Ci-RD401 UHF RFID Desktop Reader

UHF RFIDDesktop ReaderEPC Gen 2Inventory

Ci-RD401 is a high-performance UHF RFID desktop reader designed for inventory management and item-level tracking. It supports EPCglobal UHF Class 1 Gen 2 / ISO 18000-6C protocol and features a compact design ideal for desktop use. With adjustable output power and multiple interface options including USB and RS232, it integrates seamlessly into existing systems.

Features

  • Support EPCglobal UHF Class 1 Gen 2 / ISO 18000-6C protocol
  • Adjustable read range up to 3 meters
  • USB and RS232 communication interfaces
  • Compact desktop design
  • Software-configurable output power
  • Multi-tag reading capability
  • LED and buzzer indicator

Technical Specifications

General Parameter

Frequency860-960 MHz (adjustable by region)
ProtocolEPCglobal UHF Class 1 Gen 2 / ISO 18000-6C
Read RangeUp to 3 meters (adjustable)
Write RangeUp to 1 meter
RF Output Power0-30 dBm (adjustable)
Antenna PortBuilt-in circular polarized antenna

Interface

CommunicationUSB 2.0 (Virtual COM), RS232
GPIO2 input / 2 output
IndicatorMulti-color LED, Buzzer

Physical

Dimension180 x 120 x 35 mm
Weight450 g
Power SupplyDC 5V via USB
Operating Temperature-10°C to +55°C

Product Scenarios

A flexible RFID solution tailored to widely different operational scenarios

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Item-Level Onboarding

Read, encode or verify tags on individual items at a desk for quick stock intake and reconciliation.

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Point-of-Use Tracking

Scan tagged consumables, tools or samples as they are issued or returned at workstations.

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Bluetooth Mobile Links

Pair a sled or compact reader with a phone or tablet for portable, on-the-spot reads.

Capabilities & Features

Core capabilities available out of the box

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Compact & Quiet Reads

Small desktop footprint reads individual items reliably, suitable for counters and point-of-use settings.

  • Space-saving design
  • Reliable single-item reads
  • Quiet operation
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Flexible Connectivity

USB and Bluetooth options connect to PCs, tablets and smartphones with minimal setup.

  • USB / Bluetooth
  • Fast pairing
  • Multi-device support
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Read / Write Support

Read and write tags for encoding, verification and inventory workflows at the point of use.

  • Encode & verify tags
  • Status updates
  • Audit accuracy

Integration & Ecosystem

Connect with your core systems and build one unified automation foundation

Technologies:UHF RFID
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PC / Mobile Apps

Connects to Cirfid middleware and partner apps over USB and Bluetooth for flexible workflows.

USBBluetoothMiddleware
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RFID Standards

Reads EPC Gen 2 tags and interoperates with the wider Cirfid ecosystem.

EPC Gen2UHF RFIDNFC reader/writer

Measurable Outcomes

Quantifiable gains customers achieve after deployment

99%+Read accuracy
<1 mRead range
Faster item intake
0Manual steps added

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Customer Feedback

What our customers across industries say about working with us

"We had live, item-level data we could trust from day one — cycle counts and audits are now routine and fast."

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Immediate Visibility

Operations Manager

Mid-size Distribution

"Setup was straightforward thanks to standard interfaces. The team integrated it with our WMS without custom engineering."

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Simple Rollout

IT Lead

Retail Chain

"Automatic reads at our gates removed manual scanning entirely, cutting turnaround and errors across the day."

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Better Throughput

Logistics Supervisor

3PL Provider