MORX RFG-CR15 15 m UHF RFID Long-Range Reader

Overview

The MORX RFG-CR15 is a fixed UHF (ultra high frequency) RFID (radio frequency identification) reader that identifies tagged vehicles from up to 15 m away, depending on the tag. Its 8 dBi circularly polarised antenna is built in, which helps it read tags held at different angles, and the IP66 housing is made for permanent outdoor mounting. It suits parking entry and exit, weighbridge automation, toll and checkpoint lanes, yard asset tracking and fixed points on production lines.

Is it right for you?

• It suits a lane where vehicles should be identified well before the barrier, at up to 15 m.
• It suits tags fixed at varying angles: circular polarisation is more forgiving of tag orientation than a linear antenna.
• It suits outdoor mounting: IP66 and rated -20 to 70 °C.
• If the vehicle slows right at the barrier, the RFG-CR06 is the shorter-range option. For wide, fast lanes, the RFG-CR20 reads further.

Key features

• Identification distance up to 15 m, depending on tag and surroundings.
• Group reading of more than 500 tags, on ISO 18000-6C (EPC Gen2).
• RF power 0 to 30 dBm, adjustable in software, with frequency hopping (FHSS) or fixed frequency.
• Automatic, trigger and interactive working modes, with a buzzer or LED prompt on each read.
• 865 to 867 MHz as standard; other bands can be customised.
• RS232, RS485 and Wiegand 26/34 as standard, with a trigger input and relay output; RJ45, Wi-Fi and GPRS mobile data as options.
• Software development kit (SDK) with DLL and demo source code, for integrators writing their own software.
• Power use under 5 W; 180 x 180 x 60 mm, 550 g.

What else you need

• A 12 V, 2 A power supply.
• A controller or software that accepts Wiegand or serial data, such as a barrier controller or access panel.
• UHF windshield or asset tags, and a desktop reader such as the RFG-WD01 to enrol them.

Installation

A barrier or access control installer should mount it on a rigid pole facing the approaching windshields, wire the Wiegand, serial or relay output to the controller and connect the 12 V supply. Adjust the RF power in software so the read zone covers the lane and no more.

Before you buy

• Range figures are measured with favourable tags, so plan for less through coated windshields.
• State any optional interface (RJ45, Wi-Fi or GPRS) and any non-standard band on the order.