Industrial UHF RFID Desktop Reader
RLD-03 Industrial UHF RFID Desktop Reader
Read, write and verify multiple UHF RFID tags on a large tempered-glass work surface, with adjustable RF power and RS232 or Ethernet connectivity for permanent business and production workstations.
Reduce repeated item scanning, compare the detected RFID list with the expected record and return the result directly to the connected POS, ERP, WMS, asset or production system.
*Typical maximum distances under suitable reference conditions. Actual performance depends on tag design, item material, orientation, RF power, stacking, workstation layout and nearby tagged objects.
Connected RFID Workstation
From Repeated Item Scans to One Verified RFID Record
The RLD-03 combines multi-item tag capture, business-record comparison, tag writing and exception handling in one permanent desktop workflow.
Scan and Enter Every Item Separately
Repeated handling for each product, book, document or tool
More repeated actions and more opportunities for missed, duplicated or mismatched records.
Networked Multi-Item Reading and Verification
One controlled sequence for all intended items on the work surface
Workflow improvements depend on the tags, item arrangement, host-software logic and workstation configuration. The RLD-03 provides RFID reading and writing capabilities; it does not replace the connected POS, ERP, WMS or production application.
Why RLD-03
Built for Permanent, High-Use RFID Workstations
The RLD-03 combines a large tempered-glass placement area, an aluminum-alloy enclosure, adjustable RF output and wired host communication for repeated business and industrial use.
Large Tempered-Glass Work Surface
The 400 × 300 mm area provides room for books, documents, folded apparel, tools and several small tagged products during reading, writing or verification.
Aluminum-Alloy Enclosure
A rigid low-profile enclosure supports permanent deployment at retail counters, asset desks, packing stations and production work areas.
0–33 dBm RF Adjustment
Tune the practical read area for the selected tags, item quantity and workstation layout instead of operating at maximum power by default.
RS232 and Ethernet Connectivity
Connect the reader to local software, industrial computers or networked business applications through the interface required by the project.
Operating Workflow
Turn Physical Items into a Verified Digital Record
Capture the tags inside the defined work area, compare them with the expected business record and return accepted or exception results to the connected application.
Position products, books, documents, tools or components inside the marked tempered-glass work area.
Read the supported tag data and apply filtering, de-duplication or RSSI rules in the software workflow.
Match the detected identifiers with a basket, order, asset list, archive transaction or production instruction.
Complete the operation or identify missing, additional, duplicated or unexpected tags for operator review.
Desktop RFID Applications
Designed for Multi-Item Business and Production Workflows
The RLD-03 is suited to controlled countertop and workstation processes. It is not a warehouse portal, payment terminal or replacement for incompatible HF RFID systems.
RFID-Assisted Retail Checkout
Capture several tagged garments, footwear items, books or accessories and return the EPC list to compatible POS software for transaction matching.
- Multi-item basket identification
- SKU and quantity verification
- Checkout, return or packing support
Asset and Tool Registration
Read, write and bind RFID identifiers to small tools, IT equipment, instruments and compact assets at a permanent issue, return or receiving station.
- RFID-to-asset-number binding
- Tool-kit or grouped-item verification
- Receiving, issue and return records
Book, Archive and Document Processing
Read, encode or verify tagged books, document folders and archive boxes on one defined desktop work surface.
- Book and archive registration
- Issue, return and file-transfer processing
- Record matching and missing-item checks
RLD-03 supplies RFID data to the connected software. Pricing, payment, asset rules and production decisions remain functions of the host application. Metal tools require suitable on-metal tags, and library or archive projects must use compatible UHF RFID tags.
Workstation Design
A Tempered-Glass Surface for Repeated Item Placement
The large marked work surface gives operators a clear area for placing several tagged items during reading, writing, checkout or verification.
The smooth tempered-glass surface is easier to wipe after repeated contact with products, documents and workplace materials.
The marked zone guides operators toward a repeatable item position for each transaction.
The clean light-colored worktop and aluminum-alloy enclosure suit retail, library and service-counter environments.
The 400 × 300 mm body and 2 kg weight are designed for a fixed counter or workstation rather than portable use.
Configurable RF Performance
Use the Working Area Without Reading the Whole Counter
A larger desktop zone improves multi-item handling, but RF power, tag placement, filtering and separation still determine which tags enter the operation.
Mark the active surface, define the expected item quantity and keep waiting, completed or rejected RFID-tagged objects outside the controlled work area.
Up to 60 cm Reading
Capture tags placed on or above the work surface, subject to tag type, material, orientation and power configuration.
Up to 30 cm Writing
Use a closer and more controlled placement when updating tag memory or programming identifiers.
0–33 dBm RF Adjustment
Reduce or extend the practical read area for the selected tag population and workstation layout.
Filtering and RSSI
Use supported tag filtering and signal information to assist the host software in selecting and validating intended items.
Nearby merchandise, completed items, employee RFID cards, tags below the counter and adjacent readers can enter the zone if the workstation is not controlled. Use the lowest practical RF output and validate the actual item arrangement.
System Connectivity
Connect the RFID Workstation to Business or Production Software
Use Ethernet for a networked workstation or RS232 for local and industrial host integration, then control reading, writing and verification through the available software resources.
Connect the reader to a networked POS, ERP, WMS, asset-management or production application.
Integrate with industrial computers, controllers or existing systems that use serial communication.
Evaluate reader configuration, tag reading and tag-writing functions before implementing the final workflow.
Develop a dedicated checkout, registration, order-verification, archive or production application.
Deployment Guidance
Configure the Reader Around the Items and Process
The expected item count, tag type, placement area, RF power, write rules and exception logic should be designed as one connected workstation process.
Define the Item Set
Confirm whether each operation involves garments, books, documents, tools, packaged products or production components.
Test the Actual Tags
Verify tag model, mounting material, orientation and stacking conditions using the real items.
Mark the Operating Area
Define where intended items should be placed and where waiting or completed items should remain.
Adjust RF Power
Start at a lower output and increase it only until the intended items can be captured consistently.
Control Write Operations
Use a controlled single-tag or confirmed-target workflow when changing tag data.
Record Exceptions
Save missing-tag, extra-tag, duplicate-EPC and write-failure events for review.
Technical Specifications
RLD-03 Specifications and Configuration Details
Confirm practical multi-tag performance and the final read/write area using the intended tags, item materials and software workflow before production deployment.
| RF Performance | |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 840–960 MHz |
| Air Interface Protocols | ISO 18000-6C / 6B, EPC Class 1 Gen 2 |
| RF Output Power | 0–33 dBm, adjustable |
| Typical Read Range | Up to 60 cm* |
| Typical Write Range | Up to 30 cm* |
| Multi-Tag Handling | Supported; validate the intended tag quantity and item arrangement |
| Tag Filtering | Supported |
| RSSI Detection | Supported |
| Communication and Development | |
| Communication Interfaces | RS232 / RJ45 |
| Demo Software | Available |
| SDK Support | C# and Java |
| Excel Data Workflow | Import/export described in the supplied software documentation; confirm template, fields and exception logging |
| Environmental and Mechanical | |
| Operating Temperature | −20°C to 55°C |
| Storage Temperature | −40°C to 80°C |
| Dimensions | 400 × 300 × 35 mm |
| Top Surface | Tempered glass |
| Enclosure | Aluminum alloy |
| Weight | 2 kg |
*Reference maximum distances are not guaranteed working distances. Actual performance depends on tag construction, product material, orientation, stacking, RF setting, surrounding metal and nearby tagged objects.
Product Design
RLD-03 Product and Connection Views
Review the 400 × 300 mm footprint, tempered-glass operating area and RS232/RJ45 connection panel when planning the counter or workstation.
Mechanical Drawing
Tempered-Glass Work Surface
RS232 and RJ45 Connection Panel
The functions of the additional yellow connector, green terminal block and power input should be published only after the final interface definition and pinout are confirmed.
Technical Resources
Resources for Evaluation and System Integration
Request the files required to evaluate multi-item reading, test tag writing and connect the RLD-03 to the intended business or production software.
Product Data Sheet
Review RF, communication, environmental and mechanical specifications.
Request Data SheetDemo Software
Evaluate tag reading, writing, RF adjustment and basic reader configuration.
Request Demo SoftwareSDK and API Resources
Develop a custom checkout, registration, order-verification or production application using C# or Java.
Request SDKCommunication and Interface Files
Review RS232/RJ45 commands, connector details and the final interface pinout before integration.
Request Engineering FilesFAQ
RLD-03 Industrial UHF RFID Desktop Reader FAQ
What is the RLD-03 used for?
The RLD-03 is designed for desktop UHF RFID reading, writing and multi-item verification in retail, asset registration, document processing, packing and production workflows.
How is the RLD-03 different from the RLD-02?
Both provide a large desktop RFID area. The RLD-03 adds a tempered-glass top surface, aluminum-alloy enclosure and RS232/RJ45 connectivity for more permanent and networked workstation deployments.
Can it be used for RFID-assisted checkout?
Yes. It can capture several tagged products and send their EPC data to compatible POS software. Pricing, payment and transaction logic remain functions of the connected system.
Can it read several garments simultaneously?
It supports multi-tag reading, but actual results depend on tag placement, folding, stacking, RF power and nearby items. Test the workflow with the actual merchandise.
Can it register tools and assets?
Yes. It can support tag-to-asset binding, reading, writing and verification for tools and assets that fit the desktop work area. Metal items require suitable on-metal tags.
Can it process books and archive files?
Yes, provided the books or documents use compatible UHF RFID tags. It does not support incompatible HF RFID library tags.
What is the maximum read range?
The reference maximum is up to 60 cm. Actual operating distance depends on the tag, object, orientation, RF setting and environment.
What is the maximum write range?
The reference maximum is up to 30 cm under suitable conditions. Reliable writing normally requires a closer and more controlled placement than reading.
Which communication interfaces are available?
The RLD-03 supports RS232 and RJ45 communication.
Does it support tag writing?
Yes. It can read, write and update supported UHF RFID memory according to the selected tag chip and application software.
Does it include checkout or asset-management software?
No. The RLD-03 is the RFID hardware workstation. It must be connected to compatible customer software or a custom application.
Can maximum RF power cause unwanted reads?
Yes. A wider read area can include nearby tags. RF power, item placement, software filtering and workstation separation should be configured during deployment.
What is the top surface made from?
The RLD-03 uses a tempered-glass top surface with an aluminum-alloy enclosure.
Workstation Configuration
Configure the RLD-03 for Your RFID Workstation
Send the item and tag type, expected quantity, business workflow, software environment, communication preference and read/write requirements for technical review.