rf IDEAS - WAVE ID® Nano Reader

The powerful WAVE ID Nano credential reader, the world’s smallest credential reader, delivers all the

features of desktop and surface-mount readers in an ultra-compact form. Available in USB-A and USB-C,

learn what each type offers when it comes to enabling secure access on the go.

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The WAVE ID Nano USB-A and USB-C readers’ revolutionary small size offers flexibility for a variety of

integration opportunities, including embedding into monitor housing, connecting to printers, or inserting

into laptops or tablets. Their small form factor ensures the user’s workflow is not disrupted by minimizing

the number of hardware pieces required for solutions where access control is critical. The USB-C version is

also built to address extreme conditions, meeting military-grade specifications, including resistance to

altitude, sand, dust, high and low temperatures, vibration, shock, humidity, and freeze/thaw conditions.

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Both readers (USB-A & USB-C) integrate seamlessly into existing 125 kHz proximity or 13.56 MHz

contactless smart card systems. They work with various credential types worldwide, ensuring flexibility for

organizations. Along with backwards compatibility, these readers provide secure authentication and access

control. Users can easily wave an authorized badge to access their devices, eliminating the need for

cumbersome passwords. The 13.56MHz WAVE ID Nano reader is also available in a CCID version,

allowingplug-and-play operation with standard PC/SC drivers for Windows and other OS and including

support for FIDO2 NFC authenticators.