RFID Smart Cards – MIFARE Classic, DESFire EV3, ST25TB, ICODE SLIX & Dual-Frequency

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RFID Smart Cards in Saudi Arabia: Five Chip Types, One Supplier

Finloyd supplies RFID smart cards for access control, time attendance, employee ID, hotel locks, cashless payment, library and asset tracking systems across Saudi Arabia. All five chip types below come as standard CR80 (85.6 × 54 mm) PVC cards with a printable surface. You can order them blank or printed with your logo, photo and employee data on any of the ID card printers we sell.

Which RFID Card Do You Need?

Card Standard Frequency Memory Security Best for
MIFARE Classic 1K S50 EV1 ISO 14443A 13.56 MHz 1 KB (16 sectors) Standard Access control, time attendance, hotel locks, canteen
MIFARE DESFire EV3 2K ISO 14443A 13.56 MHz 2 KB High (AES-128, EAL5+ chip) Government, banks, high-security access, payment
ST25TB512 ISO 14443B 13.56 MHz 512 bits Standard + anti-tearing counters Transit tickets, loyalty, event access
ICODE SLIX ISO 15693 13.56 MHz 1 Kbit Standard Libraries, asset tracking, long-range reading
EM4102 + MIFARE S50 EV1 EM4100 + ISO 14443A 125 kHz + 13.56 MHz 64-bit ID + 1 KB Standard Sites running old and new readers together

1. MIFARE Classic 1K S50 EV1 Card (ISO 14443A)

The most widely used 13.56 MHz card in the world. It has 1 KB of memory split into 16 protected sectors, so one card can run several applications at once, such as door access, attendance and canteen credit. It works with most ZKTeco, HID and Suprema readers and with hotel lock systems. A good choice for companies, schools and hotels that need a reliable, affordable card.

2. MIFARE DESFire EV3 2K Card (ISO 14443A)

NXP’s high-security card, built for places where cloning must not be possible. DESFire EV3 uses AES-128 encryption and a Common Criteria EAL5+ certified chip, and it works with systems built for DESFire EV1 and EV2. Choose it for government entities, banks, data centres, oil and gas sites, and any access system that needs real protection against card copying.

3. ST25TB512 Card (ISO 14443B)

A STMicroelectronics card that uses the ISO 14443B protocol. It has 512 bits of memory, a 64-bit unique ID and anti-tearing counters that protect the stored value if the card is pulled away mid-transaction. It is used for transit ticketing, loyalty schemes and systems that specifically need Type B cards.

4. ICODE SLIX Card (ISO 15693)

A vicinity card that can be read from a longer distance than ISO 14443 cards, depending on the reader and antenna. It is ideal for library management, document and asset tracking, and hands-free or vehicle access. It supports EAS (electronic article surveillance) and has a 64-bit unique ID.

5. Dual-Frequency Card: EM4102 (125 kHz) + MIFARE Classic 1K (13.56 MHz)

Two chips in one card: an EM4100/TK4100 125 kHz proximity chip and a MIFARE Classic 1K 13.56 MHz chip. Staff can use one card on older 125 kHz door readers and on newer MIFARE readers. This is the easiest way to upgrade an access control or attendance system step by step without reissuing cards twice.

Why Order RFID Cards from Finloyd?

  • Supplying security and ID solutions in Saudi Arabia since 2008
  • Cards, ID card printers, ribbons and readers from one supplier
  • Blank or custom-printed cards, with optional serial numbers
  • Help choosing the right chip for your existing readers
  • Delivery and support in Riyadh, Jeddah and Al Khobar

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between MIFARE Classic and DESFire EV3?

MIFARE Classic 1K is an affordable, widely supported card for everyday access control and attendance. DESFire EV3 uses AES-128 encryption and is much harder to clone, so it suits government, banking and other high-security sites.

Can I print on these RFID cards?

Yes. All five cards are CR80 PVC cards with a printable surface. They can be printed with logos, photos and employee data on Evolis, HID Fargo and Matica card printers.

Which card works with 125 kHz readers?

Only the dual-frequency card, which has an EM4102/TK4100 125 kHz chip as well as a MIFARE Classic 1K chip. The other four cards work at 13.56 MHz only.

Which card reads from the longest distance?

The ICODE SLIX card (ISO 15693). It reads from further away than ISO 14443 cards, but the actual range depends on the reader and antenna.

Do you deliver RFID cards across Saudi Arabia?

Yes. Finloyd delivers from Riyadh, Jeddah and Al Khobar. Contact us with the card type and quantity for a quote.

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