Farpointe Data, based in California USA, have been manufacturing a wide range of 125 KHz readers with an unrivalled reputation for class-leading performance and energy efficiency.

Being able to address smaller niche markets, Farpointe Data have a number of unique readers for specialist applications including very long range and even bullet-proof readers! (we are not kidding!)

 

Their Pyramid Series Proximity® readers are based upon proven contactless digital radio frequency identification (RFID) technology - assuring compatibility with the widest range of standard electronic access control systems through making use of industry standard interfaces, such as the Wiegand format. Further, their product line offers unique Pyramid-only features such as MAXSecure™ and fleaPower™. And finally, Pyramid Series offers optional HID® or AWID® compatibility.

 

The model P-500 is designed for mounting on a standard North American single-gang wall switch box.

 

Model P-500-H includes the option of HID® compatibility, and model P-500-A includes the option of AWID® compatibility.

 

The single-piece P-500 delivers non-contact read ranges up to 8 inches (203 mm), and operates from 5 to 14 VDC. Physical size is a compact Physical size is 4.6 x 3.0 x 0.4 inches (116 x 77 x 10 mm). Mounting is simplified with horizontal and vertical mounting slots, instead of simple holes, which allow the reader to be conveniently adjusted and leveled. To allow both indoor and outdoor operation the electronics are sealed in tamper resistant epoxy potting.

 

Concealing the mounting hardware, the P-500 ships with both black and off-white covers as standard.

 

The model P-530 is designed to be mounted to a standard European-sized (60 mm) wall switch box.

 

Model P-530-H includes the option of HID compatibility, and model P-530-A includes the option of AWID compatibility.

 

The P-530 reader delivers non-contact read ranges up to 6 inches (152 mm), and operates from 5 to 14 VDC, and per European norms includes a connector to simplify cabling. Physical size is a compact 3.25 x 3.25 x 0.8 inches (83 x 83 x 21 mm).  To allow both indoor and outdoor operation the electronics are sealed in tamper-resistant epoxy potting.  Concealing the mounting hardware, the P-530 ships with BOTH black and white covers.

 

With a thin profile the model Delta5 is designed to be mounted to a standard North American single-gang wall switch box, but can also be surface-mounted to other flat surfaces.

 

Delta readers are able to read the sector (access control) data and/or card serial number from all ISO 14443 Type A & B compliant credentials. Delta credentials meet the ISO standard and are programmed by the manufacturer with a Delta compatible secure key. During Delta’s validation process the credential’s secure key is challenged by the reader. If the secure keys match, the reader will read the card’s sector data, if the secure keys don’t match, the reader will only read the credential’s CSN.

 

With distinctive contemporary styling the model Delta5.3 lends itself to mounting to a standard European-sized (60 mm) wall switch box, and other flat surfaces.

 

Delta readers are able to read the sector (access control) data and/or card serial number from all ISO 14443 Type A & B compliant credentials. Delta credentials meet the ISO standard and are programmed at Farpointe Data with a Delta-compatible secure key*. During Delta’s validation process the credential’s secure key is challenged by the reader. If the secure keys match, the reader will read the card’s sector data, if the secure keys don’t match, the reader will only read the credential’s CSN.