Characteristics

• Easy to use
• Operation frequencies between 120  to 134 kHz  (long wave)
• The magnetic field produces a defined homogeneous read zone.
• The field falls off quickly which limits the read range
• LF radio waves pass through most materials besides metal with almost no reduction in read range.
• LF works in water – and underwater
• Relatively slow data rates
• In most systems multiple tags can only be read one after the other
• Tag prices are slightly higher, mainly due to antenna size

Examples for Applications

• Access Control
• Livestock (Animal Tracking)
• Immobiliser (Car)
• Point of Sales
• Other short range applications

Supported by all EBV RFID Suppliers ATMEL, NXP Semiconductors, Texas Instruments

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