Project 44 – Simple RFID Reader
The pins on the ID12 readers are non-standard spacing so they will not fit into a breadboard. You will need to obtain a breakout board from a supplier such as Sparkfun. The cards or tags can be purchased from all kinds of sources and are very cheap; I got a bag of small keyfob style tags on eBay for a few dollars. Make sure the tag or card is of 125KHz technology, otherwise it will not work with this reader.
Parts Required
| ID-12 RFID Reader |  |
| ID-12 Breakout Board* |  |
| Current Limiting Resistor | |
| 5mm LED | |
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