Readers

The readers that Shearwell Data Ltd supply are ISO compliant, they will read both technologies available on the market - HDX and FDX B. Readers are linked to the Handheld Stock Recorder for automatic data capture. The reader activates the microchip, which sends its unique number back to the reader. Once the initial link is made between the tag number of the animal and the chip number, the Stock Recorder will display the official tag number of the animal whenever the chip is read.

Our race reader is robust and fully portable. For those with both sheep and cattle this is ideal. Our reader will read a bolus up to 130cm away and complies with ISO standards. Allows fast and efficient reading of any animal identified with an EID device.

The handheld readers are ideal for use in situations where a race would not be appropriate, such as lambing, calving and the initial logging on of devices. These handhelds can also be used for reading microchip implants, and complies with ISO standards.

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Shearwell Data Stick Reader - SDL 400

The SDL 400 is designed for use in harsh environments. The Bluetooth connection removes the need for wires, making it easy to use. The EID number can be sent directly to a PDA or computer using wireless connection, or stored internally for later download to the office PC if necessary. The reader takes standard or rechargeable AA batteries, which can be easily changed in the field if necessary.

Read Range

The SDL 400 is available in a range of lengths from 45cm to 80cm, combined with a reading range of around 20cm, it's possible to read animals up to a metre from your hand. Read distance will depend on the type of RF device being used, but typically it will be read if it's up to 20cm of the stick reader.

Data Exchange

EID numbers can be transferred directly to PDAs or other data recorders via Bluetooth, such as our Stock Recorder Pro

The SDL 400 also has built in memory, so that it can be used for creating 'management groups' by reading and storing the EID of all animals in a group. These groups can then have 'movements' or 'treatments' recorded for them as a block using FarmWorks by Shearwell Data.

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Integrated Shearwell Reader - SDL300i

The Stock Recorder Pro is available with an Integrated Reader - The SDL300i.

This reader is fully compatible with the ISO standard 11784/5 and thus reads both HDX and FDX-B transponders (electronic ear tags, boluses and implants). It has a read range of 20cm.

Its use with the Stock Recorder Pro, ensures that data is captured easily and for those wishing to read transponders using a handheld reader it allows information to be collected using only one hand. It is especially useful when recording births or one off events such as movements and treatments when it is impractical to pass the animal through a race to read it with the SDL130 Race Reader. A hand strap can be fitted to the Stock Recorder Pro to prevent the unit being dropped accidentally.

The combination of the Integrated Reader and the Stock Recorder Pro offers convenient data collection with the flexibility of Bluetooth connection to link to other Bluetooth units such as weigh heads.

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Race Reader - SDL130

The SDL130 Intelligent Reader has been designed for reading microchips that are housed in ear tags, boluses or implants. It is a dual technology (HDX / FDX B) reader featuring a read range over 130cm. Its ability to read both technologies at equal strength is unparalleled.

In practical terms the reader can be used in many situations, it is mobile so can be transported as necessary and can be used with all livestock, pets and indeed fish.

The Intelligent Reader additionally has an advanced synchronisation facility to allow the use of multiple readers in close proximity, a must in a commercial environment such as an abattoir or market where thousands of animals may pass through in one day.

The SDL130 reader is linked to the handheld Stock Recorder for automatic data capture. Our system offers the commercial farmer a hands free solution that is fast & efficient. The data can be transmitted to our Farm Management Software for greater analysis. Our SDL130 Intelligent Reader is fully certified to ISO 11785 and to read chips certified to ISO 11784

Specification
Power requirements	Mains Power 240V AC or Battery Power 12 V DC
Interface	Full duplex RS232 @ 19,200 baud
Frequency	134.2KHz
Transponder	HDX compatible (ISO 11784/5) and FDX-B compatible (ISO 11784/5)
Read Indication	LED and customer connection
Weight	4.85 Kg
Operating Temperature	-5C to 35C