ThingMagic USB Plus+ RFID Reader

The ThingMagic UHF USB Plus+ RFID Reader is an Inexpensive reader absolute best for developing and deploying interactive RFID applications. Powered by the Mercury 5e-Compact UHF RFID reader module from ThingMagic, the USB RFID Reader is powered and regulated through a PC. The USB RFID Reader’s small form factor, integrated antenna, deployment feasibility, and low cost make it a super choice for application developers and their agile projects. NOTE: ThingMagic has recently upgraded the “USB Reader” and is looking the enhanced version, the “USB Plus+ Reader”. The Plus+ reader is similar in all respects to the unique reader, but one – the Plus+ reader incorporates a new, higher performance antenna. What’s Included? USB Reader Unit, USB Cable, and a One Year Factory Warranty. SPECIFICATIONS ELECTRICAL: Air Interface Protocol: EPCglobal UHF Class 1 Gen 2 (ISO 18000-6C) Operating Frequency: UHF 860- 960 MHz Transmit Power: As much as 23 dBm Max Receive Sensitivity: -73 dBm Max Read Distance: From 3 in. As much as 3 ft. (0.91 m)* Max Read Rate: As much as 200 tags/second** Data Interface: USB GPI: 2 I/O command controlled LEDs GPO: 2 I/O command queried switches Power Source: USB cable MECHANICAL: Antenna Ports: Internal linear polarized antenna with peak gain of 1 dBi Dimensions: 3.8 x 2.4 x 1.0 in (97 x 61 x 25 mm) Weight: 0.34 lbs (154.22 g) ENVIRONMENT: IP Rating: IP 52 Operating Temperature: -20° to +60°C APPLICATION INTERFACE: Host API: Mercury API Demo Software: Universal Reader Assistant
Inexpensive reader absolute best for developing and deploying interactive RFID applications
Small form factor, integrated antenna, deployment feasibility, and low cost
Internal linear polarized antenna with peak Gain 1 dBi from 860-960 MHz
Powered by USB connection to notebook or desktop PC
Tag Read Distance As much as 36 inches (91 cm)