TSL – 3138 Bluetooth® Rugged RAIN RFID Reader
The TSL 3138 represents the latest generation of rugged Bluetooth® UHF RFID handheld readers, delivering unprecedented performance with read rates of up to 1200 tags per second thanks to the integrated Impinj E710 engine. Designed for long-range applications, the 3138 supports advanced features like multi-tag operations, HID OMNIKEY® security, and compatibility with sensor transponders (temperature, strain, humidity, acceleration).
Its Power Handle extends runtime with hot-swap capability, enabling 24/7 operation, while the ePop-Loq® mount allows simultaneous charging and data transfer with smartphones and handheld terminals. With optional 2D barcode scanning and support for millions of stored EPCs in batch mode, the 3138 is ideal for warehousing, logistics, retail, and industrial environments requiring speed, durability, and scalability .
Specification
RFID Performance
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Engine: Impinj E710 with TSL custom module
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Standards: EPC Class 1 Gen 2 v2 (ISO18000-6C)
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Read Rate: Up to 1200 tags/sec
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Nominal Read Range: Up to 9 m (29.5 ft)
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Nominal Write Range: Up to 4 m (13.1 ft)
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Antenna: Right-hand circularly polarized, 150° forward field
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RF Power: Up to 30 dBm + 4 dBiC antenna
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Multi-tag operations supported (read, write, lock)
Barcode (Optional)
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2D Imager: 1280 × 960 px, rolling shutter
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Symbologies: All major 1D + 2D (QR, DataMatrix, PDF417, Aztec, postal codes)
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Scan Range: Near-far (5–50 cm depending on symbology)
Connectivity
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Bluetooth v4.2 (v5.1 compatible): SPP, HID, iAP2, BLE (HOG, SOG)
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Range: up to 100 m (open field)
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USB-C / 8-way Power Pin support for direct tethering
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NFC OOB pairing supported
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Compatible with Android, iOS, Windows, Linux, macOS
Physical & Environmental
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Dimensions: 158 × 98 × 170 mm
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Weight: 550 g (with Power Handle)
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Battery: 25.4Wh, 7.3V Li-Polymer pack
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Battery Life: 20 hrs (light), 11 hrs (moderate), 6.5 hrs (heavy)
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Protection: IP54 sealing
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Drop Spec: 1.2 m (ambient), 0.9 m (across temperature range)
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Tumble: 2000 cycles at 0.5 m
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Operating Temp: -10 °C to +50 °C
Memory & Data
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Embedded 32 GB (expandable up to 256 GB)
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Batch Mode: Store up to 5000 million EPCs with date/time stamps
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Real-time clock enabled for logging
Compliance
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MIL-STD-810F (drop, tumble, sealing)
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CE, FCC, IC, RoHS 2 & 3 compliant
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Warranty: 1 year
Benefits
Hot-swappable Power Handle supports continuous operation, ideal for 24/7 industrial workflows.
Reads up to 1200 tags per second with in-reader de-duplication for 1 million transponders, ensuring fast, accurate inventory.
Optional 2D barcode scanning, Bluetooth/USB connectivity, and batch mode with 5000 million EPC capacity make it adaptable to any enterprise.
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- Transmitting power: maximum 8 W
- Reader connection: SMA HF socket RG58
- Impedance: 50 ohm
- Tuning range inductivity: 0.6 – 2.3 microH
- Quality: 10 – 50
- Temperature range:
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- Housing: Plastic ASA, with screwed plexiglas lid
- Protection class: IP65
- Operating frequency: 13.56 MHz
- Grommet: 12 x screwed cable gland M16 x 5
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