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CK-A12C
Large RFID Antenna – 12dBi UHF Long-Range Circular Polarized Design
High-Performance Large Antenna for Industrial RFID Systems
✔️ IP65 Ruggedized ABS+Aluminum Housing
✔️ Ultra-Wide 840-960MHz Frequency Coverage
✔️ 15m+ Long-Range Capture with 12dBi High Gain
BIG REACH, INDUSTRIAL STRENGTH
CK-A12C Large RFID Antenna, also called Model A-12, is really built for long-range UHF RFID stuff. It’s got a 12 dBi gain and circular polarization, so it can pick up tags reliably from up to 15 meters away. You can use it in warehouses, logistics yards, or even for automated gates. The casing is tough — IP65-rated ABS with aluminum — and it can handle crazy temperatures from –40°C to 85°C. The 40° beam keeps things stable, so you don’t have to worry about missing tags. Perfect if you need to scan a bunch of inventory fast or track vehicles without fuss.
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To get the full 15 m range of the A-12 antenna, mount it around six meters high and tilt it down 10–15°. Circular polarization helps when tags are all over the place, like on moving forklifts. Set the reader output to about 30 dBm, and turn on Dense Reader Mode if you have more than four antennas. One European logistics hub used this setup on an eight-acre yard and reached 99.4% read accuracy.
| Configuration | Result |
|---|---|
| 6m mounting height | 14.8m avg read distance |
| 12° downward tilt | 23% fewer ground reflections |
| 30dBm power + DRM | 89% reduction in collisions |
The A-12 antenna can handle tough coastal conditions, dealing with salt spray and humidity without trouble. Its housing is made from UV-stabilized ABS with a bit of fiberglass, and the radome has a polycarbonate coating that fights salt corrosion. The connectors are sealed with silicone to keep salt out, and it helps to put a little NO-OX-ID grease on the threads every few months to keep everything running smoothly.
Performance Metrics:
| Environment | Competitor Antenna | A-12 Large Antenna |
|---|---|---|
| Salt Spray (1000hrs) | 38% corrosion | 0.2% surface pitting |
| 98% RH @ 40°C (6 months) | 5.2dB gain loss | 0.8dB gain loss |
| Typhoon Wind Load (60m/s) | 73% structural failure rate | 100% survival rate |
To keep the A-12 running smoothly in really hot conditions, make sure it gets some airflow. Placing a small fan nearby and using the included aluminum brackets for passive cooling helps a lot. If you’re running it at full power for hours, it’s a good idea to give it a short break every now and then. Wiping the radome with alcohol each month prevents dust from building up, and checking the connectors every six months keeps them tight. Cykeo’s five-year warranty still covers thermal issues as long as the factory thermal pads are in place.
Cykeo RFID solutions empower cross-industry operations, delivering precision tracking for supply chain optimization, industrial IoT deployments, and mission-critical asset management across logistics, healthcare, aviation, smart manufacturing, energy infrastructure, and security systems.
