NFC Card and Proximity Card

Let's first find out what smart cards are with you. Smart cards are cards that contain chips and antennas. They are standard credit card size. Thus, they can be carried easily. In this article, we will explain the types of NFC card and proximity card, which are among the types of smart cards for you.

NFC Cards: These cards, which are the next generation contactless communication technology, are activated by reading the NFC card to the reader. With these cards, which are extremely useful, the payment process can be realised as well as the entry and exit process.                                                                               

Proximity Cards: In general, these cards are contactless smart cards known as RFID cards. These cards, which can be read from a long distance without placing them in the reader, are very useful. These cards, which are the size of a classic credit card, are easy to carry.

NFC CARD SPECIFICATIONS:

• It is suitable for printing.
  
• It provides secure data transfer.
• It has the ability to make contactless payment.
• No extra device is needed for both reading and encoding.
• It has a frequency of 13.56 mHz.
• It is effective between 0-3 cm.

PROXY CARD FEATURES:

• It is suitable for printing. 
  
• Impossible to copy.
• It is highly resistant to external impacts.
• It can maintain its function for many years.
• 125 kHz frequency.
• It is effective between 0-10 cm.

NFC CARD READER (ACS ACR1281U-C2)

NFC readers are active components in NFC transactions. They can read and write cards and labels. It interacts with NFC phones and provides device-to-device communication.

PROXY CARD READER (RFGate 405R10 EM):

Proximity card readers are a type of reader that reads cards with a frequency of 125 kHz. In order for these readers to work, the cards must first be defined in the system. Then, when it is placed on doors, turnstiles or anywhere, it controls entry and exit.

NFC CARD USAGE AREAS:

Health, transport, food, retail, cinemas and stadiums are the main areas where this card is used. These highly preferred cards can be used almost everywhere.

PROXY CARD USAGE AREAS:

These cards, which are generally used for personnel passes, are very popular. These cards are generally used in personnel access control places, gyms, dining halls and hotels.

In this article, we have explained the similarities and differences between NFC card and proximity card. In addition, contact us for more information.