Panduit CRD-03-10PK SmartZone G5 13.56 MHz HID-Compatible RFID Access Cards (10-Pack)
The Panduit CRD-03-10PK delivers tested, validated 13.56 MHz HID-compatible RFID cards for physical access control in datacenter and server room environments. Engineered specifically for SmartZone G5 security door handles (ACF05/ACF06 models), this 10-pack provides credential-based rack access management within Panduit's intelligent PDU ecosystem. Each white card operates on the 13.56 MHz frequency band, enabling contactless authentication at the cabinet level. Commercial integrators deploying SmartZone G5 infrastructure gain a purpose-built access control layer that integrates directly with PDU-level security policies—no standalone badge readers or separate access platforms required.
Key Features
- Factory-tested 13.56 MHz HID-compatible RFID cards validated with SmartZone ACF05/ACF06 security handles
- Native integration with SmartZone G5 PDU ecosystem for centralized access management
- Contactless authentication—no physical key distribution or lost-key cabinet lockouts
- White card stock for easy visual identification or optional custom printing
- 10-pack quantity supports multi-user deployments or staged credential rollouts
- RoHS compliant for datacenter environmental standards
Operating at 13.56 MHz, the CRD-03-10PK cards use the same ISO 14443 proximity card standard as enterprise HID badge systems, but they're specifically validated against Panduit's ACF05 and ACF06 security door handle hardware. This isn't a generic off-the-shelf credential—Panduit's validation process ensures reliable read range, anti-collision performance when multiple cards are in proximity, and durability under repeated rack-access cycles. Each card ships blank and ready for enrollment via the SmartZone G5 management interface; integrators assign cards to user profiles, define access schedules (business hours only, 24/7 for NOC staff, temporary contractor windows), and revoke credentials remotely when personnel change. The white card surface accepts standard badge printing if you need photo ID or asset tagging, but the underlying RFID chipset remains the authenticated element—visual customization doesn't compromise security function.
In colocation facilities, managed service provider datacenters, or enterprise server rooms with compliance mandates (SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI-DSS), physical access logging isn't optional—it's an audit requirement. The CRD-03-10PK integrates into SmartZone G5's event logging framework: every card tap, every successful unlock, every denied attempt gets timestamped and tied to a credential ID. When you're running multi-tenant racks or segregated customer cages, this means per-cabinet access control without installing separate electronic locks or badge panels on each enclosure. One SmartZone security handle per rack, credential-based unlock, and centralized policy enforcement through the same interface managing your intelligent PDUs. For integrators, that's fewer vendor SKUs, unified firmware updates, and a single pane of glass for both power distribution and physical security. The 10-pack sizing supports typical deployments—issue one card per authorized technician, keep spares for new hires or replacements, and stage the rollout across multiple racks without reordering every time you add a user.
RoHS-compliant construction meets datacenter environmental standards, and compatibility with established HID 13.56 MHz infrastructure means you're not locked into proprietary card stock—if your site already uses HID Prox or iClass systems, the familiarity carries over. The Panduit CRD-03-10PK isn't a retrofit for legacy mechanical locks; it's purpose-built for environments where rack-level access control, audit trails, and integration with intelligent power management are baseline requirements, not nice-to-haves.
