UHF | RAIN - RFID Reader Apulse - Air41

In professional environments where UHF RFID technology must be integrated without compromising workspace design or usability, compact desktop readers offer a decisive advantage. The Apulse Air41 Desktop UHF RFID Reader is designed for exactly these scenarios, combining reliable UHF | RAIN RFID performance with an exceptionally slim and elegant form factor. With a profile of only 13 mm and a lightweight construction of 367 g, the Air41 fits naturally into office desks, retail counters, laboratories, and IT workstations where space efficiency and visual integration are essential. Rather than appearing as industrial hardware, the Air41 blends seamlessly into modern working environments while delivering the performance required for daily RFID operations.

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The Air41 is engineered as a true plug and play UHF RFID desktop reader, reducing installation effort to an absolute minimum. A single USB Type C interface provides both power and data communication, eliminating the need for external power supplies or additional infrastructure. By default, the reader operates in USB VCP mode, with optional HID or UART communication modes available to support different host systems and software architectures. Once connected, users can immediately read and write UHF RFID tags without additional configuration or driver complexity. This simplicity makes the Air41 particularly attractive for fast rollouts, temporary workstations, pilot projects, or environments where non technical staff must operate RFID hardware reliably and efficiently.

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Ease of use is a central design principle of the Apulse Air41. The device is equipped with a clear LED indicator and an integrated buzzer, providing instant visual and acoustic feedback during tag reads and system events. Simple tactile buttons on the reader allow users to control inventory functions and notifications directly on the device, without the need to constantly interact with host software. This intuitive operation supports smooth workflows in everyday use, especially in scenarios where rapid confirmation and minimal user interaction are important. Internally, the Air41 is built on a high quality RFID engine with embedded Impinj technology, ensuring stable read performance and consistent results across different tag types and operating conditions. Support for all major operating systems further simplifies deployment in mixed IT environments.

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From a technical standpoint, the Air41 fully supports RAIN RFID standards, including UHF EPC Class 1 Gen2 and ISO 18000 63, ensuring interoperability with a wide range of RFID tags and backend systems. The reader operates across both ETSI and FCC frequency bands, enabling use in different regions without hardware changes. With typical read ranges of up to approximately one meter, depending on tag type and environmental factors, the Air41 is ideally suited for desktop based identification, verification, and short range inventory tasks. Typical application areas include asset tracking, healthcare workflows, retail operations, membership management, and access management, where fast and reliable UHF RFID interaction is required at a fixed workstation. At IDCRAFT, we support customers in selecting and integrating UHF | RAIN RFID desktop readers that align with operational requirements, physical constraints, and system architectures. For organizations looking for a compact, elegant, and easy to deploy UHF RFID reader, the Apulse Air41 offers a balanced solution that combines professional RFID performance, intuitive usability, and modern industrial design.