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Small black desktop RFID reader with short USB cable

RF IDEAS

RF IDEAS RDR-80531BKU-C16 RFID Reader Desktop USB 16" Cable

SKU CH-3BH3-AK57T MPN RDR-80531BKU-C16

Compact desktop RFID reader connects via USB and supports nearly all proximity and contactless credentials worldwide

  • Form factorDesktop
  • Power draw65 mA typical, 185 mA maximum
  • Connection typesUSB
  • Power supplyUSB self-powered
  • Product typeRFID Reader
  • HighlightsOur smallest and most capable desktop reader yet supports ne
  • Compact desktop footprint at 2.9" x 1.7" x .5
  • USB self-powered operation draws only 65 mA typical
  • Articulated cable and rubber feet keep reader stable on desk
  • Four user-definable ID card configurations for flexible deployments
  • Auto-tuning 13.56 MHz antenna optimises performance in varied environments

Compact credential reader

The RF IDEAS RDR-80531BKU-C16 is a desktop RFID reader that supports nearly all proximity and contactless credentials worldwide. It measures 2.9" x 1.7" x 0.5" and weighs 2.5 oz. The device is suited for access-control or point-of-sale workflows where a small footprint matters.

USB-powered desktop integration

The reader connects through a single USB port with an articulated 16" cable and rubber feet for stable placement. It draws 65 mA typical and 185 mA maximum from the host, so no external supply is needed. Four ID card configurations are available, with two pre-set and all four user definable.

Sustained scanning behaviour

Auto-tuning for the 13.56 MHz antenna optimises read performance across changing environments during continuous use. User-selectable volume control and a beeper on/off setting let operators manage audible feedback over long shifts. The compact design remains steady on the desktop throughout extended sessions.

How it compares

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Price $148.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 294 comparable items (median $21.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameRF IDEAS
Model nameRDR-80531BKU-C16
Product typeRFID Reader
Ports & slots
Connection typesUSB
Power
Power draw65 mA typical, 185 mA maximum
Power supplyUSB self-powered
Size & build
Form factorDesktop
Product dimensions2.9 in × 1.7 in × 0.5 in
Product weight2.5 oz
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size178 × 127 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

How much current does the reader draw at peak load from the USB port?

The reader draws a maximum of 185 mA and a typical 65 mA from the USB port.

Does the built-in beeper add noticeable noise during all-day operation?

The beeper volume is user-selectable and can be turned off for silent operation.

Which host interface must the computer provide for this reader to work?

The reader requires a standard USB port for both power and data.

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