MC51
5G UHF RFID Reader (Android 14)
The Chainway MC51 UHF RFID reader stands as one of the industry's most powerful solutions for intensive RFID workflows. Powered by our self-developed UHF module with the Impinj chip and Gen2X support, it achieves a fastest read rate of 1300+ tags/s and a maximum range beyond 30m, dramatically cutting inventory time and boosting operational throughput like no other. Paired with a flagship-grade processor, a crisp 6-inch display, and next-gen 5G + Wi-Fi 6E, the MC51 UHF doesn't just perform — it sets a new benchmark for peak efficiency and unwavering reliability.
- Dimensions
- 165.0 x 83.8 x 138.0mm / 6.50 x 3.30 x 5.43 in.
- Weight
- 707g / 24.94oz. (device with battery)
- Display
- 6-inch high definition display (18:9), 1440 x 720
- Battery
- 5000mAh removable main battery, 5200mAh removable pistol battery with Meter;Support QC3.0 and RTC;Support Battery Management System;Hot swap battery backup
- Touch Panel
- Corning Gorilla Glass, multi-touch panel, gloves and wet hands supported
- Notification
- Sound, LED indicator, vibrator
The New Benchmark in RFID Performance — Max Speed, Max Range, Max Accuracy.
High-Performance Octa-Core 2.4 GHz (4nm Technology)
UFS (Universal Flash Storage)
Android 14 (Upgradable to Android 18+)
5G WWAN, Global Frequency Bands
Wi-Fi 6E with 2x2 MIMO and Fast Roaming
6-inch Display, 1440 x 720
10200mAh Smart Battery with Hot-Swap Support
Host IP67 & 1.5m / 5ft. Drop
Self-Developed UHF Module Based on Impinj E Series chips
Impinj Gen2X for Enhanced UHF Performance
1300+ Tags/s Read Rate, 30m+/100ft.+Read Range
Supports Precise RFID Tag Positioning
Multiple Scan Engine Options Including Long Range
Detachable Pistol Grip for Flexible Use
Supports NFC
16MP Rear Camera with HD Front and Rear Imaging
Physical Characteristics
| Dimensions | 165.0 x 83.8 x 138.0mm / 6.50 x 3.30 x 5.43 in. |
| Weight | 707g / 24.94oz. (device with battery) |
| Display | 6-inch high definition display (18:9), 1440 x 720 |
| Battery | 5000mAh removable main battery, 5200mAh removable pistol battery with Meter;Support QC3.0 and RTC;Support Battery Management System;Hot swap battery backup |
| Touch Panel | Corning Gorilla Glass, multi-touch panel, gloves and wet hands supported |
| Notification | Sound, LED indicator, vibrator |
| Expansion Slot | 1 for SIM card, 1 for SIM or TF card, Supports eSIM (optional) |
| Interfaces | USB Type-C, USB 3.1, OTG |
| Audio | 2 microphones, 1 for noise cancellation; 1 speaker; 1 receiver |
| Keypad | Power key, 2 scan keys, volume (+/-) keys, 1 multifunctional key |
| Sensors | G_sensor, proximity sensor, light sensor, geomagnetic sensor, gyroscope |
Communication
| WLAN | Support 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax-6E, 2.4G/5G/6G tri-band, IPV4, IPV6; 2*2 MIMO antennasFast roaming: PMKID caching, 802.11r, OKCOperating Channels: 2.4G (channel 1~13), 5G (channel 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60, 64, 100, 104, 108, 112, 116, 120, 124, 128, 132, 136, 140, 144, 149, 153, 157, 161, 165), Depends on local regulationsSecurity and Encryption: WEP, WPA/WPA2-PSK(TKIP and AES), WAPI-PSK—EAP-TTLS, EAP-TLS, PEAP-MSCHAPv2, PEAPLTS, PEAP-GTC, WPA3-Enterprise, WPA3-Enhanced Open, WPA3 Easy Connect, WPA3-Personal, etc. |
| WWAN (Europe, Asia) | 2G: GSM / EDGE / GPRS (850/900/1800)3G: WCDMA (B1/B5/B8)4G: FDD-LTE (B1/B3/B5/B7/B8/B20/B28A/B28B) TDD-LTE (B34/B38/B39/B40/B41)5G: N1/N3/N5/N7/N8/N20/N28/N38/N40/N41/N77/N78/N79 |
| WWAN (America) | 2G: GSM/EDGE/GPRS(850/1900)3G: WCDMA(B2/B4/B5)4G: FDD-LTE B2/B4/B5/B7/B12/B13/B25/B26/B28; TDD-LTE B38/B41;5G: N2/N3/N5/N7/N12/N13/N25/N26/N28/N38/N41/N77/N78 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Vo-LTE | Support Vo-LTE HD video voice call |
| GNSS | GPS/AGPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, internal antenna |
Developing Environment
| Operating System | Android 14 |
| SDK | Chainway Software Development Kit |
| Language | Java |
| Tool | Eclipse / Android Studio |
Performance
| CPU | Qualcomm Octa-core, 2.4GHz |
| RAM+ROM | UFS: 4GB + 64GB / 8GB + 256GB (optional) |
| Expansion | Supports up to 256GB TF card (Supports Extreme Micro SD Card 512GB) |
User Environment
| Operating Temp. | -4°F to 122°F / -20℃ to +50℃ |
| Storage Temp. | -40°F to 158°F / -40℃ to +70℃ |
| Humidity | 5% RH - 95% RH non condensing |
| Drop Specification | Multiple 1.5m / 4.92ft. drops to the concrete across the operating temperature rangeMIL-STD-810H (SGS Test): Multiple 1.5 m/4.92 ft. drops to concrete across the operating temperature range |
| Tumble Specification | 1000 x 0.5m / 1.64ft. falls at room temperature |
| Sealing | Host IP67 per IEC sealing specifications |
| ESD | ±15 KV air discharge, ±8 KV conductive discharge |
Barcode Scanning
| 2D Scanner | Zebra: SE4710; SE55; CM60 |
| 1D Symbologies | UPC/EAN, Code128, Code39, Code93, Code11, Interleaved 2 of 5, Discrete 2 of 5, Chinese 2 of 5, Codabar, MSI, RSS, etc. |
| 2D Symbologies | PDF417, MicroPDF417, Composite, RSS, TLC-39, Datamatrix, QR code, Micro QR code, Aztec, MaxiCode; Postal Codes: US PostNet, US Planet, UK Postal, Australian Postal, Japan Postal, Dutch Postal (KIX),etc. |
| Note | * This function is optional |
UHF RFID
| Engine | Based on Impinj E Series chips |
| Frequency | 865-868 MHz / 920-925 MHz / 902-928 MHz |
| Impinj Gen2X | Supported |
| Protocol | EPC C1 GEN2 / ISO18000-6C |
| Antenna | Circular Polarized Antenna |
| Power | 1W (30dBm, +5dBm to +30dBm adjustable)2W Optional (33dBm, for Latin America, etc.) |
| Fastest Read Rate | 1300+ tags/sec |
| Max Read Range | 26m (Impinj MR6 tag, size 70 x 15mm)28m (Impinj M750 tag, size 70 x 15mm)30m (Alien H3 Anti-Metal tag, size 130 x 42mm) |
| Read Range | Pin Connector |
| Note | * Ranges are measured in the open outdoors and low interference environment, and rate is measured in a laboratory low interference environment, they are affected by tags and environment. |
Camera
| Front Camera | 5MP |
| Rear Camera | 16MP Autofocus with flash |
NFC
| Frequency | 13.56 MHz |
| Protocol | ISO14443A/B, ISO15693, NFC-IP1, NFC-IP2, etc. |
| Chips | M1 card (S50, S70), CPU card, NFC tags, etc. |
| Range | 2-4 cm |
Optional Accessories
| Accessories | USB Cable, Adapter, Charging Cradle, Rugged Rubber Boot, etc. |
| Note | *See details in accessory guide |