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Axis Communications

Axis Communications 2N Access Unit 2.0 RFID 125 kHz 13.56 MHz 02146-001

SKU CH-YYTA-X9CD7 MPN 02146-001

A multifrequency RFID reader operating at 125 kHz and 13.56 MHz that reads most existing cards and connects via a single Ethernet cable

  • Frequency rating25 kHz and 13.56 MHz
  • Reads almost all cards on the market
  • Dual-frequency operation at 125 kHz and 13.56 MHz
  • Use existing cards without buying new ones
  • Connects via a single Ethernet cable
  • Ready to operate in a few minutes

Multifrequency RFID reader

The Axis Communications 2N Access Unit 2.0 RFID reads cards at 125 kHz and 13.56 MHz. It supports a wide range of existing credentials so organisations can avoid issuing new cards. The unit is designed for secured access control systems. Installation requires only an ethernet cable connection.

Pre‑installation checks

Verify that your access control system can accept a multifrequency RFID reader. Confirm that an ethernet drop is available at the mounting location. Ensure the existing card population uses either 125 kHz or 13.56 MHz credentials. No additional power supply or specialised cabling is mentioned in the specifications.

Upgrade considerations

This reader replaces single‑frequency units that only read 125 kHz or only 13.56 MHz cards. The jump is worth it when you need to support mixed card types without buying new credentials. It is not for installations that require biometric verification or mobile‑only authentication.

How it compares

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Price $516.99
Pricier than about 96% of the 294 comparable items (median $21.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameAxis Communications
Model name02146-001
Part number02146-001
Performance
Frequency rating25 kHz and 13.56 MHz
Size & build
Shipping weight0.80 kg
Package size130 × 107 × 28 mm

Questions about this item

Does the 2N Access Unit 2.0 RFID 02146-001 include mounting hardware or a power supply in the box?

The unit installs by connecting an ethernet cable; no separate power supply is mentioned, so it draws power over the network link.

Should I choose the 25 kHz or the 13.56 MHz version of the 02146-001 for my existing cards?

This single model reads both 125 kHz and 13.56 MHz frequencies, so one device covers low-frequency proximity cards and high-frequency smart cards alike.

What does "reads almost all cards on the market" mean for daily use of the 02146-001?

Employees can badge in with most common 125 kHz proximity tokens or 13.56 MHz contactless smart cards they already carry, reducing the need to issue new credentials.

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