Hanwha NOD-AX10S Multi-Technology Mullion Reader
The Hanwha NOD-AX10S is a multi-technology mullion-mount credential reader engineered for modern access control systems requiring secure, flexible credential support. This reader integrates 13.56 MHz NFC, 125 kHz proximity (PROX), and Bluetooth BLE 5.3 technologies into a compact, hardened form factor designed for indoor and semi-outdoor deployment across secure facilities, corporate campuses, and institutional environments.
Key Features
- Multi-technology credential support — Reads 13.56 MHz NFC, 125 kHz PROX, and Bluetooth BLE 5.3 credentials with typical 2-inch read range, enabling seamless integration with diverse credential ecosystems and phased system upgrades
- Auto-detect protocol switching — Automatically detects Wiegand or OSDP infrastructure at installation, eliminating manual configuration and reducing deployment time for integrators managing mixed-protocol environments
- Remote firmware management — Supports over-the-air firmware upgrades for radio enable/disable and control sequencing, allowing operators to modify reader behavior and credential acceptance rules without physical site visits
- Ethos-compatible credentials — Supports all Ethos and LEAF credential types including NFC, PROX, and Bluetooth, future-proofing deployments and simplifying credential administration across multi-vendor systems
- EAL6+ Secure Element — Hardware-based security rating ensures cryptographic credential processing and tamper resistance
- IP65 rated enclosure — Delivers robust protection against dust and water ingress, suitable for semi-outdoor mounting on mullions in varied weather conditions
Technical Highlights
- Protocol Support: Wiegand and OSDP with auto-detection
- Radio Technologies: NFC 13.56 MHz, PROX 125 kHz, Bluetooth BLE 5.3
- Typical Read Range: 2 inches
- Environmental Rating: IP65
- Form Factor: Mullion-mount design for seamless door integration
- Credential Ecosystem: Ethos, LEAF, and legacy proximity card support
Applications
The NOD-AX10S excels in enterprise access control deployments where credential flexibility and system integration are priorities. Typical installations include corporate office buildings requiring multi-tenant access management, research and development facilities supporting BYOD credential programs, government and institutional campuses with legacy and modern credential ecosystems, and secure facilities undergoing phased credential technology upgrades.
Jerry TildsenPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
The NOD-AX10S addresses a critical integrator pain point: managing heterogeneous credential infrastructures without deploying multiple readers. The auto-detect protocol switching eliminates provisioning errors common in Wiegand-to-OSDP migrations, reducing field support overhead. Remote firmware management enables dynamic credential policy changes—such as disabling proximity in favor of NFC—without service calls, a significant operational efficiency gain in large deployments.
The EAL6+ secure element provides cryptographic assurance suitable for high-security environments, while broad Ethos and LEAF support ensures vendor flexibility. IP65 weatherproofing makes mullion mounting viable in semi-outdoor applications where traditional readers face environmental limitations. This reader is particularly valuable for organizations balancing legacy credential support with modern mobile credential (BLE) adoption strategies.
