Rajiv Nambiar, VP Logistics at DHL Supply Chain India
Verified Project
"The 8-port FX9600 allowed us to cover two dock doors with a single reader. Pallet scan accuracy is flawless at 99.8% even with dense metal racking nearby."
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Fixed RFID Readers
Zebra FX9600 Fixed RFID Reader India
Industrial 4-Port & 8-Port Fixed UHF RFID Reader for Warehouse Portals & Conveyors
₹1,40,000
★ 5.0
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Enterprise Assurances
1-Year OEM Warranty
LLRP & REST API Ready
Pan-India Dispatch
Multi-Port Power Tested
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Description
The Zebra FX9600 Fixed RFID Reader is an enterprise-grade, high-performance RAIN UHF reader engineered for demanding industrial environments including warehouse dock door receiving portals, high-speed conveyor packaging lines, and wide manufacturing choke points. Built with an exceptionally sensitive RF transceiver (-84 dBm) and a rugged IP53 die-cast aluminum housing, the FX9600 delivers unmatched read accuracy and throughput even in high-RF-noise metallic environments.
1. 4-Port vs 8-Port Model Comparison
| Feature | FX9600 4-Port Model | FX9600 8-Port Model |
|---|---|---|
| Antenna Ports | 4 Monostatic (RP-TNC) | 8 Monostatic (RP-TNC) |
| Independent Read Zones | Up to 4 Zones | Up to 8 Zones |
| Typical Deployment | Single dock door, single conveyor | Dual dock doors, multi-lane portals, wide aisles |
| Cost per Read Zone | ₹35,000 / zone | ₹25,000 / zone (30% savings) |
| Base Price | ₹1,40,000 + GST | ₹2,00,000 + GST |
2. India WPC GSR 564(E) Compliance
In India, fixed passive UHF RFID systems operate legally within the 865–867 MHz frequency band under Ministry of Communications WPC GSR 564(E) guidelines. The Zebra FX9600 shipped by RFID Softwares is pre-configured and locked to the India regulatory profile, supporting up to 4 Watts Effective Isotropic Radiated Power (EIRP) conducted output with dynamic frequency hopping. For complete regulatory parameters, consult our WPC RFID Frequency India Guide.
3. Antenna Planning & RF Architecture
The FX9600 uses monostatic antenna ports with reversible polarity. To maximize read reliability across passing pallets and cartons:
- Dock Door Portals: Pair the 4-port reader with four UHF Fixed Reader Panel Antennas (9 dBi circular polarization) mounted on vertical bollards.
- Conveyor Lines: Use narrow-beam linear or circular antennas mounted 30–50 cm directly above the belt to isolate reads to individual cartons.
- Polarization Selection: Circular polarized antennas read tags at any random 3D angle, while linear polarized antennas deliver maximum range down fixed-orientation transit lines. Learn how to choose in our Circular vs Linear RFID Antennas Guide.
4. Software Middleware & ERP Integration
The FX9600 runs an embedded Linux operating system and supports direct communication via the standard Low Level Reader Protocol (LLRP v1.0.1) as well as the Zebra IoT Connector. Our Zebra RFID Reader Integration Middleware ingests high-frequency tag read streams, filters out ghost multi-path reads, applies RSSI thresholding, and transforms tag EPCs into structured JSON/XML payloads for SAP ERP, Oracle SCM, Tally Prime, and custom WMS databases.
5. Installation & Commissioning
Deploying fixed portals requires precision RF tuning and rugged physical mounting. Our certified field engineers provide complete RFID Installation Services Across India, including pre-install spectrum audits, heavy-duty gantry mounting, low-loss LMR-400 coaxial cabling, and isolated GPIO photocell trigger integration.
6. Pricing & Indicative Bill of Materials (BOM)
Reader prices are ₹1,40,000 (4-Port) and ₹2,00,000 (8-Port). Antennas, RF cabling, and mounting hardware are quoted separately based on your facility layout:
| Deployment Scope | Reader Hardware | Antennas Required | Indicative Hardware BOM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Dock Door Portal | FX9600 4-Port (₹1,40,000) | 2 × UHF Panel Antenna (₹16,000) | ~₹1,56,000 |
| High-Density Dock Portal | FX9600 4-Port (₹1,40,000) | 4 × UHF Panel Antenna (₹32,000) | ~₹1,72,000 |
| Dual-Lane Multi-Portal | FX9600 8-Port (₹2,00,000) | 8 × UHF Panel Antenna (₹64,000) | ~₹2,64,000 |
(Prices exclusive of 18% GST, freight, RF cabling, and on-site commissioning services. In stock for immediate dispatch from Noida/Delhi warehouses).
Specifications
- Brand
- Zebra Technologies
- Model
- FX9600 Fixed UHF RFID Reader
- Antenna Ports
- 4-port or 8-port (monostatic, reversible polarity)
- RFID Protocol
- ISO 18000-6C / ISO 18000-63 (EPC Class 1 Gen 2 V2)
- Frequency (Global)
- 860-960 MHz
- Frequency (India)
- 865-867 MHz — WPC GSR 564(E) compliant
- Read Range
- Dependent on tag, antenna gain and RF environment
- Operating System
- Linux
- Memory
- 512 MB Flash / 256 MB DRAM
- Housing Material
- ABS & Die-cast Aluminum
- Dimensions
- 27.3 cm L × 18.4 cm W × 5 cm D (10.75 × 7.25 × 2.0 in)
- Weight
- 2.13 kg
- Operating Temperature
- -20 °C to +55 °C (-4 °F to +131 °F)
- Environmental Sealing
- IP53
- Certifications
- FCC, RoHS, WEEE
- Card Support
- Smart Cards / UHF Gen2 credentials
- Host Interface
- Ethernet (PoE+), USB Host/Client, GPIO (4 In / 4 Out)
- Management
- LLRP, Zebra IoT Connector, REST/MQTT via middleware
Verified Reviews
5.0out of 5
Based on 3 verified client reviews.
Genuine Enterprise Feedback
Verified Project Deployments
Amitabh Saxena, Plant IT Head at Motherson Sumi Systems
Verified Project
"PoE+ support and Linux on-reader processing made network deployment extremely clean. Shipped from Noida in 48 hours."
Devendra Joshi, Director Operations at Varun Beverages
Verified Project
"The RF sensitivity on the FX9600 is superior to any other fixed reader we tested. Zero missed carton reads on our high-speed conveyor lines."
Questions
What is the difference between the FX9600 4-port and 8-port models?
The FX9600-4 features 4 monostatic antenna ports suited for single dock doors or conveyor read points. The FX9600-8 features 8 ports, allowing a single reader to monitor two complete dock doors or wide multi-lane portals, lowering your cost per read zone by over 30%.
Is the Zebra FX9600 legal and certified for use in India?
Yes. The Zebra FX9600 is fully compliant with WPC GSR 564(E) regulations for the 865–867 MHz frequency band, supporting legal transmitter power output and channel hopping in Indian industrial facilities.
What read range can I expect from the Zebra FX9600?
Read range depends on the connected antenna gain, coaxial cable length, tag inlay type, and surrounding RF environment. Paired with 9 dBi circular panel antennas, standard UHF passive tags achieve 8 to 15+ meters read range.
Does the FX9600 work with our existing WMS or SAP/Oracle ERP?
Yes. The reader supports LLRP socket streaming and Zebra IoT Connector (MQTT/REST). Our OpenRFID middleware handles tag deduplication, RSSI filtering, and maps EPC serial numbers directly into SAP, Oracle, Zoho, and custom SQL databases.
Are RFID antennas and coaxial cables included with the reader unit?
No. Antennas (such as our 9 dBi circular panel antenna at ₹8,000), low-loss LMR-400 coaxial cables, and mounting brackets are quoted separately to suit your exact portal width and antenna geometry.
Do you provide on-site installation and RF site survey across India?
Yes. Our certified RF engineering team provides turnkey on-site site surveys, gantry mounting, cabling, and commissioning across Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Pune, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Kolkata.
Unit Price
₹1,40,000
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