HF RFID Card – NXP® MIFARE® DESFire® EV2 4K – 85.6×54×0.88 mm
Price range: $415.00 through $569.00
The MIFARE® DESFire® EV2 4K HF RFID Card is a secure and high capacity contactless credential designed for modern digital systems requiring reliable performance and flexible integration.
With 4KB integrated memory and advanced encryption support, it enables efficient data management while maintaining strong protection and compatibility with existing MIFARE® infrastructures.
Frequency: HF 13.56 MHz
Chip Type: NXP® MIFARE® DESFire® EV2 4K
Protocol: ISO/IEC 14443-A, NFC Forum Type 4, ISO/IEC 7816-4
Read Range: Up to 10cm
EEPROM: 4096 bytes
Ideal for access control systems, public transportation ticketing, campus credentials, secure payment environments, and multi-application smart card deployments.
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What is the MIFARE® DESFire® EV2 4K RFID Card?
The MIFARE® DESFire® EV2 4K RFID card is a secure contactless smart credential developed for systems that require reliable identification and protected data exchange. Operating at 13.56 MHz and compliant with ISO/IEC 14443 standards, it belongs to a widely adopted family of high-security smart cards used in modern digital infrastructures.
Contactless smart card technology has become a core component in transportation networks, access management, and digital services worldwide. As systems evolve toward multi-application platforms and stronger security requirements, smart cards must support flexible data structures, secure authentication, and fast communication.
Designed to meet these demands, the MIFARE® DESFire® EV2 platform combines enhanced cryptographic protection with efficient transaction performance, enabling organizations to deploy scalable and future-ready RFID solutions.
Key Features
- Advanced cryptographic security supporting AES authentication
- Flexible memory architecture for multi-application environments
- High transaction speed for seamless user experiences
- Full compatibility with existing MIFARE® infrastructure
- Reliable contactless communication compliant with ISO/IEC 14443
How Does the MIFARE® DESFire® EV2 4K Work?
The MIFARE® DESFire® EV2 4K RFID card communicates with compatible readers using high-frequency contactless radio technology. When the card enters the electromagnetic field generated by a reader, it is powered wirelessly and establishes a secure communication session.
The card contains a microchip and antenna embedded inside the card body. The chip manages data storage, encryption processes, and authentication protocols. During a transaction, the reader and card exchange encrypted commands and responses, ensuring that sensitive information remains protected.
This architecture allows multiple independent applications to operate on a single card while maintaining strict security boundaries between them.
Applications and Benefits
Public Transportation
Transit operators can store digital tickets or travel credentials on the card, enabling fast tap-and-go validation and reducing passenger waiting times.
Access Control Systems
Organizations can use the card as a secure employee or visitor credential, enabling controlled entry to buildings, offices, or restricted areas.
Campus and Smart City Services
Universities and city programs can integrate multiple services such as identification, facility access, and digital payments into a single smart card.
Cashless Payment Environments
Retail environments and closed-loop payment systems can enable fast and secure transactions without physical contact.
By combining strong security architecture, flexible application capabilities, and reliable contactless communication, the MIFARE® DESFire® EV2 4K RFID card provides a trusted foundation for modern smart card systems.
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