Times-7 A6031 Circularly Polarized Antenna
The A6031 Circularly Polarized Antenna is an ultra-low profile flat panel antenna designed for UHF RFID applications in customer-facing or space-conscious environments. Part of the SlimLine range of multi-purpose antennas, the A6031 offers a compact yet powerful solution for various RFID needs. With dimensions and weight similar to a tablet PC, this antenna easily blends into office or retail settings without compromising on performance. It boasts a impressive 4m / 13ft read range, making it ideal for inventory management and asset tracking applications. The A6031’s sleek design, coupled with its robust construction, allows for versatile deployment in diverse scenarios. Its circular polarization ensures optimal tag reading regardless of orientation, enhancing its efficiency in real-world applications. Engineered to withstand various environmental conditions with an IP65 rating, this antenna offers reliability in both indoor and outdoor settings. Whether used for retail inventory management, office asset tracking, or other RFID applications, the A6031 provides a perfect balance of aesthetics, performance, and durability.
Specification
- Dimensions: 274 x 213 x 12.2mm (10.78 x 8.38 x 0.48 inches)
- Weight: 0.6kg (1. lbs)
- Frequency Range: 865-868 MHz (ETSI) / 902-928 MHz (FCC)
- Polarization: Right Hand Circular Polarized (RHCP)
- Far-field Gain: 4dBiC typical
- Far-field 3dB beamwidth: 80 in both planes
- VSWR:4 typical
- Front to back ratio: -18dB
- Maximum Input Power: 3W
- Read Range: Up to 4m (13ft)
- Environmental Rating: IP65
- Operating Temperature: -20degree C to +55degree C (-4F to +131F)
- Connector type: SMA female side fly lead (324mm / 12.8″)
Benefits
With a thickness of just 12.2mm, the A6031 seamlessly integrates into any environment. Its tablet-like size and sleek appearance make it ideal for customer-facing areas without compromising on RFID performance.
Offering a 4m read range and circular polarization, this antenna excels in various applications. From retail inventory management to office asset tracking, it ensures reliable tag reading regardless of tag orientation.
Built to IP65 standards, the A6031 withstands diverse environmental conditions. Its durable construction, coupled with flexible mounting options, allows for easy integration in both indoor and outdoor RFID deployments.
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- Power supply: 12 to 24 V DC, Power over Ethernet (PoE)
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- Supported transponders: EPC Class1 Gen2, ISO 18000-6-C
- Temperature range: Operation: -25 degree C up to +55 degree C, -25 degree C up to +45 degree C (PoE); Storage: -25 degree C up to +70 degree C
- Relative humidity: 5 % up to 95 % (non-condensing)
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- 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
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- 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
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- Storage Temperature: -25degree C to +70degree C (-13F to 158F)
- Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)
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- 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
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- Operating frequency: 13.56 MHz
- Max. transmitting power:5 W
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- Dimensions (ID ANT.U580/290): 576 mm x 288 mm x 80 mm
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- 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
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- Weight: 170 g
- Housing: Plastic ABS
- Color: Black, transparent
- Protection class: IP30
- Operating frequency: 860 MHz to 960 MHz
- Supply voltage: 12 V DC to 24 V DC ±10%
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