RF IDeas WAVE ID Plus Keystroke Surface Mount Black USB

The RF IDEAS WAVE ID Plus is a dual-frequency proximity and smart card reader that delivers reliable, secure credential authentication via USB keystroke emulation. It reads both 125 kHz proximity cards and 13.56 MHz smart cards, making it a versatile solution for logical access control in enterprise, government, and healthcare environments.

Advantages

This reader combines broad card compatibility with simple plug-and-play operation. It supports HID Prox, Indala, EM410x, AWID, and GE Casi proximity technologies, as well as MIFARE, iCLASS, FeliCa, PIV, CAC, and DESFire smart card formats. The tri-color LED and audible beeper provide clear user feedback, while the compact surface-mount design fits seamlessly into any workstation. USB bus power eliminates the need for an external adapter, and the 1.8 m cable offers flexible placement.

Suitable for

• Secure PC logon and network authentication
• Single sign-on (SSO) and identity management
• Healthcare, government, and corporate access control
• Legacy proximity card migration to smart cards
• Kiosk and shared workstation environments

Key specifications

• Reader type: Dual-frequency proximity & smart card reader
• Frequencies: 125 kHz (proximity), 13.56 MHz (smart card)
• Interface: USB 2.0, keystroke emulation (HID), CCID
• Mounting: Surface mount / desktop
• Color: Black
• Power: USB bus powered (5V DC)
• Read range: Up to 7.6 cm (3 inches), card dependent
• Indicators: Tri-color LED, beeper
• Certifications: FCC, CE, IC, RoHS, UL, TAA compliant
• Enclosure: ABS plastic
• Operating temperature: -30°C to 65°C (-22°F to 150°F)
• Operating humidity: 5% to 95% RH, non-condensing
• Cable length: 1.8 m (6 ft)
• OS support: Windows, macOS, Linux, Android

Recommendations

For organizations seeking a future-proof credential reader that supports both legacy proximity and modern smart card technologies, the WAVE ID Plus delivers dependable performance and easy integration. Its keystroke emulation works with virtually any application without custom drivers, ensuring rapid deployment.