The MIFARE Classic 1K pack includes 1,000 hard PVC cards in CR80 format with your design printed and an NXP MIFARE Classic EV1 1K chip. It is the most widely used chip in access control, hotel locks, canteens and e-purses, so it works with most installed readers.
The card your access system already understands
MIFARE Classic 1K splits its memory into 16 sectors, each with its own keys. One card can open the door, clock you in and pay in the cafeteria, and each application only reads its own part.
The EV1 version is the toughest in the family: it handles up to 200,000 writes and keeps data for 10 years. With your design printed and an ID number on each card, the credential is ready to hand out.
Technical specifications
| Chip |
NXP MIFARE Classic EV1 1K |
| Standard |
ISO/IEC 14443-A |
| Frequency |
13.56 MHz |
| Memory |
1 KB in 16 sectors of 4 blocks |
| Identifier |
4-byte UID |
| Format |
ISO CR80, 85.60 x 53.98 x 0.76 mm |
| Material |
Hard PVC |
| Printing |
Full-colour offset on one or both sides, matte, gloss or UV varnish. Optional ID |
| Write cycles |
Up to 200,000 |
| Data retention |
10 years |
| Security |
CRYPTO1 encryption with two keys per sector |
| Minimum order |
Pack of 1,000 cards |
| Delivery time |
20 calendar days (custom product) |
| Datasheet |
Download the MIFARE Classic EV1 1K chip datasheet |
Who this MIFARE Classic pack is for
- Hotels: room keys that work with MIFARE locks.
- Companies: staff cards for access, clocking in and printers.
- Universities and schools: student cards for classrooms, library and canteen.
- Events and venues: cashless systems with the balance stored on the card.
How to order
- Upload your artwork in the product options or send it to orders@nfcstock.com. Vector files (PDF, AI or SVG) or high resolution work best, with 2 mm bleed.
- Choose the quantity. The 1,000-card pack costs €900, and there is a 5,000 pack for large installations.
- We produce your order and ship it within 20 calendar days.
- Tell us if you need the cards encoded, with your own keys or with a specific numbering and we will set it up before shipping.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a custom printed NFC card take to arrive?
Custom printed NFC cards are made to order, and production and delivery take 20 calendar days. If you need them for a specific date, such as an event or an opening, order with time to spare or contact us first to confirm.
Does it work with a phone?
That is not what it is for. MIFARE Classic does not follow the NFC Forum standard, so iPhone cannot read it and many Android phones cannot either. It is built for access control readers, hotel locks, time and attendance and cashless systems. If you want to open a link from any phone, choose a card with an NTAG213 or NTAG216 chip.
Is it compatible with my current access system?
If your reader or lock works with MIFARE Classic 1K at 13.56 MHz, yes. It is one of the most widely used chips in access control. Before a large order we recommend getting a sample and testing it on your installation.
Need fewer than 1,000?
For orders from 500 units, the custom printed MIFARE Classic 1K PVC card has the same chip and is sold by the unit.
