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Impinj R700 RFID Reader
Advanced RAIN RFID reader with edge compute capabilities. Features 4 antenna ports for wide-area coverage, PoE+ for simple installation, and continuous scanning mode for real-time inventory tracking. Integrates with Beam via the IoT Bridge for cloud-based RFID management.
Why choose the Impinj R700
- 4 antenna ports for wide-area RFID coverage
- RAIN RFID for high-speed tag reading
- Edge compute for on-device data processing
- PoE+ powered. Single cable for power and data
- Continuous scanning mode for real-time tracking
- Beam integration via IoT Bridge
Built for speed and volume
The Impinj R700 processes thousands of tags per second with industry-leading speed. Its RAIN RFID technology delivers exceptional read accuracy even in dense tag environments. Perfect for high-traffic zones, dock doors and automated scanning lines.
- High-volume throughput — Read thousands of tags per second with precision
- Edge computing — Process data on-device for faster decision making
- RAIN RFID — Industry-leading protocol for maximum read performance
Smart reading at the edge
The R700 runs applications directly on the reader, filtering and processing tag data before it reaches your network. Combined with the Beam IoT Bridge, you get a complete edge-to-cloud solution with real-time visibility and reduced network load.
- IoT Bridge compatible — Connects seamlessly through the Beam IoT Bridge
- Edge-to-cloud — Process locally, sync to Beam platform automatically
- Enterprise-grade — Built for 24/7 operation in demanding environments
Technical specifications
RFID Performance
- Antenna ports
- 4 RP-TNC (expandable to 32 via Antenna Hub)
- Protocol
- RAIN RFID (EPC Gen2v2 / ISO 18000-63)
- Tag throughput
- Up to 1,100 tags/second
- TX power
- +10 to +33 dBm (0.25 dB steps)
- Sensitivity
- -92 dBm
- Frequency
- 865-868 MHz (EU) / 902-928 MHz (US)
Power & Connectivity
- Power
- PoE (802.3af) or PoE+ (802.3at)
- Ethernet
- Gigabit 10/100/1000 BASE-T
- USB
- 3x USB-A host + 1x Micro-USB device
- GPIO
- 2 inputs + 3 outputs (opto-isolated)
- Protocols
- LLRP, REST API, MQTT, Kafka
Processing
- Processor
- Dual-core ARM Cortex-A53
- Edge compute
- On-device Linux applications
- Filtering
- On-device tag filtering
- Management
- REST API + Web UI (IoT Device Interface)
Physical
- Dimensions
- 215 x 149 x 30 mm
- Weight
- 0.96 kg
- Housing
- Die-cast aluminium, IP50
- Operating temp
- -20°C to +50°C
- Warranty
- 2 years
Frequently asked questions
What makes the R700 different from other RFID readers?
The R700 features edge computing capabilities, allowing it to run applications and process data directly on the device. This reduces network load and enables faster decision-making compared to traditional readers that send all raw data to a server.
What is RAIN RFID?
RAIN RFID is an industry alliance standard built on UHF RFID technology. It delivers higher performance, better interoperability and more consistent reads than generic UHF implementations. The R700 is one of the leading RAIN RFID readers on the market.
Can the R700 handle high-speed conveyor scanning?
Yes. The R700 is designed for high-throughput environments including conveyor lines, dock doors and automated sorting systems. Its edge compute capabilities ensure tags are processed in real time even at high speeds.
Do I need an IoT Bridge to use the R700?
Yes. The IoT Bridge acts as the central connection point between your RFID readers and the Beam platform. It manages device communication, configuration and data flow to the cloud.
How does edge computing benefit my setup?
Edge computing allows the R700 to filter, aggregate and process tag data before sending it to the network. This means less bandwidth usage, faster response times and the ability to trigger local actions based on tag reads without waiting for cloud processing.
Compatibility is only the beginning.
A reader’s ability to connect does not prove that every tag can be read reliably in every environment. That is why hardware, tags, products, read zones, volumes and exceptions are tested together before any performance commitment becomes part of the scope.
Product specifications describe the device. The right model, connectivity, availability and price are confirmed in your quote.
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