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Small rectangular USB RFID reader, matte black plastic, desktop form factor

RF IDEAS

RF IDEAS RDR-6782AKU pcProx 82 Series 125 kHz RFID USB Reader

SKU CH-BGDR-WA4M5 MPN RDR-6782AKU

Reads 125 kHz RFID cards via USB for desktop access-control integration with Kantech ioProx compatibility

  • Form factorDesktop
  • Frequency rating125 kHz
  • Connection typesUSB
  • Power supplyUSB self-powered
  • Operating temperature range-22 degree to 150 degreeF (-30 degree to 65 degreeC)
  • Storage temperature range-40 degree to 185 degreeF (-40 degree to 85 degreeC)
  • USB-powered desktop reader eliminates external power supply
  • 125 kHz frequency reads common proximity credentials
  • Kantech ioProx compatible for existing badge integration
  • Compact 3.38 x 2.00 x 0.60 inch form fits tight spaces
  • Wide -30 to 65 °C operating range suits harsh environments

Desktop 125 kHz RFID Reader

The RF IDEAS pcProx 82 Series RDR-6782AKU is a desktop USB reader for 125 kHz proximity cards. It draws power directly from the host port and requires independent software to integrate badge data into applications. The unit suits organisations extending existing ID badges beyond physical access control.

Sustained Operation in Wide Temperatures

The reader operates continuously from -22 °F to 150 °F and stores safely from -40 °F to 185 °F. Humidity tolerance spans 5 % to 95 % non-condensing, so the device remains reliable in varied indoor environments without active cooling or special enclosure.

Kantech ioProx Compatibility Upgrade

This model adds Kantech ioProx Compactible support to the standard 125 kHz platform, letting sites read those credentials without replacing legacy cards. The jump is worthwhile when current readers lack ioProx capability and the application stack can consume the USB data stream directly.

How it compares

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Price $100.99
Pricier than about 80% of the 294 comparable items (median $21.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameRF IDEAS
Product linepcProx 82 Series
Model namepcProx
Part numberRDR-6782AKU
Product typeRFID Reader
Performance
Frequency rating125 kHz
Ports & slots
Connection typesUSB
Power
Power supplyUSB self-powered
Size & build
Form factorDesktop
Product dimensions3.38 in × 2 in × 0.6 in
Product weight0.45 lb (0.2 kg)
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size86 × 51 × 15 mm
Environment & compliance
Operating temperature range-22 degree to 150 degreeF (-30 degree to 65 degreeC)
Storage temperature range-40 degree to 185 degreeF (-40 degree to 85 degreeC)
Humidity range5% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing

Questions about this item

Does the 125 kHz reader generate noticeable heat or draw extra power when it runs continuously on a USB port?

The device is USB self-powered and rated to operate from -30°C to 65°C, so it draws only standard USB current and stays cool during all-day use.

What software must already be present on the host for the pcProx 82 Series reader to return card data?

Independent software is required; the reader itself only outputs raw credential data over USB, so your application or middleware must be installed and configured to interpret it.

Will the RDR-6782AKU read the older HID Prox cards we still issue alongside newer badges?

Yes, the reader supports Kantech ioProx compatibility at 125 kHz, allowing it to read legacy proximity credentials used with existing badge stock.

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