Custom Print rfid smart NXP MIFARE Plus 2K card manufacturer

Our NXP MIFARE Plus EV1 2K RFID smart card is a contactless 13.56 MHz card designed for secure access control, employee identification, campus cards, transportation, closed-loop payment, and other smart card applications. Built with an original NXP MIFARE Plus 2K IC, the card combines a familiar ISO/IEC 14443A interface with a sector-based memory structure and advanced security capabilities.

We manufacture custom RFID smart cards with professional offset or digital printing, personalized numbering, encoding, and multiple material and finishing options. Whether you need standard white RFID cards for system integration or fully customized cards for an access control program, we can supply cards according to your application and personalization requirements.

NXP MIFARE Plus® EV1 2K Card Key Features

– Card dimensions: 85.5 x 54mm
– Thickness: 0.86±0.04mm
– Material: PVC, PET, ABS, PET-G, etc.
– Surface: lamination (gloss/mate)
– Chip: MIFARE Plus® EV1 2K (NXP original) 
– IC Memory: UID 7 Byte, User 2K Byte
– Frequency: 13.56MHz
– RF Protocol: ISO/IEC 14443A & 18000-3
– Read and Write
– Data storage time: minimum 10 years
– Operating temperature: -20 to +60°C
– Storage temperature: -20 to +65°C

Two versions of MIFARE Plus

MIFARE Plus is available in two versions: MIFARE Plus X and MIFARE Plus S.

• The MIFARE Plus X (MF1PLUSx0y1), offers more flexibility to optimize the command flow for speed and confidentialityIt offers a rich feature set including proximity checks against relay attacks
• The MIFARE Plus S (MF1SPLUSx0y1) is the standard version for the straight forward migration of MIFARE Classic systemsIt is configured to offer high data integrity

Target Applications

Smart City

1. Access management such as employee, school or campus cards
2. Closed loop micropayment
3. Electronic toll collection
4. Public transportation

Other RFID Products

Available chips

Remark:
MIFARE and MIFARE Classic are trademarks of NXP B.V.
MIFARE DESFire are registered trademarks of NXP B.V. and are used under license.
MIFARE and MIFARE Plus are registered trademarks of NXP B.V. and are used under license.
MIFARE and MIFARE Ultralight are registered trademarks of NXP B.V. and are used under license.

Why Choose a MIFARE Plus 2K RFID Card?

A smart card is more than a plastic card with an RFID antenna. The IC, memory organization, security configuration, antenna performance, printing quality, and personalization process all affect the final performance of an RFID card system.

MIFARE Plus 2K is designed around a sector-and-block memory architecture that is familiar to many MIFARE-based systems. This makes it particularly useful for organizations upgrading existing contactless card infrastructure while looking for a path toward stronger security.

Compared with simple RFID cards used mainly for identification, MIFARE Plus cards can support applications where card data and authentication need to be managed more carefully.

Key benefits include:

• Original NXP MIFARE Plus IC
• 2 KB non-volatile memory
• 7-byte UID option
• 13.56 MHz contactless communication
• ISO/IEC 14443 Type A interface
• Sector-based memory organization
• Support for secure authentication mechanisms
• Suitable for migration-oriented card system designs
• Custom printing and personalization
• Multiple card materials and finishing options
• Suitable for high-volume OEM and project orders

MIFARE Plus 2K Memory Structure

The 2K version of MIFARE Plus uses a block and sector organization derived from the MIFARE architecture. The 2 KB EEPROM is organized into 32 sectors, with each sector containing four 16-byte blocks.

The sector-based structure is useful for applications that need to separate different types of data or define access conditions for individual sectors.

The actual amount of memory available for application data depends on how the card is configured because certain blocks are used for manufacturer information, keys, access conditions, and other system functions.

For this reason, 2 KB EEPROM should not automatically be interpreted as 2 KB of freely available user data. Your reader and card software should be designed around the actual memory map and security configuration of the selected IC.

MIFARE Plus Security

Security is one of the main reasons organizations choose MIFARE Plus technology instead of a basic RFID identification chip.

MIFARE Plus supports security levels that can provide a migration path from legacy MIFARE Classic-based systems toward stronger security. Depending on the specific MIFARE Plus version and configuration, AES-based security can be used for authentication, data integrity, and communication protection.

This architecture is especially useful for organizations that already have a large installed card and reader infrastructure.

Instead of replacing an entire contactless system at once, a migration strategy can allow card technology and system security to be upgraded in stages.

For security-sensitive projects, card security should always be evaluated as part of the complete system. The reader, secure key management, backend software, card personalization, authentication process, and access-control policy all contribute to the final security level.

MIFARE Plus X vs MIFARE Plus S

MIFARE Plus has been offered in different variants, including MIFARE Plus X and MIFARE Plus S. They are not identical products and should not be selected solely based on the same memory capacity.

MIFARE Plus X was designed to provide additional flexibility for optimizing command flow, speed, and confidentiality, including proximity-check functionality. MIFARE Plus S was positioned as a more straightforward option for migration from MIFARE Classic systems.

Important: NXP currently lists MIFARE Plus S 2K/4K as no longer manufactured. If your project specifically requires MIFARE Plus S, availability and replacement options should therefore be confirmed before ordering. For new projects, ask us to confirm the currently available NXP chip version before production.

MIFARE Plus 2K vs MIFARE Classic 1K

MIFARE Plus is often considered when an existing system is based on MIFARE Classic technology and the customer wants to improve the security architecture without completely redesigning the card infrastructure.

The two technologies are related, but they should not be treated as interchangeable cards in every system. Reader firmware, authentication commands, keys, security level, card configuration, and backend software must all be checked before replacing one card type with another.

MIFARE Plus 2K vs Other RFID Card Technologies

Choosing an RFID card depends on the required memory, security, compatibility, and application architecture.

MIFARE Plus 2K is generally more appropriate when your system is based around the MIFARE Classic-style sector/block architecture and you need a migration-oriented security solution.

For new applications requiring a flexible multi-application architecture, advanced cryptography, or complex file management, a MIFARE DESFire product may be more appropriate. We can help compare the available IC options according to your reader and software requirements.

Custom Printed MIFARE Plus 2K Cards

We manufacture custom printed RFID smart cards for companies, system integrators, access control providers, schools, transportation operators, and other organizations.

The card surface can be customized with your company logo, employee information, card number, QR code, barcode, photographs, colors, or other graphic elements.

Available customization options include:

• Full-color custom artwork
• CMYK offset printing
• Digital printing for variable designs
• Sequential numbering
• QR codes and barcodes
• Signature panels
• Magnetic stripe options when required
• Matte or glossy surface
• Personalized cardholder information
• Variable data printing
• RFID chip encoding
• Individual UID or data mapping where supported

For large projects, we can also coordinate card printing and electronic personalization as part of the same production process.

RFID Card Encoding and Personalization

For projects involving access control or identification, printing alone is often not enough. The RFID card may also need to be encoded before delivery.

Depending on the application, personalization can include:

1. Card UID recording
2. Application data encoding
3. Sector configuration
4. Key or authentication configuration
5. Employee or student ID association
6. Barcode or QR code matching
7. Database-based data mapping
8. Sample card verification

For security reasons, sensitive authentication keys should be handled according to the customer’s established key-management procedure. We can discuss the required personalization workflow before mass production.

If your software system requires a specific data format, please provide the reader model, card command requirements, memory map, and sample card information. This allows us to verify compatibility before production.

Applications of MIFARE Plus 2K RFID Cards

MIFARE Plus technology is suitable for a wide range of contactless applications.

Access Control

Use MIFARE Plus cards as employee badges, visitor cards, membership cards, or building access cards. The contactless interface allows users to present the card to an RFID reader without physical contact.

Employee Identification

Custom printed employee cards can combine a professional visual identity with RFID functionality. The same card can be used for identification and access management when supported by the customer’s system.

School and Campus Cards

Schools and universities can use RFID smart cards for campus access, library services, identification, and other controlled applications.

Public Transportation

MIFARE technology is widely associated with contactless transportation applications. Depending on the system architecture and security requirements, MIFARE Plus can be considered for migration-oriented transportation projects.

Closed-Loop Payment

For closed-loop environments, RFID smart cards can be used to identify cardholders and support stored-value or account-based transactions. The payment architecture must be designed and secured by the system provider.

Parking and Toll Applications

Contactless RFID cards can also be used in parking and electronic toll-related systems where the card technology and reader infrastructure are compatible.

Card Materials and Construction

Different projects require different card materials and physical characteristics. We can provide MIFARE Plus cards in several common materials, including PVC, PET, ABS, and PET-G, depending on the required application.

Standard CR80 card dimensions are approximately 85.5 × 54 mm. Custom thicknesses and special constructions can be discussed depending on the antenna, chip module, printing process, and application requirements.

RFID Card Quality Control

Consistent quality is important for RFID cards because both the electronic and printed components need to meet project requirements.

Our production and inspection process can include:

• Visual inspection
• Card dimension inspection
• Surface and printing inspection
• RFID read/write testing
• UID verification
• Encoding verification
• Antenna performance testing
• Sample approval before mass production
• Packaging inspection

For customized projects, we recommend approving a pre-production sample before starting the full order. This provides an opportunity to verify card appearance, RFID performance, reader compatibility, and encoding requirements.

Standard Packaging

For standard orders, the cards can be packed in white boxes with 200 RFID cards per box. Multiple boxes can then be packed into an export carton.

Packaging can be adjusted according to order quantity, transportation requirements, and customer branding.

Normal package :200pcs rfid cards  into white box .5 boxes /10boxes /15boxes into one carton.

How to Order Custom MIFARE Plus 2K Cards

To receive an accurate quotation and compatibility recommendation, please provide as much of the following information as possible:

1. Required NXP chip model
2. Card quantity
3. Card size and thickness
4. Card material
5. Printing artwork or logo
6. Required UID format
7. RFID encoding requirements
8. Reader model
9. Existing card model, if replacing an old card
10. Required packaging
11. Delivery destination
12. Target production schedule

If you are replacing an existing MIFARE Classic card, sending a sample card or providing the current chip model can significantly reduce compatibility risks.

Why Work With a Custom RFID Card Manufacturer?

For RFID projects, the card supplier should be able to coordinate more than printing. Chip selection, antenna construction, card lamination, encoding, quality control, and packaging all influence the final product.

As an RFID card manufacturer, we can provide an integrated service from chip selection and card design to printing, personalization, testing, and delivery.

Our available RFID and NFC chip options include MIFARE Classic, MIFARE Ultralight, NTAG213/215/216, MIFARE Plus, MIFARE DESFire, and ISO/IEC 15693 products such as ICODE. This allows customers to compare different technologies before committing to a production specification.

For projects with an existing reader system, we recommend confirming the exact IC and security configuration before ordering large quantities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a MIFARE Plus 2K card?

A MIFARE Plus 2K card is a 13.56 MHz contactless smart card using a MIFARE Plus IC with 2 KB EEPROM memory. It uses a sector/block memory structure and is designed for applications such as access control, transportation, identification, and migration from legacy MIFARE systems.

Is MIFARE Plus 2K compatible with MIFARE Classic?

MIFARE Plus was designed to provide a migration path from MIFARE Classic infrastructure. However, compatibility depends on the selected security level, card configuration, reader firmware, authentication method, and application software. A direct card replacement should therefore be tested before mass production.

Can you print our logo on the MIFARE Plus card?

Yes. We can provide custom full-color printing with logos, photographs, numbers, QR codes, barcodes, and other artwork according to your requirements.

Can the cards be encoded before shipment?

Yes. RFID encoding and personalization can be provided when the project requirements are clearly defined. Please provide the required memory structure, data format, reader information, and personalization instructions.

What is the reading distance of a MIFARE Plus card?

The practical reading distance depends on the RFID reader, antenna design, card construction, operating environment, and reader power. The actual range should be verified with the customer’s specific reader rather than treated as a fixed value for every card.

Can you provide samples?

Yes. Samples can be arranged for compatibility testing and artwork approval before mass production. For an existing system, testing a sample card with the actual reader is recommended.

What is the minimum order quantity?

The MOQ depends on the card material, printing method, chip model, encoding requirements, and customization level. Contact us with your required quantity and specifications for a project-specific quotation.

Can you produce other RFID cards?

Yes. In addition to MIFARE Plus 2K, we can supply other 13.56 MHz RFID and NFC cards, including MIFARE Classic, MIFARE Ultralight, NTAG, MIFARE DESFire, and selected ISO/IEC 15693 products.

Request a MIFARE Plus 2K RFID Card Quote

Looking for custom NXP MIFARE Plus 2K RFID smart cards for an access control, employee ID, campus, transportation, membership, or other contactless application?

Send us your required quantity, chip specification, artwork, card material, encoding requirements, and delivery destination. Our team can confirm the available chip version, recommend a suitable card construction, arrange samples, and prepare a quotation for your project.

For an existing RFID system, we strongly recommend providing the current card model or reader information before production. This helps verify card compatibility and reduces the risk of ordering an RFID card that does not work with your existing infrastructure.