SecuGen Hamster Pro 10 USB Fingerprint Reader (FBI Certified)
The SecuGen Hamster Pro 10 is SecuGen’s smallest and most affordable FBI-certified fingerprint reader, built for organizations that need government-grade image quality in an ultra-compact, portable form factor. It captures fingerprints at 500 DPI resolution (252 x 330 pixels) using the compact U10 sensor, just under 13mm thick, and is certified as meeting the FBI’s Next Generation Identification (NGI) Image Quality Specifications, along with FIPS 201 (PIV) and Mobile ID FAP 10 compliance. An IP54-rated dust and water-resistant glass platen keeps the sensor protected in less-than-ideal environments, while Fake Finger Rejection technology helps defend against spoofed fingerprints. Auto-On wakes the sensor the instant a finger is placed, and Smart Capture reliably reads dry, wet, aged, or scarred fingers.
Key Features
- FBI Certified, meeting NGI Image Quality Specifications, FIPS 201 (PIV), and Mobile ID FAP 10 standards
- Ultra-slim, ultra-compact design, just under 13mm thick and highly portable
- IP54-rated dust and water-resistant construction, suited to less controlled environments
- Fake Finger Rejection technology, helping defend against spoofed fingerprint attempts
- Auto-On and Smart Capture technologies, reliably scanning difficult fingers without manual prompting
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | Hamster Pro 10 (HU10) |
| Sensor | U10, optical |
| Resolution | 500 DPI |
| Image Size | 252 x 330 pixels |
| Platen (Capture) Area | 15.2 mm x 20.2 mm |
| Effective Sensing Area | 12.8 mm x 16.8 mm |
| Image Format | 256 levels (8-bit) grayscale |
| Light Source | LED |
| Capture Time | 0.2–0.5 seconds |
| Interface | USB 1.1 Full-Speed / USB 2.0 Hi-Speed (bus-powered, no external power needed) |
| Power | 5V via USB, 100mA max |
| Standards Compliance | INCITS 378, ISO/IEC 19794-2, ISO/IEC 19794-4, FIPS 201, FBI (PIV, Mobile ID FAP 10), NIST MINEX, WSQ |
| Certifications | FCC, CE, KC, RoHS, CB, WEEE, USB 2.0, WHQL |
| Environmental Rating | IP54 (dust and water resistant) |
| Dimensions | 54 x 43 x 20 mm |
| Weight | 79 g |
| Cable Length | 1500 mm |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to 65°C |
| Special Features | Auto-On, Smart Capture, 360-degree fingerprint rotation, Fake Finger Rejection |
| OS Support | Windows 10/8.1/8/7, Windows Server 2016/2012/2008 R2, Android 3.1+, Linux |
| Warranty | 1 year limited |
Best Suited For
- Government and law enforcement applications requiring FBI-certified image quality in a small footprint
- Mobile or field deployments, where the ultra-slim, lightweight design matters for portability
- Organizations needing anti-spoofing protection, thanks to built-in Fake Finger Rejection technology


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