Understand the difference between RFID access control and ordinary access control system in one article

With the rapid development of science and technology, Access Control systems, as an important part of modern security management, are also constantly innovating. Although traditional access control systems, such as password access control and inductive IC card access control, meet the basic needs of security management to a certain extent, there is still room for improvement in terms of convenience, security and intelligence. In recent years, RFID (radio frequency identification) access control systems have gradually become the new favorite in the field of access control with their unique advantages. This article will conduct a detailed comparative analysis of RFID access control and ordinary access control to explore the main differences between them.

1. Working principle of RFID access control and ordinary access control

1. Working principle of ordinary access control

Ordinary access control systems usually use card swiping, password input and other methods for identity authentication. Taking inductive IC card access control as an example, when the cardholder brings the access card close to the card reader, the card reader will read the information on the card and verify the identity of the cardholder by comparing it with the background database. After successful verification, the access control system will control the access control device to open and allow the cardholder to pass.

2. Working principle of RFID access control

RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) is a communication technology that uses radio waves to automatically identify targets and read related data. It has the advantages of multi-target simultaneous identification, long identification distance, fast speed, large storage capacity, and strong anti-interference ability. It can be used in personnel management or item management. First, an ultra-high frequency RFID tag with a fixed code will be attached to each person or item. This tag will uniquely represent this person or item and exist in the background database to track and manage people or items. When people or items enter and exit the access control area, the access control system can automatically sense and record relevant information.

2. The difference between RFID access control and ordinary access control

1. Identification method and speed

Ordinary access control systems mostly use card swiping or password input for identity recognition. Although this method is mature and stable, it has certain limitations in recognition speed. Especially during peak hours, people frequently enter and exit, and swiping cards or entering passwords may reduce traffic efficiency. The RFID access control system uses wireless radio frequency identification technology. You only need to bring the RFID tag you carry close to the card reader to complete identity authentication without touching the reading device, which greatly improves the speed of passage. In addition, the RFID access control system also supports simultaneous identification of multiple tags, further improving the efficiency of passage.

2. Security and reliability

Although the ordinary access control system has a certain degree of security, there are still risks such as being copied and counterfeited. The RFID access control system uses digital identity credentials, which has higher security. The system effectively prevents the possibility of the card being copied or counterfeited by uniquely identifying the RFID tag. In addition, the RFID access control system can also set the permission level, and only people with specific permissions can enter specific areas, further enhancing security. In terms of reliability, the RFID access control system uses industrial-grade components and advanced circuit design, which can stably identify the entry and exit directions of multiple tags. Once an unauthorized tag is found to leave the designated area, the access control will automatically issue an audible and visual alarm prompt, ensuring the security and stability of the application scenario.

3. Data management and analysis

Ordinary access control systems can usually only record basic access information, such as card swiping time, card swiping personnel, etc., but cannot conduct in-depth analysis and management of access data. The RFID access control system has powerful data management capabilities. The system can record detailed data such as the time, location, and cardholder information of each card swipe, and query and analyze them through the background management software. These data can not only help managers understand the entry and exit of personnel, but also conduct statistical analysis to provide data support for security management. For example, by analyzing the entry and exit records of the access control system, you can understand the entry and exit of goods or personnel, entry and exit time and other information, and provide strong support for enterprise management and security prevention.

4. Degree of intelligence

Ordinary access control systems are relatively limited in terms of intelligence, and usually can only achieve basic access management functions. The RFID access control system has a higher degree of intelligence. The system can be linked with other intelligent equipment, such as integration with security systems, fire protection systems, etc., to achieve more intelligent security management. In addition, the RFID access control system can also use RFID technology for data collection, cooperate with the background system for big data analysis, and conduct statistical analysis on the use of the access control system to provide more accurate data support for security management.

In summary, the RFID access control system has significant advantages over the ordinary access control system in terms of identification method and speed, security and reliability, data management and analysis, and degree of intelligence. With the continuous advancement of technology and the increasing demand for security management, RFID access control systems will be more widely used and promoted in the future.