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Black desktop RFID reader with USB cable

RF IDEAS

RF IDEAS RDR-7581AKU RFID 13.56 MHz USB Desktop Black

SKU CH-XPV1-13FAD MPN RDR-7581AKU

Desktop USB reader captures 13.56 MHz contactless card data and outputs keystrokes, powered by the host and configurable via onboard flash memory

  • Form factorDesktop
  • Frequency rating13.56 MHz
  • Connection typesUSB
  • Power supplyUSB 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)
  • Eliminates manual entry with error-free contactless identification
  • Works with nearly all 13.56 MHz cards, tags and labels
  • Plug-and-play USB power requires no external supply
  • Six-foot cable gives flexible desktop placement
  • Operates from -30 °C to 65 °C for harsh environments

What It Is

The RF IDEAS RDR-7581AKU is a desktop RFID reader operating at 13.56 MHz. It connects via USB and draws power from the same port. The unit reads contactless smart cards, tags and labels, then outputs the data as keystrokes without additional driver installation. Its black enclosure measures 3.38" x 2.00" x 0.60" and weighs .45 lbs.

Upgrade Path

This reader replaces manual badge entry or proprietary single-application scanners. The jump is worth it when an organisation wants to reuse existing 13.56 MHz access credentials for time tracking, secure print release or workstation login. Flash memory stores the output format, so the same hardware can be re-flashed if the host application changes.

Who It Suits

It suits IT teams deploying contactless authentication across Windows, macOS or Linux workstations where a USB port is available. It is not for buyers who need long-range UHF reading, dual-frequency support, or a reader that mounts behind a panel without a visible cable.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in RFID & Smart Card Readers, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $150.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 294 comparable items (median $21.99).

Specifications

Product
Model nameAIR ID Enroll
Product typeRFID Reader
Performance
Frequency rating13.56 MHz
Ports & slots
Connection typesUSB
Power
Power supplyUSB 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

How much desk space does the 3.38" by 2.00" footprint need?

The reader measures 3.38 inches wide by 2.00 inches deep and stands 0.60 inches high, so it fits on any flat surface with a few square inches of clearance.

Does the 6 ft USB cable plug straight into a PC or does it need a driver first?

Connect the USB cable to a host port; the device enumerates as a keyboard and works immediately without driver installation.

Will the contactless antenna or USB connector wear out from daily badge taps?

The unit has no moving parts and is rated for operation from -22 °F to 150 °F, so normal daily use does not require scheduled maintenance.

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