Chainway - C72AL

Pistol grip. Long range. Android 13. Shipped from the IDCRAFT warehouse.

The Chainway C72 Handheld RFID Reader is a fully-loaded Android mobile computer built for shift work in warehouses, production halls and outdoor yards. Buyers looking to purchase a UHF RFID handheld that combines bulk tag reading, barcode scanning and a complete Android platform in a single device get a tool that integrates straight into existing ERP, WMS and asset-tracking environments – with a pistol grip designed for full-shift ergonomics.

At the core sits the Chainway CM710-1 UHF engine based on the Impinj E710 with Gen2X support. Working under EPC Class 1 Gen2 and ISO/IEC 18000-6C, the reader captures up to 1,300 tags per second and reaches read ranges of up to 30 m with Alien H3 Anti-Metal tags. The circularly polarized 4 dBi antenna keeps performance stable on dense pallets, while RF output is adjustable from +5 dBm to +30 dBm – with an optional 33 dBm version for Latin American deployments. Stocktakes in tall racking and high-volume goods-in scanning at the dock door run on the same hardware.

On the user side, the C72 runs on an octa-core 2.3 GHz CPU under Android 11 or 13, paired with a 5.2-inch IPS LTPS display at 1920×1080 pixels, Corning Gorilla Glass and a touch panel that responds to gloves and wet fingers. The 8,000 mAh Li-ion battery delivers more than 12 hours of continuous use and over 500 hours of standby – a key factor when the Chainway C72 price is calculated per shift rather than per unit.

The following part number is available in the IDCRAFT online shop:

• C72AL-2SE-U7ECN-PCC8R4A13 – Chainway C72 in the fully equipped configuration with pistol grip, 4 GB RAM and 64 GB flash, integrated 2D imager Zebra SE4710, UHF module for the global frequency range, NFC, 13 MP autofocus camera with flash, Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0, 4G LTE and GPS. This build targets users who need a complete UHF RFID handheld with barcode scanner, cellular connectivity and ample storage in a single device.

Mechanically, the C72 is engineered for harsh environments: IP65 sealing against dust and water jets, certified 1.5 m drops onto concrete across the operating temperature range and 1,000 tumble cycles from 0.5 m. The Chainway C72 price, current stock levels and volume tiers are available directly from IDCRAFT – your Value Added Distributor for UHF | RAIN – RFID hardware. On request, we advise on the right configuration and ship the reader ready to deploy with the matching accessories.

Technical Highlights

• Protocols: EPC C1 Gen2, ISO/IEC 18000-6C, Impinj Gen2X – compatible with all common UHF tags
• NFC: ISO/IEC 14443 A/B, ISO/IEC 15693, NFC-IP1, NFC-IP2 – incl. MIFARE Classic (S50/S70), CPU cards and NFC tags
• Read range up to 30 m (Alien H3 Anti-Metal) – bulk capture across multiple racking rows
• Memory 4 GB RAM + 64 GB flash, expandable via Micro SD up to 256 GB – room for heavy apps and offline data
• IP65, 1.5 m drop spec, operating range -20 °C to +50 °C – warehouse, outdoor and chilled environments

Applications

• Warehouse and inventory management in distribution centers – fast bulk reads at up to 1,300 tags/sec.
• Retail stocktaking and replenishment – barcode and UHF in a single device
• Asset tracking and maintenance in manufacturing and plant operations – rugged IP65 housing
• Fleet and container management – long-range reading out to the yard edge

The Chainway C72 plugs cleanly into existing IT environments: USB 2.0 Type-C, Bluetooth 5.0 and Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac feed capture data into SAP, Oracle WMS, Microsoft Dynamics and custom back-ends. Mobile device management through SOTI MobiControl, SafeUEM, FOTA and Zero-Touch provisioning keeps larger rollouts under central control, backed by 90-day security updates from Chainway.

For software development, the Chainway SDK is available on a Java basis (Eclipse, Android Studio) and exposes APIs for UHF, barcode and NFC operations. That makes it straightforward to embed the reader into existing apps or new in-house solutions without additional middleware.

When you order the Chainway C72 online from IDCRAFT, the device ships as inspected distribution stock with original packaging, AC adapter and USB cable. Optional accessories such as cradles, holsters and spare batteries are available on request. For larger quantities or pilot projects, we prepare a dedicated quote covering price, lead time and the matching accessory list.

Looking to order the Chainway C72 Handheld RFID Reader or need a custom quote for larger quantities? Contact IDCRAFT GmbH – your Value Added Distributor for UHF | RAIN – RFID hardware.