Kathrein WRA 3070
The Kathrein WRA 3070 is a UHF RFID antenna, not a standalone scanner. It always needs an RFID reader connected to it to work: either the Impinj R700 or the Brady FR22. This antenna handles radio communication with RFID tags; the reader does the actual processing. IP67-rated for outdoor and harsh environments, 12 dBic gain, up to 20m read range. Ideal for gate setups, dock doors and industrial RFID installations.
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SMA Cable
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Why choose the Kathrein WRA 3070
Antenna only. Always requires an Impinj R700 or Brady FR22 reader to work
12 dBic gain for up to 20m read range
Circular polarization for reliable tag detection
IP67-rated for outdoor and harsh environments
Wide frequency range: 865-928 MHz (ETSI & FCC)
Ideal for portal applications and dock doors
Technical specifications
RF Performance
- Frequency range
- 865-868 MHz (ETSI) / 902-928 MHz (FCC)
- Gain
- 12 dBic
- Polarization
- Circular
- Beamwidth
- 30° horizontal / 65° vertical
- Read range
- Up to 20m (tag-dependent)
Physical Specifications
- Dimensions
- 610 x 320 x 77 mm
- Connector
- TNC female
- Protection
- IP67 rated
- Mounting
- Pole / gantry mount (integrated bracket, 100x100mm VESA)
Environmental
- Operating temp.
- -40°C to +70°C
- Humidity
- Up to 95% non-condensing
- UV resistance
- Yes. Designed for permanent outdoor use
Compatibility
- Reader required
- Yes, Impinj R700 or Brady FR22 (sold separately)
- Reader compatibility
- All UHF RFID readers with SMA port
- Beam compatible
- Yes, paired with Impinj R700 or Brady FR22
- Cable length
- Custom (SMA cable not included)
- Warranty
- 2 years
Compare with other RFID hardware
Not sure if the Kathrein WRA 3070 is right for you? Compare with our other RFID antennas and readers.
A1000 RFID Antenna
€159
Standard fixed RFID antenna for smaller setups
- Budget-friendly
- 6 dBic gain
- Compact size
Impinj R700 RFID Reader
€1,915
Enterprise RFID reader for high-performance installations
- 4-port reader
- Enterprise grade
- Beam native
Beam IoT Bridge
€695
Compact RFID reader for IoT and fixed installations
- Compact reader
- 1-port
- IoT ready
Often ordered together
Products that complement this device.
Frequently asked questions
No. The Kathrein WRA 3070 is an antenna only. It cannot read RFID tags by itself. You always need a separate RFID reader connected to it. In the Beam ecosystem this is either the Impinj R700 (supports up to 4 antennas) or the Brady FR22. The reader is sold separately and is not included with this antenna.
Yes. The WRA 3070 is IP67-rated, meaning it is fully dust-tight and protected against temporary water immersion. The UV-resistant housing ensures long-term outdoor durability.
The Kathrein WRA 3070 offers higher gain (12 dBic vs 6 dBic), better IP protection (IP67 vs IP65) and is designed for larger, more demanding setups like RFID gates and dock doors with up to 20m read range. The A1000 is a more budget-friendly option for smaller or dense antenna deployments.
A typical RFID gate uses 2-4 antennas depending on the width and required read accuracy. For a standard doorway, two antennas (one on each side) often suffice. Contact us for advice on your specific setup.
No, the SMA cable is not included as cable length depends on your installation. We can advise on the right cable type and length for your setup to minimize signal loss.