RFID innovation Xtenna for integrated RFID devices

Essen has launched the next-gen RFID device “Xtenna” that overcomes current RFID shortcomings, extends reach, improves and optimizes operations, and therefore extends functionality beyond existing applications. Essen’s Xtenna is a ready-to-use integrated RFID device that is both convenient to use and extremely cost-effective.

“With the value of the RFID market slated to reach $12.3billion in 2010 and further to $26.2 billion by 2016, we believe that Essen is appropriately positioned to exploit this potential. Key segments that we are currently targeting include retail, manufacturing, logistics and livestock. Given our portfolio of global partners, we are confident of delivering the best-of-breed solutions to our customers,” Shrinivas, Essen’s Senior Business Development Manager.

Essen’s Xtenna covers RFID bands across the EU, USA, China, Korea and India through models that operate in the 865-870MHz, 902-928MHz, 840-844MHz spectrum respectively. Its advanced RFID reader has dynamic multi-protocol capability that is fully compliant with future standards. Along with superior tag reading performance (up to 50 feet) that not only supports dense reader mode but also overcomes multiple sources of signal interference.

One of the unique feature of Xtenna is its ability to be also used in remote locations and over long distances without signal deterioration. By using Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) for transmission and converting sensitive analog RF signals to digital at source, Xtenna eliminates any scope of loss or deterioration during data transmission.

Xtenna’s advantage over an ordinary RF cable is multifold. Xtenna requires an inexpensive CAT-6 cable that can carry 48V DC power simultaneously along with data. Unlike the RF cable’s sensitive analog signal, Xtenna provides a stable digital transmission. Moreover, RF cable has a limited distance of upto 20 ft before signal deterioration. With Xtenna, this is offset as the distance between Xtenna & PoE switch can now be enhanced to 330ft without loss.

Essen’s Xtenna is available in two versions, namely a Pilot Project Kit and a Mini-pilot project kit, which are available directly through Essen Mumbai or through global affiliates spread across the US and EU.