MR5 RFID & Smart Card Reader
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- Support for contact and contactless cards (Smart Card and MIFARE / RFID)
- Working frequency 13.56MHz for contactless cards
- Card reading range: 0 to 20–30 mm
- Connection interfaces: Bluetooth and micro‑USB
- Built-in rechargeable battery with a capacity of 160mAh and a usage time of about 150 minutes
MR5 RFID & Smart Card Reader: Product Overview
The MR5 is a versatile, compact, and portable card reader/writer designed for both contact (smart) cards and contactless (RFID/MIFARE) cards and tags. Combining flexibility, portability, and ease of use, the MR5 is ideal for businesses, developers, and event organizers who require a reliable solution for card management.
Benefits
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High flexibility: Supports multiple card types, suitable for access control, attendance tracking, payment systems, and custom software projects.
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Portable and convenient: Lightweight and battery-powered, enabling mobile card reading without a PC.
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Easy integration: Provides SDKs and standard protocols for developers to integrate with existing systems quickly.
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Cost and space efficiency: Eliminates the need for separate devices for contact and contactless cards.
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User-friendly setup: Plug-and-play connection via USB or Bluetooth simplifies deployment.
Recommended Use Cases
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Businesses and retail stores for secure access control or customer identification.
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Event organizers or conference managers needing mobile card reading solutions.
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Software developers building custom RFID or smart card applications.
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Organizations seeking a compact, all-in-one card reader with flexibility and reliability.
Summary
The MR5 RFID & Smart Card Reader is a comprehensive and versatile solution for modern card management. It combines support for both contact and contactless cards, portable design, energy efficiency, and software flexibility into one compact device. Perfect for businesses, events, and developers, MR5 provides a reliable, cost-effective, and easy-to-use tool for managing smart cards and RFID systems with speed and security.
| Supported Card Types | Contact cards (Smart Card / Chip cards) with ISO 7816 standard and contactless cards/tags based on ISO 14443 Type A, including MIFARE cards. |
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| Weight | 40 g |
| Connections | Bluetooth (LE / 4.0) for mobile connection (Android / iOS), micro-USB for PC connection or internal battery charging |
| Frequency | 13.56 MHz |
| Drivers | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Card Reading Range | 0 to 20–30 mm |
| Rechargeable Battery | Li-ion, 3.7 V, 160 mAh, up to ~150 minutes usage after full charge |
| Power Consumption & Operating Voltage | 5V DC / 500 mA, standby ≈30 mA, usage up to 70 mA |
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