Chainway - R5 Wearable RFID Reader

Wearable. Fast. Hands-free on the Job.

The Chainway R5 is a wearable UHF RFID reader designed to be worn on the wrist or arm, freeing both hands for the actual task. Order the R5 when your operators need to grab parts, scan tools, or inspect equipment without holding a pistol-grip handheld. Through its magnetic mount, the device docks to virtually any smartphone or tablet and turns it into a full UHF | RAIN – RFID terminal – no bulky add-ons, no proprietary docking station, no rewiring of existing mobile workflows.

Performance comes from the CM710-1 engine built around the Impinj E710 module, paired with a 3 dBic circular polarized antenna. The R5 reaches up to 14 m read range (Alien H3 Anti-Metal tag) and processes more than 900 tags per second, with adjustable RF output from +5 to +30 dBm. Support for the latest Impinj Gen2X technology adds an extra layer of performance for dense tag populations and challenging environments such as metal-heavy warehouses or busy dock doors.

Measuring 108 × 78 × 18 mm and weighing just 200 g, the R5 sits comfortably on the wrist throughout an entire shift. The removable 2,000 mAh battery charges in 2 hours via USB Type-C (5 V / 1.5 A) and can be swapped in the field, eliminating downtime between shifts. A multi-color LED indicates charging state, battery level, and Bluetooth pairing status at a glance.

The following part numbers are available in the IDCRAFT online shop – each variant is designed for a specific use case:

• R5-U7EC - Chainway R5 Wearable UHF RFID Reader with CM710-1 module (Impinj E710), 3 dBic circular polarized antenna, removable 2,000 mAh battery, USB Type-C and Bluetooth LE 5.0. Shipped with wrist or arm strap mounting for hands-free operation paired with a smartphone or tablet. The right choice when you need a compact UHF reader in a wearable form factor for warehousing, asset management or field service.

Built into a rugged housing rated IP65 against dust and water jets, the R5 also withstands 1.5 m drops onto concrete. The operating temperature range from -20 °C to 50 °C covers both outdoor field operations and climate-controlled logistics centres. For the current Chainway R5 price, stock levels, and volume conditions, contact IDCRAFT directly – your authorized distributor for UHF | RAIN – RFID hardware. We also advise on accessories such as wrist straps, arm straps, and magnetic handles to match your specific deployment scenario.

Technical Highlights

• Protocols EPC Class 1 Gen2 / ISO/IEC 18000-6C – fully RAIN RFID compliant for global rollouts
• Read range up to 14 m with Impinj Gen2X – reliable capture even at long distances
• Read rate of 900+ tags/sec – fast inventory cycles in dense tag populations
• IP65 sealing and 1.5 m drop spec – rugged enough for warehouse, outdoor and industrial use
• USB Type-C and Bluetooth LE 5.0 – flexible pairing with Android and iOS devices

Applications

• Warehousing & logistics – hands-free inventory and goods receiving with long-range capture
• Asset management – mobile tracking of tools and equipment worn directly on the operator
• Retail & store operations – fast cycle counts and stock checks without a pistol-grip handheld
• Field service & inspection – wearable form factor for maintenance work with both hands free

The Chainway R5 turns existing smartphones and tablets into full UHF RFID terminals without the need to invest in dedicated handhelds. Magnetic attachment combined with Bluetooth LE 5.0 keeps integration straightforward, and Chainway provides Android and iOS SDKs so that connection to WMS, ERP, or custom mobile apps can be implemented quickly by your in-house developers or integration partner.

Compared to classic pistol-grip readers, the R5 plays its strengths wherever staff must keep both hands on the job: picking parts at a conveyor, servicing control cabinets, or fulfilling orders in high-bay racking. The removable battery and 2-hour charge cycle keep the device available across shift changes, while the wearable design reduces operator fatigue during extended scanning sessions.

IDCRAFT ships the Chainway R5 as an authorized distributor, including technical guidance on frequency selection (920–925 MHz, 902–928 MHz, 865–868 MHz) and support for SDK integration and pilot deployment. Order the Chainway R5 online and equip your team with a wearable UHF RAIN RFID reader that redefines mobile data capture.

Looking to order the Chainway R5 Wearable UHF Reader or need a custom quote for larger quantities? Contact IDCRAFT GmbH – your Value Added Distributor for UHF | RAIN – RFID hardware.