HID iCLASS Credentials offer iCLASS 13.56 MHz contactless read/write smart card technology along with the ability to add a magnetic stripe, barcode, and anti-counterfeiting features including custom artwork or a photo identification directly on the credential.
An HID iCLASS card, keyfob, or tag can be utilized for diverse applications such as:
- Access control
- Network log-on security
- Automotive vehicle identification
- Cashless vending
- Time and attendance
- Biometric verification
Below, we compare the read ranges and other select features of our most popular HID iClass contactless credentials, tags, and keyfobs.
If you have questions or are looking for a HID prox card or credential not compared here – call us at (877) 868-0012. ID Card Group offers every type of HID prox card – including Clamshell cards, ISO Cards, Key Fobs and Adhesive Prox Patches – that can be customized to fit your access control system.
With so many variables, ordering HID iClass cards, tags and keyfobs can be a technical and confusing process. We’re here to help – and we’ll make it easy for you!
HID iCLASS Credentials – A Comparative View
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| iCLASS® Clamshell |
iCLASS® Card |
iCLASS® Prox |
iCLASS® Wiegand |
iCLASS® Key / Tag |
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| Part No. | 2080 |
2000 | 2020 | 2040 | 2050/2060 |
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R10/RW100 |
Up to 2.5è (6.5 cm) |
Up to 3.25è (8.0 cm) | Up to 3.0è (7.5 cm) |
1.5è (4.0 cm) | |
| R30/RW300 | Up to 3.0è (7.5 cm) |
Up to 4.0è (10.0 cm) | Up to 3.0è (7.5 cm) |
2.0è (5.0 cm) | |
| R40/RW400 | Up to 4.5è (10.0 cm) |
Up to 4.25è (11.0 cm) | Up to 4.5è (11.5 cm) |
2.0è (5.0 cm) | |
| RK40/RK400 | Up to 4.0è (9.0 cm) |
Up to 3.5è (9.0 cm) | Up to 2.5è (6.5 cm) |
2.0è (5.0 cm) | |
| Magnetic Stripe | No | Optional | No | ||
| Printable | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Standard HID Artwork | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | No / Yes |
| Slot Punch | Vertical (included) |
Vertical Optional | Horizontal or Vertical Optional |
Key Ring Hole / No | |
In a future post, we’ll compare Indala prox cards.
Compare all HID iCLASS 13.56 MKz Credentials
See and compare all HID iCLASS 13.56 MKz credentials – Compare-HID-iCLASS-Credentials.pdf 124.10 kb
More Helpful How-to Resources
For more helpful HID card advice, check out our popular blog posts:
- How to Program HID Proximity Cards
- HID Prox Card Programming Checklist
- How an HID Proximity (Prox) Card is Read
- Compare HID Prox Cards – 125 kHz Proximity
- Compare Indala Prox Cards – 125 kHz Proximity
- Durable New HID ProxKey and iClass KeyFob Design Doubles Read Range
Questions?
For help choosing and configuring the right HID prox card to fit your needs, contact our expert sales staff at (877) 868-0012 or [email protected]. We’re happy to walk you through your card programming and appearance options.
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Source: HID® iCLASS® 13.56 MHz Contactless – Credentials (Compare-HID-iCLASS-Credentials.pdf 124.10 kb)
