UA-7.5x16-3M Critter Tracker Antenna
The standard 7.5" x 16" antenna for the Critter Tracker (USX-1600). Also compatible with the URC-500. The most popular home cage monitoring antenna for high power readers.
- Single housing
- 8-10" read range
- High power
The standard antenna for Critter Tracker
The UA-7.5x16-3M is the standard cage antenna for Critter Tracker (USX-1600). A single antenna covers the entire cage for a singly housed animal.
- Animal ID and temperature Collect these readings through the Critter Tracker system.
- Individual cage antennas The USX-1600 supports up to 16 antennas in one setup.
- Plan the full system Critter Tracker requires DataCollector to run.
UA-7.5x16-3M at a Glance
Standard or Custom Antenna
The USX-1600 & URC-500 product lines have standard antennas available. Upon request, custom antennas can be designed up to 30" x 30".
Compatible readers and software
Explore Critter Tracker, the URC-500, and DataCollector software.
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Home cage monitoringCritter Tracker (USX-1600)
- Single housing
- Up to 16 antennas
- ID + temperature
Animal ID and temperature for singly housed mice, rats, squirrels, and other animals. Up to 16 antennas, with custom sizes up to 30 inches square.
View Critter Tracker -
High Power DesktopURC-500 High Power Console Reader
- High Power
- 8"+ Read Range
Our highest power option for rugged deployments and high read range requirements.
View URC-500 -
Research data collection softwareDataCollector
- Continuous logging
- Direct-to-CSV
Automated scan capture for reader-driven studies. Connects to UID readers over USB, serial, or TCP. Logs timestamped ID and temperature reads to the session. Writes to a rolling CSV ready for analysis.
View DataCollector
Antenna Questions
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Which system does this antenna work with?
Critter Tracker (USX-1600), URC-500-1, and URC-500-4. The USX-1600 supports up to 16 individual antennas for a single-housing setup.
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What size is the standard antenna?
7.5" x 16". The UA-7.5x16-3M is the standard antenna for the Critter Tracker (USX-1600).
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Can I order a different antenna size?
Yes. Separate custom antennas are available for the USX-1600 in sizes up to 30" x 30". Share your cage dimensions with us to plan the appropriate antenna.
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Does the antenna track location within the cage?
No. One antenna covers the entire cage. Critter Tracker records the singly housed animal's ID and temperature without resolving its location within the cage.
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What software does the complete system need?
DataCollector. The USX-1600 requires DataCollector to run with the connected cage antennas.
Need an Antenna for Your Cage Setup?
Tell us your cage dimensions and species. We'll help you choose a standard antenna or spec a custom size for your Critter Tracker system.