URH-1L
The URH-1L is a medium-range handheld scanning device designed to read encoded data from all UID microchips. Its wireless design is useful in lab environments where mobility is needed. This handheld reader can also connect to a PC via USB, or over Bluetooth with the Bluetooth dongle.
- 4–5 cm read range
- Continuous or single-scan
- USB or Bluetooth
Everything in One Handheld Unit
The URH-1L has two different scanning modes: continuous mode for scanning several microchips in a sequence, and individual mode for scanning a single microchip with the press of a button. When connected to a PC via USB or Bluetooth with our Bluetooth dongle, the reader can put read data into whatever field you have selected in your software or LIMS. A built-in small screen on the reader lets you view the data as it's read from the microchip.
- Read range — 4–5 cm, medium range.
- Two scan modes — continuous keeps the antenna live for back-to-back reads; single-scan pulls one read at a time.
- Reads the encoded data — the characters programmed onto the microchip come back alongside its permanent ID.
- On-unit display — the reading shows on the reader's own screen, so it works with no PC attached.
- Keyboard mode — over USB or Bluetooth, each read types into whichever field has focus: LIMS, ELN, or a spreadsheet.
Specifications
The Kit, and the Case That Protects It
The URH-1L ships as a working kit: reader, battery, and charger. Pricing is quoted; add what you need and we'll come back with numbers.
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Most popular
URH-1L Kit
Reader, battery, charger
- URH-1L handheld reader
- Li-ion rechargeable battery 3.7 V, integrated
- UBC-i2 charger Required
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Protective Case
URH-CASE
- Soft silicone case Fits the URH 1-series
- Four colors Black, red, blue, orange
You'll Likely Also Need
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AccessoryHandheld Reader Case
- Silicone
- URH-1
Soft silicone case for any URH-1 handheld reader to protect it from accidental drops.
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ChargerLi-Ion Battery Charger
- 4 slots
- Li-Ion
- URH-1
4-slot smart charger for the rechargeable batteries used in URH-1 series handheld readers.
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All SpeciesUC-2112 Implantable Programmable Microchip
- Unique ID
- 12.5G
2.1 × 13 mm in a 12.5G cannula. The standard chip for rats and larger species.
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CaseHandheld Reader Hard Case
- Hard shell
- Foam lined
Foam-lined hard-shell case for carrying a UID handheld reader and the chips that go with it. Twin latches and a molded handle.
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Common Questions
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When should I pick the URH-1L over the URH-1HP?
Read range is the main difference. The URH-1HP reads at 5.5–7.1 cm using a separate round antenna head; the URH-1L reads at 4–5 cm from a single flat body. Pick the URH-1L for the more compact unit, or the URH-1HP when you need the extra read range.
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Does continuous mode drain the battery faster?
Yes. Continuous mode keeps the antenna powered between reads, so battery life is shorter than in single-scan mode. For long census sessions at a fixed station, run the reader on AC power instead. The option is built in.
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Can it program microchips?
No. The URH-1L is a read-only handheld. Programming requires a UBS-200L base station or a UPS-60 provisioning station paired with UID's PiSuite Provisioning Software.
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How does data get into our LIMS?
Over USB or Bluetooth, the reader presents as an HID keyboard, and the read drops into whichever field has focus, the same way a barcode scanner types. That covers LIMS, ELN, Excel, and most lab software with no driver install.
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What charger and batteries does it use?
The URH-1L runs on an integrated 3.7 V rechargeable Li-ion battery and requires the UBC-i2 charger. Sites rotating batteries across several URH 1-series readers use the 4-channel UBC-i4 charger; replacement batteries are available as a separate SKU.
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What species is it recommended for?
Rodents: mice, rats, hamsters, and rabbits, with subcutaneous placement for all species and intraperitoneal for mice and rats.
Need More Read Range?
The URH-1L covers rodent work at 4–5 cm from a single compact body. If you need more standoff distance, the URH-1HP reaches 5.5–7.1 cm with a separate round antenna head.