SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 USB Fingerprint Reader (FBI Certified)
The SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 is an ultra-compact, high image quality USB fingerprint reader built for large-scale deployments needing reliable, government-grade biometric authentication at a competitive price. It’s FBI Certified as meeting FIPS 201 (PIV) and Mobile ID FAP 20 requirements, with test data reviewed by the FBI’s Criminal Justice Information Services Division as part of the Biometric Center of Excellence. The reader captures fingerprints at 500 DPI resolution, housed in a low-profile, water-resistant design built around SecuGen’s rugged optical sensor technology. It works with Windows Hello out of the box for password-free login on Windows 10 and above, and Auto-On and Smart Capture technologies handle finger detection and difficult-to-scan fingers automatically.
Key Features
- FBI Certified, meeting NGI Image Quality Specifications, FIPS 201 (PIV), and Mobile ID FAP 20 standards
- 500 DPI resolution, delivering high-quality fingerprint captures suited to large deployments
- Works with Windows Hello out of the box, enabling password-free Windows login
- Rugged, water-resistant optical sensor, resistant to scratches, impact, vibration, and electrostatic shock
- Auto-On and Smart Capture technologies, automatically detecting and scanning difficult fingers
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | Hamster Pro 20 (HU20-A) |
| Sensor Type | Optical, patented fingerprint technology |
| Resolution | 500 DPI |
| Interface | USB 2.0 Hi-Speed |
| Power | 5VDC via USB |
| Standards Compliance | FIPS 201 (PIV), FBI Mobile ID FAP 20, NGI Image Quality Specifications |
| Environmental Rating | Water-resistant, dust-resistant (rated IP54 or IP65 depending on listing — see note below) |
| Dimensions | 2.12 x 2.3 x 1.24 inches |
| Weight | 3.4 ounces |
| Cable Length | 4.92 feet |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to 65°C |
| Special Features | Auto-On, Smart Capture, Latent print and false fingerprint rejection, Windows Hello compatible |
| OS Support | Windows 7/8/8.1/10/11, Windows Server, and other major OS via SecuGen SDKs |
| Additional Compatibility | Compatible with third-party matching algorithms |
Best Suited For
- Large-scale biometric deployments, such as national ID programs or enterprise-wide access control rollouts
- Government and civil FBI applications, requiring FIPS 201/PIV and FAP 20 certified image quality
- Windows-based organizations, wanting out-of-the-box Windows Hello password-free login support
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