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Wired 125 kHz USB RFID reader, HD-RD80

GTIN: 5907614660079 · SKU: HD-RD80

The HD-RD80 is a wired 125 kHz RFID card and tag reader for identifying goods and people. It connects to a computer with a USB cable — the system recognises it as an HID keyboard, so no drivers need to be installed. The reader reads tags with chips such as EM4100, TK4100 or SMC4001 from up to 80 mm away and confirms every read with a light and sound signal. It is suited to time and attendance, access control, warehouse management and retail.

HD-RD80 RFID reader in a black housing with a blue illuminated ring

Table of contents​

Specifications​

  • Material: ABS
  • Reading method: automatic
  • Read confirmation: light and sound signal
  • Reading speed: up to 200 ms
  • Reading distance: 0.5–80 mm
  • Time between reads: 0.5 s
  • Operating frequency: 125 kHz
  • Power supply: USB, 5 V DC
  • Interface: USB
  • Cable length: 140 cm
  • Device dimensions: 105 × 68 × 14 mm
  • Package dimensions: 125 × 85 × 38 mm
  • Device weight: 140 g
  • Weight with packaging: 300 g
  • Operating temperature: −10°C – +70°C
  • Storage temperature: −20°C – +80°C
  • Operating humidity: 0% – 90%
  • Storage humidity: 0% – 90%
  • Output format: 10-digit decimal
  • Supported chip types: EM4100, TK4100, SMC4001, EM4200, EM4305, T5577

Kit contents​

  • RFID reader
  • USB cable

Features​

  • Operating frequency: 125 kHz.
  • Automatic tag reading.
  • Read confirmation with a light and sound signal.
  • Powered from the USB port, 5 V DC.

Installation​

The reader is ready to use as soon as it is connected with a USB cable. The system recognises it as an HID keyboard and installs it automatically, so no additional drivers need to be installed.

  1. Connect the reader cable to a USB port on the computer.
  2. The system installs the driver on its own and shows that the installation has completed successfully.
  3. The reader is ready to use.
HD-RD80 reader with the USB cable connected

The device is used to identify goods and people. It works with radio frequency technology, which allows fast reading of tags with chips such as EM4100, T5577 or SMC4001 from up to 80 mm away. The reader signals a correct read with light and sound.

HD-RD80 RFID reader with the illuminated reading area

Frequently asked questions​

Does the HD-RD80 require special software?
No. The reader works as an HID keyboard, so it works with any application that accepts keyboard input — no additional software or drivers are needed.
How does the reader confirm a tag read?
With a light and sound signal, so a correct read is easy to notice even in a noisy environment.
What tags does the HD-RD80 read?
125 kHz tags with EM4100, TK4100, SMC4001, EM4200, EM4305 and T5577 chips.
From what distance does the reader read tags?
From 0.5 to 80 mm. The range depends on the type and quality of the tag.
Where can the HD-RD80 be used?
In time and attendance, access control, warehouse management, retail and anywhere fast 125 kHz RFID identification is needed.
Can the reader read 13.56 MHz cards?
No. The HD-RD80 works only at 125 kHz.

Downloads​

The manuals and datasheets as PDF, in case an offline copy is needed. Everything in them is also on this page.