The STid SE8 is a specialized dual-technology expansion module designed to bring legacy 125 kHz compatibility to the high-security Architect® and Architect® Blue reader ranges. This module allows for a seamless migration path by enabling a single reader to support both modern 13.56 MHz smart cards (including MIFARE® DESFire® EV3) and existing 125 kHz EM and HID® Prox credentials.

By adding the SE8 module to an Architect® Blue reader, you maintain all “Blue” features—including native Bluetooth® Low Energy (BLE) and NFC for smartphone access—while ensuring that older legacy cards still function perfectly. The module is engineered for easy integration, allowing security managers to upgrade their infrastructure to mobile-ready technology without needing to re-issue thousands of legacy physical cards immediately. Like all components in the Architect® ecosystem, it is designed for durability and long-term reliability in commercial environments.

Key Technical Specifications

Project Application

The SE8 module is the ideal solution for phased security upgrades in large-scale facilities:

• Technology Migration: Perfect for sites currently using 125 kHz HID® Prox cards that want to move toward encrypted DESFire® or mobile Bluetooth® credentials without a “big bang” card replacement.

• Hybrid Environments: Enables a single reader to handle a mixed population of legacy cardholders and new mobile/smart card users.

• Future-Proofing: Allows facilities to install the latest Architect® Blue hardware today while maintaining full backward compatibility.