Times-7

is a high-tech company specializing in the design and manufacture of antennas. RAIN (UHF) RFID antennas are our speciality. Established in 2006, we have developed one of the largest product range of fixed RAIN RFID reader antennas.

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We Are Times-7!

“Times-7 focus is on RAIN Reader antennas. Our range of antennas address every application requirement and are highly reliable, have excellent RF properties, great aesthetics, and are lightweight and SlimLine™. We have global distribution through a network of partners and provide easy access to technical resources to assist with selection, configuration and support. Through continuous investment in R&D, we are creating innovative antenna solutions such as our veRFIDa!™ and the True NearField™ Series, designed to create a defined read zone that can locate difficult assets. Times-7 also offer customization and bespoke antenna development.”

Garry Lewis, Times-7

Garry Lewis

CEO

We are known for the quality and performance of our antennas. Times-7 customers appreciate our customer service and technical support, on top of our world-class products and expert Knowledge. Supporting a large global customer base and ensuring success of customer implementations is one of our top priorities.

Based in Lower Hutt New Zealand we export to all corners of the globe through our authorized network.

Our global expertise in RFID, and rigorous research and development have led to the creation of new and innovative technologies. Aside from designing, manufacturing, and exporting UHF RFID antennas, we also develop innovative RFID solutions.

At just 8-12mm in thickness, Times-7’s patented ultra thin RFID antenna range are significantly slimmer than any other antenna product on the market, opening up new opportunities to automate tracking of assets, and people and items.

The revolutionary SlimLine UHF RFID antenna range from Times-7 will lift the performance of any RFID system, putting you at the forefront of RFID antenna technology.

Stress tested and proven across diverse industry verticals from airport luggage tracking to intelligent shelving for real-time inventory, Times-7 SlimLine antennas are deployed around the world for reliable 24/7 operations. With their thin profile and inherent strength, SlimLine antennas can be installed in very tight spaces and in the most rugged environments.

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Products from Times-7

SlimLine A8065 Combo

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SlimLine A8065 Combo

The SlimLine A8065 Combo is a high performing and aesthetically pleasing Doorway RFID Portal Application with absolutely no compromises on spatial dimension offering a 360° reading coverage.

Its ultra-low profile and slim dimensions give it a snug fit into door frames, which makes the application particularly suitable for people/attendees tracking in conferences and other high foot traffic events. Mounted on the sides and the top of the door frame, the solution combines all three polarizations to achieve the best and densest reading range, regardless of tag orientation.

  • Dimensions: 700 x 88 x 10.5 mm
  • Frequency Range: 902-928MHz (FCC); 865-868MHz (ETSI)
  • Connector Type: SMA female side fly lead (300mm / 1‘)
  • 360° reading coverage regardless of tag orientation
  • Slim dimensions allow snug fit into door frames
  • For high foot traffic events

SlimLine A7030C Shelving Antenna

Antennas
  • SlimLine A7030C

    SlimLine A7030C

  • SlimLine A7030C

    Six A7030C antennas configured in an array, with flip side image of interconnecting feet.

  • SlimLine A7030C

Part of the SlimLine range of shelving antennas, the A7030C with its innovative ‘Array-Ability’ design offers a highly scalable and customised antenna solution for a wide range of RFID deployments.

At just 8.5 mm / 0.3 in. thick, the A7030C combines ultra-low profile and intelligent scalable design, with the performance of a circularly polarized UHF antenna. With a highly durable ABS radome and flexible easy mounting options, including the use of innovative ‘Array-Ability’ feet, the A7030C is ideal for existing shelving systems or embedding into smart cabinet systems, providing for retail item level tracking, tool tracking, real-time asset & inventory management – it’s quite simply the smartest antenna on the shelf.

  • Dimensions: 300 mm x 300 mm x 8.5 mm (11.5 mm / with feet) || 11.81″ x 11.81″ x 0.33″ (0.45″ / with feet)
  • Frequency Range: 902-928MHz (FCC); 865-868MHz (ETSI)
  • Connector Type: SMA female standard
  • Antenna Gain: 6dBi Circular

A5060 Circular High Gain RFID Antenna

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Times-7: A5060 Circular High Gain RFID Antenna

An exciting new addition to the SlimLine range of multi-purpose antennas, the A5060 is a circular polarized high gain antenna with an ultra-low profile, offering a read range of up to 10 m / 33 ft.

The A5060 is designed with a multi-element array to avoid distortion for maximum readability in a highly reflective and densely populated tag environment. This makes the A5060 ideal for industrial portal applications.

Its standard physical size (600 mm x 300 mm / 2’ x 1’) allows the A5060 to be readily mounted behind ceiling tiles, in cabinets or to cover large bench tops. The A5060 can be either flush mounted using the six integrated mounting holes or VESA mounted using the Times-7 Mounting Plate.

  • Environmental Rating: IP54
  • Weight: Net: 1.48 kg / 3.3 lbs, Gross: 1.79 kg / 3.9 lbs
  • Boxed unit dimensions: (L x W x D) 650 mm x 360 mm x 30 mm / 2.13’ x 1.18′ x 1.18′
  • Radome Material: Fire retardant ABS
  • High Gain, up to 10 m / 33 ft read range
  • Multi-element array, ideal for reflective environment

Applications:

  • Industrial Portal
  • Laundry Applications
  • Vehicle Tolling/Vehicle Access Control
  • Tool Tracking
  • Warehouse Shelving Application

George Mitchell, Business Development Manager at Times-7 presenting the Slimline A5020 Antenna Family at YouTube.

True NearField RFID Antenna Family

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Times-7: True NearField RFID Antenna Family

Presenting the Times-7 New True NearField Antenna Family: A1115, A1130, A1163

The new True NearField Antenna Series is explicitly designed for applications, which require “near zone only” tag detection or involve metals, liquid and other challenging materials.

With hardly any far-field components and no surface dead spots, the Times-7 True NearField antennas provide reliable tag reads within a very constricted read zone.

Thanks to the unique antenna design the True NearField antenna series offers three dimensions. From a compact 150 x 150 mm to a large 300 x 600 mm footprint. Furthermore, they are available in black or white.

All three antennas provide integrated mounting holes on the rear side, which can be drilled through for using mounting screws. In addition, each antenna is provided with an optional self-adhesive rubber feet kit to stop the antenna from slipping.

  • Radome Material: Fire retardant ABS (available in black and white, see order information
  • Environmental Rating: IP54
  • Operating Temperature: 0 to +50 °C / -30 to +50 °C
  • Storage Temperature: +32 to +122 °F / -22 to +122 °F
  • Frequency Range: 865 – 867 MHz, 902 – 928 MHz

Applications:

  • Metal & Liquids
  • POS
  • Shelving

George Mitchell, Business Development Manager at Times-7 presenting the Slimline A5020 Antenna Family at YouTube.

Slimline A5020 RFID Antenna Family

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  • Times-7: Slimline A5020 RFID Antenna Family
  • Times-7: Slimline A5020 Antenna Family front view

    front view

  • Times-7: Slimline A5020 Antenna Family

Our A5020 antennas are a SlimLine™ multipurpose series consisting of the Circular Polarized, Near Field and our new models, the Mid-Range and Linear Extreme antenna. The Times-7 team is excited to bring you this range of antennas and work with you to make your implementations successful.

  • SlimLine A5020 Circular Polarized Antenna
  • A5020 Near Field/Short Range UHF RFID Antenna
  • SlimLine A5020 Mid Range Antenna
  • SlimLine A5020 Linear Extreme Antenna
  • Compact size for non-obstructive operation.
  • Flexible and easy mounting options.
  • High ingress protection for dirty and wet environments.
  • Suitable for different environmental conditions.
  • Easy to store and transport.

Near Field:

  • Direct contact reads
  • Tap ‘n Go and touch applications

Mid Range:

  • Kiosk / Self Check Out / POS
  • Cabinetry and Shelves

Multi-Purpose:

  • Retail
  • Waste Management

Extreme Environments:

  • Deep Freezer (-90 °C)
  • Food, Meat and Chemical Manufacturing Processes

Jos Kunnen, CTO/Director at Times-7 presenting the Slimline A5020 Antenna Family on YouTube.

Slimline A5010 Circular Polarized RFID Antenna

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  • Times-7: Slimline A5010 Circular Polarized RFID Antenna
  • Times-7: Slimline A5010 Circular Polarized Antenna side view

    side view

  • Times-7: Slimline A5010 Circular Polarized Antenna rear view

    rear view

The Times-7 industry-leading ultra-low profile design is now available in a compact 250 mm / 10 inch square footprint. IP67 rated for permanent outdoor use and built to Times-7’s high standard for quality and robustness, the circularly polarized A5010 creates a new benchmark for multi-purpose UHF RFID antennas.

  • Up to 8 m / 29 ft. read range
  • Just 14 mm / 0.55 in. thick High performance & rugged design
  • IP67 rating for permanent outdoor use and industrial applications

Applications:

  • Medical & Pharmaceutical
  • Retail
  • Warehousing

George Mitchell, Business Development Manager at Times-7 presenting the Slimline A5010 Circular Polarized RFID Antenna on YouTube.

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Zaina Shareef, Times-7

Zaina Shareef

Sales and Marketing Manager

Jos Kunnen, Times-7

Jos Kunnen

CTO/Director

George Mitchell, Times-7

George Mitchell

Business Development Manager

Garry Lewis, Times-7

Garry Lewis

CEO

Daniel Eisen, Times-7

Daniel Eisen

RFID Engineer

Daniel Toomey, Times-7

Daniel Toomey

Customer Success and Sales Support Specialist

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