TSC Bluebird RFR971 RFID Handheld 900MHz, Impinj E710, 3400mAh, IP42, Worldwide

The Bluebird (Bluebird RFR900 Handheld UHF RFID Reader) is a professional handheld UHF RFID reader engineered for inventory, asset tracking and mobile identification workflows across retail, logistics, warehousing and field services. Combining dedicated RFID hardware with cordless operation, the device accelerates tag capture, reduces manual counts and simplifies data collection for B2B deployments. Available in regional variants and adapter configurations, the platform offers long read range and high throughput options, flexible battery choices for extended shifts, and ruggedized ingress protection levels to withstand everyday industrial and commercial use. It is designed to deliver reliable, repeatable RFID performance where operational efficiency and durable portability are required.

Key Features

• UHF RFID performance: Purpose-built for UHF RFID tag reading with support for 900 MHz operation and region-specific 865–868 MHz variants for targeted deployments.
• High throughput: Capable of processing up to 900 tags per second to speed inventory cycles and large-scale tag reads.
• Long read range: Reads tags at distances up to 6 meters in supported variants, improving flexibility in warehouse and yard operations.
• Cordless mobility: Bluetooth v2.1 + EDR and wireless operation enable flexible pairing and untethered workflows on the move.
• Battery options: Configurable with standard and extended batteries (e.g., 3400 mAh and 4000 mAh) and standard EF-series mounts to match runtime requirements.
• Rugged readiness: Variants offer ingress protection levels such as IP42 and IP52 and drop/tumble resistance for dependable field use.

Specifications

• Brand: Bluebird
• Product Reference: Bluebird RFR900 Handheld UHF RFID Reader
• Product Name: Bluebird
• Technology: RFID (UHF)
• Operating Frequency: 900 MHz (regional variants: 865–868 MHz)
• RF Module / Chipset: RFR900; Impinj E710 (variant)
• Radio Band: UHF
• RFID Standard: GEN2 V2 (where specified)
• Read Range: Up to 6 m (variant-dependent)
• Maximum Read Speed: 900 tags/s
• Batch Storage Capacity: 40,000 tags (where specified)
• Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth v2.1 + EDR
• Interfaces: UART, USB (selected variants)
• Battery Capacity: 3400 mAh (standard); 4000 mAh (extended, variant)
• Battery Energy: 12.376 Wh (where specified)
• Battery Mount Type: EF55XR, EF40X (variant); EF500R adapter compatibility (variant)
• Ingress Protection Rating: IP42, IP52 (variant-dependent)
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 12.79 x 7.0 x 14.62 cm (where specified)
• Weight: 0.328 kg – 1.25 kg (variant-dependent)
• Drop / Tumble Resistance: Drop resistance 1.2 m; tumble resistance 1000 tumbles (where specified)
• Operating Temperature Range: -20 to 60 °C (where specified)
• Storage Temperature Range: -40 to 70 °C (where specified)