The Chainway C71 is a high-performance rugged mobile computer with an octa-core 2.3 GHz processor and 5.2″ Full HD display, designed for professional applications that demand advanced barcode scanning, rich connectivity, and security options such as NFC, fingerprint, and PSAM.​

Key features

• High-performance platform with octa-core 2.3 GHz CPU, up to 4 GB RAM + 64 GB ROM, and storage expansion via Micro SD (TF) card up to 256 GB.​
• 5.2″ IPS LTPS display with 1920 × 1080 resolution, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass and usable with gloves and wet hands.​
• 5000 mAh Li-ion battery providing over 12 hours of continuous operation (depending on use) and more than 350 hours of standby, recharged in about 3–4 hours with standard adapter and USB cable.​

Rugged design and ergonomics

• Dimensions 164.2 × 78.8 × 17.0 mm and weight under 288 g (standard version), balancing robustness and comfortable handling.​
• IP65/IP67 sealing, multiple 1.8 m drops to concrete and 1000 tumbles from 0.5 m, with an operating temperature range from -20 °C to 50 °C.​
• Feedback via sound, LED and vibration, dual microphones (one with noise cancellation), loudspeaker and receiver for use in noisy environments.​

Connectivity

• Dual-band 2.4G/5G Wi‑Fi (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) with internal antenna for stable local network connections.​
• WWAN module supporting 2G, 3G and 4G on multiple bands, suitable for international deployments depending on local carriers.​
• Bluetooth 5.0 and multi‑constellation GNSS (GPS/AGPS, GLONASS, BeiDou) for peripheral connectivity and field positioning.​

Data capture, RFID and security

• Advanced barcode scanning with optional Zebra (SE4710 / SE4750SR/MR/DP) or Honeywell (N6603, CM60) engines, supporting a wide range of 1D/2D symbologies including UPC/EAN, Code 128, QR, DataMatrix, PDF417 and global postal codes.​
• Optional UHF RFID based on Impinj E Series chips: 865–868 / 920–925 / 902–928 MHz, EPC C1 GEN2 / ISO18000‑6C, circularly polarised antenna and read range up to around 3 m depending on tag and environment.​
• NFC / HF RFID at 13.56 MHz supporting ISO14443A/B, ISO15693 and common chip types (M1, CPU card, ICODE, etc.), with typical read distance of 2–8 cm.​
• Fingerprint options with multiple sensors (capacitive and optical) certified FIPS, STQC and/or FBI, supporting ISO/WSQ/ANSI formats, fake finger detection via SDK and AES/DES-encrypted host communication.​
• Optional dual PSAM slots (ISO7816 T=0/T=1) for high‑security applications such as payment, secure ID, and smartcard solutions.​

Interfaces and keys

Software ecosystem supported by the Chainway SDK (Java, Eclipse/Android Studio) and technical documentation, enabling easy integration into business solutions, custom apps and MDM systems.

Physical interfaces: USB 2.0 Type‑C with OTG, Type‑C headset support, 1 Nano SIM slot and 1 Nano SIM/TF hybrid slot for flexible network and storage configurations.​

Key layout with 4 front keys, 1 power key, 2 scan keys and 1 multifunction key for fast operation in scanning‑intensive workflows.​

After being appointed Chainway’s Authorized Service Center in 2014, and awarded in 2016 and 2021 as Authorized Distributor and Honored Partner Italy, TechSigno is now Excellent Channel Distributor.