Description
Features of Zebra AN520 RFID Antenna
● Ultra rugged IP68 rated antenna for indoor & outdoor use.
● Small and sleek design for Compact installation.
● Right Hand Circular Polarization antenna design for enhanced tag reading capability.
● Antenna gain 5.5 dB iC.
● Flush mount antenna for walls, ceilings, counters, and shelves.
● UV resistant ABS material housing for tough industrial environment.
● Fully compliant with Zebra fixed RFID readers like FX9600, FX7500.
● Application in retail, healthcare, logistics, manufacturing, aviation and enterprise operations.
● Compliant with EPC Class 1 Gen 2 (ISO 18000-6C) RFID systems via readers.
Why Choose the Zebra AN520 RFID Antenna?
The Zebra AN520 RFID antenna is a combination of ruggedness and high RFID functionality in an efficient design. The Zebra AN520 is easily concealed in customer facing applications compared to bulkier industrial antennas.
The circular polarization feature makes the Zebra AN520 suitable for unpredictable RFID tag movement by ensuring that tags can be detected at any position. Some of the advantages of using the Zebra AN520 RFID antenna are:
- Faster RFID tag detection
- Ability to be mounted in tight spaces
- Durable in dusty and wet conditions
- Ease of installation
- Maintenance free
Applications
The Zebra AN520 RFID Antenna has been applied to a wide range of applications including:
Retail Inventory Management
Manage inventory movement within the retail store; perform automated inventory counting and minimize losses.
Warehousing/Distribution
Perform pallet tracking, receiving/shipping, and inventory storage with RFID coverage.
Manufacturing
Track the progress of the products in process, production materials, tools, and final products.
Healthcare
Track medical devices, cabinets, pharmaceutical inventory, and hospital equipment.
Access Control
Install RFID readers within access control systems for personnel and visitor management.
Airport/Baggage Tracking
Enhance efficiency of baggage handling process using RFID identification.
Cold Chain Monitoring
Control the process of tagged products being moved around temperature controlled locations.
Product Details
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Polarization |
Right Hand Circular Polarization |
| Gain |
5.5 dBiC (Typical) |
| Frequency (EU) |
865–868 MHz |
| Frequency (US) |
902–928 MHz |
| Beam Width |
115° |
| Connector |
SMA Female |
| Mounting |
Flush Mount |
| Dimensions |
150 × 150 × 14 mm |
| Weight |
0.25 kg |
| Housing Material |
UV-Resistant ABS |
| Environmental Rating |
IP68 |
| Operating Temperature |
-40°C to +65°C |
| Maximum Input Power |
3 Watts |
Industries We Serve
The Zebra AN520 RFID Antenna is built to help many industries in providing real-time tracking of RFID tags and asset visibility. This is common in retailing for inventory management and protection against loss, warehousing and distribution centers for automated receiving, shipping, and stock management and logistics for tracking products during the supply chain process. In the manufacturing industry, it is used for monitoring work in progress products, tools and other manufacturing assets while healthcare facilities use it for tracking medical devices, drugs and other assets. This antenna is also suitable for aviation use such as tracking luggage, government institutions with need for secure asset management, hospitality firms for tracking uniforms, linens and equipment and for enterprise asset management.
Why Purchase Zebra AN520 from Acube Infotech?
Acube Infotech offers reliable RFID solutions in the UAE, providing end to end RFID solutions right from consultation to deployment and support.
We offer the following:
- Zebra RFID products
- RFID consultation
- Survey and RFID deployment planning
- Configuration of readers and antennas
- RFID software integration
- Installation and commissioning
- Maintenance and technical support
If you need RFID implementation or expansion of your existing system, we can assist in selecting the best antenna location and reader configurations for optimum results.
Zebra AN520 Frequently Asked Questions
What can I use the Zebra AN520 RFID Antenna for?
AN520 is used for reliable RFID reader zone creation in applications like inventory management, warehouse automation, asset management, access control, healthcare, and luggage tracking.
Does the AN520 have any particular polarization?
The antenna uses Right Hand Circular Polarization, ensuring that tag reading is possible regardless of their position.
Is the Zebra AN520 suitable for installation in retail shops?
Yes. It’s a flush mount compact antenna that works great with retail shelves, checkouts, ceilings and shop entrances.
In what industries can I utilize the Zebra AN520?
Retail, logistics, warehouses, healthcare, manufacturing, aviation, enterprise asset management and access control systems.
Zebra AN520 RFID Antenna in Dubai, UAE?
Acube Infotech provides authentic Zebra AN520 RFID Antennas in addition to RFID hardware and software solutions throughout Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and UAE. Please feel free to contact us for more information on price and customization of RFID system.
