Wall Switch Smart Reader
WP1 Series
'Elegant, Rugged and Adaptable'
The WP1 series’ low profile housing design suits most architectural and interior design settings, while the robust ABS polycarbonate construction allows it to be used in most working environments.
PRODUCT FEATURES & BENEFITS
The WP1 smart card series is capable of reading a wide range of 13.56MHz type smart cards and tokens including LEGIC and Mifare.
An ideal companion to Nortech’s range of access controllers, the WP1 reader series offers the perfect choice of reader for new installations, while the wide choice of supported technologies and interfaces makes it an ideal cost-effective option for extending existing third party installations and for supporting the use of existing credentials in new access control applications.
benefits
- Finding the right reader for your application has been made much simpler by combining the flexibility of the reader series with the backup of Nortech’s access control and proximity reader know-how
- Easy installation and an elegant design enables installers to add a professional finish to any access control project
- Compatibility with most controllers reduces the cost of upgrades and extensions
- Offers cost savings by enabling existing cards and tokens to be re-used on new installations
- Combined with Nortech’s access control systems, a flexible, robust and cost-effective solution can be configured to meet most small to medium access control applications
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Product CatalogueSpecifications
electrical
| Supply Voltage: | 5VDC to 16VDC |
| Current Requirement: | 250 mA maximum |
physical
| Dimensions (mm): | 90 x 90 x 18 (H x W x D) |
| Colour: | Charcoal grey (standard version) |
| Material: | ABS polycarbonate |
| Rating: | IP65 - suitable for outdoor and indoor use |
environmental
| Operating Temperature: | -20oC to 50oC Ambient |
connectivity (standard version)
| Pigtail Cable Length: | 300mm |
| Cable Gauge: | 7/0.2, 0.22mm stranded |
| Conductors: | 8 core screened |
operational (standard version)
| Reading Range: | Up to 100mm depending upon technology and the type of token or card |
| Audible indication: | Bleeper controlled by host controller (active low) |
| Visual indication: | Dual colour LED (red/green) Normally red - blinks green when token or card is read. Green when signal received from host controller on the LED line (active low) |
Discreet Smart Card Security for Standard UK Back Box Installations
The WP1 Wall Switch Smart Reader delivers enterprise-grade smart card authentication in a familiar wall switch form factor. Designed to fit standard UK 25mm and 35mm back boxes, this reader integrates invisibly into office corridors, meeting rooms, and interior doorways where a low-profile appearance is essential.
Architects and interior designers appreciate the clean 90mm square footprint that aligns with standard electrical fittings throughout a building.Ideal for corporate environments, hotels, and co-working spaces, the WP1 provides secure access using LEGIC, Mifare, and other 13.56MHz credentials.
The reader's terminal block and pigtail connection options accommodate both new installations and retrofit projects where existing cable infrastructure must be reused.
With IP65 protection, the WP1 can also serve transitional spaces such as building lobbies and covered walkways where occasional exposure to moisture is possible.
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Standard Fit
Mounts directly to UK single-gang back boxes for fast, tidy installation alongside existing electrical fittings.
Multi-Format
Supports LEGIC, Mifare, iCLASS and other major 13.56MHz smart card technologies.
Weatherproof
IP65-rated housing enables deployment in internal spaces and sheltered external areas.
Custom Branding
Housing can be colour-matched or branded to meet corporate identity requirements.
The WP1 is designed for standard UK single-gang back boxes with depths of 25mm or 35mm. The reader's 18mm depth ensures it sits flush against the wall surface.
Yes, dual-technology variants can read both legacy 125kHz proximity cards and 13.56MHz smart cards, enabling phased migration from older credential technologies without replacing all cards at once.
Output format selection is made via DIP switches or jumper settings on the reader PCB. Options include 26-bit, 32-bit, and 34-bit Wiegand as well as Clock & Data and RS232 serial formats.
The WP1 features a dual-colour LED (red/green) controlled by the host access controller. Standard behaviour shows red in standby, blinking green on card read, and solid green when access is granted.
Yes, Nortech offers standard finishes in charcoal grey, black, white, and chrome. Custom colours and corporate branding can be applied on request for larger project orders.
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