secugen hamster plus fingerprint scanner

The SecuGen Hamster Plus is a high-performance optical fingerprint scanner designed for secure identity verification and biometric authentication. Featuring Auto-On™ finger detection and Smart Capture™ technology, this rugged and compact device delivers accurate and reliable fingerprint imaging under various conditions, including dry, moist, or aged fingers. With its scratch-resistant glass surface and ergonomic design, the Hamster Plus is ideal for both desktop and mobile applications in government, finance, healthcare, and enterprise IT environments.

Product Features

High-resolution optical sensor

Equipped with a 500 dpi SecuGen SDU03P sensor, the scanner provides detailed and distortion-free fingerprint images, suitable for use in security-sensitive environments.

Auto-On finger detection

Automatically detects a finger placed on the sensor, triggering the capture process without requiring any button presses—streamlining the user experience.

Smart Capture technology

Automatically adjusts brightness and contrast to capture clear fingerprints from difficult finger conditions such as dryness, moisture, scars, or direct sunlight exposure.

Enhanced security and spoof protection

Rejects latent prints and fake images. Works with fingerprint encryption and anti-spoofing measures when paired with compatible software and SDKs.

Compact and portable design

Includes a weighted, detachable stand and built-in finger guide for ease of use. Small enough for portability but solid enough for stationary setup.

Wide system compatibility

Supports Windows, Android, Linux, and embedded operating systems. Compatible with industry standards and biometric APIs for integration into custom security applications.

Product Specifications

• Model: HSDU03P (Hamster Plus)

• Sensor type: Optical fingerprint sensor (SecuGen SDU03P)

• Resolution: 500 dpi

• Image size: 260 × 300 pixels

• Sensing area: 13.2 × 15.2 mm

• Platen size: 16.1 × 18.2 mm

• Grayscale: 8-bit (256 levels)

• Capture speed: 0.2 to 0.5 seconds

• Interface: USB 2.0 (compatible with USB 1.1)

• Power requirement: 5 V DC, 120–140 mA

• Dimensions (without stand): 27 × 40 × 73 mm

• Dimensions (with stand): 53 × 73 × 84 mm

• Weight: ~100 g (without stand), ~165 g (with stand)

• Cable length: 1.5 meters

• Operating temperature: –20°C to 65°C

• Humidity tolerance: Up to 90% RH (non-condensing)

• Certifications: FCC, CE, KC, RoHS, WHQL

• Compliance: FIPS 201 PIV, FBI PIV, Mobile ID FAP 20, STQC

• Standards supported: INCITS 378, ISO/IEC 19794-2, ISO/IEC 19794-4

• Operating systems: Windows 7, 8, 10, 11; Android 3.1+; Linux (via SDK)

• Warranty: 1-year limited manufacturer warranty