumer electronics
- Industrial equipment
- Automotive systems
- Smart appliances
By combining NFC bridging, configurable processing, and flexible sensing in a low-power design, this reference solution helps developers accelerate the creation of connected embedded applications.
Source: Electronics For You