Esp32s3 sense with PN532 from elecrow

I really think if you get one of these…

you can do away with half your problems and get a few bonus as well

dont forget the case too… very handy

but the battery polarity is reverse from standard so you need to make up your own cable or switch the pins… i get a

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08T9FB56F

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M5AHF0Z

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0797NRXZY

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B096D8SCP6