HID Signo Biometric Reader 25B
Overview | Features
The HID Signo Biometric Reader 25B introduces fingerprint authentication to HID Global's growing Signo platform. Offering a truly dynamic approach to secure electronic access control, HID Signo Readers are designed to be versatile, powerful and connected for the future.
Offering two-factor authentication for added security or cardless use, the HID Signo Biometric Reader 25B supports a wide range of biometric operating modes, including storing the fingerprint template on the card or device. The reader can also support a wide range of different credential technologies across a variety of form factors including cards, key fobs and mobile devices.
Main Features

Extremely Versatile - Unrivalled flexibility to deploy multiple authentication modes including biometric fingerprint and contactless physical and mobile credentials with a single reader platform
Unparalleled Performance - Superior biometric fingerprint matching reliability with a patented multi-spectral imaging sensor that reads the subdermal layer of the skin for better accuracy
Main Features
Blog Post
RFID Reader Modules: Enhancing Connectivity and Efficiency Across Industries
RFID reader modules have become essential across a wide range of industries, transforming how businesses handle inventory, manage access control, and streamline supply chain logistics. These compact devices use radio waves to communicate with RFID tags, enabling fast and seamless data exchange.
What Are RFID Reader Modules?
RFID reader modules act as intermediaries between RFID tags and central systems. A typical module includes an antenna, a transceiver, and a controller that together read data from RFID tags and transmit it for processing.
Key Features
Modern RFID readers support multiple frequency bands, offer varying read ranges and data transfer speeds, and are available in both handheld and fixed designs. They support standard communication protocols such as UART, USB, and Ethernet, making them easy to integrate into existing infrastructures. Additionally, they are compatible with both passive and active RFID tags.
Applications
Retail: Real-time inventory tracking for improved stock management
Logistics: End-to-end asset tracking across supply chains
Access Control: Secure entry through RFID-enabled cards or key fobs
Evolving Technology
Recent technological advancements have led to extended read ranges, faster data speeds, and cloud connectivity, allowing for remote monitoring and advanced analytics.
Challenges
Despite their advantages, RFID systems still face challenges such as signal interference, integration with legacy systems, and concerns around data security and user privacy.
Looking Ahead
With ongoing innovation in miniaturization, energy efficiency, and integration into the Internet of Things (IoT), RFID reader modules are set to play a critical role in shaping the future of connected, intelligent systems.