Overview

iCLASS® smart reader/writers and cards make access control and read/write applications more powerful, more versatile, and most importantly, offer enhanced security through encryption and mutual authentication.

At the same time, iCLASS is user-friendly, delivering the convenience, affordability and reliability of proximity technology, for which HID is known worldwide.

Using the 13.56 MHz technology platform, the iCLASS RW400 contactless smart card reader/writer combines the longer read range of proximity with the power and heightened security of smart card technology.

Supporting read/write applications, the RW400 reads/writes user data to HID iCLASS credentials that offer either 2k bit (256 Byte), 16k bit (2k Byte) or 32k bit (4k Byte) of data storage. Read/write applications include IT secure authentication, biometric template storage, digital cash, time and attendance, equipment/material use or checkout and transit passes.

Specifications

Typical Maximum Read Range*
2.5-4.5″ (6.3-11.4 cm) with HID iCLASS Card
1.0″ (2.5 cm) with HID iCLASS Key
1.0″ (2.5 cm) with HID iCLASS Tag
1.5-2.0″ (3.8-5.0 cm) with HID iCLASS Prox
1-2″ (2.5-5.0 cm) with MIFARE Card (serial number only)

*Using ISO 15693 mode (except MIFARE).

Dimensions
3.30″ x 4.80″ x .85″ (8.38 cm x 12.19 cm x 2.16 cm)

Card Compatibility
The iCLASS RW400 reader is compatible with all iCLASS credentials. The reader’s versatility allows it to read credentials meeting several ISO standards:

• 15693 – read/write; 2k bit (256 Byte), 16k bit (2k Byte) and 32k bit (4k Byte) iCLASS credentials
• 14443A – read only; MIFARE (serial number)
• 14443B – read/write; 16k bit (2k Byte) iCLASS credentials