{"product_id":"kit-rfid-inventory-tracker-v18","title":"RFID Inventory Tracker Variant 18","description":"\u003ch1\u003eESP8266 RFID Inventory Tracker — Log Item Check-Ins\/Outs with Timestamp to SD \u0026amp; Serve Inventory Over WiFi Browser\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"value-summary\"\u003eEvery part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs-strip\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-5 hrs\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15-18\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill:\u003c\/strong\u003e IoT Inventory Management\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImagine a system that automatically logs who borrowed which book from the lab, when it was returned, and shows current availability on any device connected to the same Wi-Fi network—all without a computer. This kit equips you to build precisely that: an ESP8266-powered RFID inventory tracker using the MFRC522 reader, a DS3231 real-time clock for precise timestamping, and a microSD module that stores every event. From CBSE lab asset tracking to a Smart India Hackathon prototype, you create a tool that brings RFID-based accountability into the hands of any maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Build\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standalone RFID terminal that reads tagged items—books, tools, equipment, components—records each check-in and check-out event with a timestamp to a CSV log on an SD card, and simultaneously serves a live inventory webpage. Any device on the local WiFi can browse the current status, see who has a specific item, and review the complete audit trail without needing an app or cloud service. The tri-colour LEDs give instant visual feedback for valid scans, errors, and system ready states.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInterfacing the MFRC522 RFID reader with ESP8266 over SPI and reading MIFARE Classic tags\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStructuring CSV log data on a microSD card—timestamp, tag UID, item name, action\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eServing dynamic HTML tables and status pages from the ESP8266’s web server\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKeeping precise real-time with the DS3231 RTC to stamp each transaction accurately even across reboots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eESP8266 NodeMCU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMFRC522 RFID\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRFID Tags\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDS3231 RTC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicroSD Module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5mm LED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10kΩ Resistors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100nF Caps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400-pt Breadboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM-M Wires\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex25\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicro USB Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ex1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFactor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSourcing Separately\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompoden Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility checks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou verify every part\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-tested as a system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuild support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForums and scattered tutorials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAI companion trained on this exact project\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTime to first working build\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDays of debugging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHours, with step-by-step guidance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping coordination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultiple sellers, multiple delays\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Kit Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis intermediate kit is built for CBSE Class 11-12 students who need a working IoT demo for practical records, B.Tech ECE\/EEE undergraduates developing a smart inventory project for lab viva or mini‑project submissions, and Smart India Hackathon teams prototyping a library or tool‑room management system. ATL Tinkering Lab mentors will find it a ready‑to‑deploy module for teaching RFID data logging, and it’s a compact solution for IIT, NIT, VIT, or BITS project submissions where real‑time asset tracking matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt and Backed by Compoden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project — accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat if I get stuck during the build?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eScan the QR code on the box to chat with the AI companion trained on this project. If you need human help, reach us via WhatsApp for step‑by‑step guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan I add more RFID tags later?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, any standard MIFARE Classic 1K or compatible tags work. You can expand the system to track dozens of items. Only the tag UID is logged, so physical labels are up to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWill this work without an internet connection?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The ESP8266 creates its own WiFi access point or joins your local router; the inventory page is served directly from the board with no internet dependency.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow do I view the inventory log?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpen a browser on any device connected to the same WiFi and enter the ESP8266’s IP address. You’ll see a real‑time table of items with tag IDs, timestamps, and current status, plus a downloadable CSV log from the SD card.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"kit-description\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eMFRC522 RFID reader logs item check-in\/out with timestamp to SD. 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