PN7150B0HN/C11002Y - High-Performance NFC Controller | NXP | VFQFN-40
MPN: PN7150B0HN/C11002Y ✗ End of Life| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $5.2 | $5.20 |
| 10 | $4.75 | $47.50 |
| 100 | $4.1 | $410.00 |
| 500 | $3.65 | $1,825.00 |
| 1,000 | $3.25 | $3,250.00 |
PN7150B0HN/C11002Y Overview
An NFC controller (Near Field Communication controller) is a short-range wireless IC operating at 13.56 MHz that powers contactless identification, pairing, and payment transactions. NFC controllers belong to the broader category of RFID reader/writer ICs within the wireless connectivity IC family, bridging a host processor (via I2C or UART) to an inductive antenna and to in-field tags or peer devices. The PN7150B0HN/C11002Y targets plug-and-play integration, exposing NCI commands so the host runs the NFC Forum stack without low-level driver porting.
Key features include integrated firmware (no host-side stack port required), support for all NFC Forum modes (Reader/Writer, Peer-to-Peer, Card Emulation), a configurable host interface (I2C up to 3.4 Mb/s, UART), Dynamic Power Control (DPC) for automatic RF output adjustment, and a wide 2.3 V to 5.5 V supply range that simplifies integration with 3.3 V and 5 V hosts. The part also integrates an LDO, an AHB bridge, and contact-front-end EMC filtering.
The PN7150B0HN/C11002Y uses a Cortex-M0 microcontroller core to handle protocol processing on the silicon, offloading the host CPU. The integrated firmware exposes NCI 1.0 commands, allowing the same host stack (Linux, Android, Win IoT) to be reused across product variants. The RF front-end includes an LDO and matched drivers capable of driving typical antennas used in NFC Forum compliance tests.
Typical applications include mobile-payment terminals, smart-home hubs, access-control readers, IoT pairing stations, and NFC-enabled printers or POS peripherals. The part is also well suited to industrial HMI panels that need secure, standards-based wireless user authentication.
When designing with this IC, dedicate a clean 13.56 MHz antenna layout, observe the matching-component placement guidelines from NXP's hardware design guide, and route the host I2C/UART away from the antenna to avoid coupling. Provide a stable VCC and respect the exposed-pad PCB layout for thermal dissipation.
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PN7150B0HN/C11002Y Specifications (manufacturer-published)
| Function | NFC Controller (Reader/Writer, P2P, Card Emulation) |
| RF Frequency | 13.56 MHz |
| Supported Standards | FeliCa, ISO 14443 A/B, ISO 15693, MIFARE, NFC Forum Tag Types 1/2/3/4/5 |
| Host Interface | I2C, UART (NCI 1.0) |
| Supply Voltage | 2.3 V to 5.5 V |
| Package | 40-VFQFN Exposed Pad |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Integrated Firmware | Yes (NCI 1.0) |
| Operating Temperature | -30 C to +85 C |
| MSL Level | 3 (168 Hours) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Card Emulation Modes | Type A, Type B, FeliCa |
| Reader/Writer Modes | ISO 14443 A/B, ISO 15693, MIFARE Classic, MIFARE DESFire, NFC Forum T1T/T2T/T3T/T4T/T5T |
| Peer-to-Peer Mode | NFC Forum P2P (ISO 18092) - Initiator & Target |
| Dynamic Power Control | Yes (DPC) |
| Quantity per Reel | 4000 |
PN7150B0HN/C11002Y Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | GND — Ground reference |
| Pin 2 | VCC — Supply voltage 2.3 V to 5.5 V |
| Pin 3 | ANT_TX1 — Antenna TX output 1 |
| Pin 4 | ANT_TX2 — Antenna TX output 2 |
| Pin 5 | RX_N — Receiver negative input |
| Pin 6 | RX_P — Receiver positive input |
| Pin 7 | AUX — Auxiliary ADC / test pin |
| Pin 8 | VDDIO — Host interface I/O supply |
| Pin 9 | SCL — I2C clock (NCI host) |
| Pin 10 | SDA — I2C data (NCI host) |
| Pin 11 | IRQ — Host interrupt (active low) |
| Pin 12 | VEN — Host enable (active high) |
| Pin 13 | UART_TX — UART transmit (NCI host) |
| Pin 14 | UART_RX — UART receive (NCI host) |
| Pin 15 | RESET_N — Reset (active low) |
| Pin 16 | CLK_REQ — Clock request output |
| Pin 17 | GPIO0 — General purpose I/O 0 |
| Pin 18 | GPIO1 — General purpose I/O 1 |
| Pin 19 | GPIO2 — General purpose I/O 2 |
| Pin 20 | GPIO3 — General purpose I/O 3 |
| Pin 21 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 22 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 23 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 24 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 25 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 26 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 27 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 28 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 29 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 30 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 31 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 32 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 33 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 34 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 35 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 36 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 37 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 38 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 39 | NC — Not connected (per datasheet) |
| Pin 40 | EP — Exposed pad - thermal and ground |
Power & Thermal Characteristics
| Power Input | 2.3 V to 5.5 V |
| Operating Temperature | -30 C to +85 C |
Power input and thermal parameters for PN7150B0HN/C11002Y as published by the manufacturer.
Typical Applications
PN7150B0HN/C11002Y is suitable for 6 applications: NFC Mobile Payment Terminal, Smart Home Hub / IoT Pairing Station, Access Control Reader, POS Printer / Peripheral, Industrial HMI / Authentication Panel, Healthcare Device Pairing / Patient ID.
NFC Mobile Payment Terminal
The PN7150B0HN/C11002Y fits NFC mobile payment terminals because its integrated NCI 1.0 firmware offloads ISO 14443 A/B and FeliCa protocol handling from the secure host processor, reducing PCI PTS validation effort. With 2.3 V to 5.5 V supply it interfaces directly with 3.3 V secure elements and 5 V POS host MCUs without level shifters. Its Dynamic Power Control (DPC) regulates RF output against antenna mismatch so EMVCo and contactless limits are met even with small loop antennas. The 40-VFQFN exposed-pad package keeps the BOM small and the footprint matches NXP's other 13.56 MHz controllers, simplifying layout reuse across terminal families.
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Smart Home Hub / IoT Pairing Station
The PN7150B0HN/C11002Y is suited to smart-home hubs that use NFC for out-of-band Wi-Fi/BLE pairing and onboarding. Its I2C/UART NCI interface lets the hub MCU run a single NFC Forum stack across many product variants, shrinking firmware size. Card Emulation mode allows the hub itself to act as an NFC target for phone-driven configuration. The wide 2.3 V to 5.5 V supply simplifies direct connection to battery and USB rails commonly used in consumer gateways, and the integrated LDO removes the need for an external analog supply chain.
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Access Control Reader
The PN7150B0HN/C11002Y integrates ISO 14443 A/B and ISO 15693 readers plus FeliCa support, making it a single-IC solution for corporate, transit, and residential access-control readers. Its high RF output and Dynamic Power Control maintain read range across metal-mount housings and through wall plates. The exposed-pad NEC switches quickly between ISO 14443 (MIFARE DESFire credentials) and ISO 15693 (long-range tags), enabling multi-format installations without an external RF multiplexer. The 40-VFQFN exposed-pad package is small enough for slim reader form factors used in door mullions.
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POS Printer / Peripheral
Receipt printers and POS peripherals use the PN7150B0HN/C11002Y to add contactless loyalty, closed-loop payment, and tap-to-pair functions to existing equipment. Its plug-and-play NCI host interface allows the printer mainboard MCU to expose NFC without an OS port, and the part fits behind a printer bezel without forcing a thicker housing. Pairing with ISO 14443 Type A cards and FeliCa taps is supported out of the box, while Card Emulation mode lets the printer itself act as a credential when tapped by staff phones.
Recommended
Industrial HMI / Authentication Panel
The PN7150B0HN/C11002Y is used in industrial HMI panels that authenticate operators via contactless cards before granting machine access. Its ISO 14443 A/B and ISO 15693 support covers both legacy MIFARE Classic credentials and newer DESFire EV2/EV3 badges used in factory environments. The -30 C to +85 C operating range covers most shop-floor enclosures, and the integrated LDO removes the need for an extra analog supply chain in space-constrained panel designs. Its Peer-to-Peer mode supports tap-to-configure commissioning workflows during installation.
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Healthcare Device Pairing / Patient ID
The PN7150B0HN/C11002Y enables patient wristband scanning and clinician badge authentication on portable medical devices such as infusion pumps and diagnostic readers. Its integrated firmware removes the need for an OS port on embedded medical MCUs and accelerates IEC 62304 software safety classification. The Card Emulation mode allows the medical device itself to act as a credential for room-level check-ins, and the exposed-pad package is small enough to fit handheld medical enclosures. Note that IEC 60601-1 EMI/ESD qualification must be re-validated when integrating any 13.56 MHz RF source.
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Engineering reference data for PN7150B0HN/C11002Y — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PN7150B0HN/C11005Y | PN553 | NXP-NCI-NTF3020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors | NXP Semiconductors |
| Package | 40-VFQFN Exposed Pad | 40-VFQFN Exposed Pad - same | 40-VFQFN Exposed Pad - same | 40-VFQFN Exposed Pad - same |
| RF Frequency | 13.56 MHz | 13.56 MHz | 13.56 MHz | 13.56 MHz |
| Host Interface | I2C / UART (NCI 1.0) | I2C / UART (NCI 1.0) | I2C / UART (NCI 1.0) | I2C / UART (NCI 1.0) |
| Integrated Firmware | Yes (NCI 1.0) | Yes (NCI 1.0, alternate firmware) | Yes (NCI 2.0) | Yes (NCI 1.0) |
| Supply Voltage | 2.3 V to 5.5 V | 2.3 V to 5.5 V | 2.7 V to 5.5 V | 2.3 V to 5.5 V |
| Operating Temperature | -30 C to +85 C | -30 C to +85 C | -40 C to +105 C (extended) | -30 C to +85 C |
| Lifecycle Status | NRND | NRND | Active (recommended for new designs) | Active |
| RoHS / Lead-Free | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Key Differentiators
- Integrated NCI 1.0 firmware removes host-side NFC stack porting (vs ST25R3916)
- Wide 2.3 V to 5.5 V supply supports both 3.3 V and 5 V hosts directly (vs PN553)
- 40-VFQFN exposed-pad package with mature layout ecosystem (vs NXP-NCI-NTF3020)
Design Notes
Route the 13.56 MHz antenna traces with a controlled 50 ohm impedance and place the matching network (typically an EMC filter plus tuning caps) within 5 mm of the ANT_TX1/ANT_TX2 pins. According to the NXP PN7150 hardware design guide, the antenna loop area and Q must match the EMVCo/NFC Forum reference design or read range will degrade significantly.
Decouple VCC with a 1 uF X7R ceramic capacitor placed within 3 mm of the supply pin, and add a 100 nF X7R in parallel for high-frequency noise. The PN7150B0HN/C11002Y contains an internal LDO, but the host VDDIO rail still needs its own bulk reservoir when the I2C/UART lines run at full NCI throughput.
Do not tie the exposed pad (EP) to a noisy ground; it is both the thermal path and the RF ground reference, so use a star-ground topology that ties EP directly to the antenna ground plane. Firmware revisions C11002 and C11005 share silicon but differ in NCI command sets, so confirm your host NCI stack supports the chosen suffix before firmware bring-up.
Estimated: at continuous full-RF transmit and 5.5 V VCC, the PN7150B0HN/C11002Y dissipates under 0.5 W in the 40-VFQFN package. The exposed pad and at least 4 thermal vias to an inner ground plane keep junction rise below 20 C above ambient - adequate for the -30 C to +85 C operating range.
Compliance Information
RoHS and REACH compliance per NXP product environmental information. MSL 3 (168 Hours) moisture sensitivity. PN7150B0HN base part marked NRND by NXP - PN553 is the recommended successor for new designs.
