ZKTeco ZK-8500 Fingerprint and Card Encoder

The ZKTeco ZK-8500 is a versatile USB-based fingerprint and card encoder designed to streamline user registration for biometric and RFID-based access control systems. This compact device captures high-resolution fingerprint images using an optical sensor with a 500 DPI resolution and offers clear, detailed images at 256 x 360 pixels. In addition to fingerprint authentication, the ZK-8500 supports 125 kHz EM-ID cards, making it an ideal solution for environments that require both fingerprint and card-based identification.

The device's USB 2.0 interface allows for seamless data transfer to compatible systems, ensuring easy integration into existing access control setups. It is designed for use in Windows environments (compatible with Windows XP, 7, 8, and 10), which provides flexibility for businesses of varying sizes. The ZK-8500 operates in a temperature range of 0°C to 45°C and has a humidity tolerance of 20% to 80%, making it suitable for various operational conditions.

Weighing only 160g and with compact dimensions (118mm x 98mm x 22mm), the device is both lightweight and space-efficient, making it ideal for deployment in areas with limited space. Its combination of fingerprint and RFID card functionality, along with easy setup via USB, makes the ZK-8500 a reliable choice for managing access control and time attendance needs in diverse security environments​