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Small gray square USB RFID reader with LED indicator and long cable

HID Global Corporation

HID Global Corporation R50250001-GR RFID Reader 125 kHz USB 2.0

SKU CH-JZAM-WNNNA MPN R50250001-GR

Reads 125 kHz HID Prox cards via USB 2.0 with native CCID support for PCs, thin and zero clients

  • TypeRFID Reader
  • Form FactorExternal
  • RFID Protocol SupportHID Prox 125 KHz
  • Frequency TypeLF
  • Frequency125 KHz
  • ConnectorsHost Interface: USB 2.0 full speed Connector Cable / Length:
  • Reads 125 kHz HID Prox cards for converged access
  • Full native CCID driver works on PC, thin and zero clients
  • Small 2.32" × 2.32" × 0.44" form factor fits tight spaces
  • Bus-powered USB 2.0 with 200 cm cable needs no extra supply
  • LED status indicator shows reader state at a glance

HID Prox 125 kHz Reader for CCID Log-in

The OMNIKEY 5025 CL reads HID Prox cards at 125 kHz and connects through a USB 2.0 full-speed interface. It is powered entirely by the host bus and targets organisations that want to reuse existing proximity badges for PC, thin-client or zero-client authentication. A built-in LED shows reader status during operation.

CCID Driver Package and Mounting Accessories

Native CCID support removes the need for proprietary drivers on Windows, Linux or macOS, allowing the device to work immediately in standard smart-card stacks. The bundle also includes an adhesive plate, a screw-mount bracket and a card holder so the reader can be fixed to a desk, a wall or a kiosk without extra hardware.

USB 2.0 Full-Speed and LF Range Limits

The USB 2.0 full-speed link caps bandwidth at 12 Mbit/s, which is sufficient for the low-frequency protocol but prevents use on hosts that only expose high-speed or SuperSpeed ports without backward compatibility. The 125 kHz inductive coupling requires the card to be held within a few centimetres of the reader surface, so the device cannot cover doorway-scale read zones.

Highlights

  • Reads 125 kHz HID Prox cards for converged access
  • Full native CCID driver works on PC, thin and zero clients
  • Small 2.32" × 2.32" × 0.44" form factor fits tight spaces
  • Bus-powered USB 2.0 with 200 cm cable needs no extra supply
  • LED status indicator shows reader state at a glance

Specifications

BrandHID
SeriesOMNIKEY
Model5025 CL
Part NumberR50250001-GR
TypeRFID Reader
Form FactorExternal
RFID Protocol SupportHID Prox 125 KHz
Frequency TypeLF
Frequency125 KHz
ConnectorsHost Interface: USB 2.0 full speed
Connector Cable / Length: USB Type A Connector / 78.7" (200 cm)
Power SupplyBus powered
FeatureStatus Indicator: Light Emitting Diode
DRIVER & SOFTWARE:
CCID: Full CCID
PC / SC Compatibility: Contactless Driver Package PC/SC support
PC / SC Driver Support: Windows XP / Vista / 7/ 8 (32 bit / 64 bit); Windows Server 2003/2008 (32 bit / 64 bit), 2008R2 (64 bit) / Linux and Mac OS X
Meantime Between Failure(MTBF): 500,000 hours
Compliance / Certification: CCID, Microsoft WHQL
Approvals / Environmental: RoHS , WEEE, EPEAT; UL, CE, FCC, ICES, C-Tick
125 kHz proximity technology
?Small form factor design
?Native CCID implementation supporting
WINDOWS, LINUX and MAC operating systems
Dimensions2.32" x 2.32" x 0.44"
Weight0.22 lb.
Operating Temperature32 - 158 degrees F (0 - 70 degrees C)
Storage Temperature-4 - 176 degrees F (-20 to 80 degrees C)
Humidity0 - 95% Relative Humidity
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size229 × 229 × 178 mm

Questions about this item

Will the USB cable or the LED indicator need replacing after heavy daily use?

The 78.7 inch USB Type A cable is fixed to the reader and the LED is surface-mounted; neither is user-replaceable, so the whole unit would be swapped if either fails.

What is the first limit reached when the reader stays powered and scanning continuously?

The operating ceiling is 70 °C (158 °F); sustained operation above that temperature is the primary constraint.

How much heat and noise does the reader produce when it runs all day on a thin client?

It draws power from the USB bus with no fan, so it generates minimal heat and is completely silent during continuous operation.

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