Category: rfid

RFID Gate Control with MQTT connectivity to Home Automation HUBs – 2nd part: HUB side SW and Final Product

In the previous blog post I described the device that can be installed at the gate to enable remote operation of the lock and an RFID reader feature.

In this post I am talking about the HUB side software (NodeRED and Home Assistant) and show the final PCB.

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RFID Gate Control with MQTT connectivity to Home Automation HUBs

This project started as I was looking for a cheap device that can:

  • Operate directly from 230V
  • Control devices via relays (for example welcome lights or gate opener coils)
  • Read RFID Tags
  • Connect to a Home Automation HUB in a wireless way
  • Accept numerous digital inputs (for example doorbell button)
  • Operate over MQTT

As a result of not finding any suitable device I decided to design my own one.

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