Carbine CEL-RFID-ST-C MIFARE Sticker – White
The Carbine CEL-RFID-ST-C is a MIFARE 13.56MHz RFID sticker designed as an additional or replacement credential for Carbine CEL-3IN1 and CEL2 series digital locks. Sold individually, it is compatible with any CEL lock that reads MIFARE (ISO14443 Type A) credentials. See: Buyers Guide Ch03: RFID access methods.
Unlike the credit card format CEL-RFID card, this sticker is a 25mm circular disc with a metal-backed construction. Its primary use case is adhering to the back of a smartphone, allowing the phone to be presented to the lock as an RFID credential. It can also be adhered to any flat surface — a bag, lanyard holder, helmet, or similar — where a card format is impractical to carry.
The sticker operates at 13.56MHz using the MIFARE S50 chip standard (ISO14443 Type A). It is not compatible with EMV chips used in bank cards (Visa PayWave, Mastercard PayPass), which use ISO14443 Type B. Each sticker is enrolled directly through the lock’s programming mode — no separate programmer, software, or app is required.
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All five credential types are compatible with Carbine CEL-3IN1 and CEL2 RFID-capable locks. Choose the format that best suits your users:
- CEL-RFID — MIFARE Card (Blue/White) — credit card format; wallet/card-holder carry
- CEL-RFID-ST-C — MIFARE Sticker (White) — adheres to phone back, existing card, or any flat surface — This Product
- CEL-RFID-FOB — MIFARE Key FOB (Blue) — keyring attachment; suitable for high-frequency users
- CEL-RFID-WB — MIFARE Silicone Wristband (Blue) — hands-free access; suitable for gyms and wellness facilities
- CEL-RFID-UFOB — MIFARE Ultra FOB — compact premium keyfob; thinner profile than standard FOB
Key Features
- MIFARE S50 13.56MHz (ISO14443 Type A) — compatible with Carbine CEL-3IN1 and CEL2 digital locks.
- 25mm circular disc format — adheres directly to a smartphone, bag, lanyard card holder, or other flat surface.
- Metal-backed construction for durability and consistent read performance.
- Enrolled directly through the lock in programming mode — no separate reader, programmer, or app required.
- Operating temperature range of -25°C to 70°C.
- Sold individually — order the quantity required per user.
Suitable Uses
- Smartphone-based RFID access where the handset’s built-in NFC is not MIFARE-compatible — adhere the sticker to the back of the phone and present it to the lock like a card.
- Users who prefer not to carry a separate card or fob but have an incompatible NFC phone.
- Additional or replacement credential for an existing CEL-3IN1 or CEL2 installation.
- Issuing access to contractors, cleaners, or tradies without sharing a PIN code.
- Applications where the card format is impractical — helmets, tool bags, or wrist-worn holders.
What’s in the Box
- 1 × CEL-RFID-ST-C MIFARE Sticker (White)
Compatible Carbine Locks
CEL2-BT deadbolt models do not support RFID (greyed above). All leverset models and CEL2-3IN1 deadbolts are RFID compatible. See: Carbine CEL RFID Application List (PDF)
Full Specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
The sticker is the better choice when a user doesn’t want to carry a separate card — particularly when attaching a credential directly to a smartphone that is not MIFARE-compatible via its built-in NFC. It is also useful in industrial or trade settings where a wallet card is impractical: adhered inside a helmet, to a tool bag, or into a wrist-worn holder. For standard wallet carry, the CEL-RFID card is the simpler option.
The metal-backed construction can interfere with both the phone’s built-in NFC antenna and wireless (Qi) charging pads. Carbine recommends positioning the sticker toward the top of the phone, away from the main NFC antenna, to minimise interference with NFC-based phone functions. Avoid placing the sticker directly over a wireless charging coil — charging performance may be reduced or the sticker may be damaged over time from sustained heat exposure.
Any sticker using a MIFARE chip (ISO14443 Type A, 13.56MHz) is compatible with the CEL lock. This Carbine-supplied sticker uses the MIFARE S50 chip and is confirmed compatible. Third-party MIFARE stickers should work but are not Carbine-confirmed — verify the chip specification before purchasing generic alternatives. See: Carbine CEL RFID Application List (PDF)
On the CEL2 series, PIN codes and RFID credentials share a combined pool of 100 credentials. On the CEL2-BT leverset series, the pool is 200 combined credentials (PIN codes + RFID + 10 separate Bluetooth users). Check the user guide for your specific model to confirm the limits applicable to your installation. See: Buyers Guide Ch03: RFID access
RFID stickers use a pressure-sensitive adhesive and are generally not designed for repeated removal and reapplication. Attempting to remove the sticker risks damaging the chip antenna embedded in the disc. If a user changes phones, the safer approach is to delete the existing sticker credential from the lock and enrol a new sticker on the new device. Deleting an individual credential does not require a factory reset of the lock.
Additional Information
For best read performance, Carbine recommends positioning the sticker toward the top of the phone. Most smartphone NFC antennas are located in the upper-rear area of the handset — placing the sticker in this zone gives the most consistent presentation to the lock’s RFID reader. Avoid placing the sticker over the phone’s camera cluster or wireless charging area. Where possible, test placement before finalising adhesion by holding the sticker (without peeling the backing) against the phone and presenting it to the lock.
The CEL lock reads MIFARE credentials only (ISO14443 Type A). Credit cards including Visa PayWave and Mastercard PayPass use EMV chips (ISO14443 Type B) and will not register. MIFARE credentials include Opal cards, Myki cards, Go cards, generic building access cards, and this CEL-RFID-ST-C sticker. When sourcing third-party stickers, confirm the chip type is MIFARE / ISO14443 Type A before purchasing. See: Carbine CEL RFID Application List (PDF)
On CEL locks, PIN codes and RFID credentials (cards, stickers, fobs) draw from a shared pool. Adding more RFID credentials reduces the number of available PIN code slots, and vice versa. Plan credential allocation before issuing stickers across multiple users. Where a mix of PIN and RFID access is required, assign RFID credentials to users who benefit from hands-free or card-free presentation and reserve PIN codes for resident users.
If a sticker is lost or a user’s phone is stolen, the credential can be deleted from the lock individually through programming mode without affecting other enrolled credentials. Refer to the CEL-3IN1 User Guide for the credential deletion procedure. Deleting an individual credential does not require a factory reset of the lock.
Carbine products are backed by Davcor Group Pty Ltd, the Australian manufacturer and owner of the Carbine brand, distributed locally through Lock and Key Co. Warranty periods vary by product category:
- Up to 15 years — mechanical hardware, door hardware, cabinet furniture, utility and window locks
- 10 years — padlocks and mechanical digital locks
- 5 years — cylinders and keys
- 12 months — electronic and digital locks, locksmith tools and supplies
What’s in the Box – CEL-RFID-ST-C
- 1 × CEL-RFID-ST-C MIFARE Sticker (White)
Carbine Warranty
Carbine is a flagship brand of Davcor Group Pty Ltd (ABN 95 003 562 598) — an Australian manufacturer, designer, and wholesale distributor of residential and commercial locking hardware. Engineered in collaboration with working locksmiths, Carbine products focus on high security, versatility, and ease of installation.
Davcor distributes Carbine through seven specialist divisions, including Lock and Key Co. — Davcor’s dedicated trade distribution arm supplying locksmiths and the security industry across Australia, New Zealand, and beyond. Whether you purchased your Carbine product through Lock and Key Co., another trade channel, or directly through us, the same Davcor warranty applies.
All Carbine products are guaranteed by Davcor Group Pty Ltd to be free from defects in materials and workmanship from the date of original purchase, for the period applicable to the specific product category (refer to the Warranty Period table below). This warranty covers replacement of product only.
Warranty Summary
Warranty Periods by Product Category
Source: Davcor Warranty Against Defects — Appendix A. Warranty period runs from the date of original purchase.
How to Make a Claim
- Contact Terry’s Tradies Pty Ltd (the place of purchase) in writing as soon as the defect becomes apparent — and no later than 14 days after the end of the applicable warranty period.
- Include in your written claim: a description of the defect, the date of supply, your contact details, and satisfactory proof of purchase.
- Do not return the product until a return authorisation number has been issued by Davcor. If return is required, the product must be in its original, complete, and saleable packaging.
- Davcor will test and assess the product. No claim is valid unless Davcor has confirmed a defect is present.
- Once a valid claim is confirmed, Davcor will — at its discretion — repair the defect, replace the product, or supply an equivalent product. If repair or replacement cannot be completed within a reasonable time, you may request a full refund, provided the product has been returned.
Delivery inspection: If you believe a product is defective or incorrectly supplied at the time of delivery, telephone notice must be given within 72 hours of receipt, with written notice (including full particulars) within 14 days of the invoice date.
Exclusions
Australian Consumer Law
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure, and to compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if they fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. The Carbine/Davcor express warranty operates alongside and in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
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