RF IDEAS RDR-7585AKU 13.56 MHz RFID USB Dongle
A 13.56 MHz USB RFID dongle that reads MIFARE cards up to 4.00 inches away with no software required
- Form factorUSB Dongle
- Frequency ratingTransmit Frequency: 13.56 MHz
- Connection typesUSB
- CommunicationsTypical Maximum Read Range: 2 in – 4 in (5.0 – 10.0 cm) with
- General purpose I/OUSB, Serial RS232, Ethernet
- Power supplyNominal input: 5 Vdc; USB Model: via USB cable; PoE; RS232 m
- Plug-and-play USB dongle needs no driver installation
- Reads MIFARE cards at 13.56 MHz frequency
- Typical range 2.00–4.00 inches with PVC ID cards
- Typical range 1.00–1.50 inches with key fobs
- Operates from -22 °F to 150 °F
PCprox 13.56 MHz USB Dongle
The RF IDEAS RDR-7585AKU is a 13.56 MHz RFID reader in a USB dongle form factor. It reads MIFARE cards and tags, delivering data to applications without requiring software installation. The device operates as a plug-and-play keyboard wedge, sending card data directly to the active input field. It supports existing HID iClass and NXP MIFARE badge investments for access control or identity verification.
Suits integrators needing instant card-data entry
This reader suits system integrators and administrators who need to add contactless card reading to existing software without code changes or driver deployment. It is not for buyers who require a long-range reader, a device with Ethernet or RS232 connectivity built in, or support for proximity credentials outside the 13.56 MHz band. It also does not suit applications needing an onboard display or keypad for user interaction.
Read range 2.00–4.00 in with PVC cards
The single specification that decides fit is the typical maximum read range: 2.00" – 4.00" (5.0 – 10.0 cm) with standard PVC ID cards and 1.00" – 1.50" (2.5 – 3.8 cm) with key fobs. This short range demands close presentation, making it suitable for desktop authentication or point-of-sale check-in but unsuitable for hands-free gate access or vehicle identification.
How it compares
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- Price $121.99
- Pricier than about 84% of the 294 comparable items (median $21.99).
Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | RF IDEAS |
| Model name | RDR-7585AKU |
| Product type | RFID Reader |
| Performance | |
| Frequency rating | Transmit Frequency: 13.56 MHz |
| Ports & slots | |
| Connection types | USB |
| Power | |
| Power supply | Nominal input: 5 Vdc; USB Model: via USB cable; PoE; RS232 model: via a pass-thru PS/2 connector or power supply adapter |
| Size & build | |
| Form factor | USB Dongle |
| Product dimensions | 3.4 in × 2 in × 0.6 in |
| Product weight | 0.25 lb (0.11 kg) |
| Shipping weight | 0.91 kg |
| Package size | 254 × 203 × 76 mm |
| Environment & compliance | |
| Operating temperature range | -22 degree F to 150 degree F |
| Humidity range | 5% to 95% relative humidity, non-condensing |
| More details | |
| Communications | Typical Maximum Read Range: 2 in – 4 in (5.0 – 10.0 cm) with PVC ID cards 1 in – 1.5 in (2.5 – 3.8 cm) with key fobs |
| General purpose I/O | USB, Serial RS232, Ethernet |
Questions about this item
What comes in the box and is any extra cable or power supply needed?
The USB dongle draws 5 Vdc directly from the USB port so no separate power supply is required.
Which frequency and card types does this model support?
It operates at 13.56 MHz and reads MIFARE cards plus HID iClass badges.
How close must a PVC ID card or key fob be for a reliable read?
PVC ID cards read at 2.00–4.00 inches (5.0–10.0 cm) while key fobs need 1.00–1.50 inches (2.5–3.8 cm).
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