HF and UHF RFID Antennas

Cykeo provides both HF (13.56 MHz) and UHF (860–960 MHz) RFID antennas.

HF antennas are commonly used for short-range identification, such as smart cabinets, document management and item-level control. They offer stable performance at close distance and are less sensitive to tag orientation.

UHF antennas are designed for longer reading distances and multi-tag identification. They are widely used in logistics, vehicle identification, access control and RFID gate systems. Antenna gain from 3 dBi to 12 dBi allows system designers to balance coverage width and reading range.

Integration with Fixed RFID Readers and Modules

RFID antennas cannot operate independently. They must be connected to a Fixed RFID Reader or an RFID Module to read RFID tags.

Cykeo fixed readers and modules are supplied with SDK, API and demo software, supporting rapid integration into existing software platforms. This approach is commonly used by software developers, system integrators and project solution providers who build complete RFID systems such as smart lockers, access gates or automated tracking solutions.

For customers with in-house mechanical or electrical assembly capability, antennas and modules can be integrated directly into custom enclosures or equipment.

Common Application Areas

Smart Cabinets and Smart Storage

RFID antennas are installed inside cabinets or storage units to detect tagged items automatically. HF or low-gain UHF antennas are often selected to control reading zones and avoid cross-reading.

RFID Gates and Doorways

UHF antennas with medium or high gain are used in RFID gates to detect tags passing through entry and exit points. Antenna placement and angle are adjusted to ensure consistent detection.

Access Control and Identification

RFID antennas support card or tag reading in access systems. Combined with fixed readers, they allow identification without direct contact or manual scanning.

Logistics and Warehouse Systems

In warehouses, RFID antennas are mounted at checkpoints to identify pallets or containers. Proper antenna selection helps reduce missed reads and false triggers.

Asset Tracking

Factories and hospitals use RFID antennas to monitor equipment movement. The antenna layout is usually designed together with the reader power setting and software filtering logic.

Custom RFID Equipment

System integrators and OEM customers often embed RFID antennas into custom-built machines, kiosks or industrial equipment, using Cykeo modules and readers as the RF core.

About Cykeo

Cykeo is an RFID hardware manufacturer focused on RFID readers, modules and antennas.
Our products are designed for developers, system integrators, solution providers and enterprise customers who build their own RFID-based systems.

Rather than offering closed systems, Cykeo provides flexible hardware combined with open SDKs and APIs, allowing customers to develop and deploy RFID solutions that match their specific application needs.