UHF | RAIN - RFID Handheld Reader CHAINWAY - SR160

The Chainway SR160 is a powerful UHF | RAIN - RFID reader specifically designed for professional applications where reliability, speed, and flexibility are critical. As a compact RFID handheld, the SR160 combines advanced UHF | RAIN - RFID technology with an integrated 2D barcode scanner, making it ideally suited for hybrid AutoID scenarios. The device is based on a self-developed UHF RFID module featuring the Impinj E310 chipset and supports advanced Impinj Gen2X technology. As a result, the Chainway UHF RFID reader delivers excellent single-tag read/write performance and ensures fast, accurate identification of RFID transponders compliant with EPC Class 1 Gen2 and ISO 18000-6C standards. Thanks to its ergonomic design, the SR160 is ideally suited as an RFID mobile reader for daily use in demanding environments.

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With an adjustable reading range of approximately 7 to 100 centimeters, the SR160 covers a wide range of application scenarios. The integrated circularly polarized antenna enables stable and reliable reading of UHF RFID tags, even in environments with high tag density or varying tag orientations. With an output power of up to 25 dBm, this UHF handheld reader offers an optimal balance between reading range and energy efficiency. The Chainway SR160 can be operated either via a wired USB connection or wirelessly using Bluetooth Low Energy 5.0, allowing flexible integration into existing IT and RFID infrastructures. When paired with a host device, such as an RFID Android tablet or a UHF RFID tablet, it forms a powerful mobile AutoID solution for real-time data capture and processing.

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Another key feature of the Chainway UHF mobile reader is its integrated high-performance 2D barcode scanner. It enables reliable scanning of both 1D and 2D barcodes even under challenging conditions, such as scratched, dirty, poorly printed barcodes, or codes displayed on screens. This makes the SR160 an excellent choice for combined RFID and barcode workflows where maximum flexibility is required. Typical application areas for this RFID reader include retail, inventory and asset management, warehouse and logistics operations, manufacturing and assembly lines, as well as point-of-sale applications. Its rugged construction, drop resistance of up to 1.5 meters, and well-designed user interface make the SR160 a dependable tool for everyday industrial use.

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As a Chainway UHF RFID reader, the SR160 stands for quality, technological innovation, and long-term investment security. Organizations benefit from a scalable solution that can be seamlessly adapted to individual process requirements. Combined with the manufacturer-independent consulting services of IDCRAFT GmbH, the Chainway SR160 becomes a key building block for modern UHF | RAIN RFID applications. IDCRAFT supports customers not only in selecting the right RFID handheld, but also in integration, configuration, and project-specific customization. The result is a future-proof AutoID solution that sustainably increases efficiency, transparency, and process reliability, from initial consultation through to productive operation.