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Small rectangular USB RFID reader in black plastic with cable attached

RF IDEAS

RF IDEAS RDR-6381AKU-15024 RFID Reader

SKU CH-Z943-NQKEH MPN RDR-6381AKU

Proximity card reader enrolls badges via USB, compatible with over 300 million cards and sending IDs as keystrokes for PC access and log-on

  • USB keyboard emulation for instant card enrolment
  • Works with 300 million proximity cards including Indala
  • Plug-and-play operation with no software installation required
  • Configurable flash memory stores custom keystroke prefixes and suffixes
  • Supports PC log-on and employee identification workflows

USB Proximity Card Reader

The RF IDEAS RDR-6381AKU-15024 is a USB proximity card reader designed for identification and enrollment tasks. It reads INDALA-compatible cards and sends the data as keystrokes to the cursor position. The device suits offices needing PC or LAN access control and application log-on using existing building access badges. No software installation is required for basic operation.

Replaces Manual Badge Entry

This reader removes the need for typing card numbers or site codes by hand, cutting errors during enrollment and daily log-on. The jump is worth it when an organisation already issues INDALA proximity cards and wants to reuse them for digital identity without issuing new credentials. It also fits workflows that require configurable prefix or suffix keystrokes around the card data.

Limited to INDALA Card Formats

The hardware reads INDALA proximity cards only; it will not read other card technologies or frequencies. Buyers who need multi-technology support or long-range reading must choose a different reader. Registration with RF IDEAS is mandatory for EU deployment, adding an administrative step before the unit can be used in that region.

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Price $152.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 294 comparable items (median $21.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameRF IDEAS
Model nameRDR-6381AKU
Size & build
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size229 × 229 × 178 mm

Questions about this item

Does this reader require a separate power supply or does it draw power from the USB port?

The reader connects via USB and emulates a keyboard, drawing power directly from the host port without a separate supply.

How is the reader configured to send card data as keystrokes with a prefix or suffix?

Configuration is performed by registering the device with RF IDEAS and using their embedded flash memory utility to define the keystrokes added before and after the card ID.

Will the internal flash memory that stores the keystroke settings need replacement over time?

The embedded configurable flash memory is non-volatile and designed for the life of the reader; no user-replaceable memory or battery maintenance is required.

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