SecuGen Hamster IV USB Fingerprint Reader (FBI Certified)
The SecuGen Hamster IV is an FBI-certified optical USB fingerprint reader built for organizations that need biometric authentication meeting strict government and law enforcement standards. It captures fingerprints at 508 DPI resolution (258 x 336 pixels) across a 14.6mm x 17.9mm capture area, using 256 levels (8-bit) LED imaging for accurate, high-quality scans. The reader is certified to meet the FBI’s Next Generation Identification (NGI) Image Quality Specifications, and complies with FIPS 201, PIV, and Mobile ID FAP 10 standards, making it suitable for both civil FBI applications and general enterprise biometric security. Auto-On technology detects finger presence automatically so the sensor wakes and scans without needing to prompt the system, while Smart Capture adjusts sensor brightness on the fly to reliably read difficult fingers — dry, wet, scarred, aged, or in bright sunlight.
Key Features
- FBI Certified, meeting NGI Image Quality Specifications, FIPS 201, PIV, and Mobile ID FAP 10 standards
- 508 DPI resolution (258 x 336 pixels), delivering detailed, high-quality fingerprint captures
- Auto-On technology, automatically detecting and scanning a finger without manual prompting
- Smart Capture technology, adjusting sensor brightness to read difficult fingers reliably
- Rugged optical sensor, resistant to scratches, impact, vibration, and electrostatic shock
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | Hamster IV (HSDU04P) |
| Sensor Type | Optical, patented SEIR fingerprint biometric technology |
| Resolution | 508 DPI |
| Image Size | 258 x 336 pixels |
| Platen (Capture) Area | 14.6 mm x 17.9 mm |
| Effective Capture Area | 12.9 mm x 16.8 mm |
| Image Format | 256 levels (8-bit) grayscale |
| Light Source | LED |
| Capture Time | 0.2–0.8 seconds |
| Interface | USB 2.0 |
| Certifications | FBI (PIV, Mobile ID FAP 10), FIPS 201, INCITS 378, ISO/IEC 19794-2, ISO/IEC 19794-4, NIST MINEX, WSQ, STQC |
| Dimensions | 53 x 73 x 84 mm (with stand) |
| Included Accessories | Removable weighted stand |
| Special Features | Auto-On automatic finger detection, Smart Capture adaptive brightness |
Best Suited For
- Government agencies and law enforcement, requiring FBI-certified image quality for civil or criminal applications
- Enterprises implementing biometric access control, replacing or supplementing password-based authentication
- Time and attendance systems, needing reliable, fast fingerprint capture across a wide range of finger conditions
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