VTAP50 embedded NFC reader module - USB & Serial

VTAP50 embedded NFC reader module - USB & Serial
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The VTAP50 certified NFC reader module is a universal contactless NFC reader module, which connects to a separate antenna and tuning board, designed for quick integration and easy certification in any mobile wallet application scenario.

USB, RS-232 and 3V serial interfaces, with secure embedded management and firmware update capabilities.

VTAP readers support a wide range of cards, tags and secure NFC credentials, including Apple Wallet, Google Wallet, MIFARE® and NFC tag types.

Key features and benefits:

  • Fully certified by Apple and Google for VAS and Smart Tap. Tested and qualified for ECP2 access control - modules generally require certification in final enclosure to meet Apple requirements.

  • 5V powered, USB and serial interfaces via multiple connector options

  • MIFARE & NFC tag support including UID, MIFARE sector, secure DESFire, Ultralight AES, NDEF, HCE and MIFARE2Go

  • External serial LED support including animations

  • Configuration, keys and firmware updates managed locally over USB or serial

  • Powerful real and virtual COM interface with multiple protocols including secure OSDP over serial

  • Secure on-board decryption of many pass types and storage of multiple ECC and AES keys

  • Additional NFC tag emulation and GymKit handoff modes

  • Additional I/O pins and features available

VTAP50 embedded NFC reader module - USB & Serial



Physical characteristics

Dimensions: 20mm x 52mm (0.79in x 2.05in) with external antenna
Power Supply: 5V DC (typ. 110mA, max 150mA)
Mounting options: 4 x integrated mounting holes
Weight: 6g (0.21oz)
Operating conditions: -25 to +70°C (-13 to 158°F); 0 to 95% RH non-condensing; optional conformal coating available

NFC Interface

Frequency/standards: 13.56MHz, ISO 14443A/B, ISO 15693 and ISO 18092
Antenna(s): Use external antenna and tuned matching circuit, for which a developer/evaluation kit including sample 40mm square antenna will be available Q2 2025.
Read range: Using an external antenna will depend on antenna shape and size - typically 50mm (2in)
Mobile wallet compatibility:
  • Apple Wallet NFC cards (VAS for loyalty/membership/tickets, ECP2 DESFire for Access/ID)
  • Google Wallet NFC cards (Smart Tap, including extensions, MIFARE2Go DESFire)
  • Card auto-selection with VAS, ECP2, Smart Tap and DESFire
  • Express Mode & CDCVM with ECP2
  • Mobile device type detection
  • ECC key auto-selection and reporting
  • Multiple pass type IDs, Apple enrolment URL and Google STUID capture where supported
Card/tag compatibility:
  • UID/CSN reading from all supported card/tag types including NFC Type 1 (Topaz), Type 2 (MIFARE Ultralight & NTAG), Type 3 (FeliCa), Type 4 (DESFire, T=CL & HCE), Type 5 (ICODE) & MIFARE Classic;
  • NDEF records from NFC Type 2, 3 & 4;
  • Block data from MIFARE Classic, Ultralight/NTAG (NFC Type 2) & ICODE (NFC Type 5);
  • Secure data reading from MIFARE Classic, MIFARE DESFire, MIFARE Ultralight AES.
Other NFC modes: Dynamic NFC format NDEF tag emulation with smart write-back; GymKit handoff
Pass IDs: 6 x Apple merchant IDs and 6 x Google collector IDs
Encryption key slots key slots: 6 x ECC key slots (for Apple & Google ID keys); 9 x Application key slots (for MIFARE Classic, DESFire, Ultralight AES and/or OSDP secure channel)
Encryption algorithms: NIST P-256 modes ECDH and ECDSA, HMAC SHA-256, AES-128 and AES-256 in CTR, GCM, CMAC and CBC modes, ANSI-X9.63-KDF & HKDF according to RFC5869 using HMAC-SHA256, key derivation following NXP AN 10922

USB interface

USB device types (can enable/disable as required):
  • USB Mass storage (for easy configuration, key loading & firmware updates);
  • Human Interface Device (standard barcode reader/keyboard emulation);
  • USB Virtual COM port (for configuration, file transfer and command interface, including OSDP over USB COM)
Connectors: Micro USB socket and 8-pin captive cable connector for USB and RS-232 (2mm pitch)
Operating system support: Windows, Linux, MacOS full support for keyboard emulation, virtual COM device and mass storage; Android support for keyboard emulation, virtual COM device; iPhone and iPad support

Serial interface

Serial interface types: RS232 plus 3v3 serial on expansion connectors
Serial connectors: 8-pin captive cable connector, optional 12-pin expansion connector, both 2mm pitch, FFC connector
Serial mode features: External barcode scanner input, VTAP command and OSDP modes, including support for secure configuration, encryption key & firmware updates. 3v3 serial interface for comms with embedded systems such as Raspberry Pi

Other features

Operator feedback: Buzzer and LED provide device status and tap transaction feedback from reader and/or connected device/application, with customised colours and buzzer frequency and sequences
Reader management: USB/serial interface using configuration text files that can be locked and encrypted firmware file for field upgrades
Input/Output options: Support for up to 255 serial RGB LEDs via expansion connector

Compliance / Certification

Apple VAS, Apple ECP2/Access, Google Smart Tap; Requires certification tests with chosen antenna, such as permissive change to FCC modular certification of VTAP50-OEM and/or tests to meet Apple ECP2 requirements, according to your use.

Manufacturer's part number: VTAP50-MOD
Country of origin: UK
HSF code: 85423910

Manufacturer: Dot Origin (www.vtapnfc.com)

Connection Method: Serial or USB

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Universal, compact embedded NFC reader board that supports a wide range of cards, tags and mobile credentials including Apple Wallet, Google Wallet and all MIFARE, DESFire and NFC tag types. Fully certified for VAS, Smart Tap and ECP2. Integral antenna and multiple host interfaces including USB, RS-232 and 3V serial, plus serial RGB LED support. Modular FCC certified for immediate integration.
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VTAP50 embedded NFC reader board - USB & Serial product image
VTAP50 embedded NFC reader board - USB & Serial
Universal, compact embedded NFC reader board that supports a wide range of cards, tags and mobile credentials including Apple Wallet, Google Wallet and all MIFARE, DESFire and NFC tag types. Fully certified for VAS, Smart Tap and ECP2. Integral antenna and multiple host interfaces including USB, RS-232 and 3V serial, plus serial RGB LED support. Modular FCC certified for immediate integration.
£ 114.00


In stock
VTAP50 embedded NFC reader board - USB & Serial product image
VTAP50 embedded NFC reader board - USB & Serial
Universal, compact embedded NFC reader board that supports a wide range of cards, tags and mobile credentials including Apple Wallet, Google Wallet and all MIFARE, DESFire and NFC tag types. Fully certified for VAS, Smart Tap and ECP2. Integral antenna and multiple host interfaces including USB, RS-232 and 3V serial, plus serial RGB LED support. Modular FCC certified for immediate integration.
In stock
£ 114.00

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VTAP50-OEM Datasheet

VTAP50-OEM_Datasheet.pdf
Datasheet for VTAP50 certified NFC reader board and VTAP50-MOD reader module from Dot Origin.
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