Chainway MC51 5G Handheld Terminal with Built-in RFID Reader

The Chainway MC51 is a 5G high-performance, large-screen handheld terminal featuring a self-developed UHF RFID reader module based on the Impinj E510 chip, supporting Impinj Gen2X and delivering superior reading capabilities. Built with advanced technology, it includes a powerful processor, a 6-inch HD display, and exceptional 5G and Wi-Fi 6E connectivity, providing frontline workers with a high-performance mobile office solution. The device also supports multiple data collection functions, including barcode scanning, RFID, and NFC, making it ideal for retail, warehouse sorting, power inspections, fixed asset management, and other industrial applications.

Key Features

5G Connectivity
Android 14 Operating System
Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth 5.2
Built-in UHF RFID Reader (Impinj E510)
1D and 2D Barcode Scanning (Optional)
6-inch HD Display
Rugged Design (IP67, MIL-STD-810H)
5000mAh Removable Battery with QC3.0

Specifications

Physical Characteristics

Dimensions: 161.0 x 77.8 x 15.5mm (Thickest Part: 29.2mm) / 6.34 x 3.06 x 0.61 in (Thickest Part: 1.15 in.)
Weight: 323g / 11.39oz. (device with battery)
Keypad: Power key, 2 scan keys, volume (+/-) keys, 1 multifunctional key
Battery: 5000mAh removable main battery, supports QC3.0 and RTC; Supports Battery Management System; Hot swap battery backup
Display: 6-inch high definition display (18:9), 1440 x 720
Touch Panel: Corning Gorilla Glass, multi-touch panel, gloves and wet hands supported
Sensors: G-sensor, proximity sensor, light sensor, geomagnetic sensor, gyroscope
Notification: Sound, LED indicator, vibrator
Audio: 2 microphones (1 for noise cancellation); 1 speaker; 1 receiver
Card Slot: 1 for SIM card, 1 for SIM or TF card, Supports eSIM (optional)
Interfaces: USB Type-C, USB 3.1, OTG

Performance

CPU: Qualcomm Octa-core, 2.4GHz
RAM+ROM: UFS: 4GB + 64GB / 6GB + 128GB (optional) / 8GB + 128GB (optional) / 8GB + 256GB (optional)
Expansion: Supports up to 256GB TF card (Supports Extreme Micro SD Card 512GB)

Developing Environment

Operating System: Android 14
SDK: Chainway Software Development Kit
Language: Java
Tool: Eclipse / Android Studio

User Environment

Operating Temp: -20°C to +50°C / -4°F to 122°F
Storage Temp: -40°C to +70°C / -40°F to 158°F
Humidity: 5% RH - 95% RH non-condensing
Drop Specification: Multiple 1.5m / 4.92ft. drops to concrete across the operating temperature range (MIL-STD-810H certified by SGS)
Tumble Specification: 1000 x 0.5m / 1.64ft. falls at room temperature
Sealing: IP67 per IEC sealing specifications
ESD: ±15 KV air discharge, ±8 KV conductive discharge

Communication

WLAN

Support 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax-6E, 2.4G/5G dual-band, IPv4, IPv6; 2x2 MIMO antennas
Fast roaming: PMKID caching, 802.11r, OKC
Operating Channels: 2.4G (channel 1~13), 5G (channels depend on local regulations)
Security and Encryption: WEP, WPA/WPA2-PSK (TKIP and AES), WAPI-PSK, EAP-TTLS, EAP-TLS, PEAP-MSCHAPv2, PEAP-LTS, PEAP-GTC, WPA3-Enterprise, WPA3-Enhanced Open, WPA3 Easy Connect, WPA3-Personal, etc.

WWAN

America: 2G: GSM/EDGE/GPRS (850/1900); 3G: WCDMA (B2/B4/B5); 4G: FDD-LTE B2/B4/B5/B7/B12/B13/B25/B26/B28; TDD-LTE B38/B41; 5G: N2/N3/N5/N7/N12/N13/N25/N26/N28/N38/N41/N77/N78
Europe, Asia: 2G: GSM / EDGE / GPRS (850/900/1800); 3G: WCDMA (B1/B5/B8); 4G: FDD-LTE (B1/B3/B5/B7/B8/B20/B28A/B28B); TDD-LTE (B34/B38/B39/B40/B41); 5G: N1/N3/N5/N7/N8/N20/N28/N38/N40/N41/N77/N78/N79

Other Wireless

Vo-LTE: Support Vo-LTE HD video voice call
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.2
GNSS: GPS/AGPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, internal antenna

Data Collection

Camera

Rear Camera: 16MP Autofocus with flash
Front Camera: 5MP

UHF RFID

Engine: CM-5N module based on Impinj E510
Frequency: 865-868 MHz / 920-925 MHz / 902-928 MHz
Protocol: Impinj Gen2X Supported, EPC C1 GEN2 / ISO18000-6C
Antenna: Circular Polarized Antenna
Power: +5dBm to +30dBm adjustable
Fastest Read Rate: 750+ tags/sec
Max Read Range: 5m
Note: Ranges are measured in the open outdoors and low interference environment, and rate is measured in a laboratory low interference environment; they are affected by tags and environment. Built-in UHF version does not support pistol grip.

Barcode Scanning (Optional)

2D Scanner: Zebra: SE4710; SE55; CM60
1D Symbologies: UPC/EAN, Code128, Code39, Code93, Code11, Interleaved 2 of 5, Discrete 2 of 5, Chinese 2 of 5, Codabar, MSI, RSS, etc.
2D Symbologies: PDF417, MicroPDF417, Composite, RSS, TLC-39, Datamatrix, QR code, Micro QR code, Aztec, MaxiCode; Postal Codes: US PostNet, US Planet, UK Postal, Australian Postal, Japan Postal, Dutch Postal (KIX), etc.

Optional Accessories

USB Cable
Adapter
Charging Cradle
See details in accessory guide.

Notice

Product specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

Model: MC51 Built-in RFID Reader / Update Date: 2025-08-08

Contact Information

Shenzhen Chainway Information Technology Co., Ltd

Address: 9F, Building2, Phase 2, Gaoxinqi Industrial Park, Liuxian 1st Rd., Bao'an District, Shenzhen, Guangdong 518102, China

Tel: 0086-755-23223316

Fax: 0086-755-23223310

Email: sales@chainway.cn

Web: http://www.chainway.net

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