Kathrein M-ARU Series Integrated UHF RFID Reader

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Kathrein | SKU: 52010198 + IPJ-A2051-USA + 52010364
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Key Features
  • Connectivity: Power-over-Ethernet, serial communication interface
  • Environmental: Rugged, IP 65
  • Performance: Configurable output power 17 dBm to 24.25 dBm
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Key Features
  • Diverse Form Factors: Wet inlays, wire tags, hard tags, etc.
  • Includes Industry-Leading ICs: Monza R6-P, NXP UCODE 8, Impinj M730, M830
  • Variety of Sizes: As small as 1.27 cm (0.5 in) up to 10.16 x 5.08 cm (4 x 2 in)

Product Details

Kathrein M-ARU Series Integrated UHF RFID Reader

The Kathrein M-ARU-ETH-E6 Series Integrated Reader is equipped with a highly integrated RFID UHF sensor based on the Kathrein Mid-Range Antenna Series and the Kathrein industrial reader platform. The device has a Power-over-Ethernet and a serial communication interface plus digital GPIOs (inputs/outputs). The supply voltage optionally can be served over Power-over-Ethernet or local. Both active and passive RFID transponders can be used with this device for reading and writing.

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What's included?

  • Kathrein M-ARU Series Integrated UHF RFID Reader Unit
  • Power Adaptor
  • Power Cord
  • Serial Com Connecting Cable if selected above, 4.92 ft (1.5 m)
  • PoE Connecting Cable if selected above, 4.92 ft (1.5 m)

Why buy this reader?

The Kathrein M-ARU Series Integrated UHF RFID Reader is a rugged, integrated reader/antenna used for applications such as forklift reading, industrial automation, and warehouse systems.

Features

  • Rugged, IP 65.
  • Dense Reader Mode.
  • Configurable emitted output power from 17 dBm up to 24.25 dBm.
  • Integrated Mid-Range 100° RFID antenna - 100°/100° circular.
  • Power over Ethernet.

Information

If connecting over PoE/Ethernet, the M-ARU Reader requires the Kathrein M-ARU Series Integrated Reader Connecting Cable (PoE), product number 52010209.

If connecting over Serial Com, the M-ARU Reader requires the Kathrein M-ARU Series Integrated Reader Connecting Cable (Serial Com), product number 52010189.

When using the inputs/outputs of M-ARU, the Kathrein M-ARU Series Integrated Reader Connecting (Serial Com), product number 52010189, is required when using either PoE/Ethernet or Serial Com.

Product Specs

Product Type: Fixed Reader
Air Interface Protocol: EPCglobal UHF Class 1 Gen 2 (ISO 18000-6C)
Operating Frequency: ETSI (865-868 MHz)
Transmit Power: +24.25 dBm
Max Receive Sensitivity: -60 dBm
Max Read Distance: Up to 1.5 m (4.9 ft)
Max Read Rate: Not Published
Data Interface: Ethernet, 10/100, MBit/s, RS-232 115200 or 230400, 8N1
GPIO: 3 Inputs, 3 Outputs
Power Source (POE): Mode A: Endspan
Power Source (External DC Power): 24 V DC Power Supply
Antenna Ports: Not published
Dimensions: 156 x 139.3 x 63 mm (6.1 x 5.5 x 2.5 in)
Weight: 1.1 kg (2.43 lbs)
IP Rating: IP 65
Operating Temperature: -20° to +55° C (-4° to +131° F)
Host API: .NET, Linux X86, AMD64, ARMv4T, ARMv7A, Java (Beta)
Demo Software: ReaderStart

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