- Fake Finger Rejection – advanced technology that rejects spoofed fingerprints.
- Water resistant and dust resistant.
- Rugged, high-performance, maintenance-free optical sensor resistant to scratches, impact, vibration & electrostatic shock.
- Fast recognition and high quality imaging of difficult fingerprints (dry, wet, scarred) in challenging environments.
The Hamster Pro 20 is SecuGen’s ultra-compact, high image quality USB fingerprint reader that is FBI Certified as meeting FIPS 201 (PIV) and Mobile ID FAP 20 requirements. Featuring a low-profile and water-resistant design, the Hamster Pro 20 is built with the industry’s most rugged and advanced optical sensor using patented fingerprint technology. The Hamster Pro 20 can be used for authentication, identification and verification functions that let your fingerprints act like digital passwords that cannot be lost, forgotten or stolen.
Fast and accurate verification.
Readily accessible for any finger.
Auto-On – automatic finger detection technology (when used with apps built with SecuGen SDKs).
Smart Capture – self-adjusting scanning technology (when used with apps built with SecuGen SDKs).
Device Recognition – device authentication technology (when used with apps built with SecuGen SDKs).
Fingerprint template encryption (when using SecuGen Proprietary template format).
Latent print rejection (does not accept prior fingerprints left behind on sensor).
Ultra-compact, lightweight and portable.
Integrated finger guide.
USB connection
Windows Hello
The Hamster Pro 20 works with Windows Hello right out of the box for quick and secure fingerprint login to Windows 10 without a password. There is no need to install any other software.
For Developers
SecuGen provides free SDKs that support the Hamster Pro 20 for Windows, Linux, and Android applications. All SecuGen SDKs include the tools that enable fingerprint registration, matching, and related biometric functions.
Benefits of Using SecuGen Fingerprint Readers
SecuGen fingerprint readers are easy to use and can be installed quickly on any Windows PC. Backed by the industry’s best warranty, years of field use and proven reliability under extreme conditions, SecuGen fingerprint readers provide consistent performance and security for a growing number of software applications for desktop, mobile, network, enterprise and Internet environments. When used for biometric authentication as part of an overall security program, SecuGen fingerprint readers can help reduce the hassles of password overload, decrease the risks of security breaches, improve accountability and add true non-repudiation, all while making it more convenient and intuitive for any user. Look to SecuGen for advanced, fingerprint biometric technologies that let your fingerprints act like digital passwords that cannot be lost, forgotten or stolen.
| Specifications | |
| Model | HU20-A |
| Fingerprint Sensor (Type) | U20-A (contact) |
| Image Resolution | 500 DPI |
| Image Size | 300 x 400 pixels |
| Platen Size | 18.2 mm x 22.9 mm |
| Sensing Area | 15.2 mm x 20.3 mm |
| Image Gray Scale | 256 levels (8-bit) |
| Light Source | LED |
| Smart Capture Speed | 0.2 ~ 0.5 seconds |
| Biometric Standards/Specs | INCITS 378, ISO/IEC 19794-2, ISO/IEC 19794-4, FIPS 201, FBI (PIV, Mobile ID FAP 20), NIST MINEX, WSQ |
| Dimensions | 53.9 mm x 58.5 mm x 31.6 mm |
| Weight | 98 g |
| Cable Length | 1500 mm |
| Operating Temperature | -20° ~ 65°C |
| Operating Humidity | 90% or less RH, noncondensing |
| Interface | USB 2.0 Hi-Speed |
| Supply Voltage | 5V (via USB) |
| Current Consumption (max.) | 130 mA |
| Compliance | FCC, CE, KC, RoHS, WHQL. STQC (Model HU20-A not certified for use with Aadhaar Authentication. Use model HU20 instead.) |
| Water/Dust Resistance | IP54 rated |
| Other Features (*when used with SecuGen SDKs) | *Auto-On, *Smart Capture, *Device Recognition, Fake Finger Rejection, 360 Degree Fingerprint Rotation |
| Supported Operating Systems | Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7, Windows Server 2016 / 2012 / 2008 R2, Android 3.1 and above, Linux |
