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New Aliro-ready NFC reader for secure access control designs

Maxime_MARCHETTO1
Community manager

The new ST25R210 is a high-performance NFC reader IC optimized for cost-sensitive Aliro, access control, industrial, and consumer applications. With up to 1.6 W output power, excellent interaction range, and robust performance in noisy environments, the ST25R210 is now available to order. 

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Why choose the ST25R210? 

 

Engineered to deliver high performance in cost‑sensitive designs, the new ST25R210 combines 1.6 W output power with improved low‑power card detection (LPCD) and high sensitivity to extend detection distance while keeping power consumption low.

The chip is also backed by a 10‑year longevity commitment. 

How does it enable sleek, space saving designs? 

Its compact 4 x 4 mm QFN package frees valuable PCB space for your own differentiation, while production in France supports secure, traceable supply chains. 

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How does it work?  

The microcontroller controls the ST25R210 NFC reader IC via an SPI interface. The ST25R210 then drives the 13.56 MHz RF interface to communicate with NFC cards, tags, or an NFC enabled phone. 

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ST25R210 key features  
 

Read the flyer and the datasheet for more information. 

Operating voltage 

2.7 V to 5.5 V​ 

Antenna driver voltage range 

up to 5.5 Vp with 1.6 W output power​ 

Package 

Smallest QFN-28 4x4 mm package​ 

Temperature range 

-40°C to +105°C  

 

How does it ease certification? 

By integrating advanced RF features such as advanced antenna tuning (AAT)dynamic power output (DPO), and active wave shaping (AWS) and by combining high sensitivity with controlled RF output, the ST25R210 helps designers shorten design cycles and ease NFC Forum certification.   

  • Achieve NFC Forum certification faster: C15 and beyond 
  • CSA Aliro compliancy 

Where can I order samples and evaluation boards? 

The ST25R210 is available now from the ST eStore and through authorized ST distributors worldwide. You can also order the STEVAL25R300KA discovery kit 
for quick evaluation and prototyping. 

Order now. 

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First published on Apr 15, 2026