AI fingerprint terminal
Suprema BioStation 2a in the UAE
The Suprema BioStation 2a is a fingerprint access control and attendance terminal with an on-board AI processor (NPU) that uses deep learning to read low-quality, noisy or distorted fingerprints. It matches against 100,000 fingerprint templates, stores 5,000,000 logs, reads RFID and mobile credentials, and is rated IP65 for -20°C to 60°C.
- Manufacturer
- Suprema
- Category
- Fingerprint & Palm Readers
- Credentials
- Fingerprint · RFID card · Mobile (NFC, BLE) · PIN
- Capacity
- 500,000 users · 100,000 fingerprints (1:N) · 5,000,000 logs
- Connectivity
- Ethernet · Wi-Fi (OAPWB) · RS-485 (OSDP V2) · Wiegand in/out · PoE · USB host
Supply, installation and support across all 7 emirates · Same-day response, on-site survey within 48 hours
Features
What the BioStation 2a does
- AI processor (NPU) with deep-learning fingerprint extraction for noisy, distorted or low-quality prints
- Matches against up to 100,000 fingerprint templates and stores 5,000,000 logs
- Fingerprint, RFID card, NFC/BLE mobile credentials and PIN, combinable for multi-factor access
- IP65 rated, operating from -20°C to 60°C indoors or outdoors
- Secure Element and Secure Boot against tampering and cyberattacks
- PoE, RS-485 (OSDP V2), Wiegand and USB host for add-on modules
- 2.8-inch colour screen
Best for
Factories, warehouses and sites with worn or difficult fingerprints, where a standard optical reader rejects too many staff.
Where it is the wrong choice
Fingerprint is its only biometric — for fully contactless entry look at the BioStation 3 Max. Wi-Fi and HID card support are only on the BS2A-OAPWB version.
Specification
Full specification
Covers 2 variants: BS2A-ODPB, BS2A-OAPWB.
| Brand / Manufacturer | Suprema |
|---|---|
| Biometrics | Fingerprint |
| RFID card options | BS2A-ODPB: 125kHz EM & 13.56MHz MIFARE, MIFARE Plus, DESFire, DESFire EV1/EV2/EV3, FeliCa BS2A-OAPWB: 125kHz EM, HID Prox & 13.56MHz MIFARE, MIFARE Plus, DESFire, DESFire EV1/EV2/EV3, iCLASS SE/SR/Seos, FeliCa |
| RFID read range | BS2A-ODPB: EM/MIFARE/DESFire: 50 mm, FeliCa: 30 mm BS2A-OAPWB: EM/MIFARE/DESFire/HID iCLASS: 50 mm, HID Prox/FeliCa: 30 mm |
| Mobile credentials | NFC, BLE |
| IP rating | IP65 |
| Fingerprint image dimension | 272 x 320 pixels |
| Fingerprint image bit depth | 8 bits, 256 gray scale |
| Fingerprint resolution | 500 dpi |
| Fingerprint template | SUPREMA / ISO19794-2 / ANSI-378 |
| Fingerprint extractor / matcher | MINEX certified and compliant |
| Live Fingerprint Detection | Supported (SW-based) |
| Max. User | 500,000 |
| Max. Credential (1:N) | Fingerprint: 100,000 |
| Max. Credential (1:1) | Fingerprint: 500,000, Card: 500,000, PIN: 500,000 |
| Max. Text Log | 5,000,000 |
| CPU | 1.5 GHz Quad Core |
| Memory | 16 GB Flash + 2 GB RAM |
| Crypto Chip | Supported |
| Display | 2.8” color TFT LCD |
| Display Resolution | 320 x 240 |
| LED | Multi-color |
| Audio | 16 bit |
| Operating Temperature | -20 °C – 60 °C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 °C – 70 °C |
| Operating Humidity | 0 % – 80 %, non-condensing |
| Storage Humidity | 0 % – 90 %, non-condensing |
| Weight | Device: 429 g Bracket (Including washer and bolt): 142 g |
| Dimension (WxHxD, mm) | 142 x 144 x 45 (Bottom) / 37.8 (Top) (mm) |
| Certifications | CE, UKCA, KC, FCC, RCM, SIG, RoHS, REACH, WEEE |
| Ethernet | Supported (10/100 Mbps, auto MDI/MDI-X) |
| Wi-Fi | BS2A-ODPB: Not supported BS2A-OAPWB: Supported (802.11 b/ g/ n 2.4 GHz) |
| Network Protocol | TCP, UDP |
| RS-485 | 1 ch Master / Slave (Selectable) |
| RS-485 Communication Protocol | OSDP V2 compliant |
| Wiegand | 1 ch Input, 1 ch Output |
| Inputs | 3 ch Inputs |
| Relay output | 1 Relay |
| USB | USB 2.0 (Host) |
| USB expansion port | Supported |
| Tamper detection | Supported |
| Power | Voltage: 12 Vdc, Current: Max. 0.8 A Voltage: 24 Vdc, Current: Max. 0.4 A PoE: Supported (IEEE 802.3af compliant) |
Quotation
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Questions
Common questions
What is the Suprema BioStation 2a best suited to?
Factories, warehouses and sites with worn or difficult fingerprints, where a standard optical reader rejects too many staff. Where it is the wrong choice: fingerprint is its only biometric — for fully contactless entry look at the BioStation 3 Max. Wi-Fi and HID card support are only on the BS2A-OAPWB version.
How does the Suprema BioStation 2a connect?
It supports Ethernet, Wi-Fi (OAPWB), RS-485 (OSDP V2), Wiegand in/out, PoE, USB host. In UAE installations we normally run terminals on wired Ethernet, keeping wireless as the fallback where cabling is impractical.
What software runs the Suprema BioStation 2a?
It works with Suprema's BioStar X security platform. We connect the attendance data through to payroll and produce a WPS-ready export, so punches become a payable file rather than a report someone has to retype.
Do you install and support the Suprema BioStation 2a across the UAE?
Yes. We supply, install, configure, train your team and support it across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain. Call +971 56 614 2543 or message us on WhatsApp for a fixed written quote.
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