13.56MHz Mifare Desfire EV1 4K RFID Blank Cards Pack of 100
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The MIFARE DESFire EV1 4K
(NXP model MF3ICD41) is a high-security, multi-application
contactless smart card IC operating at 13.56 MHz. It is part of NXP's
premium DESFire family, designed for applications requiring robust encryption
(AES/3DES), a flexible file system, and reliable performance in public
transport, access control, and e-government systems.
1. Core Definition
The DESFire EV1 4K is a passive
(battery-free) ISO/IEC 14443-4 compliant chip featuring 4 KB (4096
bytes) of EEPROM memory. Unlike older MIFARE Classic cards, it functions as
a true smart card with a dedicated cryptographic co-processor and an
operating system that supports multiple isolated applications on a single card.
2. Key Technical
Specifications
|
Parameter |
Specification |
|
Chip Model |
NXP MF3ICD41 (DESFire EV1
4K) |
|
RF Standard |
ISO/IEC 14443-4 Type A (NFC
Forum Tag Type 4) |
|
Frequency |
13.56 MHz (HF) |
|
Memory Size |
4 KB EEPROM (configurable into files) |
|
Data Rates |
106, 212, 424, 848
kbit/s (high-speed) |
|
Operating Distance |
Up to ~10 cm (practical),
up to ~1 m (theoretical with optimized reader) |
|
Security |
AES-128, 3DES, DES; Common Criteria EAL4+ certified |
|
Write Endurance |
~500,000 cycles |
|
Data Retention |
>10 years |
|
Multi-Application |
Supports up to 28
different applications on one card |
3. Memory & File
System
The 4 KB memory is managed
via a flexible file system (not raw sector blocks like MIFARE Classic):
- File Types:
Supports Standard Data, Value (for e-purse), Linear Record, and Cyclic
Record files.
- Structure:
Up to 28 Applications (App IDs), with up to 32 files per application.
- Access Rights:
Each file has configurable access permissions (Read/Write) tied to
cryptographic keys.
4. Security Features
- Hardware Crypto:
Dedicated co-processor for AES-128, 3DES, and DES
encryption. Data on the RF channel is fully encrypted.
- Authentication:
Mutual three-pass authentication (ISO/IEC 7816-4 based).
- Anti-Tear Mechanism:
Hardware protection against data corruption during sudden removal from the
RF field.
- Privacy:
Supports Random ID (RID) mode to prevent tracking of the card's
unique 7-byte UID.
5. Common Applications
- Public Transportation:
Electronic ticketing, season passes, and multimodal fare systems.
- Secure Access Control:
Corporate and government building access (PACS).
- E-Government:
National ID cards, health cards, and social benefit cards.
- Campus Cards:
University IDs combining access, library, and payment.
- Closed-Loop Micropayment:
Vending machines, canteens.
6. Advantages over
MIFARE Classic
|
Feature |
MIFARE DESFire EV1
4K |
MIFARE Classic 4K |
|
Security |
AES-128, EAL4+ (Secure) |
Crypto1 (Broken/Vulnerable) |
|
Memory Model |
File System (Flexible) |
Fixed Sectors (Rigid) |
|
Speed |
848 kbit/s (Fast) |
106 kbit/s (Slow) |
|
Reliability |
Anti-tear (Safe) |
No anti-tear protection |
Summary
The MIFARE DESFire EV1 4K is a high-performance, secure IC ideal for modern contactless systems that require fast transactions, multiple applications, and resistance to cloning. Its 4 KB memory and AES encryption make it a preferred choice for transit operators and enterprises moving away from legacy MIFARE Classic technology.