TSL – 1153 Bluetooth® Wearable UHF RFID Reader
The TSL 1153 Bluetooth® Wearable UHF RFID Reader is a compact, lightweight, and high-performance data collection device designed for industries requiring hands-free mobility. It combines RAIN RFID and advanced 2D barcode scanning in a single Bluetooth-enabled unit. Powered by the ST25RU3993 RFID engine and TSL’s ASCII 2.0 protocol, the 1153 simplifies application integration while delivering robust read/write performance. Its versatile mounting options—back-of-hand or arm mount—make it an ideal solution for logistics, warehousing, healthcare, and field operations.
Specification
RFID & Barcode
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Standards: EPC Class 1 Gen 2 (ISO18000-6C)
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Engine: ST ST25RU3993
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Antenna: Internal circularly polarized
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Nominal Read Range: up to 2 m (6.5 ft)
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Nominal Write Range: up to 1 m (3.3 ft)
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Barcode: Optional 2D imager (1280 × 960 px, rolling shutter)
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Symbologies: 1D (all major codes), 2D (QR, DataMatrix, PDF417, Aztec, postal codes)
Connectivity
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Bluetooth 2.1 (SPP, HID, Apple iAP)
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Range: up to 30 m (open field)
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USB: Real-time tethered capture or batch data download
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Compatible with Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, Windows
Physical & Environmental
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Dimensions: 10.2 × 5.5 × 5.6 cm
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Weight: 157 g (incl. battery)
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Battery: 3.7V, 1200 mAh Li-Polymer, up to 10 hrs (light use), 6.5 hrs (moderate), 2.5 hrs (heavy)
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Drop Spec: 1.2 m (ambient), 0.9 m across full temp range
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Tumble: 500 drops (0.5 m) / 1,000 cycles
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Protection: IP54 sealing
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Operating Temp: -10 °C to +40 °C
Data & Software
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Optional MicroSD (up to 32 GB, ~500M EPCs)
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Real-time clock for time-stamped batch collection
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Supported apps: RFID Explorer, Tag Finder, Web Wedge, Scan Scan Write, Reader Configuration
Compliance
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MIL-STD-810F (drop, tumble, sealing)
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CE, FCC, IC, and additional regional approvals
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RoHS 2 & 3 compliant
Benefits
Wearable back-of-hand or arm-mounted design frees operators’ hands for efficient, ergonomic workflows in scan-intensive environments.
Delivers both RFID read/write and high-performance 2D barcode scanning, streamlining asset and inventory management into one device.
Pairs with smartphones, tablets, PCs, and enterprise handhelds via Bluetooth or USB, with TSL’s ASCII 2.0 protocol ensuring fast, easy integration.
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