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Still relying on passwords, keys, or shared access?

Simplify access control without redesigning your system.

Designed to connect easily to PLC- and HMI-based industrial systems.

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Solutions aligned with your operational priorities

Whether you’re managing machine access, improving traceability, or reducing operator errors, KW2D adapts to your industrial constraints — without adding system complexity.

Control machine access without complexity

Replace shared passwords and keys with RFID-based authorization that fits into existing PLC/HMI workflows.

Ensure traceability without manual records

Identify users and capture interactions at the point of use—reducing paperwork and improving accountability.

Reduce operator errors at the point of action

Enable role-based access and clear status feedback to prevent mistakes where decisions are made.

Why choose the KW2D Smart RFID reader

Built for industrial access control and traceability, KW2D combines a compact form factor with PLC-ready connectivity.

All-in-one design
RFID reader with integrated visual status feedback
 
Standard Ethernet connectivity
Modbus TCP for direct PLC and HMI integration
 
Compact 22 mm format
Designed for standard industrial panel cutouts
 
Standard HF RFID
Compatible with 13.56 MHz industrial RFID tags
 
PLC-ready architecture
Works with standard PLCs and industrial networks
 

Proven in real industrial applications

IDEC KW2D RFID reader is already used across a wide range of machines and industrial environments.

  • Production machines

    Production machines
    Control access to machine settings
    and operations at the equipment level. 

  • Robots & automated equipment

    Robots & automated equipment
    Manage access to setup, teaching, and operation modes. 

  • Laboratory & controlled environments

     Laboratory & controlled environments
    Restrict access and record usage
    in regulated or sensitive areas. 

  • Automotive-lines
    Automotive & EV production lines
    Control access and track operator interactions across production stations. 
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    Material handling & logistics systems
    Manage authorized access to automated systems and restricted zones. 
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    EV charging infrastructure
    Identify users and manage system access for charging operations. 

Ready to simplify machine access control?

Get in touch to discuss your application, access technical information, or connect with a local distributor.

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IDEC: innovating automation for over 80 years

IDEC Corporation is a global leader in industrial automation and control solutions, committed to enhancing safety, efficiency, and peace of mind – ANSHIN – for both machines and their operators. Since its founding in Japan in 1945, IDEC has been delivering innovative, reliable, and feature-rich products, including PLCs, human-machine interfaces (HMIs), safety components, and other automation systems. Strengthened by the acquisitions of APEM and ez-Wheel, IDEC continues to expand its portfolio, providing high-quality solutions designed to meet the demands of modern industrial applications. To learn more, visit eu.idec.com.