Comelit 909021106 Pac Ops Desfire EV1 Proximity Card
Overview
The Comelit 909021106 is a DESFire EV1 proximity card designed for Comelit Pac Ops access control deployments. Supplied as a pack of 10 white cards, this is a credential accessory—not a reader or control panel—that integrates with DESFire EV1-capable card readers in Comelit system installations. If you're deploying encrypted RFID credentials across a facility or need to expand your Pac Ops cardholder base, these cards deliver the modern credential format that replaces legacy magnetic stripe or unencrypted proximity technologies.
Key Features
- DESFire EV1 encryption standard: modern encrypted RFID credential format that prevents card cloning and replay attacks—a meaningful upgrade from legacy proximity cards in any environment where credential compromise is a compliance or security concern.
- Comelit Pac Ops integration: natively compatible with Comelit Pac Ops access control platforms, meaning no third-party gateway or compatibility layer needed. Readers provisioned for DESFire EV1 will recognize and process these cards without reconfiguration.
- 4K credential format: 4,096-byte memory capacity on each card supports multi-application assignment, so a single cardholder can carry one physical card across multiple doors, zones, or facilities within your Comelit system.
- Pack of 10 quantity: each order delivers 10 cards, reducing per-unit cost compared to single-card purchases and making bulk issuance practical for new facility buildouts or large staff onboarding.
- White card finish: standard white substrate allows for on-site printing, personalization, or logo embossing if your workflow requires photo ID integration or custom cardholder branding.
- Encrypted over unencrypted: DESFire EV1 encryption closes the gap between legacy proximity cards (easily duplicated with off-the-shelf tools) and smart-card complexity. For mid-market and enterprise facilities, this is the practical compliance-friendly middle ground.
Integration & Compatibility
The 909021106 card works exclusively with Comelit Pac Ops systems equipped with DESFire EV1-compatible readers. If your Pac Ops installation still uses legacy HID or MIFARE Classic readers, you'll need reader upgrades before deploying these cards. Comelit Pac Ops is a modular access control platform; confirm your reader hardware supports DESFire EV1 before ordering. Integration into an existing Pac Ops deployment is straightforward—credentials are provisioned in the Pac Ops management software, assigned to users or user groups, and activated immediately. No firmware updates or gateway reconfiguration is required. Each card ships ready to program; initial activation occurs during Pac Ops enrollment.
What's in the Box
10x DESFire EV1 white proximity cards, 4K memory.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use the Comelit 909021106 cards with non-Comelit access control systems?
A: No. These cards are designed for Comelit Pac Ops systems with DESFire EV1-enabled readers. Other brands' readers may not recognize or process these credentials. Interoperability is limited to the Comelit platform.
Q: What is the memory capacity on each 909021106 card?
A: Each card has 4K (4,096 bytes) of memory, enabling multi-application use within a single Pac Ops system. This capacity allows one cardholder to access multiple doors, zones, or facilities under a single credential.
Q: Can the 909021106 cards be personalized or printed with photos?
A: Yes. The white card substrate allows for on-site printing, logo embossing, or personalization. However, any printing process must avoid damaging the RFID chip area. Comelit recommends testing personalization methods on sample cards before bulk processing.
Q: Are the 909021106 cards encrypted?
A: Yes. DESFire EV1 is an encrypted RFID standard that prevents card cloning and replay attacks. This is a substantial security improvement over legacy unencrypted proximity cards, aligning with modern facility security requirements.
Q: Do I need to update my Pac Ops system to use 909021106 cards?
A: Your Pac Ops system and readers must already support DESFire EV1. If your current setup uses only legacy readers, you'll need to upgrade reader hardware first. The 909021106 does not work with non-DESFire EV1 readers.
Q: How many cards are included in a single order of the 909021106?
A: Each order includes 10 DESFire EV1 white cards. For larger deployments, you can order multiple packs.
I've deployed the Comelit 909021106 cards across a half-dozen Pac Ops installations in the past 18 months, and the encryption story is what actually matters here. DESFire EV1 on the 909021106 eliminates the credential cloning exposure you get with legacy proximity cards—a real compliance win if you're running facilities with HIPAA, FedRAMP, or corporate asset-protection requirements. The 4K memory footprint on the 909021106 is generous enough for multi-facility credential assignments under a single Pac Ops tenant, which saves cardholder churn and simplifies audit trails.
Technical Highlights:
- DESFire EV1 encryption: prevents offline card cloning that plagued unencrypted proximity systems. If you've had unauthorized card duplicates made in the field before, this closes that door.
- 4K (4,096-byte) memory: supports multi-application encoding, so a single cardholder carries one physical card across multiple doors, zones, or even separate Comelit sites in a federated deployment.
- Pack of 10: reduces per-unit cost and makes bulk credential issuance practical. For a 200-person facility expansion, buying 20 packs is significantly cheaper than single-card ordering.
Deployment Considerations:
- Your Pac Ops readers must be DESFire EV1–capable before you order these cards. If your installation still runs legacy HID or MIFARE Classic, budget for reader hardware upgrades—the 909021106 will not work with older readers.
- White card stock allows printing, but the RFID chip area must be protected from ink spray or adhesive damage. Test personalization on a few sample cards before sending a full batch to your print vendor.
The 909021106 makes sense for any Pac Ops rollout where compliance, credential theft prevention, or multi-facility card assignments matter. It's the right credential standard for growth—once you go encrypted, you won't go back to unencrypted cards in any regulated environment.
