Ubiquiti UniFi Access Reader Lite (UA-READER LITE)

The Ubiquiti UniFi Access Reader Lite is a highly compact, low-profile access control terminal engineered for clean physical integration into modern building security networks. Finished in an elegant silver casing, this entry scanner bridges secure doorways with digital access logs, allowing businesses to roll out modern contactless badges, key fobs, and smartphone entry methods across the workplace.

Operating as a native, single-wire component of the broader UniFi Access hardware ecosystem, the reader provides rapid, sub-second credentials verification for staff entries, warehouse boundaries, or office blocks.

Secure Token & Mobile Unlock Framework

The UA-READER LITE is equipped with an advanced high-frequency scanning block integrated with an internal hardware security element chip to protect transmission strings against skimming or digital intercept tampering:

• Encrypted NFC Proximity Scanning: Operates on the 13.56 MHz frequency band to instantly validate encrypted physical staff badges, standard key fobs, and custom tokens from less than 30 mm away.

• Mobile Phone Identity Handshake: Authorised team members can bypass physical keycards entirely, unlocking entry points securely via the UniFi Identity smartphone app using the reader’s integrated Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE 4.1) radio link.

• Visual Status Communication: Features a clean, integrated front LED indicator that shifts between white and blue to provide immediate physical confirmation of successful entry validations or system standby modes.

Card Standard Compatibility Matrix

The reader's internal processing chip is fully compliant with global industrial proximity protocols and supports advanced high-encryption credentials:

Single-Cable Integration: The UA-READER LITE requires no local low-voltage electrical transformers or dedicated mains sockets at the door line. It connects back to your centralized UniFi Access Hub using a single standard Category 5e (or better) copper Ethernet line. Both data traffic and operational power are delivered directly down the line, drawing an exceptionally low maximum of just 6 Watts via Power over Ethernet (PoE).

Architectural Layout & Environmental Ratings

• IP54 Weatherproofing Bounds: Designed to be installed either indoors or outdoors under a protective roof eave or canopy. The polycarbonate casing blocks ingress from floating corridor dust and light directional water splashes across temperatures from -20°C up to 40°C.

• Ultra-Slim Mullion Profile: The narrow physical frame is purposely engineered to mount flush onto standard metal door frames, structural glass mullions, or restrictive brick pillars where a full-sized display reader cannot fit.

• Compliance Certification: Built to industrial standards, featuring complete UL 294 Level I structural security ratings and full compliance with standard commercial health and safety regulations.

Technical Specifications

• Dimensions: 94.9 mm x 40.0 mm x 31.1 mm

• Weight: 67 grams

• Enclosure Material: Industrial-grade polycarbonate

• Network Interface: 1 x 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Data Terminal Port

• Power Method: 44–57V DC Power over Ethernet (PoE)

• Maximum Power Draw: 6W

• Operating Humidity Window: 5% to 90% Non-condensing

• Software Deployment Minimum: UniFi Access Application (Version 1.5.9 or later)

Box Contents

• Ubiquiti UniFi Access Reader Lite (Silver Chassis)

• Wall Flush Mount Bracket plate

• Standard Single-Gang Wall Box Installation Kit

• Security Screws Assembly Fastener Pack