MIFARE DESFire Card Overview

MIFARE DESFire is a secure contactless smart card technology designed for identification, access control, transportation and multi-application systems.

We manufacture custom MIFARE DESFire cards for B2B projects, supporting EV1, EV2 and EV3 chip options with customized materials, printing, encoding and quality testing.

 

MIFARE DESFire Card Specifications

Specification	Details
Frequency	13.56 MHz
Standard	ISO/IEC 14443 Type A
Chip Options	DESFire EV1 / EV2 / EV3
Memory	2K / 4K / 8K
Size	CR80 (85.5 × 54 mm) or customized
Thickness	0.76 / 0.84 mm or customized
Material	PVC / PET / PETG / PC / Paper
Personalization	Printing / Numbering / QR
Encoding	Available
Sample Testing	Available
Mass Production	Available
Packaging	100 / 200 / 250 / 500 pcs or customized
MOQ	500 PCS
Lead Time	Typically 7–14 business days

 

DESFire EV1 vs EV2 vs EV3

DESFire Version	Best For	Typical Application	Typical Project Use
DESfire EV1	Legacy systems	Access control, transit	Existing systems & legacy applications
DESfire EV2	Multi-application systems	Campus, access, loyalty	For existing systems and projects requiring EV2 compatibility
DESfire EV3	New secure projects	Government, enterprise, transit	New secure RFID projects

 

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Applications

Access Control
Secure employee, visitor and facility access

Transportation
Contactless transit and fare collection applications.

Smart Campus
Student ID, access, payments and multi-service applications

Government & Enterprise ID

Secure identification and credential management

Membership & Loyalty
Membership identification and loyalty programs.

 

OEM Customization

Materials

PVC, PET, PETG, PC, paper, wood and other customized materials.

Printing & Finishing

Full-color printing, matte, glossy, epoxy, laser foil, QR codes and variable data.

Encoding

Chip encoding, serial numbering and customer-defined data are available based on project requirements.

 

Why Partner With Us

1. Direct Factory Supply
Work directly with the RFID card manufacturer for better production control and communication.

2. Sample Before Mass Production
Test cards with your existing reader/system before bulk production.

3. Quality Traceability
Production testing, encoding verification and batch inspection records are available when required.

4. Scalable Production
Up to 12 million cards per month, supporting both pilot orders and high-volume projects.

5. Stable Supply Chain
Integrated manufacturing resources help ensure reliable materials, production capacity, and long-term supply.

 

OEM Manufacturing & Quality

Our Quality Control Process

● Pre-Production Sample Verification

● RFID Readability & Performance Testing

● Encoding Accuracy Verification

● Print Quality & Appearance Inspection

● Final Batch Quality Inspection

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We manage the OEM process from card design to mass production. Samples are available for compatibility testing.

 

FAQ

What is the difference between DESFire EV1, EV2 and EV3?

EV1 is mainly for existing systems, EV2 offers expanded features for secure multi-application projects, and EV3 is the latest generation for new designs. 

 

Which MIFARE DESFire chip should I choose for my project?

Chip selection depends on application requirements, security level, memory needs, reader compatibility, and project lifecycle planning. Our team can support chip selection based on your project requirements.

 

What customization options are available?

We support custom materials, card design, printing, numbering, QR/barcodes and chip encoding.

 

Can I test DESFire samples with my existing system?

Yes. Samples are available for testing with your reader and system before bulk production.

 

Can you encode MIFARE DESFire cards for our system?

Yes. We support MIFARE DESFire card encoding based on your project requirements, including card data, numbering and customer-defined data structures. Sample cards can be tested with your system before bulk production to verify compatibility and encoding requirements.

 

Can you support long-term OEM production?

Yes. We support sample approval, bulk production, quality inspection and repeat orders for long-term OEM projects.

 

What information do you need for a DESFire card quotation?

Please provide the DESFire version, memory size, card material, quantity, printing requirements and encoding requirements.

 

What is your MOQ and lead time?

MOQ:From 500pcs; Lead time:7-14 business days, depending on the card type, customization level, printing requirements, and encoding needs. Blank cards can usually be delivered faster than fully customized printed and encoded cards.

 

How do you handle quality issues?

If a quality concern is reported, we review the batch details, inspect the production record, and identify the root cause. Depending on the case, we can support replacement, rework, or corrective action based on the agreed terms.