i3 offers a selection of cards and tags for use with the readers.
All of i3s 125 kilohertz proximity credentials may be used with the card reader. This includes clamshell and graphics-quality cards, keytags, hangtags and adhesive wafers. Read range varies with the credential type.
Clamshell-Type Card
Badge Card, Pre-Punched in Portrait
Rugged white card -- held by hand, clip or chain. Molded base stippled finish, beveled edges. Includes slot for strap or chain portrait orientation. Accepts adhesive or laminated photo ID overlay.
Technology in Credentials:
LF (125 kHz) communications between proximity readers and credentials.
Contains a molded slot for clip-strap or ball-chain. Do not drill or punch clamshell cards.
Technology in Credentials | |
Excitation frequency | 125 kHz, transmitting and receiving |
Read repetition rate | 1 read for each presentation of the credential into the readers RF |
Encoding for Tags and Cards | |
Code format types | Wiegand-type for general use; other types for proprietary formats |
Code format options | Number of bits between 26 and 50 bits total. Open code formats with 26 bits and 37 bits. Reserved facility codes in special 34-bit format. |
Application | Presentation by hand to the reader |
Environmental Conditions | |
Operating temperature | -31℉ to +150℉ (-35℃ to +65℃) |
Operating humidity | 0% to 95% non-condensing |
Exposure to sunlight | Remove credentials from direct exposure to bright sunlight in a hot environment. Do not leave cards and wafers inside vehicles in hot weather |
Size of Credentials | |
Dimension | Width x Length: 3.375 in (85.7 mm) X 2.125 in (54.0 mm) |
Thickness | 0.075 in (1.9 mm) |
Note | Contains a molded slot for clip-strap or ball-chain. Do not drill or punch clamshell cards. |