M7E Hecto
The Impinj M7E Hecto is an reader IC, with N/A (reader chip, not tag), operating at 860–960 MHz (UHF), under EPC Class 1 Gen 2 (ISO/IEC 18000-63) RAIN RFID.
UHF RAIN RFID reader chip with integrated protocol, supporting high-performance reading with up to 4 antenna ports.
Full Specifications
| Manufacturer | Impinj |
|---|---|
| Frequency Category | UHF 860–960 MHz |
| Frequency | 860–960 MHz (UHF) |
| Protocol | EPC Class 1 Gen 2 (ISO/IEC 18000-63), RAIN RFID |
| Memory | N/A (reader chip, not tag) |
| Interface | SPI, UART, GPIO, up to 4 antenna ports (RF output) |
| Temperature Range | -40°C to +85°C |
| Form Factor | QFN package module |
| Security | EPC Gen 2 cryptographic features support, tag authentication |
Engineering Brief
The Impinj M7E Hecto is a high-performance UHF RAIN RFID reader IC designed for dense reader environments and multi-antenna applications. It integrates the complete EPC Gen 2 protocol stack, enabling rapid tag reading with support for up to 4 antenna ports for expanded coverage or interference mitigation. The chip provides flexible host communication via SPI or UART interfaces and is optimized for retail, inventory management, and item-level tracking applications requiring high read rates and reliability.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many antenna ports does the Impinj M7E Hecto support?
The Impinj M7E Hecto supports up to 4 antenna ports, enabling expanded coverage, multi-zone reading, or interference mitigation in dense reader environments.
What communication interfaces does the M7E Hecto reader chip provide?
The M7E Hecto provides SPI and UART interfaces for host communication, along with GPIO pins for control and status signaling.
What frequency range does the Impinj M7E Hecto operate in?
The M7E Hecto operates in the UHF frequency range of 860–960 MHz, covering global RAIN RFID bands for international deployment.
Does the Impinj M7E Hecto support tag authentication?
Yes, the M7E Hecto supports EPC Gen 2 cryptographic features including tag authentication, enabling secure RFID applications that require verification of tag authenticity.
What RFID protocol does the M7E Hecto reader chip implement?
The M7E Hecto implements the complete EPC Class 1 Gen 2 (ISO/IEC 18000-63) protocol stack, also known as RAIN RFID, fully integrated within the chip.
What applications is the Impinj M7E Hecto reader IC designed for?
The M7E Hecto is optimized for retail inventory management, item-level tracking, and supply chain applications requiring high read rates, multi-antenna support, and reliable tag detection in challenging RF environments.
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