NXP Semiconductors MF0AESH2000DA8J

Overview

MF0AESH2000DA8J from NXP Semiconductors is a contactless smart IC designed for limited-use ticketing and RFID key cards managed by a single entity. It implements AES-128 mutual authentication, offers 144-byte user memory in 36 pages of 4 bytes each, supports ISO/IEC 14443-3A compliance, and features dual input capacitance (50 pF) optimized for MOA8 module form factors used in wristbands, key fobs, and thin tickets.

For engineers reviewing the MF0AESH2000DA8J datasheet, MF0AESH2000DA8J pinout, MF0AESH2000DA8J application, or MF0AESH2000DA8J equivalent, key selection considerations include 50 pF antenna tuning compatibility, 7-byte UID with optional Random ID privacy mode, ECC-based originality signature verification, and support for NFC Forum Tag Type 2 configuration via NDEF.

Technical Context

The MF0AESH2000DA8J integrates an AES coprocessor, TRNG, CMAC engine per NIST SP 800-38B, and digital control unit managing state transitions across IDLE, READY1/2, ACTIVE, TRACEABLE, and AUTHENTICATED modes. Its RF interface operates at 13.56 MHz with 106 kbit/s data rate and supports anti-collision via double-size UID resolution.

Memory organization includes 240-byte EEPROM (60 pages × 4 bytes), with 144 bytes user-programmable, 32-bit OTP, configurable lock bits per page/block, and dedicated AES key storage at pages 48–55. Security primitives include 3-pass AES-128 authentication, optional CMAC for command/response integrity, and one-way 24-bit counters with optional AES protection.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

MF0AESH2000DA8J is supplied in the MOA8 plastic leadless module carrier package (35 mm tape), integrating the die with antenna contacts LA and LB. No external passive components are required; the 50 pF input capacitance is internally tuned for direct connection to optimized loop antennas.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar contactless limited-use IC applications.

Compared with MF0AESH2000DA8J, MF0AES2000DA8 requires antenna redesign for 17 pF resonance and lacks MOA8's mechanical robustness, while MF0AESH2001DUF demands full RF layout ownership and forfeits plug-and-play module qualification-making MF0AESH2000DA8J optimal for rapid deployment in wristband, fob, or thin-ticket formats.

Availability

MF0AESH2000DA8J is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for public transport ticketing, hospitality RFID key cards, event entry systems, and loyalty program vouchers requiring stable component supply, certified security, and compact form factor support.

Supply support for MF0AESH2000DA8J includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.

Manufacturer

NXP Semiconductors is a global semiconductor leader specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, IoT, and identification markets, with core expertise in contactless IC design and Common Criteria–certified security architectures.

The MF0AESH2000DA8J belongs to the MIFARE Ultralight AES family, engineered specifically to extend NXP's limited-use ticketing platform with hardware-accelerated AES-128 and privacy-enhancing Random ID-targeting cost-sensitive, high-volume deployments in transit and access control.

FAQ

What is the primary function of MF0AESH2000DA8J in a contactless system?

The MF0AESH2000DA8J serves as a secure, limited-use contactless IC for applications such as transit tickets and RFID key cards. It performs cryptographic authentication, stores encrypted user data in 144-byte EEPROM, and interfaces with ISO/IEC 14443-3A readers via its LA/LB antenna terminals. Its 50 pF input capacitance is specifically tuned for MOA8 module integration in compact form factors.

How does MF0AESH2000DA8J differ from standard MIFARE Ultralight variants?

Unlike legacy MIFARE Ultralight ICs, MF0AESH2000DA8J integrates hardware AES-128 coprocessing, supports 3-pass mutual authentication, enables optional CMAC message integrity, and provides ECC-based originality signature verification. It also adds Random ID functionality and expands memory protection with configurable lock bits per page and block-features absent in non-AES Ultralight derivatives.

Is MF0AESH2000DA8J compliant with NFC Forum Tag Type 2 specifications?

Yes, MF0AESH2000DA8J can be configured to comply with NFC Forum Tag Type 2 technical specifications. This allows it to support NDEF data structure configurations as defined in NFC Forum standards, enabling interoperability with NFC-enabled smartphones and readers for applications like tap-to-launch URLs or app handover in event ticketing.

What security certifications apply to MF0AESH2000DA8J?

MF0AESH2000DA8J holds Common Criteria EAL3+ certification targeting basic attack potential (AVA_VAN.2). This validates resistance against logical attacks including side-channel analysis and fault injection under defined threat models. The certification covers the full IC stack-including AES coprocessor, TRNG, and EEPROM interface-as documented in NXP's official CC evaluation report.

Can MF0AESH2000DA8J be used in wearable form factors like wristbands?

Yes, MF0AESH2000DA8J is explicitly designed for wearable and compact applications. Its 50 pF input capacitance matches MOA8 module antenna requirements, enabling reliable operation in thin, flexible substrates such as silicone wristbands or polyester key fobs-without requiring external matching components or antenna retuning.