ZKTeco Fingerprint Reader ZK9500

The ZKTeco ZK9500 is an optical USB fingerprint scanner for desktop enrolment and application development. It captures fingerprint images for a connected host rather than operating as an independent attendance terminal. Its small enclosure is useful when a workstation needs fingerprint registration without the screen, keypad or door-control functions of a standalone biometric device.

The scanner provides 500 dpi capture and a documented effective collection area of 15.24 by 20.32 mm. ZKTeco lists a 300 by 400 pixel fingerprint image and RAW, BMP and JPG image formats, alongside the ZKFinger V10.0 template reference. These details help a software integrator assess the capture workflow; they do not prove that every existing biometric database can accept its output. SDK support is central to selecting the scanner for a custom application.

The manufacturer describes finger detection and capture of dry, wet and rough fingerprints, with encrypted fingerprint data and live fingerprint detection listed among its capabilities. These features support the acquisition process, while final recognition behaviour depends on the application and enrolment quality. USB carries the host connection and power, so the intended computer or mobile deployment needs a suitable USB arrangement and software integration. Choose this model for fingerprint acquisition where a compact peripheral is appropriate, and assess the exact SDK, host platform and required template compatibility before committing to an installation.