ARC-L Desktop - ARCHITECT® 13.56 MHZ LEGIC® Advant

The Architect^® ARC-L desk is a secure MIFARE Plus^®/ DESFire^® EV1 desktop reader / enroller. It is well suited for all your high security desktop and identification applications. By implementing the best STid security levels, this reader ensures confidentiality and integrity of all the communications.

The most awarded access control reader around the world

The perfect blend of

high security and scalability

The perfect blend of high security and scalability


STid provide smart software tools to stay in control of your security. SEGIC allows the user, the installer or the integrator to realize easily secure programming access readers.		Readers are compatible with the latest generation of open protocol SSCP (STid Secure Common Protocol). This protocol recommended by ANSSI uses data encryption (AES) and two-way “reader-controller” authentication to ensure security before any communication is allowed between the reader and the management system.

STid provide smart software tools to stay in control of your security. SEGIC allows the user, the installer or the integrator to realize easily secure programming access readers.

Readers are compatible with the latest generation of open protocol SSCP (STid Secure Common Protocol). This protocol recommended by ANSSI uses data encryption (AES) and two-way “reader-controller” authentication to ensure security before any communication is allowed between the reader and the management system.

Welcome to high security

STid is the first RFID manufacturer to have received First Level Security Certification (CSPN). It’s a recognition of our unique know-how, the technological and security expertise that are implemented in your access architecture, whether new or existing.

ARC-L-DESK reader use the latest LEGIC^® contactless chip technologies with new data security mechanisms. All public encryption algorithms can be used (3DES, AES, RSA, SHA, etc.), which are recommended by official data security agencies (such as the French national agency ANSSI).

Standing the test of time

Design to push the boundaries, the ARC-L-DESK reader design has been developed to withstand harsh environments, to operate outside (IP65 level) and to offer a high vandal proof resistance (IK10).

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Let your imagination flow

A signature reflects personal style choices. The design of Architect^® readers is immediately recognizable, with a dynamic and elegant style, featuring clean, pure lines. STid offers a range of customization options to tailor your reader to your corporate identity and integrate it fully into its installation environment.

A spectacular experience

"Skin effect" new customization technology

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Data sheet

Frequency: 13.56 MHz
Standards: 13.56 MHz - ISO14443A, ISO15693, LEGIC® RF / Certification : CE (Europe) & RoHS
Chip: LEGIC® Advant & Prime, CSN of MIFARE® Ultralight® & Ultralight® C, MIFARE® Classic & Classic EV1, MIFARE Plus® (S/X) & Plus® EV1, MIFARE® DESFire® 256, EV1 & EV2, SMART MX, PicoPass®, iCLASS™*, iCode (ISO15693), Inside chips
Functions: Read only: CSN or private ID (sector/file) / Read- Write (SSCP)
Interfaces: USB - Unidirectional or bidirectional (SSCP) communication
Reading distances: 0 - 8 cm
Power supply: USB cable 1,5m
Material: ABS-PC-UL-V0 (black) / ASA-PC-UL-V0 UV (white)
Color: Black or White – Many shell customization possibilities
Dimensions (h x w x d): 106,64 x 80 x 25,70 mm / 4.21’’ x 3.15‘’ x 1.02’’
Operating temperatures: - 20°C à + 70°C
Protection: Reinforced vandal proof structure IK10
Resistance: IP65 level (excluding connectors) - Weather-resistant with waterproof electronics (Certification CEI NF EN 61086) / Humidity: 0 - 95%