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UHF RFID Carton & Conveyor Data Capture

RFID Tunnel Reader for Warehouse & Conveyor Validation

Capture multiple UHF RFID tags from cartons and packaged goods at controlled warehouse and logistics checkpoints. Syncotek provides conveyor-based, semi-automatic and enclosed RFID tunnel machines combining EPC Gen2 RFID reading, multi-antenna acquisition, mechanical transport and controlled scanning areas for warehouse, inventory and material-flow applications.

EPC Gen2 / ISO 18000-6C 200+ Tags on Selected Models 3–5 s Reading Cycle on Selected Models Automated & Semi-Automatic Options Conveyor Integration
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Typical RFID Tunnel Workflow
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Tagged Carton Enters the Read Point Carton size, tag population and conveyor process are defined first.
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Tunnel Captures UHF RFID Tags Multiple antennas identify EPC Gen2 tags inside the controlled scanning zone.
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RFID Data Is Sent to the Host Captured RFID identifiers can be processed by the connected application.
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Warehouse Workflow Continues Receiving, inventory, shipping or other workflow logic is handled upstream.
200+ Tags Published on multiple Syncotek tunnel models
3–5 Seconds Published read cycle on multiple models
Conveyor Options Automated, single-conveyor and enclosed designs
OEM / ODM Hardware and system integration support
Equipment Role

What Is an RFID Tunnel Reader?

An RFID tunnel reader is a controlled UHF RFID data-capture station designed for cartons, packaged goods and other grouped inventory. Unlike a standalone fixed reader, a tunnel combines RFID hardware with antennas, enclosure design and, on selected models, conveyor and control hardware.

BULK

Multi-Tag Capture

Read multiple UHF RFID tags inside a carton without scanning each tagged item individually.

ZONE

Controlled Scanning Area

Enclosure design and internal antenna placement create a more controlled RFID acquisition point than an open reader installation.

BELT

Conveyor Handling

Selected tunnel products integrate industrial conveyor systems for automated carton movement.

BOX

Carton-Level Workflow

Use the tunnel at defined receiving, inventory or shipping checkpoints where cartons need RFID identification.

EPC

EPC Data Capture

Tunnel hardware captures EPC Gen2 RFID identifiers for use by the connected software or host system.

OEM

System Integration

Equipment selection can be matched to carton dimensions, workflow, conveyor speed and integration requirements.

Tunnel Architecture

Choose the Tunnel Around the Material-Flow Process

Start with how goods move through the facility. Continuous conveyor flow, single-box scanning and manually loaded enclosed tunnels require different equipment architectures.

Single Conveyor

SR-RUX236

An industrial single-line single-box tunnel for automated carton movement through one conveyor.

  • EPC Gen2 / ISO 18000-6C
  • 902.75–927.25 MHz
  • R2000-based reader
  • 200+ tags per box
  • 3–5 second reading cycle
  • 5–6 boxes/min
  • Conveyor speed up to 30 m/min
  • 50 kg load capacity
  • Four groups of 8 dBi antennas
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Semi-Automatic

SR-RUX234

A semi-automatic single-box tunnel using an electric shutter door and one conveyor.

  • EPC Gen2 / ISO 18000-6C
  • 902.75–927.25 MHz
  • R2000-based reader
  • 200+ tags
  • 3–5 second reading cycle
  • 50 kg load capacity
  • Four groups of 9 dBi antennas
  • Maximum box: 700×700×700 mm
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Enclosed Motor Door

SR-RUX223

A compact motor-driven door RFID all-in-one machine for enclosed carton scanning.

  • EPC Gen2 / ISO 18000-6C
  • 865–868 / 902–928 MHz
  • R2000-based reader
  • 200+ tags
  • 3–5 second reading cycle
  • 6–8 cartons/min
  • Maximum carton: 650×650×650 mm
  • TCP/IP and Wi-Fi; 4G optional
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Cart-Type Tunnel

SR-RUX221

A cart-type RFID acquisition tunnel designed for motionless scanning and heavier loads.

  • EPC Gen2 / ISO 18000-6C
  • 865–868 / 902–928 MHz
  • R2000-based reader
  • 200+ tags
  • 3–5 second reading cycle
  • 200 kg load capacity
  • Four groups of 8 dBi antennas
  • Maximum box: 850×730×900 mm
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Project Selection

Not Sure Which Tunnel Type?

Send the physical workflow first. Product selection should start from carton size, weight and required throughput.

  • Maximum carton dimensions
  • Maximum carton weight
  • Approximate tags per carton
  • Boxes per minute
  • Current conveyor speed
  • Automatic or operator-loaded process
  • FCC or ETSI region
  • Host-system integration requirement
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Product Comparison

Syncotek RFID Tunnel Reader Selection Table

Compare the tunnel architecture, carton size, load capacity and operating workflow before selecting the reader platform.

Model Architecture Reader Frequency Tag Quantity Read Cycle Throughput Conveyor Load Max Carton
SR-RUX237 Automated Conveyor E710 865–868 / 902–928 MHz 200+ pcs 3–5 s 5–6 boxes/min 0–30 m/min 50 kg 1000×750×750 mm
SR-RUX236 Single Conveyor R2000-based 902.75–927.25 MHz 200+ pcs / box 3–5 s 5–6 boxes/min 0–30 m/min 50 kg 800×800×600 mm
SR-RUX234 Semi-Automatic R2000-based 902.75–927.25 MHz 200+ pcs 3–5 s Manual One conveyor 50 kg 700×700×700 mm
SR-RUX223 Motor-Door Box R2000-based 865–868 / 902–928 MHz 200+ pcs 3–5 s 6–8 cartons/min Internal rollers 650×650×650 mm
SR-RUX221 Cart-Type R2000-based 865–868 / 902–928 MHz 200+ pcs 3–5 s Manual Motionless reading 200 kg 850×730×900 mm

Select the equipment based on the intended carton, tag population and workflow. Actual RFID performance should be verified with representative products, packaging and RFID tags before deployment.

Warehouse Validation Workflow

RFID Tunnel Hardware Captures Data — the Connected System Uses It

The tunnel should be treated as an RFID data-capture point inside the warehouse process. It identifies the RFID tags present in the scanning area and sends those identifiers to the connected application.

Expected Record The warehouse or business application knows which items, cartons or SKUs should be present.
RFID Tunnel Capture The tunnel captures EPC identifiers from the tagged items inside the scanning zone.
Business Decision The connected application can use the captured data within receiving, inventory or shipping workflows.
Buyer Checklist

What Should You Compare Before Choosing an RFID Tunnel?

Maximum Carton Size Measure the largest carton that must physically pass through the tunnel.
Carton Weight Conveyor and equipment load capacity must exceed the actual working load.
Tags per Carton Use representative item-level tagging during project testing instead of estimating only from a specification sheet.
Required Throughput Determine how many boxes must move through the station per minute.
Conveyor Speed Match the tunnel to the actual production or logistics conveyor workflow.
Operating Frequency Confirm the UHF frequency configuration required for the deployment region.
Automation Level Choose automated conveyor, semi-automatic or manually loaded equipment.
Host Integration Define how RFID data should enter the WMS, ERP or custom application.
Warehouse Applications

Where RFID Tunnel Readers Fit Best

Carton Inventory

Capture multiple RFID-tagged products inside a controlled carton scanning point.

Receiving Checkpoints

Collect RFID carton data as goods enter a warehouse process.

Shipping Checkpoints

Capture RFID data before tagged cartons continue through the outbound process.

Product Inventory

Use tunnel scanning where cartons contain multiple item-level RFID tags.

Apparel Logistics

Bulk RFID acquisition can be useful where cartons contain many tagged garments.

Distribution Centers

Add controlled RFID capture at defined carton-flow checkpoints.

Warehouse Automation

Conveyor tunnel models can be incorporated into automated material-handling workflows.

SKU / Carton Workflow

RFID data can support applications that compare tagged contents with carton or order information.

Already Know Your Carton Size and Throughput?

Send us the maximum carton dimensions, weight, approximate RFID tags per carton, required boxes per minute, conveyor speed, operating frequency and host-system requirements.

Project Validation

Test the Tunnel With Real Cartons Before Deployment

RFID tunnel performance depends on more than the reader model. The items inside the carton, RFID tag, packaging material and tag orientation can all affect the final result.

  • Use the real carton dimensions
  • Use representative production RFID tags
  • Reproduce normal packing density
  • Test different tag orientations
  • Run at the intended conveyor speed
  • Test full and partial carton loads
  • Validate the host data workflow
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Why Pilot?

Packaging Changes RFID Behavior

A carton containing dry garments is a very different RFID environment from a carton containing metal, liquids or densely packed components.

Even with the same tunnel, changes in tag placement and item orientation can affect which tags are easiest or hardest to capture.

For this reason, representative project testing provides more useful information than relying on a single headline performance number.

OEM / ODM

Match RFID Hardware to the Material-Handling System

Syncotek provides OEM/ODM support from board-level designs through complete system integration. Tunnel projects can therefore be evaluated around RFID, mechanical structure and equipment-integration requirements together.

  • Tunnel architecture selection
  • RFID reader configuration
  • Antenna arrangement
  • Carton-size requirement
  • Conveyor requirement
  • Frequency-region configuration
  • Data-interface requirements
  • Application integration requirements
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Information to Send

RFID Tunnel Requirement Checklist

  • Maximum carton length × width × height
  • Maximum carton weight
  • Average and maximum tags per carton
  • Required boxes per minute
  • Existing conveyor dimensions and speed
  • Tagged product type
  • FCC or ETSI region
  • Existing WMS / ERP / software environment
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UHF Fixed Readers

For system integrators building custom conveyor or controlled RFID read points.

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RFID Tunnel FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an RFID tunnel reader?

An RFID tunnel reader combines UHF RFID reading with a controlled physical scanning area. Selected models also include conveyor, controller and industrial-computer hardware.

Can an RFID tunnel read multiple tags at the same time?

Yes. Multiple current Syncotek tunnel models publish support for reading 200+ UHF RFID tags during a scanning cycle. Real performance depends on the tags, products and packaging.

Which Syncotek RFID tunnel uses an Impinj E710 reader?

SR-RUX237 specifies an E710 reader and supports EPC Gen2 / ISO 18000-6C tags.

What is the difference between SR-RUX237 and SR-RUX236?

Both are conveyor-based tunnel products with published 200+ tag capacity, 3–5 second reading cycles, 5–6 boxes/min efficiency, 30 m/min maximum conveyor speed and 50 kg load capacity. SR-RUX237 uses an E710 reader platform and three independently controlled conveyors, while SR-RUX236 uses an R2000-based reader and one conveyor.

Is there a semi-automatic RFID tunnel?

Yes. SR-RUX234 is a semi-automatic single-box RFID tunnel using an electric shutter door and one conveyor.

Is there an enclosed motor-door RFID scanner?

Yes. SR-RUX223 is an enclosed motor-driven door RFID machine with a published 200+ tag capacity and 3–5 second scanning cycle.

Can RFID tunnel data be used for outbound validation?

Yes. The tunnel can act as an RFID capture point in an outbound workflow. The connected software can use captured EPC data together with order or shipment information.

Is an RFID tunnel the same as a warehouse RFID solution?

No. The tunnel is one RFID data-capture device. A complete warehouse solution may also include RFID tags, handheld readers, fixed read points, printers and integration with inventory software.

How should I test an RFID tunnel?

Use representative cartons, production RFID tags, normal packing density and the intended conveyor speed. Testing should include the products and orientations expected in the real operation.

Does Syncotek provide OEM/ODM support?

Yes. Syncotek provides OEM/ODM services ranging from board-level design to complete system integration. Specific tunnel requirements can be evaluated according to the project.

Warehouse RFID Automation

Need an RFID Tunnel for Your Carton or Conveyor Workflow?

Tell us your carton dimensions, weight, RFID tags per carton, required throughput, conveyor configuration and software-integration requirements. Syncotek can help you compare automated, single-conveyor, semi-automatic and enclosed RFID tunnel architectures.

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