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MIFARE Classic® EV1 1K / 4K card
SizeCR80--85.5*54mm (Be customized)
CraftGlossy, Matte, Matte, Epoxy (Single or Double), Brushed (Single or Double), Laser (Single or Double)
Thickness0.76mm / 0.84mm / or be customized
MaterialPVC, R-PVC, PLA, PC, PET, PET-G, Paper, Wooden, Teslin
Printing methodLaser code, flat code (gold flat code, white flat code, black flat code), inkjet code (ordinary inkjet code, UV inkjet code), embossed code (gold embossed code, silver embossed code), barcode (one-dimensional barcode, two-dimensional code barcode), QR code
RF InterfaceISO/IEC 14443-2, Type A 13.56 MHz
Chips
MIFARE Classic®
NXP MIFARE Classic® EV1 1k (S50)
NXP MIFARE Classic® EV1 4k (S70)
NXP MIFARE® Mini (S20)

MIFARE Classic EV1 1K / 4K Card – Factory Direct Since 2011


The industry-standard contactless smart card for access control and ticketing. MIFARE Classic EV1 1K and 4K Cards are built with NXP‘s proven MF1S50 (1KB) and MF1S70 (4KB) ICs – widely deployed in public transport, corporate access, campus ID, and loyalty programs worldwide .


Available in PVC, R-PVC, PET, ABS, and wood. Fully customizable with full-color CMYK printing, custom logo, sequential numbering, UID encoding, and sector key personalization.


As a professional factory established in 2011, we offer OEM / ODM services including card design, pre-encoding, key personalization, and bulk production.


MIFARE Classic® EV1 1K / 4K card

MIFARE Classic® EV1 1K / 4K card

MIFARE Classic® EV1 1K / 4K card

MIFARE Classic® EV1 1K / 4K card

Dimensions

85.5*54mm (customizable size and shape

Protocol

ISO14443A、ISO15693、ISO18000

Chips

NXP series: 

NTAG, Mifare, Mifare(Duox), Desfire, 

Ultralight, UCODE, ICODE

Card Surface

Glossy, matte, frosted, epoxy (single or double sided), brushed 

(single or double sided)

Materials

PVC, PLA, PETG, PET, TESLIN, wood, bamboo, RPVC, paper, etc

Operating frequency

13.56MHZ

Read/write distance

2.5-8cm

Data retention

10 years

Erase/write times

100,000 times

Printing

Silk screen printing, offset printing, digital printing, anti-counterfeiting printing, UV printing

Coding process

Inkjet code, laser code, flat code, embossed code, bar code, QR code


FAQ
What is a MIFARE Classic® EV1 card?
MIFARE Classic® EV1 is a contactless smart card based on 13.56 MHz HF RFID technology. It is widely used for access control, identification, transportation, and basic membership systems.

It is an upgraded version of the original MIFARE Classic series with improved performance and production stability.
What is the difference between MIFARE Classic EV1 1K and 4K?
The main difference is memory capacity.

1K card: 1024 bytes memory, suitable for basic applications
4K card: 4096 bytes memory, suitable for multi-application systems

The 4K version provides more storage space and is used in more complex RFID systems.
What frequency does MIFARE Classic EV1 use?
MIFARE Classic EV1 operates at 13.56 MHz, which is part of the HF (High Frequency) RFID range and compliant with ISO/IEC 14443A standard.
What are the typical applications of MIFARE Classic EV1 cards?
MIFARE Classic EV1 cards are widely used in:

Access control systems
Employee ID cards
Campus cards
Public transportation systems
Hotel key cards (basic systems)
Membership and loyalty programs
Time attendance systems
Is MIFARE Classic EV1 secure?
MIFARE Classic EV1 uses Crypto1 encryption for data protection.

It is suitable for:

Closed-loop systems
Low to medium security applications
Cost-sensitive RFID deployments

For higher security applications, MIFARE DESFire EV2/EV3 is recommended.
What is the read range of MIFARE Classic EV1 cards?
The typical read range is 2–10 cm, depending on the reader, antenna design, and installation environment.
Can MIFARE Classic EV1 cards be customized?
Yes. The cards can be fully customized, including:

Full color printing
UID encoding and chip programming
Logo and design customization
Barcode, QR code, or magnetic stripe integration
PVC / PET / ABS material options
What materials are available for MIFARE Classic cards?
Common materials include:

PVC (standard and most widely used)
PET (more durable and eco-friendly)
ABS (high durability for harsh environments)
What is the lifespan of a MIFARE Classic EV1 card?
The typical lifespan is 5–10 years, depending on usage frequency and environmental conditions.
What industries still use MIFARE Classic EV1 cards?
Despite newer chip generations, MIFARE Classic EV1 is still widely used in:
Legacy access control systems
Cost-sensitive projects
Large-scale ID card deployments
Basic transportation systems
Do you provide OEM customization for MIFARE Classic EV1 cards?
Yes. We provide full OEM/ODM services including:
Custom printing and branding
Chip encoding and data writing
UID management
Packaging customization
Bulk production for global projects
Email:sale@usocard.com
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