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Siliconcraft Prometheus

Name: NXP Siliconcraft Prometheus
Brand: NXP

The NXP Siliconcraft Prometheus is an NFC tag IC, with 64 bytes user memory / 2048 bits total EEPROM, operating at 13.56 MHz, under ISO/IEC 15693 NFC Forum Type 5.

Battery-assisted NFC tag with display and sensor capabilities for smart packaging and IoT

Frequency

13.56 MHz

Protocol

ISO/IEC 15693, NFC Forum Type 5

Memory

64 bytes user memory / 2048 bits total EEPROM

Interface

RF (contactless), I2C, GPIO

Temp Range

-40°C to +85°C

Form Factor

Flexible substrate module with integrated battery, display, and sensor interface

Full Specifications

Manufacturer	NXP
Frequency Category	NFC
Frequency	13.56 MHz
Protocol	ISO/IEC 15693, NFC Forum Type 5
Memory	64 bytes user memory / 2048 bits total EEPROM
Interface	RF (contactless), I2C, GPIO
Temperature Range	-40°C to +85°C
Form Factor	Flexible substrate module with integrated battery, display, and sensor interface
Security	32-bit password protection, EAS (Electronic Article Surveillance)

Engineering Brief

The Siliconcraft Prometheus is a battery-assisted NFC tag platform based on NXP's ICODE or NTAG IC family, enhanced with integrated battery management, e-paper display driver, and sensor interface capabilities. It operates at 13.56 MHz using ISO/IEC 15693 protocol, enabling longer read ranges than standard passive tags while supporting ultra-low-power display updates and sensor data logging. Designed specifically for smart packaging and cold chain applications, it combines NFC communication with visual feedback and environmental monitoring in a flexible, thin form factor suitable for product labels and packaging integration.

Typical Applications

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NXP Siliconcraft Prometheus NFC chip?

The Siliconcraft Prometheus is a battery-assisted NFC tag platform operating at 13.56 MHz with ISO/IEC 15693 protocol. It integrates e-paper display driver capabilities and sensor interfaces with 64 bytes of user memory, designed specifically for smart packaging and cold chain monitoring applications.

How much memory does the Siliconcraft Prometheus have?

The Prometheus features 64 bytes of user memory within a total 2048-bit EEPROM. This memory is sufficient for product data, sensor logs, and NFC configuration in smart packaging applications.

What is the read range of the Siliconcraft Prometheus?

As a battery-assisted tag using ISO/IEC 15693 protocol, the Prometheus achieves longer read ranges than standard passive NFC tags, typically extending beyond the 1-5 cm range of passive devices to potentially 30+ cm depending on battery status and reader power.

Does the Siliconcraft Prometheus support sensor integration?

Yes, the Prometheus includes sensor interface capabilities via GPIO, enabling integration of temperature, humidity, or other environmental sensors for cold chain and smart packaging applications with data logging to EEPROM.

What security features does the Prometheus NFC tag have?

The Prometheus includes 32-bit password protection for memory access control and EAS (Electronic Article Surveillance) functionality for anti-theft applications in retail and brand protection scenarios.

Can the Siliconcraft Prometheus drive e-paper displays?

Yes, the Prometheus integrates an e-paper display driver that enables ultra-low-power visual updates on smart labels, allowing product information, sensor readings, or status indicators to be displayed directly on packaging.

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