rf IDEAS Universal Software Developer Kit

Integrate card reading capabilities directly into your applications, without wrestling with low-level reader communication or juggling multiple interfaces. The rf IDEAS Universal Software Developer Kit (SDK) provides a unified API that works across all rf IDEAS SDK readers, 48+ card technologies, and every major connection method including USB, RS-232, and network. With ready-to-use sample code in C++, C#, Java, Python, and JavaScript, your team can go from setup to working integration fast, whether you're building on Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, Raspberry Pi OS, or Chromium. A single integration point means less code to maintain, fewer compatibility headaches, and full control over reader configuration and data output, so you can focus on your application logic instead of hardware complexity.

A single, unified API replaces the need to manage separate interfaces for different reader types, card formats, and connection methods — dramatically reducing integration complexity. With support for 48+ card technologies and cross-platform deployment from embedded controllers to enterprise workstations, the rf IDEAS Universal SDK future-proofs your investment and eliminates hardware constraints on your development strategy.

• Unified API: Single integration point for USB, RS-232, and network-connected rf IDEAS readers
• Cross-Platform Support: Deploy on Windows, Linux, macOS (Apple Silicon), Android, Raspberry Pi OS, and Chromium
• 48+ Card Technologies: Supports HID™, Indala, EM, Keri, Kantech, AWID, Farpointe, and many more
• Extensive Sample Code: Ready-to-use examples in C++, C#, Java, Python, and JavaScript
• Complete Reader Compatibility: Works with all rf IDEAS SDK readers such as the rf IDEAS WAVE ID Plus Surface Mount SDK LF/HF RFID Reader
• No Hardware Expertise Required: SDK handles low-level reader communication so developers focus on app logic
• Future-Proof Flexibility: Avoid vendor lock-in with broad credential support as organizations migrate systems
• Deploy on Any Device: Add card reading to kiosks, PLC controllers, printers, and embedded systems
• Ideal For: Enterprise security, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, logistics, and education applications

• rf IDEAS WAVE ID® Nano SDK LF RFID Reader
• rf IDEAS WAVE ID® Plus Surface Mount SDK LF/HF RFID Reader