HID Proximity Card Types

HID Proximity card types are part of a family of contactless smart cards used for physical access control. These cards use radio frequency identification (RFID) technology to communicate with compatible readers, allowing access to buildings or secure areas.

HID offers a variety of proximity card types to meet different security and functional needs. Some of the common types include:

HID ProxCard II
– Overview: One of the most widely used proximity cards.
– Features: Provides 125 kHz RFID technology. Offers up to 37-bit encoding.
– Use Case: Standard access control systems.

HID ISOProx II
– Overview: A printable version of the ProxCard II.
– Features: Combines photo ID and proximity card functionality in one. Can be printed on both sides.
– Use Case: Dual functionality for access and photo ID.

HID DuoProx II
– Overview: Combines proximity and magnetic stripe technologies.
– Features: Allows for dual-credentialing. Offers 125 kHz RFID with an optional magnetic stripe for use in other systems like payment or timekeeping.
– Use Case: Multi-functional card for access control and other systems that require magnetic stripe use.

HID ProxKey III
– Overview: A key fob version of HID proximity technology.
– Features: Small, durable, and portable. Operates at 125 kHz, like standard HID proximity cards.
– Use Case: Convenient for users who prefer to carry a fob instead of a card.

HID MicroProx Tag
– Overview: A small adhesive tag that can be attached to any non-metallic surface.
– Features: Converts everyday items (e.g., mobile phones) into proximity credentials. Operates at 125 kHz.
– Use Case: Ideal for converting objects into access credentials without needing a traditional card.

HID ProxCard Plus
– Overview: A combined proximity and smart card solution.
– Features: Provides both RFID and smart card capabilities in one card. Operates at 125 kHz for proximity and has smart card technology for more advanced security.
– Use Case: High-security applications requiring both basic and advanced access control technologies.

HID Smart Cards (iCLASS Series)
– Overview: iCLASS is a higher-security alternative to basic proximity cards.
– Features: Uses 13.56 MHz technology, offering more data storage, encryption, and security than traditional 125 kHz proximity cards.
– Use Case: Ideal for environments requiring enhanced security, encryption, and multi-application functionality (e.g., access control, vending, secure login).

Different varieties of HID proximity cards offer distinct benefits, tailored to the particular access control requirements and security levels demanded by the organization.