NXP Semiconductors OM27160A1

Overview

OM27160A1 from NXP is an I²C-based NFC development board built around the PN7160 contactless controller IC, operating at 13.56 MHz with ≤40 μW RF output power and compliant with EU Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU for NFC applications in access control and secure transaction prototyping.

For engineers reviewing the OM27160A1 datasheet, OM27160A1 pinout, OM27160A1 application, or OM27160A1 equivalent, this kit provides a ready-to-use hardware platform to evaluate PN7160's I²C interface, ISO/IEC 14443 A/B reader functionality, and NFC Forum Tag Type 1–4 emulation support without custom PCB design.

Technical Context

The OM27160A1 implements the PN7160 as a standalone NFC controller with integrated firmware, supporting I²C host communication at up to 400 kHz and delivering ISO/IEC 14443-A/B polling, anticollision, and data exchange at 106–424 kbps. It requires no external RF matching components due to pre-tuned antenna layout.

This evaluation kit operates exclusively in the 13.56 MHz ISM band with fixed RF output ≤40 μW (−44 dBi), meeting EU regulatory limits for short-range NFC operation and eliminating need for additional RF certification testing during early-stage system validation.

Key Specifications

Availability

OM27160A1 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for NFC reader prototyping, secure credential validation, and contactless payment terminal development requiring stable component supply and pre-certified RF compliance.

Supply support for OM27160A1 includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor company specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and IoT applications.

The OM27160A1 belongs to NXP's PN7160 evaluation kit family, designed to accelerate NFC reader development by providing a certified, out-of-box functional platform for host system integration via I²C.

FAQ

What is the OM27160A1 used for?

The OM27160A1 is a dedicated evaluation kit for the PN7160 NFC controller, enabling rapid development of I²C-connected NFC readers. It supports ISO/IEC 14443-A/B card emulation and tag reading, and is intended for use in access control, transit ticketing, and secure authentication prototypes - not for end-product deployment.

Does the OM27160A1 include the PN7160 IC?

Yes, the OM27160A1 contains the PN7160 NFC controller IC mounted on-board, with pre-flashed firmware supporting I²C host communication and full ISO/IEC 14443-A/B protocol handling. No separate IC purchase or programming is required to begin evaluation.

Can the OM27160A1 connect directly to Arduino or Raspberry Pi?

The OM27160A1 does not have native Arduino or Raspberry Pi headers. It must be paired with the OM29110ARD-B (Arduino interface board) or OM29110RPI-B (Raspberry Pi interface board) to enable physical and electrical compatibility with those platforms.

Is the OM27160A1 FCC or CE certified?

The OM27160A1 carries a simplified EU Declaration of Conformity under Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU, covering CE marking for the 13.56 MHz band and −44 dBi RF output. It is not FCC-authorized; users integrating it into final products must perform their own FCC Part 15B evaluation.

Where can I find schematics and firmware for the OM27160A1?

Schematics, BOM, Gerber files, and firmware for the OM27160A1 are publicly available on the NXP website at nxp.com/design/:PN7160-EVK. The page also hosts getting-started guides, API documentation, and community-contributed examples specifically for the OM27160A1 platform.