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The Zebra FXR90 is a fixed RAIN RFID reader built for harsh indoor and outdoor environments. It reads 1,300+ tags per second with a maximum receiver sensitivity of -92 dBm, supports the ISO 18000-6C (EPC Class 1 Gen2V2) air protocol, and is housed in a diecast aluminum body sealed to dual IP65 and IP67 ratings. It is TAA compliant.

The FXR90 is used for baggage tracking, cycle counting, item locating, cold chain and returnable transport object (RTO) tracking in transportation and logistics; work-in-process and raw materials tracking, pipeline and utility tracking and manufacturing automation; and kitting, asset tracking, vehicle asset control, chain of custody and personnel control in government.

Yes. The Zebra FXR90 is dust-proof, spray-proof and waterproof under dual IP65 and IP67 sealing, and is designed to withstand weather extremes and daily wash-downs. Its operating temperature range is -40° F to 149° F (-40° C to 65° C) at 5–95% non-condensing humidity, with storage from -40° F to 185° F (-40° C to 85° C).

It is tested to MIL-STD-810 for vibration (Method 514, Procedure I) and altitude (Method 500), MIL-STD-810H Method 509.7 for salt fog, and IEC 60068-2-5 Procedure A for solar radiation. It withstands ±4 kV surge (EN 61000-4-5) and ±15 kV air and ±8 kV direct electrostatic discharge. Rugged sealed M12 connectors carry the external connections. This combination — particularly the salt fog and solar radiation testing and the -40° operating floor — is what separates the FXR90 from indoor-only fixed readers.

The Zebra FXR90 is offered in three antenna configurations: an integrated antenna model with four additional external RP-TNC ports, a four-port external RP-TNC model, and an eight-port external RP-TNC model. The integrated antenna is a proprietary 7 dBi design with a 72° beamwidth, allowing cable-free deployment.

Using the integrated antenna, nominal read range is 55 ft. (16.7 m) and maximum read range is 100 ft. (30.5 m) — Zebra notes the 100 ft. figure is achieved with a specific tag and setup, so treat it as a best case rather than a planning number. Write and encode range is considerably shorter at 15 ft. (4.5 m), which matters if the deployment writes to tags rather than only reading them.

The Zebra FXR90 does not require a wired connection. Alongside Gigabit Ethernet, it has Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax/ac/a/b/g/n, 2x2 MU-MIMO), Bluetooth 5.3 with BLE, 5G and 4G cellular, and CBRS built in, with one nano SIM slot and one eSIM. This allows deployment in remote or previously inaccessible areas without running an Ethernet cable.

Integrated GPS (GPS/GLONASS/BDS/Galileo/QZSS/GNSS) lets you tie tag reads to a physical location and attribute them to a specific customer or facility — useful for mobile and vehicle-mounted deployments. CBRS supports connection to a private network for wider low-latency coverage. Note the spec sheet states no Wi-Fi Alliance certifications are planned for this device, which may matter if your network policy requires certified equipment.

The Zebra FXR90 offers six power options: direct 12 VDC to 24 VDC via flying leads wired to an electrical panel or vehicle battery, a Zebra AC/DC IP67 sealed supply for wet and dusty locations, a standard unsealed indoor AC/DC supply, a DC/DC IP67 sealed supply for vehicle power, a PoE+ injector (802.3at) and a PoE injector (802.3af).

The power source does affect RF output on the external antenna ports. All options except PoE 802.3af deliver 0–33 dBm conducted output in the US; on PoE (802.3af) that drops to 0–31.5 dBm. GPIO output capability also varies: +24 VDC input gives 24 VDC at 1 A, +12 VDC input gives 12 VDC at 250 mA, PoE+ gives 24 VDC at 250 mA, and standard PoE provides no GPIO output at all. Specify PoE+ or an external supply if you need GPIO to drive external devices.

The Zebra FXR90 runs Linux on an NXP iMX8 Mini Quad Cortex-A53 processor with 2 GB LPDDR4 RAM and 16 GB eMMC Flash. IoT Connector — a standard feature across Zebra's RFID readers and barcode scanners — gathers data from cloud-capable edge devices using standard IoT protocols and requires no coding to configure.

Security includes Transport Layer Security 1.2 and 1.3 and FIPS 140-2 cryptography. Network services cover DHCP, HTTPS, FTPS, SFTP, SSH, HTTP, FTP, SNMP and NTP across an IPv4 and IPv6 stack. For peripherals and control systems there are two USB host ports, a USB client port, and four GPIO inputs with four outputs. The reader ships with a flush mount and offers an articulating VESA mount that fits various pole sizes, including larger poles using hose clamps.

The Zebra FXR90 features dual IP65 and IP67 ratings, making it dust, water, and moisture resistant for reliable performance in extreme conditions. Its ultra-rugged design is engineered specifically for transportation/logistics, warehousing, and manufacturing sectors where equipment faces punishing environmental challenges. We offer this reader as an ideal solution for facilities requiring dependable RFID asset tracking in harsh indoor and outdoor situations.

The Zebra FXR90 delivers industry-leading performance with a maximum read rate of over 1,300 tags per second, providing real-time data and enhanced asset visibility for your operations. This high-speed capability enables faster inventory tracking and asset management across large facilities. Contact us today to discuss how this performance level meets your warehouse or logistics requirements.

The Zebra FXR90 is equipped with multiple wireless technologies including Wi-Fi 6 (IEEE 802.11ax/ac/a/b/g/n 2X2 MU-MIMO), Bluetooth 5.3, 5G, and GPS, along with Gigabit Ethernet for comprehensive connectivity options. These built-in wireless capabilities create seamless integration with your existing network infrastructure both inside and outside facility walls. We offer flexible deployment across even the largest operations thanks to this versatile connectivity suite.

The Zebra FXR90 supports 12V to 24V DC power with multiple supply options including AC/DC adapters and Power over Ethernet (PoE), allowing flexible installation across various environments. This versatility in power delivery ensures you can deploy the reader in locations where traditional power infrastructure may be limited. Visit barcodesinc.com to explore power configuration options that best fit your facility's setup.

Yes, the Zebra FXR90 features simplified deployment with an integrated RFID antenna and available universal flush and VESA mounting options for flexible configuration. These mounting choices allow quick installation across diverse facility layouts without requiring extensive custom engineering. We offer both mounting options to support rapid deployment throughout even the largest warehousing and manufacturing operations.

The Zebra FXR90 operates reliably across a wide temperature range of -40°F to 149°F (-40°C to 65°C), ensuring consistent performance in both cold storage environments and hot industrial settings. This extended temperature tolerance makes it suitable for diverse warehouse and logistics applications. Contact us today to confirm compatibility with your specific environmental conditions.