The variety of fixed readers according to their characteristics, models, sizes, features and RFID applications must be addressed with an analysis that takes into account aspects such as the following:
Desired reading distance: from short distances up to 16 – 20 metres.
Number of inputs and outputs, up to 16 ports, depending on requirements and communications
External communications: there are options such as Ethernet, RS232, RS485, RJ45, USB, Data Clock, GSM, 3G, 4G, Android…
Output power: up to 2W in Europe and up to 4W in America
Tag capture rate per second: variable, up to a maximum of 700 effective tags per second
Power supply: mains connection, PoE
Applications for different uses: industrial, office, for outdoor use, in adverse conditions, … This will influence elements such as:
