RFID handheld terminals: What are the differences between UHF RFID, HF RFID, and LF RFID? – CILICO AIDC mobile terminal and solution supplier

RFID handheld terminals are devices used to read and write RFID tag data. RFID tags are electronic tags that can store data and communicate with readers using radio waves.

RFID handheld terminals can be divided into three types based on their operating frequency: UHF RFID, HF RFID, and LF RFID.

UHF RFID

UHF RFID operates at a frequency of 860MHz to 960MHz, with a read range of over 10 meters. UHF RFID handheld terminals are mainly used in logistics, warehousing, and manufacturing.

HF RFID

HF RFID operates at a frequency of 13.56MHz, with a read range of about 1 meter. HF RFID handheld terminals are mainly used in access control, attendance, and library management.

LF RFID

LF RFID operates at a frequency of 125kHz, with a read range of about 5 centimeters. LF RFID handheld terminals are mainly used in animal identification and asset management.

Differences between UHF RFID, HF RFID, and LF RFID

Parameter	UHF RFID	HF RFID	LF RFID
Operating frequency	860MHz to 960MHz	13.56MHz	125kHz
Read range	Over 10 meters	About 1 meter	About 5 centimeters
Application scenarios	Logistics, warehousing, manufacturing	Access control, attendance, library management	Animal identification, asset management

Conclusion

RFID handheld terminals are an important carrier of RFID technology and are widely used in various industries. UHF RFID, HF RFID, and LF RFID each have their own advantages and disadvantages. When choosing an RFID handheld terminal, you should consider the actual application scenario.