IC S50 Access Control Card in Sri Lanka

Looking for a suitable access credential for a Sri Lankan business or security project? The IC S50 is a Hikvision access control catalogue item. Issue access credentials to enrolled users where the access reader supports this card format. Check application requirements, availability and compatible accessories before ordering.

Key Features & Specifications

• 13.56 MHz IC card (Hikvision access control catalog)

Recommended Applications

Security and access control installations where the technical requirements and device compatibility match the site design.

What to Check Before Ordering

Confirm the exact model variant, required access credentials, integration needs, installation environment, power arrangement, supporting devices and current stock with Hikvision Colombo. A full door-access installation may require additional compatible equipment.

Why Order from Hikvision Colombo?

Get guidance on the right Hikvision access control equipment for your application. Product delivery is available across Sri Lanka; professional installation enquiries are accepted in Colombo, Gampaha and Kalutara. Ask our team for the current warranty terms and a complete installation quotation.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the Hikvision IC S50 Access Control Card?

It is a 13.56 MHz MIFARE 1 contactless smart card used for compatible electronic door access and employee identification systems.

2. Can IC S50 be used with a Hikvision fingerprint or face recognition terminal?

Yes, when the exact terminal model supports MIFARE 1 cards and the card is registered with the appropriate permissions.

3. Is IC S50 compatible with 125 kHz EM card readers?

No. It operates at 13.56 MHz and cannot be used with an EM-only 125 kHz reader.

4. Can the IC S50 card record employee attendance?

It can be used to identify employees through a compatible card-based attendance terminal. The terminal and management software perform attendance recording and reporting.

5. Does the IC S50 require a battery?

No. It is a passive RFID card that obtains power from the electromagnetic field generated by a compatible reader.

Hikvision IC S50 MIFARE 1 Access Control Card – Sri Lanka Buying Guide

The Hikvision IC S50 Access Control Card is a professional contactless RFID smart card designed for employee identification, electronic door access and compatible time attendance systems in Sri Lanka.

Operating at 13.56 MHz, the Hikvision IC S50 uses MIFARE 1 technology and supports ISO/IEC 14443A contactless communication. Its standard credit-card-style PVC format makes it convenient for everyday use in offices, factories, warehouses, hotels, educational institutions and commercial buildings.

Featuring 1 KB EEPROM memory, read/write functionality, passive RFID operation and a manufacturer-specified reading distance of up to 10 cm, the IC S50 offers a practical solution for businesses that require additional or replacement access cards for compatible security systems.

The card does not require a battery. It receives operating power from the electromagnetic field generated by a compatible RFID reader.

Key Features & Benefits

• 13.56 MHz MIFARE 1 Technology: Designed for compatible MIFARE access control readers and terminals.
• Contactless RFID Authentication: Employees can present the card near a compatible reader for identification and authorized door access.
• ISO/IEC 14443A Communication: Uses an established contactless smart card communication standard.
• 1 KB EEPROM Memory: Provides 1,024 bytes of onboard memory organized into sectors and blocks.
• Read/Write Functionality: Supports writing and reading data according to the reader's capabilities and the card's access conditions.
• Up to 10 cm Reading Distance: Manufacturer-specified maximum reading range; actual distance depends on the RFID reader and its antenna.
• 106 Kbps Data Transmission: Supports the specified contactless communication speed.
• Battery-Free Operation: Passive RFID design requires no internal battery or charging.
• Standard PVC Card Format: Convenient for employee badge holders, card wallets and compatible ID accessories.
• Compact Dimensions: Measures 85.5 × 54 × 0.8 mm.
• Lightweight Design: Easy to carry for everyday employee access.
• Manufacturer-Specified 10-Year Data Retention: EEPROM data retention under specified conditions.
• 100,000 Write Cycles: Manufacturer-specified EEPROM writing endurance.
• Anti-Collision Functionality: Supports anti-collision procedures for compatible RFID communication.
• Data Integrity Checking: Supports 16-bit CRC and other communication integrity mechanisms.
• CRYPTO1 Authentication: Uses the legacy MIFARE Classic authentication system.
• Employee Credential Management: Cards can be assigned to registered users and managed through compatible access control software.
• Bulk Business Applications: Suitable for issuing staff credentials or replacing lost and damaged cards.

Recommended Business Applications

Corporate Offices

Provide employees with access cards for authorized entry to office entrances, administration departments, staff rooms and restricted working areas.

The IC S50 can be used with compatible Hikvision MIFARE card readers and access control terminals.

Factories & Manufacturing Facilities

Issue cards to employees requiring controlled access to designated departments and staff entrances.

Compatible time attendance terminals can also use card-based identification for employee attendance events.

Hotels & Hospitality Businesses

Support compatible card-based access systems at staff entrances, administration offices, stockrooms and restricted service areas.

Hotel guest-room lock compatibility must be checked separately.

Retail Stores & Supermarkets

Provide authorized staff members with credentials for accessing stockrooms, cash offices, management departments and employee-only areas.

Warehouses & Distribution Centres

Manage registered employee access to warehouse offices, logistics departments and designated storage areas.

Educational Institutions

Provide compatible RFID access credentials for authorized staff and selected controlled entrances.

Commercial Buildings

Use the card with compatible electronic access systems serving offices, shared facilities and restricted departments.

How Does the Hikvision IC S50 Card Work?

The Hikvision IC S50 is a passive RFID smart card.

When the card is placed within the supported range of a compatible 13.56 MHz MIFARE reader, the reader generates an electromagnetic field that powers the card.

The card communicates with the reader through the ISO/IEC 14443A interface.

The connected access control terminal or controller then determines whether the presented credential is registered and authorized to enter the protected area.

If the credential is valid and the user has the required permissions, the access control system can release a compatible electronic door lock.

The IC S50 card itself does not contain a fingerprint scanner, face recognition camera, door-lock relay or attendance reporting software.

Important Factors Before Buying

• Confirm Reader Compatibility: Your existing terminal must support the required MIFARE 1 / MIFARE Classic 1K card format.
• Not Compatible with EM-Only Readers: A 125 kHz EM reader cannot read the IC S50 simply because both devices use RFID technology.
• Not Universal 13.56 MHz Compatibility: Readers restricted to DESFire, NFC applications or other credential formats may not support this card.
• Card Enrolment Required: The card must be registered and assigned to an authorized user in a compatible access control or attendance system.
• Access Permissions: The reader and management software determine which doors the cardholder may access.
• Read Range: The maximum 10 cm range is not guaranteed with every reader.
• Data Security: The legacy CRYPTO1 technology is not appropriate for applications requiring modern high-security cryptographic credentials. Consider stronger supported card technologies for sensitive access points.
• Lost Card Management: Lost or stolen access cards should be disabled immediately within the access management platform.
• Employee Attendance: Attendance functionality depends on the terminal and management software, not the card itself.
• Card Printing: Confirm whether the supplied PVC cards are suitable for your intended printing process before offering personalized ID card printing.
• Ordering Quantity: Verify whether the selling price is for one card or a larger pack.

Why Choose Hikvision IC S50?

The Hikvision IC S50 provides a convenient and economical way to expand an existing compatible MIFARE access control system.

Its standard card dimensions make it suitable for everyday employee use, while battery-free contactless communication reduces maintenance requirements.

Businesses can issue individual cards to authorized staff, replace damaged credentials or increase the number of registered users without replacing an existing compatible access control terminal.

For offices, factories, warehouses and commercial buildings already using MIFARE 1 readers, the IC S50 is a practical credential option.

Hikvision IC S50 vs DS-KEM125

Hikvision IC S50

• 13.56 MHz MIFARE 1 technology
• ISO/IEC 14443A
• 1 KB EEPROM memory
• Read/write functionality
• Suitable for compatible MIFARE readers

Hikvision DS-KEM125

• 125 kHz EM proximity technology
• Different RFID system
• Suitable for compatible EM readers

Buying Recommendation: Choose the card that matches your access control reader's required credential technology. The two models are not interchangeable.

Hikvision IC S50 vs S50+TK4100 Dual-Frequency Card

Hikvision IC S50

• MIFARE 1, 13.56 MHz
• Standard single-technology contactless credential

Hikvision S50+TK4100

• Combines 13.56 MHz and 125 kHz credential technologies
• Intended for compatible dual-technology applications

Buying Recommendation: Choose IC S50 when only compatible MIFARE technology is required. Consider S50+TK4100 when an access control project specifically requires both supported credential technologies, after confirming compatibility.

Hikvision IC S50 vs DS-K7M102-M Key Fob

Both credentials use 13.56 MHz MIFARE technology.

Hikvision IC S50 is a full-size PVC card suitable for cardholders and employee ID accessories.

Hikvision DS-K7M102-M is a compact key fob suitable for carrying with a keyring.

Choose the format that best matches how employees need to carry their credentials.

Professional Hikvision Installation & Technical Support in Sri Lanka

Energy CCTV Security Camera Solution provides professional installation, system configuration and technical support for Hikvision Access Control and Time Attendance Systems within Colombo, Gampaha and Kalutara districts.

Our technicians can assist with compatible access card reader selection, MIFARE card enrolment, employee registration, access permission management and system configuration.

Whether you require a few replacement employee cards or bulk credentials for a commercial building, factory, office or warehouse, our team can help confirm compatibility and provide a customized quotation.

Official Hikvision References

Hikvision IC S50 Official Technical Datasheet

Hikvision Access Control Product Catalogue – IC S50

Hikvision Access Control Brochure – Smart Cards & Accessories