134.2 kHz Animal ID Microchip Reading
The reader is designed for electronic animal identification using compatible 134.2 kHz transponders under ISO 11784/11785.
Animal microchips are passive RFID transponders. When the reader is brought near the implanted chip, its electromagnetic field activates the transponder and retrieves the unique identification number.
The reader is primarily used with FDX-B animal microchips, making it suitable for routine identification of pets and other chipped animals.
Key Features
- Supports 2 kHz animal identification
- Compatible with ISO 11784 / ISO 11785
- Portable handheld design
- Clear display for microchip ID viewing
- Suitable for veterinary, shelter, breeder, and field use
- Memory and data-transfer functions available depending on configuration
- Rechargeable battery for mobile operation
- Visual and/or audible scan confirmation depending on model configuration
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Frequency | 134.2 kHz |
| Standard | ISO 11784 / ISO 11785 |
| Tag Compatibility | Primarily FDX-B animal transponders |
| Reader Type | Handheld animal ID microchip reader |
| Display | LCD or OLED depending on configuration |
| Memory | Depends on configuration |
| Connectivity | USB and other options depending on configuration |
| Power Supply | Rechargeable battery |
| Housing | Durable plastic enclosure |
Applications
The Animal ID Microchip Hand Reader is suitable for routine animal identification in several environments:
- Veterinary clinics – check an animal’s implanted microchip ID during registration or examination.
- Animal shelters and rescues – identify incoming chipped animals and obtain the number needed for database checks.
- Animal control – scan lost or stray animals during field identification.
- Breeders and kennels– verify individual animal IDs for records and management.
- Pet travel and documentation – confirm the implanted identification number when required for animal documentation.
Animal ID Microchip Hand Reader FAQs
What does an animal microchip hand reader read?
It retrieves the unique identification number stored in a compatible implanted animal transponder.
What frequency does this reader use?
It operates at 134.2 kHz, commonly used for ISO 11784/11785 animal identification systems.
Does the reader display the owner’s information?
No. The reader displays the microchip ID. Owner or animal records are normally stored in a separate registration database or management system.
What affects microchip reading performance?
Performance can vary with the transponder type, implantation position, orientation, reader position, and surrounding environment.
Conclusion
The 134.2 kHz Animal ID Microchip Hand Reader provides a portable way to retrieve electronic identification numbers from compatible implanted animal transponders.
For projects using ISO 11784/11785 animal microchips, confirming the transponder protocol and required workflow before ordering helps ensure reader compatibility.