A quick and dirty project description
So my plan was to build an LF RFID reader into my phone case, for login and password etc.
With a T5577 chip, this can be changed easily and as frequently as I choose, especially in the situation of a password compromise.
I like a low profile phone case, so I needed a small form factor reader, I chose this
~ USD $8
They make an HF version and an LF version, that look identical
The also come with a micro and Type C adapter
The plan was something like this ( or LF Board and antenna side by side above the NFC antenna if it affected performance )
I wanted to keep clear seperation between the HF and LF antennas, for when I was using my NExT.
I generally use Wireless charging so I was happy to dedicate my charging port to this added functionality
A ribbon cable and low profile Type C plug was the plan for this.
and connect that to the internals by removing and replacing the Readers Type A
I carry a spare T5577 card in my case, So I would have to remove this
The layout was to look something like this ( As per plan above )
A couple of things to note
Results of some quick testing; it only reads EM410X
I only tested further with HID Prox, and FDX-B that didn’t work
The antenna is an OK size, but testing with the xFD showed it was optimal on the long sides only
( brighter in person )
It reads an xSeries ( in EM410X ) though my case
HOWEVER
- There is constant power to the reader
This is both a good thing, and a bad thing
THE GOOD
You can wake your phone with an implant
You can set your pin to login immediately
( 2 swipes and you are in )
Tested with fob on video, but it also works with implant
THE BAD
This constant power usage, was a power sacrifice I wasn’t willing to make,
for this reason, I decided not to continue with the build.
I did consider embedding a power switch to the case,
but that removes the fluidity of the build I was going for
There is still another option for those that may want to use it, Its not elegant but it does work…
as per the video, just carry the reader with you.
Anyway, I said it would be quick and dirty and hope it was of some interest to somebody