Description Durable, pocket-ready key fobs built on NXP MIFARE Classic EV1. Ideal for low-to-moderate security use cases like time & attendance, basic door access, and campus services that already run Classic infrastructure. Same chip family as the cards—just in a rugged fob that lives on a keyring. Why a Key Fob vs Card Always with the user: attaches to keys; fewer forgotten credentials. Rugged shell: better drop/abrasion resistance than PVC cards. Fast tap experience: tuned antennas for reliable reads at the reader. What this is (and what it is not) MIFARE Classic EV1 uses the legacy Crypto1 scheme. It’s fine for convenience and compatibility on existing Classic systems. It is not recommended for new, security-critical deployments. If you need modern crypto, go MIFARE DESFire EV3 or MIFARE Plus (SL3). We sell those too. Compatibility Works with most readers that support MIFARE Classic (13.56 MHz, ISO 14443 Type A). If you’re unsure, tell us your reader model and firmware—we’ll confirm. Security Note Classic EV1 is about compatibility and convenience, not modern crypto. If cloning resistance or strong auth matters, migrate to DESFire EV3 or Plus SL3. We can help plan a phased rollout while keeping your existing doors running. Personalization & Services UID capture & CSV, custom keys/sector programming Color coding and ring options for department or zone Turnkey provisioning via CardLogix Smart Toolz™ (CCU, Winplex™ API, CardAppz™) Custom Printing & Laser Engraving Services This card can be delivered blank or fully personalized. We support: Printing technologies: UV inkjet, direct-to-card (DTC), and retransfer Static data: Logos, branding, fixed text, color backgrounds Variable data: Names, IDs, account numbers, serialized ranges Codes & tracking: Barcodes, QR codes, and other machine-readable marks Laser engraving: High-durability text, IDs, and security elements Contact us for help matching your printing and serialization format to your existing PACS or ID system.
