HID 40021B-D14 Crescendo 144K FIPS iCLASS 32K Prox Smart Card - White Plastic - 100 Unit Pack
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Product Features
Technical Overview
The Crescendo 144K card operates on proximity technology, enabling contactless authentication at compatible HID readers. It integrates iCLASS secure identity platform features with 32 kilobytes of memory for storing multiple credentials, access rules, and user data.
FIPS 201 certification ensures the card meets federal standards for personal identity verification, making it suitable for government, corporate, and high-security environments. The card's plastic construction provides durability for daily use while maintaining a low-profile, lightweight design.
This section brings together practical product details such as Technology, Color Family, Product Color, Product Material, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
This smart card streamlines access control deployment with ready-to-use credentials that work seamlessly across HID PACS ecosystems. Its combination of security, convenience, and bulk packaging reduces administrative overhead and accelerates rollout timelines.
These strengths make the product easier to deploy and manage in real environments, especially where reliability, usability, and day-to-day operational continuity matter. Notable benefits include Enhanced Security, Operational Efficiency.
Enhanced Security
FIPS 201 and iCLASS encryption provide robust protection against credential cloning and unauthorized access, supporting multi-factor authentication scenarios.
- 32K memory for flexible credential storage
- Secure identity verification standards
Operational Efficiency
The 100-unit pack minimizes ordering frequency and simplifies inventory management for large-scale installations.
- Reduced per-card handling
- Consistent batch performance
Deployment / Use Cases
Deploy the Crescendo 144K cards across corporate campuses, government facilities, healthcare institutions, and educational environments where standardized access control is critical. Their compatibility with HID PACS ensures integration with existing reader infrastructure and central management systems.
Use these cards for employee badging, visitor management, time and attendance tracking, or secure area access. The white color offers high visibility and supports custom printing or encoding for visual identification alongside electronic authentication.
This section brings together practical product details such as Technology, Color Family, Product Color, Product Material, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Enterprise Access Control
Issue to staff and contractors for daily building entry, floor access, and secure room authentication within HID-based systems.
High-Security Facilities
Leverage FIPS 201 compliance for federal buildings, data centers, or research labs requiring validated identity credentials.
Highlights
- FIPS 201-compliant iCLASS smart card with 32K memory
- Proximity technology for contactless authentication
- White plastic construction for durability and visibility
- Compatible with HID Physical Access Control Systems (PACS)
- Packaged 100 units per box for bulk deployments
- 5-year limited warranty with 1-year contact chip coverage
- Manufactured in the United States
- Supports secure identity verification and credential storage
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ASSA ABLOY |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 40021B-D14 |
| Brand Name | HID |
| Product Line | Crescendo |
| Product Model | 144K |
| Product Name | Crescendo 144K FIPS iCLASS 32K Prox |
| Packaged Quantity | 100 Unit |
| Product Type | Smart Card |
| Product Information | |
| Technology | Proximity Card |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | White |
| Product Color | White |
| Product Material | Plastic |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | HID Physical Access Control Systems (PACS) |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 5 Year |
| Additional Warranty Information | 1 year for contact chip |
User Manual
FAQ
What technology does this HID smart card use?
This card uses proximity technology combined with HID's iCLASS secure identity platform. It operates contactlessly with compatible HID readers, storing credentials in 32 kilobytes of memory while meeting FIPS 201 standards for personal identity verification.
Is this card compatible with existing HID access control systems?
Yes, the Crescendo 144K FIPS iCLASS 32K Prox card is designed for compatibility with HID Physical Access Control Systems (PACS). It works seamlessly with HID readers and management software, supporting integration into established access control environments without requiring system upgrades.
What is the warranty coverage for this smart card?
HID provides a 5-year limited warranty for the overall card, with additional coverage of 1 year specifically for the contact chip. This warranty supports reliable long-term use in access control deployments, backed by manufacturer assurance.
How many cards come in each package?
Each package contains 100 smart cards, making it suitable for bulk deployments, large-scale employee badging, or inventory stocking. This pack size reduces per-unit handling and streamlines procurement for organizations managing hundreds or thousands of credentials.
What are the physical characteristics of this card?
The card is made of white plastic with a standard credit-card form factor. Its solid white color offers high visibility for printing or encoding, while the plastic material ensures durability for daily use in access control readers and badge holders.
Where is this HID smart card manufactured?
This card is manufactured in the United States, supporting quality control and supply chain transparency. Domestic production aligns with procurement requirements for government or regulated industries that prefer U.S.-made security products.
What connectivity or interface options are available?
Connectivity details help confirm how the product integrates with your network, accessories, and surrounding peripherals before rollout or replacement planning. They are often the difference between a technically compatible device and one that is genuinely easy to deploy.
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