FEIG – ID ANT240/180 Pad Antenna
The ID ANT240/180 Pad Antenna is a highly efficient and compact solution for contactless data exchange with RFID transponders. Its flat and sleek design allows it to seamlessly fit into desktop environments, making it ideal for file tracking, library applications, and office use. The antenna provides an impressive read range of up to 42 cm, ensuring reliable performance in close-range RFID applications. Equipped with an optical feedback feature via a blue LED, the antenna offers real-time operational status updates. It connects easily to RFID readers using the included coaxial cable, providing a hassle-free installation process.
Specification
- Dimensions: 240 mm x 180 mm x 13 mm (9.45 in x 7.09 in x 0.51 in)
- Weight: 0.36 kg (0.8 lbs)
- Housing: Upper part Plastic ABS, lower part Plastic plate
- Color: Black (Pad), White (Upper part, RAL 9003)
- Protection Class: IP30
- Operating Frequency: 13.56 MHz
- Max. Transmitting Power:5 W
- Antenna Connection: RG174 coaxial cable with SMA connector (50 ohm), 2.2 m long
- Indicator: 1 Blue LED for operational status (switchable via DC voltage)
- Operating Temperature: -25degree C to +55degree C (-13F to 131F)
- Storage Temperature: -25degree C to +70degree C (-13F to 158F)
- Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
- Standard Compliance: EMC EN 301 489, Safety & Health EN 62368-1, EN 50364
Benefits
The slim and flat form factor allows it to be used in tight, desktop spaces without disruption, making it perfect for libraries, offices, and workspaces where space is limited.
With a read range of up to 42 cm, the ID ANT240/180 ensures reliable, high-performance data exchange for RFID applications, even with its compact size.
The built-in blue LED provides real-time operational feedback, indicating “RUN” or “Tag detect” status, improving user experience and operational efficiency.
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The ID CPR40.30-A is a versatile desktop reader designed for contactless data exchange with common transponders according to ISO14443-A and ISO14443-B, as well as NFC devices according to ISO 18092. It is ideal for various desktop applications such as eTicketing, eDocument, loyalty cards, and public transport. With its “SoftCrypto” and “SAMCrypto high level” functions, it provides a comfortable and fast interface for accessing encrypted data of mifare DESFire EV1, mifare PLUS, and mifare Ultralight C.
- Dimensions (w x h x d): 144 mm x 84 mm x 18 mm
- Weight: approx. 260 g
- Housing: Plastic (ASA) / Acrylic glass
- Color: white / black
- Protection class: IP42
- RFID Interface: ISO 14443-A/-B (106 – 848 kBit/s)
- Operating frequency: 13.56 MHz
- Transmitting power: 100 mW
- MTBF: 500,000 h
- Supply voltage: 5 V DC ± 10 % ripple
- Current consumption: max. 140 mA
- Antenna: integrated
- Interface: RS232 (4,800 up to 230,400 Baud)
- Indicators, optical: 2 LED (green / blue)
- Contact interface: ISO 7816
- Operation modes: Polling-Mode, Scan-Mode
- Supported transponders: mifare classic, mifare UltraLight, mifare DESFire, mifare PLUS, mifare UltraLight C, my-d move, JewelTM, FeliCa, NTAG, mifare/NTAG Ev2 Crypto, NFC Devices in Card Emulation Mode (Tag Type 1 … 4)
- Software Development Kits: Windows (C++, .NET, Java), LINUX (C++, Java), Raspberry Pi
- USB driver, PC/SC driver: Windows Server 2012 and 2016, Windows 7, 8 and 10; 32 / 64 Bit
- Temperature range:
- Operation:-20 degree C up to +60 degree C
2. Storage:-40degree C up to +85 degree C - Relative air humidity: max. 95% (non-condensing)
- Standard conformity:
- Radio license: Europe – EN 300 330
2. EMC: EN 301 489
3. Safety & Health: EN 60950, EN 50364
4. Environment: RoHS-2002/95/EC, WEEE-2002/96/EC - Order descriptions: ID CPR40.30-A – Desktop Reader RS232
- Scope of delivery: ID CPR40.30-A, 2.5 m cable (permanently mounted) for power supply (5.5 mm coaxial connector) and interface (9-pin D-Sub connector), Installation manual
The ID ANT.U280/210 is a versatile UHF flat-panel antenna, engineered for peak performance in compact spaces. With a height of just 8mm, this ultra-flat antenna delivers a robust reading range of up to 4 meters, making it ideal for Smart Shelf applications and environments with limited installation space. Its circular polarization ensures optimal performance, while integrated mounting holes allow for easy installation on any flat surface. The ID ANT.U280/210 is constructed from durable, fire-retardant ABS material and features an IP54 protection rating, ensuring reliable operation in various industrial, production, and retail environments. Compatible with several FEIG UHF readers, this antenna is designed to meet the demanding requirements of modern RFID applications.
- 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 UHF near-field antenna ID ANT.U82/82 is a compact and high-performance antenna that is ideal for use in enclosed spaces. With its small form factor and defined near-field reading area, it can be installed almost anywhere. It operates in a wide frequency range of 864-928 MHz, making it suitable for worldwide use.
- Dimensions: 82 mm x 82 mm x 9.5 mm
- Weight: approximately 50 g
- Housing: ABS material
- Color: anthracite
- Max. input power: 1 W
- Antenna connector: SMA (female)
- Anti-static Protection/Antenna Detection: 60 Ohm DC Resistance (typical)
- Operating frequencies: 864 MHz up to 928 MHz
- Temperature range:
- Operation: 0degree C up to +50degree C
- Storage:-30degree C up to +60degree C
The ID ANT.U290/290 and ID ANT.U580/290 are robust UHF RFID antennas designed for optimized reading performance. With circular polarization, these antennas allow for the identification of transponders in different orientations, enabling 3-dimensional identification in gate applications. They are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, with a high protection class IP67 rating. These antennas have a modern and elegant design, and they are available in different dimensions and colors. They have TNC connectors and VESA connection for easy installation. The ID ANT.U580/290 has a 30° beam width, making it particularly suitable for vehicle identification and Free Flow Tolling systems.
- Dimensions (ID ANT.U290/290): 288 mm x 288 mm x 65 mm
- Dimensions (ID ANT.U580/290): 576 mm x 288 mm x 80 mm
- Housing: PC / Aluminium
- Color: Anthracite, translucent
- Weight (ID ANT.U290/290): 1,550 g
- Weight (ID ANT.U580/290): 3,850 g
- Protection class: IP67
- Gain (ID ANT.U290/290): Approx. 9 dBic
- Gain (ID ANT.U580/290): Approx. 11 dBic
- 3 dB beam width (ID ANT.U290/290): 65 x 65
- 3 dB beam width (ID ANT.U580/290): 30 x 65
- Polarization: Circular
- Antenna connection: TNC socket (50 ohm)
- Temperature range (ID ANT.U290/290): -25 degree C up to +55 degree C
- Temperature range (ID ANT.U580/290): Not specified
- Storage temperature range (ID ANT.U290/290): -25 degree C up to +80 degree C
- Tolerances: ±0.5 mm
The Dynamic Antenna Tuner ID DAT is a versatile device designed for automatic tuning and retuning of RFID Long Range Antennas operating at 13.56 MHz. With its easy “Plug & Play” functionality, it eliminates the need for additional tuning devices. The tuner can be driven via HF connection and allows for parameters or calibration status to be sent to the host. It also features an electronic switch to disconnect the antenna circuit when necessary.
- Dimensions: 118 mm x 90 mm x 19 mm
- Weight: approximately 100 g
- Operating frequency: 13.56 MHz
- Supply voltage: 7 – 12 V DC
- Current consumption: maximum 150 mA (DC)
- Transmitting power: maximum 10 W
- Antenna switch: electronic switch (mind maximum antenna power!)
- Antenna connection: cable terminals (d = 2 – 9 mm)
- Reader connection: SMA socket (50 ohm)
- Triggering reader: via RF connection
- Signal indicator: 1 x “Run”-LED (green), 2 x “Protocol”-LED (red)
- Outputs: 3 x open collector: 5 V DC / maximum 15 mA
- Carrier frequency: 13.56 MHz
- Impedance: 50 ohm
- Tuning range inductivity: 0.7 – 2.5 microH
- Quality: 10 – 50
- Temperature range:
- Operation: -25 degree C up to +75 degree C
- Storage: -40 degree C up to +85 degree C
The ID ANT.MUX/ ID ANT.MUX.M8is an HF 8 channel Multiplexer that allows for the operation of up to 8 antennas with just one reader. It facilitates communication between the reader and the multiplexer via an antenna cable. The outputs of the multiplexer can be controlled by the reader, a host, or digital inputs. It features non-wearing electronic switching of the outputs and has a high switching rate of less than 1 ms. The multiplexer is available in a housing or as a module, with options for 8 channel or 4 channel configurations.
- Dimensions (w x h x d): 182 x 110 x 90 mm
- Weight: approximately 550 g
- Housing: Plastic ASA, with screwed plexiglas lid
- Protection class: IP65
- Operating frequency: 13.56 MHz
- Grommet: 12 x screwed cable gland M16 x 5
- 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: 2x input (SMA jack), 8x output (SMA jack)
- RF switch: electronic switch with switching speed less than 1 ms
- Triggering: Reader via RF input 1, external pulse generator via digital input
- Digital inputs: 1x optocoupler (max. 24 V DC / 20 mA)
- Signal indicators: 1 x LED per channel, 3 x LED (Run / HF / Communication)
- Temperature range: Operation: -25 degree C up to +65 degree C, Storage: -40 degree C up to +80 degree C
- 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)