Contact modules are used to embed the integrated circuit into the smart card and to enable a physical connection between the card and the mobile phone or reader. Contact modules are typically used in Banking, Telecom and Government applications. They are, for instance, also used in other smart card applications like public transport and loyalty cards. Contact modules have to meet the highest requirements in terms of reliability, functionality and visual appearance.
Smart cards are pocket-sized cards with embedded integrated circuits. They can provide personal identification, authentication, data storage and application processing.
NedCard plays a major role in the rollout of secure chip cards for the banking and payment market by manufacturing modules in Europe and Asia.
NedCard's various cost-efficient package solutions for SIM cards meet the requirements of the fast changing mobile and telecommunications landscape.
NedCard's packaging technologies help governments around the world to issue secure, reliable and durable electronic identification documents to its citizens.
Other smart card applications like public transport, Pay TV, loyalty cards
Product | 6-pin contact module |
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Size | 8.0 x 10.62 mm |
Operating temperature | 0-70°C |
Storage temperature | 15-30°C |
Thickness | Standard 580 μm max for Banking and Government, 470 μm max for 4FF Telco |
Standards | CQM, ISO7816, ETSI |
Product | 8-pin contact module |
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Size | 11.40 x 12.60 mm |
Operating temperature | 0-70°C |
Storage temperature | 15-30°C |
Thickness | Standard 580 μm max for Banking and Government |
Standards | CQM, ISO7816, ETSI |
Advanced packaging technology enables reliable contact between chip and mobile phone or reader. NedCard offers various contact module solutions and cost efficient, high volume manufacturing so industry players can stay on top of their game. Open Tool specifications are available for standard contact module packages with detailed information, including drawings.
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