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HF-190 BLE 5.1 Dual-Frequency RFID/NFC Module, UART and USB
30 × 16 mm embedded module pairing Bluetooth LE 5.1 with 125 kHz and 13.56 MHz card reading, for terminals that must accept cards, tags and phones.
- 125 kHz + 13.56 MHz reading plus Bluetooth LE 5.1 on a 30 × 16 mm board
- ISO/IEC 14443A/B, 15693, 18092 and FeliCa; MIFARE, DESFire EV1/EV2, ICODE, NFC Type 1–5
- EM4100-family cards at 125 kHz; -P build adds HID Prox-compatible credentials
- BLE data pass-through and BLE virtual-card support
- UART (3.3 V logic, 115200 bit/s) and USB 12 Mbps host interfaces
- Frequency
- 125 kHz + 13.56 MHz
- Bluetooth
- BLE 5.1
- Interfaces
- UART (3.3 V) / USB
- Power
- 5 V DC (UART) or USB 4.3–5.5 V, ≤ 350 mA
- Operating temperature
- –40 to +85 °C
- Dimensions
- 30 × 16 × 8.8 mm
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BLE 5.1 Dual-Frequency RFID/NFC Module, UART and USB: overview
The HF-190 combines two RFID front ends and a Bluetooth LE 5.1 radio on a 30 × 16 mm board. It is aimed at OEMs building access readers, lockers, kiosks and other terminals that must accept legacy proximity fobs, 13.56 MHz smart cards and smartphones through one component.
On the 13.56 MHz side it supports ISO/IEC 14443A/B, ISO/IEC 15693, ISO/IEC 18092 and FeliCa, covering MIFARE Classic, DESFire EV1/EV2, Ultralight and Ultralight C, ICODE, CEPAS, CPU cards and NFC Forum Type 1–5 tags. At 125 kHz the standard build reads EM4100, EM4102, EM4200, EM4305 and EM4450; the -P build also reads HID Prox-compatible credentials. The Bluetooth radio handles transparent data pass-through and BLE virtual cards, and the module supports NFC mobile credentials where your platform issues them.
Both antennas are external: a 50 Ω antenna for 13.56 MHz and a 490 µH ±10 µH coil for 125 kHz, so you can size and place each one for your housing. The board is conformally coated, rated –40 to +85 °C, and weighs about 2 g.
Integration notes
Host links are a UART at 3.3 V logic (115200 bit/s, 5 V DC supply) and USB (12 Mbps, 4.3–5.5 V); BLE throughput is up to 300 bytes/s. Current reaches up to 350 mA while working, with up to 120 mA on standby. Listed hosts are Windows 10/8.1/8/7, Linux, Android and macOS. A management tool updates firmware, including over the serial port, and changes configuration parameters. CE, FCC, RoHS and Japan Radio Law approvals are listed; request the documents for your market.
More features
- External 13.56 MHz (50 Ω) and 125 kHz (490 µH) antennas for flexible placement
- Conformal coating, –40 to +85 °C; CE, FCC, RoHS and Japan Radio Law listed
HF-190 specifications
RF & credentials
| Operating frequencies | 125 kHz and 13.56 MHz |
|---|---|
| 13.56 MHz protocols | ISO/IEC 14443A/B, ISO/IEC 15693, ISO/IEC 18092, FeliCa |
| 13.56 MHz credentials | MIFARE Classic, MIFARE DESFire EV1/EV2, MIFARE Ultralight, MIFARE Ultralight C, FeliCa, ICODE, CEPAS, CPU cards, NFC Forum Type 1–5 tags |
| 125 kHz credentials | EM4100, EM4102, EM4200, EM4305, EM4450; plus HID Prox-compatible on -P build |
| Mobile credentials | Supports NFC mobile credentials where your platform issues them |
| Antennas | External: 50 Ω (13.56 MHz); 490 µH ±10 µH (125 kHz) |
Bluetooth
| Version | Bluetooth Low Energy 5.1 |
|---|---|
| Functions | Transparent data pass-through; BLE virtual card |
| Throughput | Up to 300 bytes/s |
Interfaces
| Host interfaces | UART (3.3 V logic) and USB |
|---|---|
| Data rate | UART 115200 bit/s; USB 12 Mbps |
| Supported host OS | Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7; Linux; Android; macOS |
| Firmware & configuration | Management tool; firmware upgrade via serial port |
Electrical
| Supply voltage | 5 V DC (UART) or 4.3–5.5 V (USB) |
|---|---|
| Current | ≤ 350 mA working; ≤ 120 mA standby |
Mechanical & environment
| Dimensions | 30 × 16 × 8.8 mm ±0.5 mm (antennas external) |
|---|---|
| Weight | Approx. 2.0 g |
| Connection | 6-pin |
| Finish | Conformal coating |
| Operating temperature | –40 to +85 °C (–40 to +185 °F) |
| Storage temperature | –40 to +85 °C (–40 to +185 °F) |
| Operating humidity | 10–90% RH, non-condensing |
| Approvals listed | CE, FCC, RoHS, Japan Radio Law — request documents |
Build comparison
| Variant SKU | 125 kHz credentials | 13.56 MHz credentials | Radio |
|---|---|---|---|
| HF-190-D-BT | EM4100, EM4102, EM4200, EM4305, EM4450 | MIFARE Classic, DESFire EV1/EV2, Ultralight/Ultralight C, FeliCa, ICODE, CEPAS, CPU, NFC Forum Type 1–5 | BLE 5.1 |
| HF-190-D-BT-P | HID Prox-compatible + EM4100, EM4102, EM4200, EM4305, EM4450 | As HF-190-D-BT | BLE 5.1 |
13.56 MHz and Bluetooth features are identical on both builds.
Specifications can change between production batches. Confirm the current revision with us before placing volume orders.
Ordering options
Quote the SKU that matches your frequency, interface and mounting. Not sure? Send us your controller model and we will pick the variant for you.
| SKU | Configuration | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| HF-190-D-BT | Dual-frequency 125 kHz EM + 13.56 MHz multi-protocol module with BLE 5.1, UART/USB | |
| HF-190-D-BT-P | As HF-190-D-BT, plus HID Prox-compatible 125 kHz credential reading |
Where the HF-190 is used
- Door readers for buildings moving from EM or prox fobs to DESFire cards and phone credentials
- Gym and club entry points that accept member cards and a BLE app credential
- EV charger or kiosk front panels reading MIFARE, DESFire and FeliCa cards
- Outdoor-rated terminals that need a –40 to +85 °C component
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HF-190 FAQ
What is the difference between HF-190-D-BT and HF-190-D-BT-P?
Only the 125 kHz side. The standard build reads EM4100, EM4102, EM4200, EM4305 and EM4450 credentials; the -P build also reads HID Prox-compatible cards. 13.56 MHz and Bluetooth features are the same.
Can smartphones be used as credentials?
The module has BLE 5.1 with virtual-card support and ISO/IEC 18092 NFC, so it supports mobile credentials where your platform issues them. Confirm the credential format your platform uses before design-in.
Are the antennas included?
The module needs two external antennas: 50 Ω for 13.56 MHz and a 490 µH ±10 µH coil for 125 kHz. Share your enclosure details and we can propose suitable antennas.
Which certifications are listed?
CE, FCC, RoHS and Japan Radio Law are listed for the module. Request the certificates or grant details for your target market before relying on them for end-product approval.
How is firmware updated?
A management tool updates firmware and configuration parameters, and firmware can also be upgraded over the serial port.
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