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NXP Semiconductors MF3DH9300DA4/01J
- Part No.:
- MF3DH9300DA4/01J
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Category:
- RFID, RF Access, Monitoring ICs
- Package:
- MOA4, Smart Card Module
- Datasheet:
-
MF3DH9300DA4/01J.pdf
- Description:
- IC RFID TRANSP
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Product details
Overview
MF3DH9300DA4/01J 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, 16 kB non-volatile memory, 70 pF input capacitance, and support for AES-128 and 3DES cryptographic engines. It serves as the secure core of transit cards, e-ID credentials, and multi-service smart city tokens.
For engineers reviewing the MF3DH9300DA4/01J datasheet, MF3DH9300DA4/01J pinout, MF3DH9300DA4/01J application, or MF3DH9300DA4/01J equivalent, key selection considerations include its 70 pF high-input-capacitance variant for compact antenna designs, Transaction MAC file support for backend-verified transactions, Virtual Card Architecture for privacy-preserving card selection, and backward compatibility with MIFARE DESFire EV2/EV1 infrastructure.
Technical Context
The MF3DH9300DA4/01J implements a dedicated ISO/IEC 14443-4 contactless interface with configurable FSCI up to 256 bytes, enabling high-speed data transfer at 106–848 kbit/s. Its on-chip analog front-end includes voltage, temperature, light, and glitch sensors for tamper resistance.
It executes mutual three-pass authentication using hardware-accelerated AES-128 or 3DES, supports up to 14 keys per application with multiple key sets (up to 16) and rolling mechanisms, and enforces transaction-oriented anti-tear integrity across all file types via an integrated Transaction Timer to prevent Man-in-the-Middle attacks.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Memory size | 16 kB NV memory - supports large-scale multi-application deployments such as unified transport + payment + access credentialing on one card. |
| Input capacitance | 70 pF - enables reliable RF coupling in small-form-factor cards and thin substrates where low-capacitance variants (17 pF) would underperform. |
| Security certification | Common Criteria EAL5+ (HW & SW) - meets banking-grade and e-passport security requirements for high-trust identity and payment applications. |
| Data transfer rate | Up to 848 kbit/s - reduces transaction time in high-throughput environments like metro gate readers and event turnstiles. |
| File system | Unlimited applications, 32 files/app, 6 file types including Transaction MAC - allows flexible, future-proof application structuring with cryptographically signed transaction logs. |
| Authentication | Mutual three-pass with AES-128 or 3DES - ensures session-level confidentiality and integrity for all command exchanges between reader and PICC. |
| Transaction integrity | Hardware-enforced anti-tear + Transaction Timer - guarantees atomic updates across multiple files and prevents delayed transaction completion by relay attackers. |
Pinout & Package
MF3DH9300DA4/01J is supplied in MOA4 plastic leadless module carrier package (SOT500-2), designed for embedding into smart cards and contactless modules. It has no external pins - RF coupling occurs exclusively via integrated coil interface (antenna terminals LA/LB shown in block diagram).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| LA / LB | RF antenna interface | Differential connection points for external loop antenna; optimized for 13.56 MHz operation with 70 pF input capacitance matching. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Virtual Card Architecture (VCA) | Enables privacy-preserving card selection in multi-VC environments by masking real AID during discovery - critical for citizen ID cards used across multiple municipal services. |
| Transaction MAC file | Generates application-level cryptographic MAC over transacted data using secret on-card key - provides verifiable proof of transaction authenticity to backend systems without exposing keys. |
| Proximity Check & Originality Check | Hardware-based countermeasures against relay attacks and counterfeit ICs - validates physical proximity to reader and authentic NXP silicon signature before allowing sensitive operations. |
| MIsmartApp delegated management | Allows third-party application providers to create and manage applications under PICC owner delegation - supports open ecosystem models for Smart City service integration. |
| Secure Dynamic Messaging (SDM) | Mirrors SDM payload as plain-text NDEF record - enables NFC-enabled smartphones to read transaction context (e.g., fare type, zone, timestamp) without requiring proprietary app. |
Applications
| Secure Public Transport Ticketing | Multi-Service Smart City Card |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: High-frequency tap-in/tap-out at metro gates and bus validators with offline balance updates and fare capping. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secure transaction engine performing mutual authentication, encrypted value file updates, and Transaction MAC generation per ride. Use Value: Enables sub-200 ms transaction time with guaranteed atomic balance update and backend-verifiable MAC - eliminating fare disputes and fraud. |
Use Scenario: Single credential for public transport, bike sharing, museum access, municipal e-payment, and student ID across city-wide infrastructure. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Multi-application host managing isolated application folders, shared files between transport and loyalty apps, and VCA-based privacy-aware card selection. Use Value: Eliminates need for multiple cards while preserving data isolation and enabling cross-service promotions via shared application management. |
| Secure Physical Access Control | Micro-Payment & Loyalty Token |
Use Scenario: Corporate or university campus access with time-based permissions, visitor pass issuance, and audit trail logging. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Cryptographic identity anchor supporting AES-128 authentication, application-specific key sets, and Proximity Check to prevent relayed access attempts. Use Value: Prevents unauthorized cloning and relay attacks while enabling dynamic permission updates over air without card reissuance. |
Use Scenario: Closed-loop e-wallet for cafeterias, vending machines, and retail kiosks with offline transaction capability and loyalty point accrual. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secure value file manager with backup-enabled cyclic records, Transaction Timer enforcement, and SDM-mirrored NDEF for smartphone balance visibility. Use Value: Supports fully offline micro-payments with tamper-proof transaction history and instant balance verification via NFC phone scan. |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MF3D9300DA4/01 | Same 16 kB memory and MOA4 package but 17 pF input capacitance - requires larger or higher-Q antenna for equivalent coupling efficiency. | Better suited for standard-size PVC cards with conventional antenna layouts; less optimal for ultra-thin or metal-integrated form factors. | Select MF3D9300DA4/01 when antenna design targets 17 pF impedance matching and cost-sensitive deployment without miniaturization constraints. |
| MF3DH8300DA4/00 | 8 kB NV memory, same 70 pF input capacitance, identical SOT500-2 package - lower memory density with unchanged RF performance. | Appropriate for single-purpose or dual-application use cases (e.g., transport-only or transport + access) where 16 kB overhead is unnecessary. | Choose MF3DH8300DA4/00 to reduce bill-of-material cost in volume deployments where application count and file complexity remain bounded. |
Compared with MF3DH9300DA4/01J, MF3D9300DA4/01 trades RF coupling flexibility for broader antenna compatibility, while MF3DH8300DA4/00 retains the 70 pF advantage but constrains scalable multi-application growth - making MF3DH9300DA4/01J optimal for future-proof, high-density smart city credentialing.
Availability
MF3DH9300DA4/01J is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for secure public transport ticketing, multi-service smart city credentialing, and micro-payment token applications requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and certified security compliance.
Supply support for MF3DH9300DA4/01J 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 identification markets, with leadership in contactless ICs and embedded security.
The MF3DH9300DA4/01J belongs to the MIFARE DESFire EV3 product line, engineered specifically for high-assurance, multi-application contactless smart cards deployed in transit, government ID, and secure access ecosystems.
FAQ
What security certifications does the MF3DH9300DA4/01J hold?
The MF3DH9300DA4/01J holds Common Criteria EAL5+ certification for both hardware and software, validated against the highest assurance level required for banking cards and electronic passports. This certification covers its cryptographic accelerators (AES-128, 3DES), secure boot, tamper sensors, and secure messaging protocols - all integral to the MF3DH9300DA4/01J's trusted execution environment.
How does the 70 pF input capacitance of MF3DH9300DA4/01J impact antenna design?
The 70 pF input capacitance of MF3DH9300DA4/01J allows robust RF coupling with smaller, lower-inductance antennas - ideal for thin smart cards, wearable tokens, or metal-embedded devices where space is constrained. Unlike 17 pF variants, it reduces sensitivity to antenna detuning and improves read range consistency in compact form factors, directly enhancing reliability of the MF3DH9300DA4/01J in demanding physical deployments.
Is MF3DH9300DA4/01J backward compatible with existing MIFARE DESFire infrastructure?
Yes, MF3DH9300DA4/01J operates in default MIFARE DESFire EV2 mode and is functionally backward compatible with all prior generations - EV2, EV1, and D40 - without firmware or reader modification. Legacy commands and secure messaging modes remain fully supported, ensuring seamless integration into installed base systems while enabling gradual adoption of new MF3DH9300DA4/01J features like Transaction MAC and Virtual Card Architecture.
What distinguishes the Transaction MAC file type in MF3DH9300DA4/01J from standard data files?
The Transaction MAC file in MF3DH9300DA4/01J generates a cryptographically signed MAC over transaction data using an application-specific secret key stored securely on-die - unlike standard data files, it provides verifiable, non-repudiable proof of transaction authenticity to backend systems. This feature is mandatory for audit-compliant fare collection and closed-loop payment schemes where MF3DH9300DA4/01J serves as the trusted transaction anchor.
Does MF3DH9300DA4/01J support NFC Forum Type 4 Tag functionality?
Yes, MF3DH9300DA4/01J is NFC Forum Type 4 Tag certified (Certificate ID 58652), enabling interoperability with standard NFC smartphones and readers. Its support for ISO/IEC 7816-4 APDU commands, NDEF mirroring via Secure Dynamic Messaging, and configurable ATS allows MF3DH9300DA4/01J to emulate a Type 4 tag while retaining full MIFARE DESFire EV3 security and multi-application capabilities.
MF3DH9300DA4/01J Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- NXP Semiconductors
- Series:
- -
- Package/Case:
- MOA4, Smart Card Module
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Type:
- RFID Reader
- Frequency:
- 13.56MHz
- Standards:
- ISO 14443A, ISO 7816-4, Mifare, NFC
- Interface:
- -
- Voltage - Supply:
- -
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
- PLLMC
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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 MF3DH9300DA4/01J part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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