// TransCore® MPRX / WAYSIDE RFID

MPRX Four Port.
Wayside rail identification.

A rugged TransCore® RFID reader for wayside automatic identification of locomotives, railcars and rail assets. Sentinel supplies and supports the product for rail applications.

Authorised TransCore DistributorAustralian supply and support
TransCore MPRX Four Port Wayside RFID Reader
// Product identification

TransCore MPRX Four Port Wayside RFID Reader

Model 10-7210-001

The Four Port configuration is designed for wayside rail applications where multiple antenna connections are required. Use it as part of an automatic equipment identification or asset identification architecture.

  • Four multiplexed antenna ports for wayside applications
  • Reads major UHF RFID tag formats used in rail applications
  • Super eGo® (SeGo), eGo (ISO 18000-6B), ATA and IAG support
  • Ethernet, RS-422 and RS-232 communications
  • Rugged enclosure for demanding wayside environments
// Technical specifications

Specification at a glance.

Verify final specifications against the applicable TransCore documentation and project requirements before procurement.

Model10-7210-001
ApplicationWayside rail
Antenna ports4 (multiplexed)
Frequency902–928 MHz (fixed)
ProtocolsATA (ISO 10374), Super eGo® (SeGo), eGo (ISO 18000-6B), IAG
CommunicationsEthernet (10/100), RS-422, RS-232
Input power+12–110 VDC (wayside)
RF output power17–32 dBm (adjustable in 1 dB steps)
EnclosureIP65/67 rated with appropriate connectors
Operating temperature−40°C to +70°C
Dimensions (L×W×H)33 × 7.62 × 6.32 cm (13 × 5 × 2.49 in)
Weight2.6 kg (5.7 lb)
Typical read range3.7–5.2 m (12–17 ft)*
AU complianceACMA-compliant firmware available†

†ACMA compliance is a firmware configuration confirmed at time of order, not a fixed property of the hardware.

// Common applications

Where wayside RFID can fit

01 / YARD

Railcar & locomotive ID

Automate identification as rail vehicles pass a wayside reader point.

02 / DEPOT

Maintenance & fuel tracks

Support controlled facility workflows with automatic asset identification.

03 / INTERMODAL

Intermodal operations

Use wayside identification as part of intermodal and yard asset workflows.

// FAQ

Questions about the Four Port MPRX?

What is the MPRX Four Port used for?

It is intended for wayside rail applications and supports up to four multiplexed antenna connections.

What model is the Four Port MPRX?

The Sentinel product page identifies the TransCore MPRX Four Port Wayside RFID Reader as model 10-7210-001.

Can Sentinel help specify a wayside RFID installation?

Yes. Sentinel can help scope the reader and application requirements around the intended trackside installation and wider identification workflow.

// Specify the application

Need help selecting the right MPRX configuration?

Tell us whether the requirement is onboard, wayside or part of a wider rail integration and we'll help you work through the application.