SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 (HU20)

KSh 22,500 (KSh 26,100 Incl VAT)

500 dpi FBI-Certified Optical Sensor – High-resolution, rugged U20 sensor
Large Scanning Area – 300×400 pixel image with 15.2×20.3 mm sensing area
FIPS 201 / FBI Mobile ID FAP 20 / STQC Certified – Trusted for government-grade security
SmartCapture™ Technology – Captures fingerprints in challenging conditions (wet, dry, aged skin)
Auto-On™ Detection – Instantly activates when a finger is placed on the sensor
IP65 Rated – Water and dust resistant for use in tough environments
Cross-Platform Support – Works with Windows, Linux, and Android via SDK
Plug-and-Play USB – No external power required; compatible with Windows Hello

SKU: Hamster Pro 20 Categories: Biometric Readers, Security solutions Tag: Biometric readers

Description
Additional information

The SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 (HU20) is a rugged, high-performance USB fingerprint scanner featuring a large 300 × 400 px, 500 dpi optical sensor and IP65-rated dust and water protection. Certified for FIPS 201/PIV, FBI Mobile ID FAP 20, and STQC, it delivers secure and reliable biometric authentication with SmartCapture™ and Auto-On™ technologies, making it perfect for enterprise access control, government ID, and healthcare systems.

🛠️ Very Detailed Specifications – SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 (HU20)

Model & Sensor

Models: HU20‑AL, HU20‑A, U20‑AL
Sensor Type: SecuGen U20 rugged optical
Image Resolution: 500 dpi
Image Size: 300 × 400 pixels
Platen Size: 18.2 × 22.9 mm
Sensing Area: approx. 15.2 × 20.3 mm
Image Format: 8‑bit grayscale (256 levels)
Illumination: LED

Biometric & Security Standards

Compliance: INCITS 378; ISO/IEC 19794‑2, 19794‑4; NIST MINEX; WSQ
Certifications: FIPS 201/PIV; FBI Mobile ID FAP 20; STQC; FBI IQS
Security: Fake-finger rejection; latent-print removal; template encryption

Hamster Pro 20 Capture & Performance

SmartCapture™: adaptive image capture for difficult fingerprints
Auto-On™: automatic finger detection
Capture Speed: 0.2–0.5 seconds

Connectivity & Power

Interface: USB 1.1 Full-Speed, USB 2.0 Hi-Speed
Power: 5 V via USB
Current Draw: up to 150 mA

Physical / Mechanical

Dimensions: 53.9 × 58.5 × 31.6 mm
Weight: ~98 g
Cable: integrated 1.5 m USB

Environmental & Durability

Operating Temp: –20 °C to +65 °C
Humidity: ≤ 90% RH, non-condensing
Ingress Protection: IP65
Resistance: scratch, impact, vibration, ESD, corrosion

SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 Certifications & Compliance

FCC, CE, KC, RoHS3, CB, WEEE, USB‑IF, WHQL, STQC

Software Compatibility

Supported OS: Windows 7/8/8.1/10/11; Windows Server 2008 R2–2022; Linux; Android 3.1+; Java
SDK Features: Auto-On, SmartCapture, 360° rotation, device recognition, multi-device support
Plug & Play: native Windows Hello support

Warranty

1-year limited manufacturer warranty

📋Meta Description

SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 USB fingerprint scanner with 500 dpi, 300×400px sensor, IP65 rugged design, FIPS 201/FBI FAP 20 certified – ideal for secure access and identity verification.

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