RFID Vehicle Access Control & Parking
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LR-120 10–20 m UHF RFID Parking Reader, Wiegand 26/34, IP66
Lower-cost integrated UHF reader for parking lanes: up to 10 m (9 dBi) or 15–20 m (12 dBi), with Wiegand 26/34, RS485, USB and optional TCP/IP.
- Up to 10 m with the 9 dBi antenna or 15–20 m with the 12 dBi antenna, tag-dependent
- 8–30 dBm RF output; reads EPC Gen2 / ISO 18000-6C cards and tags
- Wiegand 26/34, RS485 and USB standard; TCP/IP on -NET variants
- EU 865–868 MHz and US 902–928 MHz versions of both panel sizes
- IP66 housing, –20 to +65 °C operating range
- Read range
- Up to 10 m (9 dBi) / 15–20 m (12 dBi)
- Frequency
- 865–868 MHz (EU) or 902–928 MHz (US)
- Output
- Wiegand 26/34, RS485, USB; TCP/IP optional
- RF output
- 8–30 dBm
- IP rating
- IP66
- Power
- 9–15 V DC, 120–500 mA
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10–20 m UHF RFID Parking Reader, Wiegand 26/34, IP66: overview
The LR-120 is the value tier of our integrated UHF parking readers. It keeps the housing sizes, pigtail and interfaces of the LR-110 but uses a lower-cost UHF reader chip with RF output from 8 to 30 dBm. That makes it a sensible choice for sites that need dependable hands-free reads at the barrier rather than the longest possible distance.
Pick the 308.5 mm panel with a 9 dBi antenna for read ranges up to about 10 m, or the 445 mm panel with a 12 dBi antenna for roughly 15–20 m, depending on tag and installation. Both read EPC Gen2 (ISO 18000-6C) cards and windshield tags, and both are available as an EU 865–868 MHz or a US 902–928 MHz version.
Every unit outputs Wiegand 26/34, RS485 and USB. The -NET variants add TCP/IP for parking software that collects reads over the LAN. LED colors for the standby and card-read states are set in the configuration software.
Integration notes
Supply 9–15 V DC and allow up to 500 mA per reader. The color code matches the LR-110, so installers can move between the two tiers without rewiring: green for D0, white for D1, brown and orange for RS485, and a purple trigger input that responds to a low level from a loop detector. The housing is rated IP66 for open-air lanes. Check the read point with your own tags and vehicles before fixing the mounting height.
More features
- Same pigtail color code and trigger input as the LR-110 30 m reader
LR-120 specifications
RF & tags
| Air protocol | EPCglobal UHF Class 1 Gen 2 / ISO 18000-6C |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 865–868 MHz (EU versions); 902–928 MHz (US versions) |
| RF output power | 8–30 dBm |
| Antenna gain | 9 dBi (308.5 mm panel); 12 dBi (445 mm panel) |
| Rated read range | Up to 10 m (9 dBi); 15–20 m (12 dBi); depends on tag and installation |
Interfaces
| Standard outputs | Wiegand 26/34, RS485, USB |
|---|---|
| Network | TCP/IP on -NET variants |
| Trigger input | 1 × input, active low (purple wire) |
| Status LED | Standby and read-state colors set in configuration software |
Electrical
| Supply voltage | 9–15 V DC |
|---|---|
| Operating current | 120–500 mA |
Mechanical & environment
| Dimensions | 308.5 × 308.5 × 67.5 mm (9 dBi); 445 × 445 × 67.5 mm (12 dBi) |
|---|---|
| Ingress protection | IP66 |
| Operating temperature | –20 to +65 °C, < 85% RH (at +25 °C) |
| Storage temperature | –20 to +65 °C, < 85% RH (at +25 °C) |
Variant matrix
| SKU | Band | Antenna | Rated range | Interfaces | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LR-120-9-EU | 865–868 MHz | 9 dBi | Up to 10 m | Wiegand 26/34, RS485, USB | 308.5 × 308.5 × 67.5 mm |
| LR-120-9-EU-NET | 865–868 MHz | 9 dBi | Up to 10 m | Wiegand 26/34, RS485, USB, TCP/IP | 308.5 × 308.5 × 67.5 mm |
| LR-120-9-US | 902–928 MHz | 9 dBi | Up to 10 m | Wiegand 26/34, RS485, USB | 308.5 × 308.5 × 67.5 mm |
| LR-120-9-US-NET | 902–928 MHz | 9 dBi | Up to 10 m | Wiegand 26/34, RS485, USB, TCP/IP | 308.5 × 308.5 × 67.5 mm |
| LR-120-12-EU | 865–868 MHz | 12 dBi | 15–20 m | Wiegand 26/34, RS485, USB | 445 × 445 × 67.5 mm |
| LR-120-12-EU-NET | 865–868 MHz | 12 dBi | 15–20 m | Wiegand 26/34, RS485, USB, TCP/IP | 445 × 445 × 67.5 mm |
| LR-120-12-US | 902–928 MHz | 12 dBi | 15–20 m | Wiegand 26/34, RS485, USB | 445 × 445 × 67.5 mm |
| LR-120-12-US-NET | 902–928 MHz | 12 dBi | 15–20 m | Wiegand 26/34, RS485, USB, TCP/IP | 445 × 445 × 67.5 mm |
Pigtail wiring
| Wire color | Function |
|---|---|
| Red | +12 V DC (9–15 V DC input) |
| Black | GND |
| Green | Wiegand D0 |
| White | Wiegand D1 |
| Purple | Trigger input, active low |
| Gray | GND |
| Blue | USB |
| Yellow | USB |
| Gray | USB |
| Brown | RS485+ |
| Orange | RS485− |
| Gray | GND |
Wire colors in datasheet order. Three gray conductors are used (GND, USB, GND), so check the label on the harness before terminating.
Specifications can change between production batches. Confirm the current revision with us before placing volume orders.
Ordering options
Quote the SKU that matches your frequency, interface and mounting. Not sure? Send us your controller model and we will pick the variant for you.
| SKU | Configuration | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| LR-120-9-EU | 9 dBi, 308.5 mm panel, up to 10 m, 865–868 MHz, Wiegand 26/34 + RS485 + USB | |
| LR-120-9-EU-NET | 9 dBi, 308.5 mm panel, up to 10 m, 865–868 MHz, adds TCP/IP | |
| LR-120-9-US | 9 dBi, 308.5 mm panel, up to 10 m, 902–928 MHz, Wiegand 26/34 + RS485 + USB | |
| LR-120-9-US-NET | 9 dBi, 308.5 mm panel, up to 10 m, 902–928 MHz, adds TCP/IP | |
| LR-120-12-EU | 12 dBi, 445 mm panel, 15–20 m, 865–868 MHz, Wiegand 26/34 + RS485 + USB | |
| LR-120-12-EU-NET | 12 dBi, 445 mm panel, 15–20 m, 865–868 MHz, adds TCP/IP | |
| LR-120-12-US | 12 dBi, 445 mm panel, 15–20 m, 902–928 MHz, Wiegand 26/34 + RS485 + USB | |
| LR-120-12-US-NET | 12 dBi, 445 mm panel, 15–20 m, 902–928 MHz, adds TCP/IP |
Where the LR-120 is used
- Budget-sensitive residential car park upgrading from proximity cards to windshield tags
- Single-lane staff parking entrance feeding Wiegand IDs to an existing door controller
- Parking operator standardizing on one wiring scheme across value and long-range lanes
- Exit lane that reports vehicle IDs to parking software over RS485 or TCP/IP
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LR-120 FAQ
How does the LR-120 differ from the LR-110?
Housing sizes, interfaces and wiring are the same, but the LR-120 uses a lower-cost reader chip with 30 dBm maximum output instead of 33 dBm. Rated ranges are therefore shorter: about 10 m and 15–20 m, against 12 m and 30 m.
Which Wiegand formats does it output?
Wiegand 26 and Wiegand 34. Tell us which format your controller expects and we will confirm the setting before dispatch.
Is it suitable for outdoor mounting?
Yes. The housing is rated IP66 and the reader operates from –20 to +65 °C, which covers most open-air parking lanes.
Which frequency version do I need?
Use the 865–868 MHz version in Europe and other ETSI markets, and the 902–928 MHz version in the US, Canada and other FCC regions. Your tags must be readable in the same band.
Before you buy
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