HF 13.56 MHzNXP

MIFARE Plus EV2

Name: NXP MIFARE Plus EV2
Brand: NXP

The NXP MIFARE Plus EV2 is an HF 13.56 MHz RFID tag IC, with 2 kB or 4 kB non-volatile memory organized in sectors with 16-byte blocks, operating at 13.56 MHz, under ISO/IEC 14443-A Type A, ISO/IEC 14443-4 ISO/IEC 7816-4.

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Frequency

13.56 MHz

Protocol

ISO/IEC 14443-A Type A, ISO/IEC 14443-4, ISO/IEC 7816-4

Memory

2 kB or 4 kB non-volatile memory organized in sectors with 16-byte blocks

Interface

RF contactless (LA/LB antenna pads), 17 pF or 70 pF input capacitance variants

Temp Range

-25°C to +85°C ambient, -55°C to +125°C storage

Form Factor

12-inch wafer (FFC, 120 µm thickness), MOA4 module, MOA8 module (SOT500-2, SOT500-4)

Full Specifications

Manufacturer	NXP
Frequency Category	HF 13.56 MHz
Frequency	13.56 MHz
Protocol	ISO/IEC 14443-A Type A, ISO/IEC 14443-4, ISO/IEC 7816-4
Memory	2 kB or 4 kB non-volatile memory organized in sectors with 16-byte blocks
Interface	RF contactless (LA/LB antenna pads), 17 pF or 70 pF input capacitance variants
Temperature Range	-25°C to +85°C ambient, -55°C to +125°C storage
Form Factor	12-inch wafer (FFC, 120 µm thickness), MOA4 module, MOA8 module (SOT500-2, SOT500-4)
Security	AES-128 authentication and encryption, 3DES, ECC-based NXP Originality Signature, Common Criteria EAL5+ certified, Transaction MAC (TMAC), anti-tearing, Random ID support

Engineering Brief

MIFARE Plus EV2 (MF1P(H)x2) is NXP's EAL5+ certified contactless smart card IC offering 2 kB or 4 kB of memory and backward compatibility with MIFARE Classic EV1 while supporting advanced AES-128 secure messaging, ECC-based originality signatures, and Transaction MAC for payment applications. It operates at 13.56 MHz per ISO/IEC 14443-A and ISO/IEC 14443-4, with three security levels (SL0 for personalization, SL1 for MIFARE Classic compatibility with optional AES, and SL3 for full AES-secured operation). Available in both 17 pF and 70 pF input capacitance versions to support standard cards and smaller form factors like key fobs and wristbands, it enables seamless infrastructure migration to higher security with features like Random ID, anti-tearing, proximity check, and virtual card architecture.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much memory does the MIFARE Plus EV2 have?

The MIFARE Plus EV2 is available in two memory configurations: 2 kB or 4 kB of non-volatile memory organized in sectors with 16-byte blocks.

Is MIFARE Plus EV2 backward compatible with MIFARE Classic?

Yes, MIFARE Plus EV2 supports backward compatibility with MIFARE Classic EV1 when operating in Security Level 1 (SL1), allowing seamless infrastructure migration while optionally adding AES authentication. Full AES-secured operation requires switching to Security Level 3 (SL3).

What security certifications does MIFARE Plus EV2 have?

MIFARE Plus EV2 is Common Criteria EAL5+ certified and supports AES-128 authentication and encryption, 3DES, ECC-based NXP Originality Signature, Transaction MAC (TMAC), anti-tearing protection, and Random ID for enhanced privacy and security in payment applications.

What are the different security levels in MIFARE Plus EV2?

MIFARE Plus EV2 operates in three security levels: SL0 for chip personalization, SL1 for MIFARE Classic compatibility with optional AES authentication, and SL3 for full AES-128 secured operation with advanced features like Transaction MAC and proximity check.

What is the difference between 17 pF and 70 pF MIFARE Plus EV2 variants?

The 17 pF input capacitance variant is designed for standard contactless cards, while the 70 pF variant supports smaller form factors like key fobs, wristbands, and compact transponders with different antenna characteristics.

Does MIFARE Plus EV2 support NFC communication?

Yes, MIFARE Plus EV2 operates at 13.56 MHz and complies with ISO/IEC 14443-A Type A and ISO/IEC 14443-4 standards, making it compatible with NFC infrastructure for contactless applications including payments and transit.

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