UHF 860–960 MHzNXP

UCODE DNA Track

The NXP UCODE DNA Track is an UHF 860–960 MHz RFID tag IC, with 128 bits EPC, 32 bits TID, 64 bits user memory, operating at 860–960 MHz, under EPC Class 1 Gen 2 (ISO/IEC 18000-63) RAIN RFID.

Rain RFID tag chip with cryptographic authentication for secure supply chain tracking

Official Datasheet ↗
Frequency
860–960 MHz
Protocol
EPC Class 1 Gen 2 (ISO/IEC 18000-63), RAIN RFID
Memory
128 bits EPC, 32 bits TID, 64 bits user memory
Interface
RF (contactless UHF)
Temp Range
-40°C to +85°C
Form Factor
Bare die/wafer

Full Specifications

ManufacturerNXP
Frequency CategoryUHF 860–960 MHz
Frequency860–960 MHz
ProtocolEPC Class 1 Gen 2 (ISO/IEC 18000-63), RAIN RFID
Memory128 bits EPC, 32 bits TID, 64 bits user memory
InterfaceRF (contactless UHF)
Temperature Range-40°C to +85°C
Form FactorBare die/wafer
SecurityAES-128 mutual authentication, cryptographic challenge-response, tamper detection, brand protection features

Engineering Brief

The UCODE DNA Track is NXP's premium UHF RAIN RFID chip designed specifically for anti-counterfeiting and secure supply chain applications. It combines EPC Gen 2 compliance with AES-128 cryptographic authentication, enabling mutual authentication between tag and reader to verify product authenticity. The chip features tamper detection and challenge-response protocols that make cloning virtually impossible, while maintaining compatibility with standard RAIN RFID infrastructure for seamless integration into existing supply chain systems.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NXP UCODE DNA Track used for?

UCODE DNA Track is designed for anti-counterfeiting and secure supply chain tracking. It uses AES-128 cryptographic authentication to verify product authenticity and prevent cloning in brand protection applications.

Does UCODE DNA Track support EPC Gen 2?

Yes, UCODE DNA Track is fully compliant with EPC Class 1 Gen 2 (ISO/IEC 18000-63) and RAIN RFID standards, ensuring compatibility with existing UHF RFID infrastructure while adding cryptographic security features.

How does UCODE DNA Track prevent counterfeiting?

The chip implements AES-128 mutual authentication and cryptographic challenge-response protocols between tag and reader. Combined with tamper detection features, this makes tag cloning virtually impossible and enables verification of genuine products.

What memory does UCODE DNA Track have?

UCODE DNA Track provides 128 bits of EPC memory for product identification, 32 bits of TID (Tag Identifier) memory, and 64 bits of user memory for application-specific data storage.

What is the difference between UCODE DNA and UCODE DNA Track?

UCODE DNA Track is optimized specifically for supply chain tracking and tamper detection, whereas UCODE DNA focuses on general brand protection. Both offer AES-128 authentication but Track includes enhanced features for logistics visibility.

Is UCODE DNA Track compatible with standard RAIN RFID readers?

Yes, UCODE DNA Track maintains backward compatibility with standard EPC Gen 2 / RAIN RFID readers for basic inventory operations. Authentication features require readers with cryptographic capabilities to unlock secure functions.

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