Adaptive solutions

RFD40-M Premium Plus Sleds are fully enabled to support Zebra's current mobile computers and smartphones, as well as new mobile computers and third-party smartphones as they come out. Easy-to-change, tool-free sled adaptors allow associates to swap out an adaptor quickly while maintaining compatibility without needing to send devices to IT for retrofitting.

Durability you can depend on

Zebra devices have the ability to withstand everyday environments. RFD40-M Premium Plus Sleds have a five-foot drop-to-concrete specification and a 500-cycle, 1,000-hit, 1.6 ft. (0.5 m) tumble specification to replicate real-world knocks and bumps. They have IP54 sealing for dust and water protection, and an extended operating temperature range of 14°F to 122°F (-10°C to 50°C). With these durable specifications, you can feel confident that RFD40-M Sleds will meet the demanding needs of your workplace.

Flexible and future-proof charging

Charging solutions for RFD40-M Premium Plus Sleds provide users with a flexible way to power up the sled and mobile computer in a variety of ways. Featuring two sets of charging pins, each cradle cup can charge an RFD40-M Sled by itself, the mobile computer by itself, or a combination of RFD40-M Sled and mobile computer when attached together. Cradle cups are available for each combination of RFD40-M Sled and mobile computer, including TC22/27, TC53/58, and future devices.

A USB-C port on the bottom of the RFD40-M Premium Plus Sleds, as well as a pinned connector, allows for connecting an RFD40-M Sled to a Windows®-based PC or other host via a USB-C cable or cable cup, which enables an RFD40-M Sled to be used as a tethered RFID reader.

World-class development and enablement tools

Quickly transition to the latest generation of products without the need for a major application rewrite. The Software Development Kits (SDKs) for RFD40-M Premium Plus Sleds are based on current Zebra RFID handheld SDKs. Only a recompile of the current application with the new SDK is required for you to get up and running on the new RFD40-M Sleds.

RFD40-M Premium Plus Sleds can now connect to 123RFID Desktop via USB cable, cable cup, or Bluetooth, so you can configure your sleds live and offline. Use 123RFID Desktop for proofs-of-concept, demos, and performing firmware upgrades.

No host? No problem!

If a real-time connection to back-end systems is not available, batch mode enables the collection of up to 40,000 RFID tags. Just sync to upload data from RFD40-M Premium Plus Sleds to the host device at any time.

Innovative cradle solutions

When you’re ready to upgrade, Zebra’s game-changing cradles were developed so mobile computers can be swapped out with ease. Using just a coin screw, you can make changes without tools or the hassle of plugging or unplugging any wire harnesses, simplifying the experience for all users.

Cradles that support RFD40-M Premium Plus Sleds come in both one-slot and multi-slot options, as well as charge-only and communication variants. For communication support, the one-slot communication cradles have a Micro-USB port for connection to a host PC, while the multi-slot cradles possess an Ethernet port for connection to a corporate network. This connectivity allows you to manage your RFD40-M Sleds while in the cradle and also provides the ability to set configuration, push out firmware upgrades, and get device health info, so you get more information about your device with less effort.

Secure Battery Locking Foot

RFD40-M Premium Plus Sleds have an optional Battery Locking Foot that locks the battery in place, helping to prevent user damage and/or theft.

Why Zebra for RFID?

The time to implement RFID is now. Rely on the industry’s deepest, field-proven portfolio to drive full-scale transformation without the risks. Designed for your environment, application, and conditions, Zebra RFID solutions are engineered to make you more effective.

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