RFID Accessories

RFID accessories decide whether your traceability equipment is actually available when your teams need it. This category brings together the charging cradles, batteries, multi-slot chargers, power supplies, mains leads, USB cables, rugged cases and roll core adapters that fit the Zebra TC22, TC27, TC22R and RFD40 terminals and readers, along with the ZD621R and ZD611R RFID printers. As a Zebra reseller, SBE Direct stocks genuine accessories only, selected model by model to rule out any mechanical or electrical mismatch. Every reference carries its equipment model, so repeat orders stay safe.

What do Zebra RFID accessories actually do?

RFID accessories handle charging, power, connection and protection for UHF RFID terminals and readers. Without a charging cradle, a spare battery or the right power supply, an RFD40 gun or a TC22R terminal stops halfway through a shift. These items govern operational continuity, not user comfort.

A traceability project never stops at the reader and the tag. The moment equipment leaves the office for the warehouse, the workshop or the loading bay, it faces daily charge cycles, drops and gloved handling. This accessory layer is what decides whether your mobile terminals and UHF RFID readers stay operational across three shifts or run flat in the middle of a stock count.

The accessory families available

This category covers the peripherals of the traceability equipment we distribute, from mobile terminals through to RFID printers. Most of the range is Zebra, alongside the Honeywell accessories for the ScanPal EDA52 terminal.

  • Charging cradles: single-bay cradle for the TC22 and TC27, dedicated cradle for the TC22R, single-bay cradle for the RFD40 UHF RFID reader.
  • Batteries and locking: 7000 mAh battery shared by the RFD40 and the TC22R, battery lock to prevent accidental removal or swapping.
  • Multi-slot chargers: multi-slot battery charger for the TC22 and TC27, 4-slot charger shared between the RFD40 and the TC22R.
  • Power supplies and mains leads: power bricks for the 4-bay cradle and for the RFD40, 5V 2.5A supply with a European plug for the TC22R, EU mains leads matched to each device.
  • Data cables: USB-C to USB-C 1 m for the TC22 and TC27, USB-A to USB-C for the TC22R.
  • Protection: rugged drop-resistant case for the TC22 and TC27.
  • Adapters: eConnex adapter to pair the RFD40 with a TC22 or TC27 terminal, roll core adapters for the ZD621R and ZD611R printers.

Every reference names its compatible model or models in the product title. Where a mixed fleet makes the choice unclear, our technicians confirm compatibility before you order.

Honeywell ScanPal EDA52 accessories: EDA52-HB-2 charging station and USB-C cable.

The ScanPal EDA52 mobile terminal reads 1D and 2D barcodes and carries NFC. Its two accessories cover the two workstation needs. The EDA52-HB-2 charging station charges the terminal and a battery at the same time, EU mains lead included: it works as a fixed end-of-shift charging point, without tying up the terminal to charge a spare battery. The USB-C cable runs at 5 V 2 A over a USB 2.0 link to the workstation, handling both charging and data transfer, and comes with US, EU, UK, ANZ and IND mains adapters for multi-country sites.

Printer accessories: roll core adapters

Roll core adapters match the inner diameter of the label roll to the printer spindle. On the Zebra ZD621R and ZD611R desktop models, they allow large-core industrial rolls to run without lateral play or label drift, and therefore without RFID encoding offset. A poorly seated core is a classic cause of scrap on the first labels of a roll.

How to choose your RFID accessories

Three questions frame an accessory order before you even look at part numbers.

Which model exactly? The TC22, TC27, TC22R and RFD40 do not share cradles or cables. Only the 7000 mAh battery and the 4-slot charger are common to the RFD40 and the TC22R.

How many units to charge? Below three devices, a single-bay cradle is enough. Above that, a multi-bay cradle with its power brick cuts both the footprint and the number of wall sockets.

Charging only, or charging and transfer? A cradle charges; a USB-C cable adds synchronisation with the workstation.

The table below sets out the accessories device by device.

CriterionZebra TC22 / TC27Zebra RFD40Zebra TC22R
Equipment typeBarcode and RFID mobile computerHandheld UHF RFID readerMobile computer with integrated UHF RFID
Single-device charging1-slot charging cradle1-slot reader charging cradleDedicated charging cradle
Multi-device charging4-slot cradle and power supply4-slot charger4-slot charger
Spare batteryDepending on configuration7000 mAh PowerPrecision+7000 mAh PowerPrecision+
Data cableUSB-C to USB-C, 1 mPower cableUSB-A to USB-C
AC power supplyCradle adapter and EU power cordPower supply and AC power cord5V 2.5A European plug
ProtectionRugged shock-resistant caseNot applicableNot applicable
View productZebra TC22/TC27 ScannerZebra RFD40 RFID ReaderZebra TC22R UHF RFID

Charging packs ready to roll out

For phased rollouts, two complete packs bundle the cradle, the power supply and the mains lead under a single reference: a single-port pack to equip one station, and a 5-port charging pack for a charging room or a logistics office. They remove the partial-order problem, where a cradle arrives without its power brick and sits unused.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 7000 mAh battery compatible with the RFD40 and the TC22R?

Yes. The 7000 mAh PowerPrecision+ battery is common to both the RFD40 UHF RFID reader and the TC22R terminal, as is the 4-slot charger. A mixed fleet therefore requires stocking only one type of spare battery and one charger model.

Is the eConnex adapter included with the RFD40 reader?

No. The eConnex adapter is ordered separately. It provides the mechanical and electrical connection between the RFD40 reader and a TC22 or TC27 mobile computer, transforming the device into a UHF RFID sled.

Are genuine Zebra accessories required?

Yes, for charging and power supply. Incorrect voltage or polarity damages the battery cells and voids the manufacturer's warranty. SBE Direct is a Zebra reseller and stocks only genuine accessories.

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