3dBi UHF RFID Reader Antenna

An 865–868 MHz antenna is designed for UHF RFID and low-power wireless applications operating in the European ETSI SRD band. Typical uses include UHF RFID readers (EPC Gen2 / ISO 18000-6C), asset tracking, warehouse management, access control, smart retail, race timing, and IoT/M2M systems deployed in Europe and other regions following ETSI regulations.
Airplux offers this band across multiple product families: the ETSI 865–868 MHz RFID antenna line (3–15 dBi PCB, panel and mat antennas), near-field RFID antennas, narrow-beam antennas, and ETSI UHF integrated reader antennas. For example, the 3 dBi circular-polarized PCB antenna APRIA8003CM-137 suits compact desktop readers, while high-gain panel models support long-range portal and gate applications.

Read range depends on reader power (up to 2 W ERP in Europe), antenna gain, tag sensitivity and environment. With a typical ETSI-compliant setup: 3 dBi antennas read roughly 1–3 m, 8 dBi antennas 4–8 m, and 12–15 dBi panel antennas can exceed 10 m in open space. Indoor metal racking, liquids and dense tag populations reduce these figures.
Airplux’s high-gain ETSI models — the 8 dBi APRIA8008CM-206 PCB antenna, the 9 dBi underground/ground-mat antenna APRIA8009CE, and the 12 dBi APRIA80012CT floor mat — are engineered for long read range with stable circular polarization. For precise figures in your application, share your reader model, tag type and mounting environment with our engineering team for a link-budget recommendation.

The APRIA8003CP specifies a 60° beamwidth in both the horizontal and vertical planes. These values describe the angular spread of the antenna’s main radiation pattern and help characterize how RF energy is directed toward the intended reading area. This relatively focused pattern can be useful when planning a specific reading zone. Actual coverage depends on installation position, tag placement, and nearby materials.

Circular polarization can reduce the sensitivity of RFID reading to tag orientation compared with linear polarization. This can be helpful on production lines, where tagged products or components may move through a reading area in different positions. The APRIA8003CP uses circular polarization to support more flexible tag orientation. Reliable identification still depends on tag design, conveyor speed, antenna positioning, and reader configuration.

Yes. The APRIA8003CP can be considered for warehouse door control systems that identify tagged goods, equipment, or assets passing through a designated area. Its 60° horizontal and vertical beamwidth helps characterize the coverage pattern when planning the installation. The antenna should be positioned and tested to define the intended reading zone and reduce missed or unintended reads.

The APRIA8003CP can be considered for file cabinet management systems that use RFID tags to identify and track documents, folders, or stored assets. Its 200 × 100 × 20mm form factor can be integrated into suitable cabinet installations. However, cabinet materials and internal metal structures may affect RF propagation. Testing with the actual cabinet, tags, and reader is recommended before finalizing the antenna position.