NXP ICODE Series Card

Union Smart manufactures premium NXP ICODE Series RFID Cards for global B2B enterprises, system integrators, and library networks. Operating at the 13.56 MHz High-Frequency (HF) range and fully compliant with the ISO/IEC 15693 standard, these vicinity RFID cards offer exceptional multi-tag anti-collision capabilities and extended read ranges up to 1.5 meters. They are the global standard for library document management, smart retail inventory, pharmaceutical tracking, and high-security brand protection. Take advantage of our factory-direct OEM/ODM pricing, custom printing, and bulk encoding services with MOQs starting at just 1,000 pcs.

NXP ICODE Series — High-Performance ISO 15693 RFID Cards

The NXP ICODE chip family is specifically engineered for applications that require reading multiple items simultaneously at a greater distance than standard NFC cards. Featuring robust anti-collision algorithms, a single ISO 15693 RFID reader can instantly identify stacks of books, entire pallets of pharmaceutical goods, or multiple retail items passing through a gate.

ICODE Chip Selection Guide

We supply and encode blank or custom-printed HF RFID cards utilizing the exact NXP ICODE silicon tailored to your project:

• NXP ICODE 3 (and ICODE SLIX/SLIX2): The undisputed industry standard for library RFID management systems and automated self-checkout kiosks. Offers excellent read range and user memory for storing item metadata.
• NXP ICODE SLIX-L: A cost-optimized variant featuring reduced memory. It is specifically designed for high-volume, price-sensitive deployments such as smart retail item-level tagging and disposable logistics labeling.
• NXP ICODE DNA: The high-security model. It incorporates advanced AES-128 cryptographic authentication and NFC Forum Type 5 compatibility. Essential for luxury brand protection, anti-counterfeiting, and document authentication where cloning is a critical risk.
• NXP ICODE ILT / ILT-M: The industrial-grade long-range model. Delivering superior multi-tag reading performance even in dense environments, making it ideal for warehouse automation, industrial asset tracking, and supply chain management.

Top B2B Industry Applications

• Library & Document Management: Automated book sorting, self-checkout kiosks, and secure document archiving.
• Smart Retail: Item-level inventory tracking, smart fitting rooms, and frictionless checkout systems.
• Healthcare & Pharma: Tracking of medical equipment, patient samples, and pharmaceutical anti-counterfeiting.
• Industrial Asset Tracking: Long-range HF scanning for manufacturing tools and returnable transport items (RTIs).
• Event Management: Hands-free VIP event ticketing and ski pass wristbands.

OEM Customization & Manufacturing Specifications

As a factory-direct OEM partner, Union Smart provides full personalization for your enterprise or institutional rollout:

• Standard Dimensions: ISO CR80 size (85.5 x 54 mm) — custom die-cut shapes and key fobs available.
• Card Thickness: Standard 0.76 mm / 0.84 mm.
• RF Interface: 13.56 MHz High Frequency (HF), ISO/IEC 15693 compliant.
• Card Materials: Standard PVC, PET, PC, Teslin, Bamboo wood RFID cards, Recycled PVC (RPVC), and Paper.
• Premium Surface Finishes: Glossy, Matte, Frosted, Epoxy doming, and Spot UV.
• Variable Data Printing (VDP): Laser engraved UIDs, DOD inkjet serial numbering, barcodes, and QR codes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. What is the difference between ICODE (ISO 15693) and MIFARE (ISO 14443)?

While both operate at 13.56MHz, they serve completely different purposes. MIFARE (ISO 14443) is designed for secure, short-range (up to 10cm) interactions like door access and payments. ICODE (ISO 15693) is designed for vicinity reading (up to 1.5 meters) and rapid anti-collision (reading many tags at once), making it perfect for libraries, retail inventory, and logistics.

Q2. Which ICODE chip is the standard for Library RFID systems?

The ICODE SLIX and the newer ICODE 3 are the global standards for library book tracking and patron cards. They provide the perfect memory structure for AFI (Application Family Identifier) and EAS (Electronic Article Surveillance) bits used in library anti-theft gates.

Q3. Can smartphones read ISO 15693 ICODE cards?

Standard ISO 15693 is not universally supported by all consumer smartphones natively. However, chips like the ICODE DNA are NFC Forum Type 5 compliant, meaning they can be read by modern NFC-enabled iOS and Android devices, making them ideal for consumer-facing brand protection.

Q4. Can you print library barcodes and sequential numbers on the cards?

Yes. As an OEM manufacturer, we provide comprehensive Variable Data Printing (VDP). We can print library patron barcodes, QR codes, and laser-engraved UIDs, as well as encode the chips with specific library data formats (like SIP2 integration data) before shipment.

Q5. Do you offer wholesale pricing for large library networks or retail chains?

Absolutely. We specialize in high-volume production. While our MOQ starts at 1,000 pieces, we offer aggressive tiered pricing for bulk rollouts numbering in the hundreds of thousands or millions.