NXP Semiconductors MF3D4301DUD/00Z
- Part No.:
- MF3D4301DUD/00Z
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- RFID, RF Access, Monitoring ICs
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- Die
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Product details
Overview
MF3D4301DUD/00Z from NXP Semiconductors is a contactless multi-application smart card IC compliant with ISO/IEC 14443A, featuring Common Criteria EAL5+ hardware and software security certification, 4 kB non-volatile memory, 17 pF input capacitance, and support for AES-128 and 3DES cryptographic engines. It enables secure public transport ticketing, micro-payment, and access management systems requiring high integrity and privacy protection.
For engineers reviewing the MF3D4301DUD/00Z datasheet, MF3D4301DUD/00Z pinout, MF3D4301DUD/00Z application, or MF3D4301DUD/00Z equivalent, key selection considerations include EAL5+ certification level, 4 kB NV memory capacity, Transaction MAC file support, backward compatibility with MIFARE DESFire EV2/EV1/D40, and optional Random ID for enhanced privacy in NFC-based service deployments.
Technical Context
The MF3D4301DUD/00Z implements a dedicated contactless interface compliant with ISO/IEC 14443-2/3A and ISO/IEC 14443-4, supporting data rates up to 848 kbit/s and configurable frame size (FSCI) up to 256 bytes. Its on-chip analog front-end includes rectifier, modulator, demodulator, and voltage regulators optimized for 13.56 MHz RF field coupling without battery.
It executes a secure real-time operating system with mutual three-pass authentication, virtual card architecture, proximity check, and originality check. The memory management unit (MMU) enforces strict isolation between applications-each limited to 32 files across six types-and supports transaction-oriented anti-tear with integrated transaction timer to prevent Man-in-the-Middle attacks.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| RF Interface | ISO/IEC 14443 Type A compliant; enables interoperability with global NFC readers and legacy MIFARE infrastructure. |
| Non-volatile Memory | 4 kB; sufficient for multiple independent applications (e.g., transit + loyalty + access), each with up to 32 files. |
| Input Capacitance | 17 pF; optimized for standard antenna designs in smart cards and thin-form-factor tickets. |
| Cryptographic Engine | AES-128 and 3DES hardware acceleration; provides confidentiality and integrity for secure messaging and encrypted data transfer. |
| Security Certification | Common Criteria EAL5+ (HW & SW); meets banking-grade and e-passport security requirements. |
| File Types | Six supported: Standard Data, Backup Data, Value, Linear Record, Cyclic Record, and Transaction MAC; enables flexible data modeling per use case. |
| Transaction Integrity | Automatic anti-tear mechanism + Transaction Timer; guarantees atomic updates across multiple files and prevents delayed transaction completion attacks. |
Pinout & Package
MF3D4301DUD/00Z is supplied in FFC (Film Frame Carrier) wafer form-12-inch diameter, 120 μm thickness-with no discrete pins or terminals. As a bare die contactless IC, it interfaces exclusively via inductive coupling to an external antenna coil; no electrical pinout applies.
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Mutual Three-Pass Authentication | Enables session-level security negotiation using AES-128 or 3DES keys before any data exchange, preventing unauthorized access. |
| Transaction MAC File | Generates cryptographically signed transaction logs per application, enabling backend verification of authenticity and integrity. |
| MIsmartApp Delegated Management | Allows third-party application owners to manage their own applications without PICC-level privileges, supporting scalable multi-tenant service models. |
| Virtual Card Architecture | Supports dynamic card selection with privacy-preserving masking of AIDs during discovery, mitigating tracking in multi-service environments. |
| Proximity Check & Originality Check | Detects relay attacks and validates genuine NXP silicon, ensuring physical layer trust in high-security deployments like e-government IDs. |
Applications
| Secure Public Transport Ticketing | Multi-Application Smart City Card |
|---|---|
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Use Scenario: Contactless fare payment across buses, trams, and metro systems with offline validation capability. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secure storage and cryptographic execution platform for encrypted trip records, balance updates, and audit trails. Use Value: Enables seamless cross-operator travel with tamper-proof transaction logging via Transaction MAC and EAL5+ certified key management. |
Use Scenario: Single credential for citizen services including parking, bike sharing, museum access, and local e-payments. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Multi-application container with isolated file systems and delegated management (MIsmartApp) for independent service providers. Use Value: Eliminates need for multiple cards by securely hosting 32 files per application and supporting shared access across two apps in one transaction. |
| Secure Access Management | Micro-Payment and Loyalty |
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Use Scenario: Physical access control for corporate campuses or government facilities with time-based permissions. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Cryptographic authenticator enforcing role-based access rights using AES-128 keys and proximity check against relay attacks. Use Value: Prevents cloning and unauthorized entry through EAL5+-certified mutual authentication and Originality Check hardware sensors. |
Use Scenario: Closed-loop retail payments and point-of-sale loyalty redemption at vending machines or kiosks. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Value file handler with built-in backup and atomic update logic for balance consistency during power loss. Use Value: Ensures zero-balance corruption via automatic anti-tear and supports fast, offline transactions without network dependency. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar contactless multi-application IC applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MF3D4300DA4/00 | Same 4 kB memory and EAL5+ certification, but packaged in MOA4 (SOT500-2) module carrier instead of FFC wafer. | Designed for module integration into embedded readers or wearable devices rather than direct lamination into smart cards. | Select when requiring pre-packaged, solderable form factor with standardized footprint over bare-die wafer handling. |
| MF3DH4301DUD/00 | Identical 4 kB memory and feature set, but with 70 pF input capacitance for small-form-factor antennas (e.g., wearables, stickers). | Optimized for compact or curved antenna geometries where 17 pF would limit coupling efficiency or read range. | Select when antenna size constraints demand higher input capacitance to maintain reliable 100 mm operating distance. |
Compared with MF3D4301DUD/00Z, MF3D4300DA4/00 offers mechanical robustness and ease of SMT assembly at the cost of added package thickness and thermal mass, while MF3DH4301DUD/00 trades standard antenna compatibility for miniaturized deployment flexibility-neither is pin-compatible due to differing physical formats, but both retain identical command sets and security architecture.
Availability
MF3D4301DUD/00Z is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for secure public transport ticketing, smart city credentialing, and micro-payment systems requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and traceable sourcing from authorized channels.
Supply support for MF3D4301DUD/00Z 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 company specializing in secure connectivity solutions for automotive, industrial, and consumer applications, with leadership in RFID, NFC, and trusted execution technologies.
The MF3D4301DUD/00Z belongs to the MIFARE DESFire EV3 product line, engineered specifically for high-assurance contactless multi-application smart cards used in transportation, identity, and payment ecosystems demanding EAL5+ certification and future-proof cryptographic agility.
FAQ
What security certifications does MF3D4301DUD/00Z hold?
MF3D4301DUD/00Z holds Common Criteria EAL5+ certification for both hardware and software, meeting the same security assurance level required for banking cards and electronic passports. This certification covers its cryptographic engine, memory protection mechanisms, anti-tampering sensors, and secure boot process-all validated under CC evaluation. The MF3D4301DUD/00Z implements mutual three-pass authentication, Transaction MAC, Proximity Check, and Originality Check as part of this certified security envelope.
Does MF3D4301DUD/00Z support backward compatibility with older MIFARE DESFire systems?
Yes, MF3D4301DUD/00Z is functionally backward compatible with MIFARE DESFire EV2, EV1, and D40 (MF3ICD40) in its default delivery configuration. It supports legacy secure messaging modes (D40 Native, EV1, EV2) alongside its native EV3 commands. No infrastructure changes are needed to deploy MF3D4301DUD/00Z in existing EV2-based systems-new features like Transaction Timer or Virtual Card Architecture require explicit activation via updated firmware or host commands.
What is the memory capacity and organization of MF3D4301DUD/00Z?
MF3D4301DUD/00Z contains 4 kB of non-volatile memory with 25-year data retention and 1 million write endurance cycles. Memory is organized into applications identified by 3-byte AIDs; each application supports up to 32 files across six types (Standard Data, Backup Data, Value, Linear Record, Cyclic Record, Transaction MAC). File sizes are user-defined at creation, and applications operate in strict isolation enforced by the MMU and key hierarchy.
How does MF3D4301DUD/00Z handle transaction integrity during power loss?
MF3D4301DUD/00Z implements a transaction-oriented automatic anti-tear mechanism that ensures atomic updates across multiple files. When a transaction spans several files (e.g., deducting value and logging record), either all changes commit or none do-even during unexpected power removal. This behavior is reinforced by the Transaction Timer, which aborts incomplete sessions after a defined interval, preventing Man-in-the-Middle manipulation of transaction state.
What RF performance characteristics define MF3D4301DUD/00Z?
MF3D4301DUD/00Z operates at 13.56 MHz with 17 pF input capacitance, optimized for standard ISO/IEC 14443A antenna designs. It supports data rates up to 848 kbit/s, low Hmin operation enabling up to 100 mm read range (dependent on PCD power and antenna geometry), and configurable frame size (FSCI) up to 256 bytes. Its RF interface complies fully with ISO/IEC 14443-2/3A and -4, ensuring interoperability with all standard NFC readers and legacy MIFARE infrastructure.
MF3D4301DUD/00Z Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- Die
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Type:
- RFID Reader
- Frequency:
- 13.56MHz
- Standards:
- ISO 14443A
- Interface:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- -25°C ~ 85°C
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- Wafer
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of MF3D4301DUD/00Z?
All MF3D4301DUD/00Z units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with MF3D4301DUD/00Z, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The MF3D4301DUD/00Z part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for MF3D4301DUD/00Z:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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