HF 13.56 MHzI²C dual interfaceSTMicroelectronics

M24LR16E-R

The STMicroelectronics M24LR16E-R is an HF 13.56 MHz RFID tag IC, with 16 Kbit (2048 bytes) EEPROM, operating at 13.56 MHz, under ISO/IEC 15693 ISO/IEC 18000-3 mode 1.

Dual interface EEPROM with ISO 15693 NFC interface and I2C bus for wireless configuration and data logging

Official Datasheet ↗
Frequency
13.56 MHz
Protocol
ISO/IEC 15693, ISO/IEC 18000-3 mode 1
Memory
16 Kbit (2048 bytes) EEPROM
Interface
RF (contactless ISO 15693), I2C bus (up to 1 MHz)
Temp Range
-40°C to +85°C
Form Factor
SO8, TSSOP8, UFDFPN8

Full Specifications

ManufacturerSTMicroelectronics
Frequency CategoryHF 13.56 MHz
Frequency13.56 MHz
ProtocolISO/IEC 15693, ISO/IEC 18000-3 mode 1
Memory16 Kbit (2048 bytes) EEPROM
InterfaceRF (contactless ISO 15693), I2C bus (up to 1 MHz)
Temperature Range-40°C to +85°C
Form FactorSO8, TSSOP8, UFDFPN8
Security32-bit password protection per sector, write protection

Engineering Brief

The M24LR16E-R is a dual-interface 16-Kbit EEPROM that combines ISO 15693 RF connectivity with an I2C wired interface, enabling both contactless NFC access and direct microcontroller communication. It features energy harvesting capability to power I2C operations from the RF field, eliminating the need for external power in certain applications. The device offers flexible memory organization with sector-based password protection and supports simultaneous RF and I2C access with arbitration, making it ideal for wireless configuration, data logging, and parameter storage in battery-free or low-power embedded systems.

Typical Applications

Standards & Compliance

Frequently Asked Questions

What memory capacity does the M24LR16E-R have?

The M24LR16E-R has 16 Kbit (2048 bytes) of EEPROM memory organized in sectors with individual password protection and write protection capabilities.

What interfaces does the M24LR16E-R support?

The M24LR16E-R features dual interfaces: a contactless ISO 15693 RF interface operating at 13.56 MHz and an I2C wired interface supporting speeds up to 1 MHz, allowing both wireless NFC access and direct microcontroller communication.

Does the M24LR16E-R support energy harvesting?

Yes, the M24LR16E-R can harvest energy from the RF field to power I2C operations, enabling battery-free applications where the chip can be accessed via I2C without external power when in an RF field.

What security features does the M24LR16E-R offer?

The M24LR16E-R provides 32-bit password protection on a per-sector basis and configurable write protection, allowing granular access control for different memory regions.

Can the M24LR16E-R be accessed via RF and I2C simultaneously?

Yes, the M24LR16E-R supports simultaneous RF and I2C access with built-in arbitration mechanisms to manage concurrent operations and prevent data conflicts.

What NFC protocols does the M24LR16E-R comply with?

The M24LR16E-R complies with ISO/IEC 15693 and ISO/IEC 18000-3 mode 1 standards, operating at 13.56 MHz for contactless communication.

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