RFID Geeks

Choosing a Fixed or Handheld RFID Reader If you are just starting out with your research on an RFID system, one of the questions you may be asking yourself is, do I want a Fixed or a Handheld RFID reader? Choosing between a fixed or handheld RFID reader depends on the specific needs and use case of the organization or individual. “Fixed RFID Readers” are typically used in where items are stationary, such as in a warehouse, a manufacturing facility, or a retail store. They are permanent …

If you are wondering whether the latest fixed RFID reader from Caen is right for you, you have come to the right place! This blog post covers the features and functionalities of the Caen Quattro R4321P Small 4-Port Long Range RFID Reader. The Quattro R4321P is a compact long range RAIN RFID reader of the easy2read© product line, well suited for retail and warehousing installations.Caen Quattro R4321P Small 4-Port Long Range RFID ReaderKey features: RAIN (UHF EP …

A Gateway RFID Reader is a fixed infrastructure RFID reader that leverages an integrated RFID antenna for wide-area monitoring. Gateways, as the name calls out, provide an RFID threshold that picks up RFID tags as they pass through. A number of use cases can benefit from this technology, such as Industrial Automation, Manufacturing lines, Retail Loss Prevention, and more! Impinj offers a great selection of RFID gateway readers, shown below. Each of these readers can provide a RAIN RFID asset tra …

The Zebra ATR7000 can be considered a fixed RFID reader, but really, it is in its own class of RFID reading capabilities. This Overhead RTLS (Real Time Location System) Reader enables you with ultimate visibility over crucial items to your business, such as forklifts, inventory, employees, critical assets, and more! Knowing where these items can increase efficiency drastically.Zebra ATR7000 Overhead RTLS RFID ReaderThe Zebra ATR7000 leverages multiple technologies to give it the capability …

The selection of an RFID reader is guided by the selection of the RFID tags. Once you select a tag that will be the most suitable for your solution, half of your work is done as far as criteria for selecting an RFID reader. Besides the factors common to tags and readers (the reader must be able to read the tag) such as type (active, passive), frequency (LF, HF, UHF and Microwave) and protocol (Gen 2, HF, NFC, Mifare, etc.), most distinguishing factors that apply to readers only are: …