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XM-150 Dual-Frequency EM + MIFARE DESFire Module, UART/USB
Dual-frequency OEM module for EM4100-family and 13.56 MHz MIFARE, DESFire, FeliCa and ICODE credentials, without HID formats, on a 30 × 16 × 8.8 mm board.
- 125 kHz EM4100/4102/4200/4305/4450 plus 13.56 MHz MIFARE, DESFire EV1/EV2 and FeliCa
- Also reads ICODE, CEPAS, CPU cards and NFC Forum Type 1–5 tags
- No HID formats — a lean choice for EM and MIFARE card populations
- 3.3 V TTL UART (115200 bps) and USB full speed (12 Mbps)
- External 490 µH LF coil and 50 Ω HF antenna
- Frequency
- 125 kHz + 13.56 MHz
- Credentials
- EM4100 family, MIFARE, DESFire, FeliCa, ICODE
- Interface
- UART (3.3 V TTL) + USB
- Power
- 5 V DC, ≤ 190 mA (RF on)
- Dimensions
- 30 × 16 × 8.8 mm
- Operating temperature
- –40 to +85 °C
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Dual-Frequency EM + MIFARE DESFire Module, UART/USB: overview
The XM-150 reads 125 kHz EM4100, EM4102, EM4200, EM4305 and EM4450 credentials and a broad 13.56 MHz set: MIFARE Classic, DESFire EV1/EV2, Ultralight and Ultralight C, FeliCa, ICODE, CEPAS, CPU cards and NFC Forum Type 1–5 tags. It is aimed at projects where EM fobs and MIFARE or FeliCa cards are the norm and HID formats are not required — residential door stations, elevator control, EV charging and self-service terminals.
FeliCa support and the Japan Radio Law listing make it a candidate for equipment going to Japan, while ISO/IEC 14443A/B, ISO/IEC 15693 and ISO/IEC 18092 coverage handles most other smart-card and NFC deployments. The board measures 30 × 16 × 8.8 mm, weighs about 2.0 g and is rated from –40 to +85 °C. It has no Bluetooth radio; the XM-170 is the BLE 5.1 version with the same card list.
Integration notes
The 6-pin, 2.0 mm pitch header provides 5 V DC, GND, a 3.3 V TTL UART at 115200 bps and USB full-speed (12 Mbps) data lines, with Windows 10/8.1/8/7, Linux, Android and macOS listed as supported hosts. Both antennas are external and plug into a 4-pin, 1.25 mm connector: a 490 µH ±10 µH coil for 125 kHz and a 50 Ω antenna for 13.56 MHz. Current is ≤ 190 mA with the RF field on and ≤ 30 mA off. Firmware is upgraded over the serial port with the supplied configuration tool. CE, FCC, RoHS and Japan Radio Law approvals are listed; ask for the test reports for your compliance file.
Third-party credential and platform names on this page are trademarks of their respective owners and are used only to describe compatibility.
More features
- 30 × 16 × 8.8 mm, about 2.0 g; rated –40 to +85 °C
- CE, FCC, RoHS and Japan Radio Law listed for the module
XM-150 specifications
RF & credentials
| Operating frequency | 125 kHz and 13.56 MHz |
|---|---|
| 125 kHz credentials | EM4100, EM4102, EM4200, EM4305, EM4450 |
| 13.56 MHz credentials | MIFARE Classic, MIFARE DESFire EV1/EV2, MIFARE Ultralight, MIFARE Ultralight C, FeliCa, ICODE, CEPAS, CPU (microprocessor) cards, NFC Forum Type 1–5 tags; ISO/IEC 14443A/B and ISO/IEC 15693 cards |
| Protocols | ISO/IEC 14443A, ISO/IEC 14443B, ISO/IEC 15693, ISO/IEC 18092, FeliCa |
| Antenna | External: 50 Ω at 13.56 MHz; 490 µH ±10 µH at 125 kHz |
Interfaces
| Host interfaces | UART (3.3 V TTL levels) and USB |
|---|---|
| Data rate | UART 115200 bps; USB 12 Mbps (full speed) |
| Supported host OS | Windows 10, 8.1, 8 and 7; Linux; Android; macOS |
| Configuration & firmware | Management tool for configuration; firmware upgrade via serial port |
| Connectors | 6-pin 2.0 mm (power/data); 4-pin 1.25 mm (antennas); 2-pin 2.0 mm (fixing only) |
Electrical
| Supply voltage | 5 V DC via host header, or 4.3–5.5 V via USB |
|---|---|
| Current, RF field on | ≤ 190 mA |
| Current, RF field off | ≤ 30 mA |
Mechanical & environment
| Dimensions | 30 × 16 × 8.8 mm ±0.5 mm (antennas not included) |
|---|---|
| Weight | Approx. 2.0 g |
| Operating temperature | –40 to +85 °C (–40 to +185 °F) |
| Storage temperature | –40 to +85 °C (–40 to +185 °F) |
| Operating humidity | 10–90% RH, non-condensing |
Compliance
| Certifications | CE, FCC, RoHS, Japan Radio Law (TELEC) — listed for the module; request reports |
|---|
Connector pinout
| Pin | Signal | Function |
|---|---|---|
| P1-1 | VCC | Power input, +5 V DC |
| P1-2 | GND | Ground |
| P1-3 | TXD | UART transmit (3.3 V TTL) |
| P1-4 | RXD | UART receive (3.3 V TTL) |
| P1-5 | USB_DP | USB data + |
| P1-6 | USB_DM | USB data – |
| P2-1 | HF_TX1 | 13.56 MHz antenna, pin 1 |
| P2-2 | HF_TX2 | 13.56 MHz antenna, pin 2 |
| P2-3 | LF_TX1 | 125 kHz antenna, pin 1 |
| P2-4 | LF_TX2 | 125 kHz antenna, pin 2 |
| P3-1 | NC | Mechanical fixing pin, no electrical function |
| P3-2 | NC | Mechanical fixing pin, no electrical function |
P1: 6-pin, 2.0 mm pitch host header. P2: 4-pin, 1.25 mm pitch antenna connector. P3: 2-pin, 2.0 mm pitch fixing header.
Multi-technology module family at a glance
| Variant | 125 kHz | 13.56 MHz | iCLASS/Seos-compatible | BLE 5.1 | Mobile wallet | Size (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XM-120-P-E | EM + HID Prox-compatible | — | — | — | — | 30 × 16 × 9.2 |
| XM-130-D-P | EM + HID Prox-compatible | Yes | — | — | — | 25 × 15 × 3.0 |
| XM-140-IC-M | — | Yes | Yes | — | — | 30 × 16 × 9.2 |
| XM-150-D | EM | Yes | — | — | — | 30 × 16 × 8.8 |
| XM-160-D-IC-N | EM + HID Prox-compatible | Yes | Yes | — | Listed (Apple Wallet) | 30 × 16 × 9.2 |
| XM-170-D-BT | EM | Yes | — | Yes | — | 30 × 16 × 8.8 |
| XM-180-D-IC-BT | EM + HID Prox-compatible | Yes | Yes | Yes | Listed (Apple Wallet) | 30 × 16 × 8.8 |
| XM-190-D-P-BT | EM + HID Prox-compatible | Yes | — | Yes | — | 30 × 16 × 8.8 |
| XM-200-D-P | EM + HID Prox-compatible | Yes | — | — | — | 30 × 16 × 9.2 |
13.56 MHz support = MIFARE Classic, DESFire EV1/EV2, Ultralight/Ultralight C, FeliCa, ICODE, CEPAS, CPU cards and NFC Forum Type 1–5 tags. All nine modules use external antennas and offer both UART and USB. Sizes in mm, antennas excluded.
Specifications can change between production batches. Confirm the current revision with us before placing volume orders.
Ordering options
Quote the SKU that matches your frequency, interface and mounting. Not sure? Send us your controller model and we will pick the variant for you.
| SKU | Configuration | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| XM-150-D | Dual-frequency module: 125 kHz EM4100 family + 13.56 MHz MIFARE/DESFire/FeliCa/ICODE; UART + USB; external antennas; no HID formats |
Where the XM-150 is used
- Apartment door stations that accept existing EM fobs and new DESFire cards
- Equipment for Japan or Hong Kong that must read FeliCa cards alongside MIFARE
- EV chargers authorizing drivers by EM fob, MIFARE card or NFC tag
- Elevator floor-access panels in residential towers
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XM-150 FAQ
Does the XM-150 read HID Prox cards?
No. Its 125 kHz support is the EM4100 family only. For HID Prox-compatible reading choose the XM-200, or the XM-190 if you also want BLE 5.1.
Does it include Bluetooth?
No. The XM-170 is the BLE 5.1 version with the same card support.
Can it read FeliCa cards?
Yes. FeliCa is in the supported list, together with ISO/IEC 18092 and the MIFARE, DESFire and ICODE families.
What antennas does it need?
A 125 kHz coil of 490 µH ±10 µH and a 50 Ω 13.56 MHz antenna, both external on the 4-pin, 1.25 mm connector.
How much power does it need?
5 V DC on the host header, or 4.3–5.5 V over USB. Current is up to 190 mA with the RF field on and up to 30 mA off.
Before you buy
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