RAIN Archives - Technology Solutions (UK) Ltd https://www.tsl.com/features/rain-rfid/ Mobile RFID devices and peripherals Wed, 06 Aug 2025 11:32:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 3138 Bluetooth® UHF RFID RAIN Reader https://www.tsl.com/products/3138/ Sun, 12 Jan 2025 09:11:31 +0000 https://www.tsl.com/?post_type=products&p=48665 TSL’s very popular 2128/2128P series has been updated with new, performance-boosting internal hardware together with the market’s most advanced security features. The inclusion of a ‘Power Handle’ increases battery capacity, which combined with more efficient hardware provides longer running times than ever before. The 3138 Reader is a highly versatile UHF RFID read/write solution leveraging […]

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TSL’s very popular 2128/2128P series has been updated with new, performance-boosting internal hardware together with the market’s most advanced security features. The inclusion of a ‘Power Handle’ increases battery capacity, which combined with more efficient hardware provides longer running times than ever before. The 3138 Reader is a highly versatile UHF RFID read/write solution leveraging on TSL’s extensive software environment, whilst providing a superior user experience thanks to:

  • faster data acquisition
  • better RFID performance and processing capabilities
  • most secure UHF handheld reader on the market
  • longer operating times and more tags read in a single charge
  • Optional Hot Swap accessory allows continuous, 24/7 operation of the handheld reader.
  • Many new and differentiating features

Compatible With

Android

iOS

Windows

macOS

Bluetooth®

RAIN


Customer Videos:


Next Level RFID Performance

  • Next generation Impinj E710 core
  • Tag read rate up to 1200 tags per second
  • Better rate of tag acquisition in high density tag environments
  • Reads and Writes to EPC Global Class 1 Gen 2 UHF RFID tags (ISO18000-63), also known as RAIN
  • Support newly added for EPC Class 1 Gen 2 v2
  • Circularly Polarised antenna, carefully tuned for maximum read range in front of the reader (and minimal reading from behind!)
  • Up to 9 m (29.5 ft) Read Range

New Power Handle

Longer operating time

  • Over 2x longer operating time vs 2128P and Varta XL battery

Flexible Charging

  • Charge 3138 Reader
  • Charge 3138 Reader plus host device (when using ePop-Loq Mounts)
  • Charge Power Handles as a stand-alone unit – without requiring a cartridge battery charger!

USB-C connector or pogo pins

  • USB-C for convenience and wide charger compatibility
  • Pogo pins option allows use with docking cradle (with its own USB-C port)
  • Over 400MB/s data transfer

Longer battery lifespan

  • Fewer charging cycles thanks to higher capacity and lower power consumption, which results in an extended battery lifespan

Lower cost of ownership

  • Reduce the cost of the solution as the 2128P’s mandatory cradle becomes optional and the battery has a longer lifespan


New Bluetooth® Advances

  • BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) enabled – no need for MFI (Apple) app registration
  • Around a 2x speed boost for Bluetooth Classic in iOS
  • Bluetooth v4.2 compliant (v5.1 compatible)
  • Independent battery status and device information service
  • Supports SPP Profile, HID Profile, Apple iAP2, BLE

Enhanced Ergonomics

  • Visual feedback from addressable and dimmable LEDs on each side of the antenna (3 per side)
  • Audio feedback from a volume configurable speaker, able to play PCM sounds (.wave format)
  • Haptic feedback using powerful, embedded vibration motors for various notifications and use cases. 
  • Repositioned gravity center reduces wrist fatigue for all-day use

Convenient, Time-Saving Features

NFC Pairing

Bluetooth® connection can be established simply by positioning a smartphone’s NFC sensor on top of the 3138 reader’s label

Asset tracking solution readiness

Built-in UHF tag for asset tracking and management solutions. 3138 exposes its ID to other reading systems and hides it in use

Batch data storage

Save up to 500 million tags to the 32GB of embedded storage and later sync with PC for data retrieval/analysis


Command Scan

Command Scan Illustration 3138

  • Command Scan allows configuration of the reader by scanning special 2D barcodes
  • Make changes to the reader parameters without connecting to a PC
  • Speeds up workflow by allowing instant, on-the-fly changes
  • Users can generate their own 2D barcodes containing any combination of ASCII Protocol commands.
  • Developers could sent out Command Scan 2D Barcodes within emails or apps, allowing remote users to simply scan the on-screen barcode to configure their 3138 Reader
  • Command Scan can even write to the Reader’s Autorun file, so that all changes can be made persistent (remain after Reader reboot)

ePop-Loq® Connector

  • Allows direct USB data and charge connection to Hand-Held Terminals (HHT) using special ePop-Loq Mounts
  • New, Faster ePop-Loq mode (compared to 2128P) to accommodate the higher tag throughput demanded by the 3138

Backwards compatible

The new 3138 Rugged Bluetooth® UHF RFID reader uses TSL’s lastest ASCII protocol v3.0 for faster and easier application development. This sophisticated parameterised protocol provides the developer a powerful set of commands that carry out multiple actions locally within the reader. This approach enables multiple tag operations to be executed using simple pre-configured commands which speeds up integration of the reader into applications.


The TSL® UHF RFID Reader Range

You can compare the specifications of all our Mobile UHF RFID Readers by clicking on the image above.


Apple MFI Approval* (Pending)

*This product is currently going through Apple’s compliance and safety tests.

iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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3166 Bluetooth® Rugged UHF RFID RAIN Reader https://www.tsl.com/products/3166/ Wed, 21 Feb 2024 11:33:23 +0000 https://www.tsl.com/?post_type=products&p=48475 The new 3166 Bluetooth® Rugged UHF RFID RAIN Reader boasts TSL’s latest hardware innovations and performance improvements, in a more efficient reader with a longer battery life. Using the latest generation of Impinj silicon, read rates have been boosted up to 1200 tags per second. Multiple tag operations per tag are possible during an inventory […]

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The new 3166 Bluetooth® Rugged UHF RFID RAIN Reader boasts TSL’s latest hardware innovations and performance improvements, in a more efficient reader with a longer battery life.

Using the latest generation of Impinj silicon, read rates have been boosted up to 1200 tags per second. Multiple tag operations per tag are possible during an inventory scan – read multiple areas of each tag, or write to or even lock the tag. On reader de-duplication for 1 million transponders prevents overwhelming the connected host with information. Support has been added for passive sensor transponders (temperature, strain, humidity, acceleration) from HID and others – TSL can provide sample code demonstrating how to utilise these sensor transponders.

The increased efficiency of the new internal hardware gives longer operating times and more tags read in a single charge – up to a 34% increase in battery life compared to the previous generation 2166 Reader.

Designed to read and write to EPC Class 1 Gen 2 and EPC Class 1 Gen 2V2 tags, the 3166 can also be configured with class leading, high performance 2D data scanning to bring unparalleled data collection capabilities to any host it is connected to.


Compatible With

Android

iOS

Windows

macOS

Bluetooth®

RAIN


Related Videos:


Apple MFI Approval

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iPhone and iPad are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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2128L Bluetooth® UHF RFID RAIN Reader with High Gain Linear Antenna https://www.tsl.com/products/2128l/ Wed, 16 Oct 2019 10:40:19 +0000 https://www.tsl.com/?post_type=products&p=35476 The 2128L Bluetooth® UHF RFID RAIN Reader uses a high gain linear antenna to provides the greatest read ranges of all of TSL’s handheld RFID readers – up to 15m (49ft) of read range. The Linear Antenna is tuned to give exceptional scanning performance to both the front and sides of the antenna, particularly useful […]

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The 2128L Bluetooth® UHF RFID RAIN Reader uses a high gain linear antenna to provides the greatest read ranges of all of TSL’s handheld RFID readers – up to 15m (49ft) of read range. The Linear Antenna is tuned to give exceptional scanning performance to both the front and sides of the antenna, particularly useful in applications where longer read range is required or where there is a very dense collection of tags.

The patented TSL ePop-Loq connector allows data and charge connections to be passed from the reader to an attached device, such as a smartphone or handheld terminal.  The unique ePop-Loq system is also designed to safely separate when the reader is subject to large impacts, such as when dropped.

An Important Note on Linear Antennas and Tag Orientation

The majority of TSL’s UHF RFID readers use circularly polarised antennas, which divide the available RF power between two polarisations. This allows tags to be read in more orientations, which is ideal for the majority of use cases where tag orientation is inconsistent or cannot be controlled.

The 2128L Reader uses a linearly polarised antenna, meaning all RF power is output in a single polarisation direction. This enables the huge read ranges possible, with the one catch that tag orientation has a much bigger impact on read ranges. For use cases where tags can be orientated to match the reader (e.g. this could be arranged in garment tracking applications), a linear antenna provides an ideal solution with the greatest possible read range performance. 


Compatible With

Android

iOS

Windows

macOS

Bluetooth®

RAIN


Enhanced Modes of Operation

The 2128L Reader can provide in-reader tag de-duplication for more than 50,000 unique tags from more than 1 million tag reads. In addition the Reader can store on-board (using the embedded micro SD card) more than 250 million* unique tags with date and time stamping for a truly powerful batch collection mode of operation.

Sophisticated user feedback provides the most configurable, in-depth and capable ‘search and find’ features currently available.


Single Point Charge Solution

The 2128L Docking Station allows charging of both the 2128L Reader and a smartphone or handheld terminal attached via an ePop-Loq® mount. This unique design can accommodate a wide range of devices from many handheld and smartphone manufacturers. The 2128L Docking Station Kit is supplied separately and includes the docking station, power supply unit and a USB data cable.


Powerful and Comprehensive Software Development Tools

The 2128L UHF Reader boasts unrivalled levels of RFID read/write performance, particularly in applications where longer read range is required or where there is a very dense collection of tags.
Applications developed for the 1128, 2128, 2128P 1153, 1166 or 2166 Readers can easily be configured to work with the 2128L, as all of these readers share TSL’s unique ‘ASCII 2 Protocol’. This sophisticated, parameterised set of commands carry out multiple actions locally within the reader. This approach enables multiple tag operations to be executed using simple pre-configured ASCII 2 commands which not only speeds integration of the reader into applications but also makes application development easier.


Flexible Bluetooth® Connectivity

The 2128L supports both Bluetooth® Classic as well as Bluetooth® Low Energy (BLE). The reader can be operated in Serial Port Profile (SPP) or Human Interface Device mode (HID), as well as supporting iApp2 for Apple iOS devices. The reader also supports an automatic re-connect mode for both Android and Apple devices.


Ultra Secure Data Gathering Option

As the ePop-Loq® system provides a wired connection between the host device and RFID Reader, sensitive data can be given that extra level of security by avoiding the use of wireless data transfer. The 2128L supports batch data collection and is equipped with a Micro SD socket and a real time clock. Up to 250 million* transponder EPCs can be stored on the embedded 16GB* NAND storage card. This provides the ability to collect and log data even if USB or Bluetooth® communication channels are not available. Docking the 2128L then enables this data to be synchronised with a PC.

* For units manufactured in August 2020 onwards. Units sold before this time will have 8GB of storage.


The TSL® UHF RFID RAIN Reader Range

You can compare the specifications of all our Mobile UHF RFID Readers by clicking on the image above.


Apple MFI Approval

This product has been certified to meet Apple’s compliance and safety tests.

iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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2128P Bluetooth® UHF RFID RAIN Reader https://www.tsl.com/products/2128p-uhf-rfid-reader/ Fri, 13 Sep 2019 13:27:15 +0000 https://www.tsl.com/?post_type=products&p=35206 The 2128P Bluetooth® UHF RFID RAIN Reader builds upon the 2128 Reader by including a larger, fixed High Gain antenna for up to 9 m (29.5 ft) of read range and enhanced modes of operation The patented ePop-Loq® connector allows data and charge connections to be passed from the reader to an attached device, such as […]

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The 2128P Bluetooth® UHF RFID RAIN Reader builds upon the 2128 Reader by including a larger, fixed High Gain antenna for up to 9 m (29.5 ft) of read range and enhanced modes of operation The patented ePop-Loq® connector allows data and charge connections to be passed from the reader to an attached device, such as a smartphone or handheld terminal.


Compatible With

Android

iOS

Windows

macOS

Bluetooth®

RAIN


Customer Videos:


Enhanced Modes of Operation

The 2128P UHF RFID Reader can provide in-reader tag de-duplication for more than 50,000 unique tags from more than 1 million tag reads. In addition the Reader can store on-board (using the embedded micro SD card) more than 500 million unique tags with date and time stamping for a truly powerful batch collection mode of operation.

Sophisticated user feedback provides the most configurable, in-depth and capable ‘search and find’ features currently available.


Single Point Charge Solution

The 2128P Docking Station allows charging of both the 2128P UHF RFID Reader and a smartphone or handheld terminal attached via an ePop-Loq® mount. This unique design can accommodate a wide range of devices from many handheld and smartphone manufacturers. The 2128P Docking Station Kit is supplied separately and includes the docking station, power supply unit and a USB data cable.


Powerful and Comprehensive Software Development Tools

Applications developed for the 1128, 2128, 2128P 1153, 1166 or 2166 UHF RFID Readers can easily be configured to work with the 2128P, as all of these readers share TSL’s unique ‘ASCII 2 Protocol’. This sophisticated, parameterised set of commands carry out multiple actions locally within the reader. This approach enables multiple tag operations to be executed using simple pre-configured ASCII 2 commands which not only speeds integration of the reader into applications but also makes application development easier.


Flexible Bluetooth® Connectivity

The 2128P supports both Bluetooth® Classic as well as Bluetooth® Low Energy (BLE). The reader can be operated in Serial Port Profile (SPP) or Human Interface Device mode (HID), as well as supporting iApp2 for Apple iOS devices. The reader also supports an automatic re-connect mode for both Android and Apple devices.


Ultra Secure Data Gathering Option

As the ePop-Loq® system provides a wired connection between the host device and RFID Reader, sensitive data can be given that extra level of security by avoiding the use of wireless data transfer. The 2128P supports batch data collection and is equipped with a Micro SD socket and a real time clock. Up to 500 million transponder EPCs can be stored on a 32GB Micro SD card (optional purchase). This provides the ability to collect and log data even if USB or Bluetooth® communication channels are not available. Docking the 2128P then enables this data to be synchronised with a PC.


The TSL® UHF RFID Reader Range

You can compare the specifications of all our Mobile UHF RFID Readers by clicking on the image above.


Apple MFI Approval

This product has been certified to meet Apple’s compliance and safety tests.

iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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1166 Bluetooth® Rugged UHF RFID RAIN Reader https://www.tsl.com/products/1166-bluetooth-rugged-uhf-rfid-reader/ Wed, 15 Apr 2015 09:47:58 +0000 http://www.tsl.uk.com/?post_type=products&p=5160 A tough, high performance RFID Reader

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The 1166 Bluetooth® Rugged UHF RFID RAIN Reader provides high performance UHF RFID reading/writing with all host devices in an ultra-tough and rugged form factor.


Compatible With

Android

iOS

Windows

macOS

Bluetooth®

RAIN


Videos:


Ultra Rugged Design

Highly resistant to water, dust and mechanical trauma.


Batch Mode Operation

The 1166 can store over 250 million* transponder EPCs – date and time stamped by the on-board Real Time Clock. The internal storage can be directly  mounted in a Windows environment using the 1166 Docking Station Kit (separate purchase).

* For units manufactured in August 2020 onwards with a 16GB NAND storage card.  Units sold before this time will have 4GB or 8GB of storage and will store fewer EPCs.


All Day Scanning

A high capacity battery enables non-stop operation of the reader over the full working day.


Attach Smartphones or Handhelds

Use standalone or devices can be mounted on top of the reader using an easy press-lock adapter to provide a one-piece solution.


Compatible Software

Free SDKs
Works with all software that has been developed for TSL® Bluetooth® UHF RFID Readers.


OS Independence

Operates with Android, iOS and Windows.


Docking Station

Docking Station (separate purchase) provides charging of the 1166 Reader and direct USB data connectivity with the embedded NAND storage card.

1166 Charging Options Infographic

1166 Charging Options


The TSL® UHF RFID Reader Range

You can compare the specifications of all our Mobile UHF RFID Readers by clicking on the image above.


Apple MFI Approval

This product has been certified to meet Apple’s compliance and safety tests.

iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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1153 Bluetooth® Wearable UHF RFID RAIN Reader https://www.tsl.com/products/1153-bluetooth-wearable-uhf-rfid-reader/ Tue, 07 Jan 2014 11:19:48 +0000 http://tsl.uk.com/?post_type=products&p=2489 High performance UHF RFID Reader in a compact and versatile form factor

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The 1153 Bluetooth® Wearable UHF RFID RAIN Reader is a compact, lightweight, high performance multifunction data collection device. It is designed to read and write to EPC Class 1 Gen 2 (ISO18000-6C) UHF transponders and communicate with a variety of host devices via Bluetooth® wireless technology. The RFID reader chipset is optimised for low power consumption whilst still providing excellent performance in a small and convenient form factor. The Wearable UHF RFID Reader includes class leading high performance 2D barcode data scanning to bring unparalleled data collection capabilities to connected devices.


Compatible With

Android

iOS

Windows

macOS

Bluetooth®

RAIN


Videos:

Multi-Platform Compatibility

The 1153 Bluetooth® Wearable UHF RFID Reader is compatible with Bluetooth® enabled host devices including Enterprise Handhelds, Consumer Smartphones, Tablets and PCs . The 1153 will bring UHF RFID scanning to devices running a broad range of Operating Systems including iOS, Android™ and Windows.


The TSL® UHF RFID Reader Range

You can compare the specifications of all our Mobile UHF RFID Readers by clicking on the image above.


Apple MFI Approval

This product has been certified to meet Apple’s compliance and safety tests.

iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.


TDRA Declaration of Conformity Card (UAE)

UAE Box Label

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1128 Bluetooth® UHF RFID RAIN Reader https://www.tsl.com/products/1128-bluetooth-handheld-uhf-rfid-reader/ Tue, 16 Apr 2013 08:03:13 +0000 http://176.32.230.17/tsl.uk.com/?post_type=products&p=120 Providing new levels of UHF performance.

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The 1128 Bluetooth® UHF RFID RAIN Reader is designed to read and write to EPC Class 1 Gen 2 (ISO18000-6C) UHF transponders and communicate with a variety of host devices via Bluetooth® wireless technology.  With its Impinj R2000 core and range of interchangeable high performance antennas the 1128 performs like no other reader, giving the user the highest levels of flexibility currently available in today’s market.  The reader can be configured with class leading high performance 2D data scanning to bring unparalleled data collection capabilities to connected devices.


Compatible With

Android

iOS

Windows

macOS

Bluetooth®

RAIN


Videos:


Multi-Platform Compatibility

The 1128 brings high performance UHF RFID scanning to devices running a wide range of Operating Systems including Android, iOS, and Windows. The 1128 Bluetooth® UHF RFID Reader is compatible with Bluetooth® enabled host devices including Enterprise Handhelds, Consumer Smartphones, Tablets and PCs.

Free SDKs


The TSL® UHF RFID Reader Range

You can compare the specifications of all our Mobile UHF RFID Readers by clicking on the image above.


Apple MFI Approval

This product has been certified to meet Apple’s compliance and safety tests.

iPad, iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.


TDRA Declaration of Conformity Card (UAE)

UAE Box Label

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