# Metratec > Metratec GmbH is a German manufacturer of RFID readers, UHF/HF RFID OEM modules, RTLS indoor positioning systems (UWB, AoA), and associated middleware. Based in Magdeburg, Germany with a US office in Chicago. Products serve OEM integrators in medical devices, laboratory equipment, industrial machines, and logistics. > Contact: info@metratec.com | Website: https://www.metratec.com ## Full Content Export - [Complete content for AI](https://www.metratec.com/llms-full.txt) --- ## Products - [AT32080 HF RFID High-Temp Antenna](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-antennas/at32080/): High-temperature HF RFID antenna at 13.56 MHz rated up to 125 C. Designed for industrial environments requiring heat-resistant RFID identification. - [Beacon B](https://www.metratec.com/products/rtls/indoor-positioning/beacon-b/): Compact keyfob IPS beacon with button and 2-year battery life. Lightweight indoor positioning tag for personnel and visitor tracking. - [Beacon E60](https://www.metratec.com/products/rtls/indoor-positioning/beacon-e60/): Lightweight IPS beacon for people tracking in indoor positioning systems. Compact design worn as badge or wristband for real-time location. - [Beacon F](https://www.metratec.com/products/rtls/indoor-positioning/beacon-f/): IPS beacon with magnetic foot mount and control LED indicator. Versatile indoor positioning tag for asset and equipment tracking. - [Beacon L](https://www.metratec.com/products/rtls/indoor-positioning/beacon-l/): Long-life IPS beacon with 8-year battery and IP65 protection. Robust indoor positioning tag for industrial asset tracking environments. - [Beacon R](https://www.metratec.com/products/rtls/indoor-positioning/beacon-r/): Nearly indestructible IPS beacon with IP65 rating. Heavy-duty indoor positioning tag for harsh industrial and outdoor environments. - [CC-Lock HF RFID Antenna](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-antennas/cc-lock-antenna/): IP65-rated HF RFID antenna for electrical cabinet access control. 13.56 MHz with robust housing for industrial locking systems. - [CC-Lock RFID Industrial Mifare Reader](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-readers/cc-lock-reader/): Industrial Mifare RFID reader with DIN-rail mount, Ethernet and RS485 interfaces. Designed for access control and cabinet security applications. - [DeskID ISO USB Desktop Reader/Writer](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-readers/deskid-iso/): USB-powered HF RFID desktop reader/writer for ISO 15693 tags. Plug-and-play setup for encoding, reading, and writing NFC-V transponders. - [DeskID MF USB Desktop-Reader/Writer](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/deskid-mf/): DeskID MF USB Desktop-Reader/Writer. The DeskID MF is an especially compact HF RFID reader and writer for office RFID applications with ISO14443 tags. T... - [DeskID NFC USB Reader/Writer](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-readers/deskid-nfc/): Multi-protocol NFC desktop reader/writer. Reads ISO 15693, ISO 14443, MIFARE Classic, Ultralight, DESFire, NTAG. USB-C, 10 cm range. Free SDKs for Java, .NET, Python, C. - [DeskID UHF v2 RFID Desktop Reader/Writer](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-readers/deskid-uhf-v2/): Compact USB-C desktop UHF RFID reader/writer. 868 MHz (ETSI) or 902-928 MHz (FCC). Up to 80 cm read range, EPC Gen 2, Impinj E310. Free SDKs for Java, .NET, Python, C. - [DMI15 HF integrated RFID Reader](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-readers/dmi15/): Integrated HF RFID reader with built-in antenna, Ethernet/PoE, and 24V DC output. ISO 15693 at 13.56 MHz for industrial identification. - [DoubleLoop HF RFID Antenna](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-antennas/doubleloop/): Slim HF RFID desktop antenna with dual-loop design at 13.56 MHz. Ideal for workstation-based tag reading and encoding applications. - [Dwarf14 Embedded Mifare Starter Kit](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/starter-kits/dwarf14-embedded-mifare-starter-kit/): Dwarf14 Embedded Mifare Starter Kit. RFID technology offers OEM manufacturers a variety of useful and innovative additional features for their products:... - [Dwarf14 Embedded SMD Module](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/oem-modules/dwarf14/): Dwarf14 Embedded SMD Module. If you want to integrate RFID technology into existing devices to check consumables, find counterfeited spare parts in a ma... - [Dwarf15 HF RFID Starter Kit](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/starter-kits/dwarf15-hf-rfid-starter-kit/): HF RFID starter kit with Dwarf15 module and external antenna. Everything needed to start developing ISO 15693 applications. - [DwarfG2 v2 UHF RFID OEM Module](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/oem-modules/dwarfg2-v2-uhf-rfid-module/): UHF RFID OEM module with 21 dBm output and 1.5 m read range. Worldwide frequency support for embedded asset tracking solutions. - [DwarfG2-Mini v2 UHF RFID OEM Module](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/oem-modules/dwarfg2-mini-v2-uhf-rfid-oem-module/): Compact UHF RFID OEM module with 9 dBm output and 50 cm read range. Designed for space-constrained embedded RFID applications. - [DwarfG2-XR v2 UHF RFID OEM Module](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/oem-modules/dwarfg2-xr-v2-uhf-rfid-oem-module/): Extended-range UHF RFID OEM module with 27 dBm output and up to 5 m read range. Worldwide frequency support for industrial OEM integration. - [Echo-4 Embedded RFID Antenna](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-antennas/echo-4-embedded-rfid-antenna/): Small and lightweight embedded UHF RFID antenna for medium-range applications. Easy integration into custom enclosures and OEM devices. - [Echo-N UHF RFID Nearfield Antenna](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-antennas/echo-n/): UHF RFID nearfield antenna with inductive coupling and IP65 protection. Precise short-range reading for item-level tagging and encoding. - [HF Detector Tag](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/oem-modules/hf-detector-tag/): HF Detector Tag. The HF Detector Tag is a useful tool for any HF RFID application. The passive tag has a loop antenna - [HF RFID Tunnel](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-systems/hf-rfid-tunnel/): HF RFID Tunnel - HF RFID Tunnel für zuverlässiges Scannen beliebig orientierter Tags bei 13,56 MHz. 500mm Standard-Breite, Kunststoff-Rollenbahn, hohe... - [hfMux-16 RFID HF Multiplexer](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-multiplexers/hfmux-16-rfid-hf-multiplexer/): HF RFID multiplexer for 16 antennas with 24V digital inputs at 13.56 MHz. Expand read points without additional readers. - [hfMux-4 RFID HF Multiplexer](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-multiplexers/hfmux-4/): HF RFID multiplexer for 4 antennas with 24V digital inputs at 13.56 MHz. Cost-effective multi-antenna switching for compact setups. - [hfMux-8 RFID HF Multiplexer](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-multiplexers/hfmux-8/): HF RFID multiplexer for 8 antennas with 24V digital inputs at 13.56 MHz. Scalable antenna switching for mid-size RFID installations. - [hyperMux-16 UHF RFID Multiplexer](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-multiplexers/hypermux-16/): UHF RFID multiplexer for 16 antennas with worldwide frequency support. Large-scale antenna switching for warehousing and logistics. - [hyperMux-4 UHF RFID Multiplexer](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-multiplexers/hypermux-4/): UHF RFID multiplexer for 4 antennas with worldwide frequency support. Compact multi-antenna switching for UHF RFID reader systems. - [hyperMux-8 UHF RFID Multiplexer](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-multiplexers/hypermux-8-uhf-rfid-multiplexer/): UHF RFID multiplexer for 8 antennas with worldwide frequency support. Flexible mid-size antenna switching for industrial UHF RFID setups. - [IoT-Engine Middleware (Core Framework)](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/iot-engine-middleware-core-framework/) - [IPS Plugin](https://www.metratec.com/products/rtls/indoor-positioning/ips-plugin/) - [IPS Receiver](https://www.metratec.com/products/rtls/indoor-positioning/ips-receiver/): Indoor positioning receiver with PoE and 100 m range for zone-based location tracking. Infrastructure component for metraTec IPS systems. - [IPS Repeater](https://www.metratec.com/products/rtls/indoor-positioning/ips-repeater/): Wireless IPS repeater that extends indoor positioning coverage without Ethernet cabling. Simplifies deployment in large or complex facilities. - [IPS USB Stick](https://www.metratec.com/products/rtls/indoor-positioning/ips-usb-stick/): USB-powered IPS receiver stick for system debugging and testing. Portable tool for verifying beacon signals and indoor positioning coverage. - [IPS+ UWB Beacon L](https://www.metratec.com/products/rtls/uwb-ultrawideband/uwb-beacon/): UWB beacon for precise indoor positioning at 6-7 GHz with IP65 protection and 40 m range. High-accuracy real-time location tracking. - [Lambda40 HF Loop Antenna](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-antennas/lambda40/): HF RFID loop antenna with IP65 housing and up to 600 mm read range at 13.56 MHz. Robust design for industrial and outdoor RFID setups. - [Map Plugin](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/map-plugin/): Map Plugin - The Map-Plugin extends the visualization capabilities of the IoT Engine with a map-based interface. Depending on the application, you can - [MaxiPCB HF RFID Antenna](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-antennas/maxipcb/): Slim HF RFID PCB antenna with up to 400 mm read range at 13.56 MHz. Flat design for integration behind panels and into furniture. - [MidiPCB HF RFID Antenna](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-antennas/midipcb/): Mid-size slim HF RFID PCB antenna with up to 200 mm read range at 13.56 MHz. Easy to embed behind surfaces for concealed installations. - [MiniPCB HF RFID Antenna](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-antennas/minipcb/): Compact slim HF RFID PCB antenna with up to 100 mm read range at 13.56 MHz. Small footprint for space-constrained RFID installations. - [Output Plugin](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/output-plugin/): Output Plugin - different events are created during the operation of the IoT-Engine depending on the type of installed plugins. These can be - [PLRM Long Range UHF RFID Reader/Writer OEM Module](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/oem-modules/plrm-long-range-uhf-rfid-reader-writer-oem-module/): Long-range UHF RFID OEM module with up to 12 m read range and 4 antenna ports. High-performance embedded module for logistics and warehousing. - [PulsarLR UHF RFID Reader - Long Range Industrial Reader/Writer](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-readers/pulsarlr/): Industrial long-range UHF RFID reader with Impinj E710. Up to 12 m read range, 4 antenna ports, PoE, Ethernet, RS232/485. Embedded Linux, browser-based control. CE/FCC certified. - [QR-NFC Embedded OEM Module](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/oem-modules/qr-nfc-embedded-oem-module/): Compact NFC OEM module with integrated 13.56 MHz antenna. Reads all NFC tags (ISO 14443, ISO 15693, MIFARE, NTAG, DESFire). UART and I2C interface, AT protocol, free libraries. For device integration. - [QR14 HF RFID Embedded Module](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/oem-modules/qr14/): QR14 HF RFID Embedded Module. Some RFID applications place higher demands on data security, e.g. applications in the field of e-payment or ticketing. He... - [QR15 HF RFID Plugin Module](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/oem-modules/qr15/): HF RFID plugin module with integrated antenna and 70 mm read range. ISO 15693 at 13.56 MHz for compact OEM identification solutions. - [QR15 HF RFID Starter Kit](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/starter-kits/qr15-hf-rfid-starter-kit/): HF RFID starter kit with QR15 module and integrated antenna. Quick-start development package for ISO 15693 RFID projects. - [QRG2 UHF RFID Embedded Module](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/oem-modules/qrg2/): UHF RFID embedded module with Impinj E310 chip and integrated antenna. Ready-to-integrate solution for OEM UHF identification. - [QuasarLR HF RFID Reader - Long Range 13.56 MHz Industrial Reader](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-readers/quasarlr/): HF RFID long-range reader at 13.56 MHz with up to 60 cm read range. Ethernet interface and 24V IOs for industrial applications. - [QuasarMF HF Reader/Writer for ISO14443](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-readers/quasarmf/): HF RFID reader/writer for ISO 14443 with Ethernet. Supports Mifare Classic and Ultralight for access control and identification. - [RFID Kanban Box](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-systems/rfid-kanban-box/): RFID Kanban Box. The use of the Kanban system of supply chain management and optimization is widespread in manufacturing supply chain settings. Examples - [RFID Plugin](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-plugin/) - [RFID Starter Kit HF Maxi](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/starter-kits/rfid-starter-kit-hf-maxi/): HF RFID starter kit with reader and MaxiPCB antenna for up to 300 mm range. Complete ISO 15693 evaluation package for long-range HF setups. - [RFID Starter Kit HF Midi](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/starter-kits/rfid-starter-kit-hf-midi/): HF RFID starter kit with reader and MidiPCB antenna for up to 200 mm range. Complete ISO 15693 evaluation package for medium-range setups. - [RFID Starter Kit HF Mini](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/starter-kits/rfid-starter-kit-hf-mini/): HF RFID starter kit with reader and MiniPCB antenna for up to 100 mm range. Compact ISO 15693 evaluation package for short-range use. - [RFID Starter Kit UHF Mid-Range](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/starter-kits/rfid-starter-kit-uhf-mid-range/): UHF RFID starter kit with mid-range reader for up to 3 m range. Complete EPC Gen 2 evaluation package for UHF RFID development. - [RFID-HAT for Raspberry Pi](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/starter-kits/rfid-hat-for-raspberry-pi/) - [RR15 HF Embedded RFID Starter Kit](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/starter-kits/rr15-hf-rfid-starter-kit/): Embedded HF RFID starter kit with RR15 module and USB-C interface. Rapid prototyping for ISO 15693 identification solutions. - [RR15 HF RFID OEM Module](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/oem-modules/rr15/): HF RFID OEM module with integrated antenna for ISO 15693 tags. Compact design for embedded reader applications at 13.56 MHz. - [UHF RFID Gate](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-systems/uhf-rfid-gate/) - [UHF RFID Tunnel](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/rfid-systems/uhf-rfid-tunnel/) - [UM14 HF Embedded Mifare Module](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/oem-modules/um14/): UM14 HF Embedded Mifare Module. You are looking for a complete RFID module using MIFARE® technology with an internal antenna to integrate into your own - [UM15 USB RFID Module](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/oem-modules/um15/): USB-powered HF RFID module with integrated antenna for ISO 15693. Simple plug-and-play integration for desktop and embedded applications. - [Userscript Plugin](https://www.metratec.com/products/rfid/userscript-plugin/): Userscript Plugin - With the Userscript-Plugin you can create your own scripts to trigger a specialized action at a certain event of the ## Technologies - [Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS)](https://www.metratec.com/technologies/rtls/): The "Indoor GPS" Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS) are based on technologies that allow the position of objects or people to be tracked in real-time. The - [RF Identification (RFID)](https://www.metratec.com/technologies/rfid/): What is RFID technology? 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