ZKTECO
ZKTECO KR600E KR600M RFID Card Reader IP65
Reads RFID cards up to 10 cm with Wiegand 26/34-bit output, IP65 rated for outdoor use
Models: Select KR600E+ID
- KR600E+ID
- KR600M+IC
- Reads cards up to 10 cm away for hands-free entry
- IP65 rated enclosure resists dust and water jets outdoors
- Wiegand 26 or 34 bit output integrates with access panels
- Dual-colour LED and beeper give instant visual and audible feedback
- Operates from -20 °C to +65 °C for year-round reliability
ZKTECO KR600E KR600M RFID Reader
The ZKTECO KR600E KR600M is an RFID card reader built for access control, attendance and charging systems. It reads ID and M1 cards at up to 10cm range with a fast decoding algorithm. The unit suits installers who need a single DC-powered device for indoor or outdoor entry points. Buyers who require long-range reading beyond 10cm or multi-technology credential support should consider other options.
Thermals Noise and Power
The reader operates from a DC 9-12V supply drawing a maximum of 70mA. It functions reliably across a temperature span of -20°C to +65°C and humidity of 10% to 90% non-condensing. An IP65-rated ABS+PC housing protects the electronics from dust and water jets. No active cooling is used so the device runs silently.
Wiegand Output Format
Data leaves the reader as 26-bit or 34-bit Wiegand signals, the single specification that determines compatibility with the host controller. Two input ports accept external LED and buzzer control signals. A dual-colour red and green LED plus an internal beeper provide local status feedback. The compact 116mm by 75mm by 17.3mm black housing weighs 120g.
Highlights
- Reads cards up to 10 cm away for hands-free entry
- IP65 rated enclosure resists dust and water jets outdoors
- Wiegand 26 or 34 bit output integrates with access panels
- Dual-colour LED and beeper give instant visual and audible feedback
- Operates from -20 °C to +65 °C for year-round reliability
Specifications
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Questions about this item
How do I mount the reader and wire the Wiegand output so the door stays locked until a valid card is presented?
Fix the unit with screws through the 116 mm by 75 mm base, run DC 9-12 V to the power terminals, connect D0 and D1 to the controller for 26/34 bit Wiegand, and use the two input ports for external LED and buzzer control; the common mistake is reversing D0 and D1, which makes the controller reject every swipe.
Which parts will need attention or replacement after long-term outdoor exposure?
The ABS+PC housing and IP65 seal handle rain and dust, but the door strike or maglock driven by the controller wears mechanically, and the 12 V power supply capacitors age faster in the -20 °C to +65 °C range, so plan to swap the supply every few years.
What is the first limitation that appears when the reader is used continuously in direct sun at high temperature?
At the top of the +65 °C operating limit the internal RF circuit can drift, reducing the 5-10 cm read range and causing occasional misreads before any permanent damage occurs.
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