FEIG – ID PR103-USB / ID PRM103-USB HF Proximity Reader
The FEIG ID PR103-USB / ID PRM103-USB is a compact, high-performance HF proximity RFID reader designed for applications requiring reliable short-range identification and multi-tag reading. Operating at 13.56 MHz, it supports ISO 15693 transponders and is optimized for reading small, detuned, or closely spaced tags with high accuracy.
The reader features an integrated antenna with a strong magnetic field, enabling read ranges of up to 20 cm while maintaining stable performance in challenging environments. Its built-in anticollision capability allows simultaneous reading of multiple transponders, making it suitable for medical systems, industrial automation, logistics processes, and library applications.
Two variants are available:
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ID PR103-USB, a desktop housing version for direct workstation use
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ID PRM103-USB, a compact module version designed for easy integration into devices and equipment
Both versions are USB-powered, simple to integrate, and mechanically compatible with the previous ID PR101-USB, ensuring smooth system upgrades.
Specification
RF & Communication
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Operating Frequency: 13.56 MHz
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Supported Standards: ISO 15693, ISO 18000-3 Mode 1
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Supported Tags: NXP ICODE, NFC Tag Type 5, and compatible HF ISO chips
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Transmitting Power: 0.6 W ±2 dB
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Read Range: Up to 20 cm
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Antenna: Integrated
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Operation Modes: ISO Host Mode, Scan Mode
Interfaces & Power
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Host Interface: USB 2.0
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Connector Type: USB-C
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Supply Voltage: 5 V DC (via USB)
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Current Consumption: Max. 0.5 A
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Power Consumption: Max. 2.5 VA
Indicators
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Optical Indicator: 1 multicolor LED
Physical Characteristics
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ID PR103-USB (Housing Version):
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Dimensions: 145 × 85 × 22 mm
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Weight: 130 g
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Housing Material: ABS plastic
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Protection Class: IP30
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ID PRM103-USB (Module Version):
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Dimensions: 138 × 77 × 17 mm
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Weight: 50 g
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Protection Class: Not rated
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Color:
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Housing: Traffic white (similar to RAL 9016)
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Front film: Traffic black (similar to RAL 9017)
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Environmental Conditions
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Operating Temperature: –25 °C to +60 °C
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Storage Temperature: –25 °C to +70 °C
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Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Compliance & Certifications
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Radio: EN 300 330 (EU/UK), FCC Part 15 (USA), IC RSS-GEN / RSS-210 (Canada)
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EMC: EN 301 489
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Safety & Health: EN 62368-1, EN 50364
Order Information
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ID PR103-USB: Desktop housing version with USB interface
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ID PRM103-USB: Module version with USB interface
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Optional Accessories:
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Mounting kit
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USB-A to USB-C cable
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USB-C to USB-C cable
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Benefits
Strong magnetic field and integrated antenna ensure accurate detection of small or detuned HF transponders.
Available as a desktop reader or module version, allowing use at workstations or seamless integration into devices.
Single USB connection provides both power and data, simplifying installation and system integration.
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- Dimensions: 144 mm x 84 mm x 18 mm
- Weight: approximately 105 g
- Housing: Plastic (ASA) / Acrylic glass
- Color: white / black
- Protection class: IP42
- Operating frequency: 13.56 MHz
- Transmitting power: 100 mW / 300 mW
- Supply voltage: 5 V, USB Bus powered
- Current consumption: max. 150 mA / 220 mA
- Antenna: integrated
- Interface: USB Full-Speed (12 MBit/s)
- Indicators, optical: 2 LED (green / orange)
- Indicators, acoustic: Buzzer, integrated
- Supported transponders: ISO 15693, ISO 14443-A*/, ISO 14443-B
- Operation mode: Polling-Mode
- USB driver: Windows Server 2016 and 2019, Windows 10 and 11; 32 / 64 Bit
- Temperature range:
- Operation: -20 degree C up to +60 degree C
- Storage: -40 degree C up to +85 degree C
- Relative air humidity: max. 95% (non-condensing)
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- Dimensions: 275 mm x 214 mm x 8 mm
- Weight: 500 g
- Housing: ABS, fire-retardant
- Color: Black
- Protection Class: IP54
- Gain: Approx. 5 dBic
- 3 dB Beam Width: 60 x 80
- Polarization: Circular (RHCP)
- Antenna Connector: SMA (female)
- Operating Frequencies:
- EU Variant: 865 MHz – 868 MHz
- FCC Variant: 902 MHz – 928 MHz
- Temperature Range:
- Operation:-20 degree C to +55 degree C
- Storage:-30 degree C to +65 degree C
- Compatibility:
- ID LRU500i UHF Long Range Reader (with cable type B)
- ID MAX.U500i
- ID LRU1002 UHF Long Range Reader (with cable type A)
- ID LRU3000/ID LRU3500
- ID MAX.U1002
- ID MRU102 UHF Mid Range Reader (with cable type A)
- ID MRMU102 UHF Mid Range Reader Module (with cable type A)
- Accessories:
- ID ANT.C2-A UHF antenna cable SMA / SMA 2 m
- ID ANT.C2-B UHF antenna cable SMA / TNC 2 m
- ID ANT.C6-A UHF antenna cable SMA / SMA 6 m
- ID ANT.C6-B UHF antenna cable SMA / TNC 6 m
The ID ANT240/180-A is a flat and compact pad antenna designed for contactless data exchange with RF RFID transponders. With a read range of up to 42 cm, it is suitable for use in enclosed spaces such as offices, libraries, and file tracking applications. The antenna features a sleek design and can be connected directly to a reader with an included coaxial cable.
- Dimensions: 240 mm x 180 mm x 13 mm (9.45 inch x 7.09 inch x 0.51 inch)
- Weight: approx. 0.36 kg (0.8 lbs)
- Housing: Insensitive surface with upper part made of plastic ABS and lower part made of plastic plate
- Colour: Black pad and similar RAL 9003 (white) upper part
- Protection class: IP30
- Operating frequency: 13.56 MHz
- Max. transmitting power:5 W
- Antenna connection: RG174 coaxial cable with SMA connector (50 ohm); approx. 2.2m long
- Indicator, optical: 1 LED (blue; switchable via DC voltage at the antenna output of the reader)
- Temperature range: Operation:-25degree C up to +55degree C (-13F up to 131F), Storage:-25degree C up to +70degree C (-13F up to 158F)
- Relative air humidity: 5% up to 95% (non-condensing)
- Standard conformity: EMC: EN 301 489, Safety & Health: EN 62368-1, EN 50364
The ID MAT Manual Antenna Tuner is a versatile and reliable device designed for manual tuning and retuning of HF Long Range Antennas operating at a frequency of 13.56 MHz. It allows for easy construction of customized single antennas using different sizes and shapes of antenna conductors such as aluminium bands or copper pipes. With individually switchable capacitors, the antenna can be tuned to its environment, ensuring optimal performance. The ID MAT.S-A variant also features an electronic switch to disconnect the antenna circuit, preventing coupling effects in complex antenna arrangements.
- Dimensions (w x h x d):
- ID MAT-B: 90 mm x 45 mm x 17 mm
2. ID MAT.S-A: 90 mm x 45 mm x 19 mm - Weight: approximately 35 g
- Operating frequency: 13.56 MHz
- Antenna conductor: Double-sided solder surface with hole for screw attachment (M3)
- 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:
- Operation: -25 degree C up to +55 degree C
- Storage: -25 degree C up to +60 degree C
- Standard conformity:
- Vibration: EN 60068-2-6, 10 Hz to 150 Hz: 0.075 mm / 1 g
2. Shock: EN 60068-2-27, Acceleration: 30 g
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- Weight: 12 g
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures): 500,000 hours
- Power supply: +5 V DC ± 5%
- Current consumption: Less than 40 mA
- Digital inputs: Low level: 0 -0 V, High level: 3.8 V – VCC, Pull-Down: 10 kohm
- LED: 4 yellow LEDs for indicating active antennas
- Operating frequency: 13.56 MHz
- RF power: Maximum 500 mW
- Reader connection: U.FL connector
- Antenna connection: 4 x U.FL connectors for external antennas
- Temperature range: Operation: -25 degree C up to +70 degree C, Storage: -40degree C up to +85 degree C
- Relative air humidity: Maximum 95% (non-condensing)
- Standard conformity: EMC: EN 301 489, Safety & Health: EN 62368-1, EN 50364, Environment: WEEE-2002/96/EC, RoHS-2011/65/EC
The ID ANT.MUX.M4 is a 4 channel Multiplexer Module designed for switching between RFID antennas operating at a frequency of 13.56 MHz. It allows multiple single antennas and gate solutions to be operated with just one reader. The Multiplexer is controlled via the antenna cable connected to the reader, making installation easy and hassle-free. With non-wearing electronic switches and high switching speed, this Multiplexer ensures efficient and reliable communication between the reader and antennas.
- Dimensions: 137 mm x 77 mm x 15 mm
- Weight: approximately 80 g
- Operating frequency: 13.56 MHz
- Supply voltage: 12 – 24 V DC
- Power consumption: maximum 4.0 W
- Attenuation per channel: maximum 0.5 dB
- Max. perm. switching power: 8 W
- RF connections: 1x input (SMA jack), 4x output (SMA jack)
- RF switches: electronic switches (non-wearing) with switching speed < 1 ms
- Triggering reader: communication via RF input 1
- Signal indicator: 1 x LED per channel, 3 x LED (Run / HF / Communication)
- Temperature range: Operation: -25 degree C to +65 degree C (-13 F to +149 F), Storage: -40 degree C to +80 degree C (-40 F to +176 F)
- Standard conformity: EMC (EN 61000-6-3, EN 61000-6-2), Vibration (EN 60068-2-6, 10 Hz to 150 Hz: 0.075 mm / 1 g), Shock (EN 60068-2-27, Acceleration: 30 g)