Dual Interface module

The Dual Interface module contains a chip that can operate in both contact and contactless mode, once embedded into a card and connected to an antenna. The module enables transactions either by making physical contact with a reader or using contactless technology from a distance through the connected antenna.
Dual Interface modules are today mainly used in banking applications. They have to meet the highest requirements in terms of reliability, functionality and visual appearance. Dual Interface cards are very popular as they simplify the way consumers make payments.

Smart cards

Smart cards are pocket-sized cards with embedded integrated circuits. They can provide personal identification, authentication, data storage and application processing.

Banking & Payment

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.

Key benefits

Reliable electronic connection
Guarantees long-life of the chip in the card
High-quality and cost-efficient solution
Meeting the highest requirements of the industry in terms of reliability, durability, functionality and visual appearance
Produced in maximum security factories

Target applications

For personal identification, authentication, data storage and application processing
For smart cards with contact and contactless capabilities
For payment, loyalty and identification cards

Key features

Various contact module solutions
6-pin or 8-pin contact module configuration
Various IC’s in same module possible
Gold or palladium surface finishing plus special colored solutions
Open Tool specifications for standard Dual Interface module packages
Customer specific design on request

Product	6-pin contact Dual Interface module
Size	8.0 x 10.62 mm
Operating temperature	0-70°C
Storage temperature	15-30°C
Antenna (external)	Typically wire, etched or printed is also possible
Antenna connection	Typically soldering, conductive glue, flex bump
Standards	CQM, ISO7816, ISO14443