MiFare Ultralight C RFID Card

The MIFARE Ultralight C RFID Card is a secure 13.56MHz contactless smart card designed for applications that require reliable NFC/RFID identification with enhanced security compared with standard Ultralight cards.

Powered by the NXP MIFARE Ultralight C contactless IC, the card features 3DES authentication, helping protect stored data and providing additional security for applications such as access control, ticketing, membership systems, loyalty programmes, event management and secure identification.

Operating at 13.56MHz and based on ISO/IEC 14443 Type A technology, the MIFARE Ultralight C provides fast, convenient contactless communication with compatible NFC and RFID readers.

The plain white PVC surface also makes the card suitable for custom printing, allowing businesses to add logos, branding, identification details, barcodes, QR codes or other personalised information.

Key Features

• NXP MIFARE Ultralight C contactless RFID/NFC technology

• Operating frequency: 13.56MHz

• ISO/IEC 14443 Type A compliant

• 3DES authentication for enhanced security

• Contactless read and write functionality

• Unique manufacturer-programmed identifier (UID)

• Compact memory suitable for identification, ticketing and authentication applications

• Fast contactless communication

• Plain white PVC card suitable for custom branding and printing

• No internal battery required

• Compatible with suitable 13.56MHz MIFARE and NFC reader/writer hardware

Typical Applications

The MIFARE Ultralight C RFID Card can be used for a wide range of contactless applications, including:

• Access control and identification

• Public transport and ticketing systems

• Event access and ticketing

• Membership cards

• Loyalty and rewards programmes

• Hotel and hospitality applications

• Visitor management

• Cashless systems

• Product authentication

• NFC and RFID development projects

Enhanced Security with 3DES Authentication

One of the key advantages of MIFARE Ultralight C is its support for 3DES (Triple DES) authentication.

This allows compatible systems to authenticate the card before performing protected operations, making the Ultralight C a better choice than basic contactless tags when an application requires an additional level of security.

The card is therefore well suited to projects where simple UID-based identification alone may not provide sufficient protection.

Technical Specifications

Chip: NXP MIFARE Ultralight C
Frequency: 13.56MHz
RF Standard: ISO/IEC 14443 Type A
Security: 3DES authentication
Technology: Contactless RFID / NFC
Read/Write: Yes
Card Material: PVC
Card Colour: White
Power: Passive – no battery required

MIFARE Ultralight C vs Standard NFC Tags

Standard NFC tags are ideal for applications such as website links, digital business cards and basic information sharing. The MIFARE Ultralight C is designed for applications where authentication and greater control over access to card data are required.

Its 3DES authentication capability makes it particularly useful for secure ticketing, controlled access, membership and identification systems.

Important Compatibility Information

Although MIFARE Ultralight C operates using 13.56MHz ISO/IEC 14443 Type A contactless technology, compatibility depends on the reader, software and application being used.

For security applications using 3DES authentication, the reader and software must specifically support the MIFARE Ultralight C authentication functions.

Always confirm compatibility with your existing RFID or NFC system before purchasing for an access-control or specialised application.