The BT953 is a stylish standard footprint mullion migration reader. Able to integrate seamlessly with existing systems and facilitate migrating from a 125kHz (PSK) card base to higher security technology such as MIFARE DESFire. The low profile and slimline shape allow for easy installation on door architraves or mullions where larger readers do not fit. It can be mounted directly on a metal door frame with no adverse effect on the reader's function. In addition, the BT953 is available in a range of secure options right up to military grade technology and encryption. It provides a flexible solution through customisation to suit all access control requirements.
Available with MIFARE Classic and DESFire and PSK 125kHz proximity cards for contactless smart card technology. The BQT Solution's suite of MIFARE Classic & DESFire readers and smart cards opens the gateway to multiple security applications, including access control and biometric authentication. Additionally, the BT953 can read multiple card types making it ideal for companies looking to slowly upgrade their access control system to a more secure credential.
Working with your current system, the BT953 offers flexible access control, with the option to use Wiegand, OSDP or Encrypted RS485 access data output. The BT953 additional benefits of being cost-effective and easy to wire and deploy across your sites where different levels of encryption are needed for secure access control.
Its sleek casing offers a robust exterior designed to withstand tampering and maintain integrity during a security threat or incident. Built to withstand common reader threats, including excessive force from a hammer or heavy tool, the BT953 will continue to operate and secure access even after being damaged.
Encrypted securely onto the card, fingerprints are stored as an encrypted template file, unable to be duplicated or used anywhere else, and is impossible to convert back into a fingerprint image. The file is used to confirm the user's identity but is never stored on the reader or any backend database. Instead, the data is only stored on the user's access card, meaning only the user has physical control over the template.
Security threats aren't always captured on camera and pose a real risk to unauthorised access. We know the peace of mind many organisations need when it comes to alerting them to security threats and the BT953 offers a tamper monitor that will alert the security team if there has been a breach attempt at one of the readers.
The BT953 uses power when needed but goes into a standby mode when not in use. Low power paired with high-security access control makes the BT953 reader a preferred product choice for many industry leaders by offering an eco-friendly and economical, yet secure solution.
Voltage at Reader 8VDC to 16VDC
Current Usage Average: 120mA, Peak: 300mA
Card Read Range 20mm to 40mm (0.8” to 1.6”)
Operating Temperature -25°C to +65°C (-13°F to +149°F)
Relative Humidity (% max) 90%, operating noncondensing
Reader Dimensions 119mm (4.69”) X 43mm (1.69”) X 23mm (0.91”)
Materials Reader / Shroud Body: ABS Plastic, Colour Finish: Charcoal
Feedback Green/Red LED, with external control Buzzer, with external control Tamper detection, optional output
Credential Options 125kHz (PSK), ISO14443A, MIFARE Classic® 1K/4K, MIFARE Plus® X 2K/4K, MIFARE® DESFire® EV1 4K/8K, MIFARE® DESFire® EV2 4K/8K, MIFARE® DESFire® EV3 4K/8K
Compliance and Certification FCC, CE, UKCA, RCM, RoHS, IP65
| Name | Application | Output Protocols | Operating Temperature | Reader Dimensions | Power Usage |
| BM680 | Sites that are cost sensitive yet still require high security | Wiegand, OSDP, RS485 | -25°C to +65°C (-13°F to +149°F) | 85mm (3.35”) X 43mm (1.69”) X 22mm (0.87”) | 8VDC to 16VDC, 60mA (Average), 160mA (Peak) |
| BT930 | Existing sites looking to upgrade the technology within the same architrave footprint | Wiegand, OSDP, RS485 | -25°C to +65°C (-13°F to +149°F) | 140mm (5.51”) X 47mm (1.85”) X 24mm (0.94”) | 8VDC to 16VDC, 60mA (Average), 160mA (Peak) |
| BT950 | Installations that require a robust standard form architrave reader | Wiegand, OSDP, RS485 | -25°C to +65°C (-13°F to +149°F) | 119mm (4.69”) X 43mm (1.69”) X 23mm (0.91”) | 8VDC to 16VDC, 80mA (Average), 160mA (Peak) |
| BT951 | Any site wanting to migrate from 125KHz (FSK) to MIFARE security | Wiegand, OSDP, RS485 | -25°C to +65°C (-13°F to +149°F) | 119mm (4.69”) X 43mm (1.69”) X 23mm (0.91”) | 8VDC to 16VDC, 120mA (Average), 300mA (Peak) |
| BT953 | Any site wanting to migrate from 125KHz (PSK) to MIFARE security | Wiegand, OSDP, RS485 | -25°C to +65°C (-13°F to +149°F) | 119mm (4.69”) X 43mm (1.69”) X 23mm (0.91”) | 8VDC to 16VDC, 120mA (Average), 300mA (Peak) |
| BT815 | Sites needing a standard form gang box reader | Wiegand, OSDP, RS485 | -25°C to +65°C (-13°F to +149°F) | 90mm (3.54”) X 90mm (3.54”) X 20mm (0.79”) | 8VDC to 16VDC, 60mA (Average), 160mA (Peak) |
| BT817 | Sites requiring dual factor authentication or cardless access | Wiegand, OSDP, RS486 | -25°C to +65°C (-13°F to +149°F) | 90mm (3.54”) X 90mm (3.54”) X 28mm (1.10”) | 8VDC to 16VDC, 90mA (Average), 190mA (Peak) |
| BT853 | Sites requiring dual factor authentication or cardless access and on device feedback | Wiegand, OSDP, RS487 | -25°C to +65°C (-13°F to +149°F) | 157mm (6.18”) X 97mm (3.82”) X 50mm (1.97”) | 8VDC to 16VDC, 90mA (Average), 190mA (Peak) |
| BT51X | Installations requiring a discrete yet secure device, ideal for Hospitals and Prisons | Wiegand, OSDP, RS488 | -25°C to +65°C (-13°F to +149°F) | Variable, to suit | 8VDC to 16VDC, 180mA (Average), 240mA (Peak) |
