MC51S Mobile Computer (Android 16)

High Performance on a Modern Platform, Engineered for the Enterprise.

Mobile Computer (Android 16)
Mobile Computer (Android 16)
Mobile Computer (Android 16)
Mobile Computer (Android 16)

Chainway MC51S is built on a Qualcomm long-lifecycle platform, delivering up to 2.4GHz processing performance (optional 2.8GHz) for smooth multitasking and demanding workloads. It features a 6-inch HD display for clear visibility and efficient interaction. The device ships with Android 16 and is Google AER certified for enhanced security, compatibility, and long-term OS support. Rugged by design, it is rated IP67. With barcode scanning, NFC, and optional UHF RFID, MC51S enables efficient data capture and consistent mobility across retail, warehousing, utilities, and asset management.

Features
Android 16, Certified by Google AER Android 16, Certified by Google AER High-Performance Octa-Core 2.4GHz (Optional 2.8GHz) High-Performance Octa-Core 2.4GHz (Optional 2.8GHz)
6-inch Display, Optional 2160x1080 Resolution 6-inch Display, Optional 2160x1080 Resolution 5000mAh Removable Smart Battery with Hot-Swap 5000mAh Removable Smart Battery with Hot-Swap
IP67 & 1.5m / 5ft. Drop IP67 & 1.5m / 5ft. Drop
Functions
Multiple Scan Engine Options Including Long Range Multiple Scan Engine Options Including Long Range Supports NFC Supports NFC
13MP Rear Camera and 5MP Rear Imaging 13MP Rear Camera and 5MP Rear Imaging Optional RFID Capabilities Optional RFID Capabilities

SPECIFICATIONS

Performance Parameter

Optical system
Light Source
Image Sensor
Image (Pixels)
Field of View
Decoding Rate
Decoding Capabilities
Roll / Pitch / Yaw
Scanning speed
Print Contrast
Angle
Resolution
Depth of Field
Printing Contrast
Prompting Mode
Interface
Trigger Mode
Setting Mode
Frequency
Communication Distance
Transmission Rate
Current
Capability of Battery

Specification(USB IRIS Scanner)

Working Current
Start Current
Standby Current
Working Current
Resolution Ratio
FoV
Identification Range
Registration Range
Registration Time
Identification Time
Infared Wavelength
FAR
FRR
Frame Rate
Operating Temp.
Storage Temp.
Power Supply & Data Interface
Operating System Requirements
SDK Fitting System

Printing

Printing Method
Resolution
Max. Printing Speed
Max. Printing Width
Max. Printing Length

Media

RFID Tag
Types
Width
Thickness
Height
Label Roll Diameter
Core Diameter
Label Length
Label Roll Capacity

Ribbon

Types
Width
Length
Core Diameter
Capacity

Symbology Decode Capability

1-D
2-D
Decoding rate
Interfaces

Development Board

Module

Physical Characteristics

Dimensions Standard version: 161.0 x 77.8 x 15.5mm / 6.34 x 3.06 x 0.61 in. ;
UHF version: 165.0 x 83.8 x 138.0mm / 6.50 x 3.30 x 5.43 in.
Weight Standard version: 297g / 10.48oz. (device with battery);
UHF version: 707g / 24.94oz. (including handle, back clip, and battery)
Display 6" display, 1440 x 720; optional 2160 x 1080 FHD version
Battery
Touch Panel Corning Gorilla Glass, multi-touch panel, gloves and wet hands supported
Power 5000mAh removable main battery, handle with removable 5,200 mAh battery (UHF version); support QC3.0 and RTC; support Battery Management System; hot-swap
Material
Speaker
Vibrator
Notification Sound, LED indicator, vibrator
Microphone
Buzzer
Expansion Slot 1 for SIM card, 1 for SIM or TF card; supports eSIM (optional)
Interfaces USB 3.0 Type-C with OTG and water-drop detection; bottom contacts: 2-pin for charging; rear contacts: 2-pin for handle button extension; 12-pin for optional expansion(optional); 12-pin contacts for UHF back clip and battery charging
Card slot
Cable
Audio 2 microphones, 1 for noise cancellation; 1 speaker
Input Mode
Keypad 1 Power key, 2 scan keys, 1 volume (+/-) keys, 1 multifunctional key
Sensors G-sensor, light sensor, proximity sensor, geomagnetic sensor (optional), gyro/accelerometer combo sensor(optional)
Button
Pupil Lamp
Indicator LED
Size of adapted phone
Product Material
Colour
Voltage and Current
Input Voltage
Standby Current
AC Adapter
Sleep Current
Comm Interface
GPIO
Baud Rate
Cooling Mode
NFC Pairing
Work Current
Display Interface
Port
Charging Current
Charging Duration
Ethernet interface
Power Supply
Identification Lamp
Ethernet Interface

RFID Features

RF Chip
Impinj Gen2X
Air Interface Protocol
Working Frequency
Output Power
Output Power Flatness
Antenna Interface
Regions Supported
Receive Sensitivity
Tag RSSI
Antenna Detector
Ambient Temp Monitor
Working Mode

Communication Interface

Connector
Host Communication

Power Supply

Input Voltage
Power Consumption in RF Output Mode
Power Consumption in Standby Mode（EN high TTL level）
Power Consumption in Power Down Mode（EN low TTL level）

Communication

Ethernet interface
WLAN Supports 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac ; fast roaming supported; optional Wi-Fi 6
WWAN 2G: GSM/EDGE/GPRS(850/900/1800/1900)
3G: WCDMA (B1/B2/B4/B5/B8)
4G: LTE-FDD: B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B12/B13/B17/B20/B25/
       B26/B28A/B28B;
       LTE-TDD: B34/B38/B39/B40/B41
WWAN (Europe, Asia)
WWAN (Europe)
WWAN (America)
WWAN (Quad-core)
WWAN (Octa-core)
WWAN (China)
WWAN (Others)
Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.0, headset support
WWAN(Overseas)
Vo-LTE Support Vo-LTE HD video voice call
GPS
GNSS GPS, BeiDou, GLONASS, and Galileo; AGPS supported
GPS (Optional)
USB Type C
Note

Power

Input Voltage
UHF
HF
Standby

Developing Environment

Operating System Android 16
SDK Chainway Software Development Kit
Language Java
Tool Eclipse/Android Studio
Security

Performance

CPU（1）
CPU Octa-core 2.4GHz; optional octa-core 2.8GHz
RAM+ROM（1）
Option 1
Option 2
CPU（2）
RAM+ROM UFS: 4GB + 64GB / 8GB + 256GB (optional)
High-level Configuration
MCU
Low-level Configuration
RAM+ROM（2）
RAM+ROM
Storage
RAM
Flash
Expansion Supports up to 256GB TF card (Supports Extreme Micro SD Card 512GB)

User Environment

Input Voltage
Operating Temp. -4° F to 122° F (-20° C to 50° C)
Storage Temp. -40° F to 158° F (-40° C to 70° C)
Humidity 5%RH - 95%RH non condensing
Luminance of environment
Drop Specification Passed 1.5 m/4.92 ft. drop test to MIL-STD-810H standard
Tumble Specification 1000 x 0.5m / 1.64ft. falls, IEC compliant
Charging Temperature
Vibration
Sealing IP67 per IEC sealing specifications
ESD ±15 kV air discharge, ±8 kV contact discharge
Ambient Light Immunity
Note

Communication(Quad-core)

WLAN
WWAN
WWAN (China)
WWAN (Europe)
WWAN (America)
WWAN (Others)
Bluetooth
GNSS
Note

Communication Android 8.1

WLAN
WWAN (China)
WWAN (Europe)
WWAN(America)
WWAN (Others)
Bluetooth
GNSS

Communication Android 11.0

WLAN
WWAN
Bluetooth
GNSS

Communication(Octa-core)

WLAN
WWAN (China)
WWAN
WWAN(Europe)
WWAN(Overseas)
WWAN (America)
WWAN (Others)
Bluetooth
GNSS

Barcode Scanning

2D Scanner Zebra SE4710, SE55; CM60
Scan engine(Quad-core)
Scan engine(Octa-core)
1D Linear Scanner
Scan engine
1D Linear Scanner（Quad-core）
2D Imager Scanner(Quad-core)
2D Imager Scanner(Octa-core)
2D Imager Scanner
1D Symbologies UPC/EAN, Code128, Code39, Code93, Code11, Interleaved 2 of 5, Discrete 2 of 5, Chinese 2 of 5, Codabar, MSI, RSS, etc.
2D Symbologies PDF417, MicroPDF417, Composite, RSS, TLC-39, Datamatrix, QR code, Micro QR code, Aztec, MaxiCode; Postal Codes: US PostNet, US Planet, UK Postal, Australian Postal, JapanPostal, Dutch Postal (KIX), etc.
Min.Resolution
Note
Note2

UHF RFID

Engine Based on Impinj E-Series chipset
Frequency 865-868MHz / 920-925MHz / 902-928MHz (custom-design for frequency band)
Impinj Gen2X Supported
Protocol EPC global Class 1 Gen 2/ISO18000-63 RFID
Antenna Circularly polarized antenna
Power 1 – 30 dB, step 1 dB (transmit power)
Fastest Read Rate (circular polarization)
Output Power
Output Power Precision
Output Power Flatness
Receive Sensitivity
RSSI
Ambient Temp Monitor
Fastest Read Rate 1300+ tags/sec
Antenna Detector
Antenna Port
Communication Mode
Multi-tag Inventory
Max Read Range 30 m+ (varies by tag)
Read Range
Note * Read rates tested in low-interference lab; distances measured outdoors in open. Actual results may vary with environment and tags.
Note2

UHF1

Engine
Frequency
Impinj Gen2X
Protocol
Antenna
Power
Max Read Range
Fastest Read Rate
Communication Mode
Note

UHF2

Engine
Frequency
Impinj Gen2X
Protocol
Antenna
Power
Max Read Range
Fastest Read Rate
Communication Mode
Note

UHF3

Engine
Frequency
Protocol
Antenna
Impinj Gen2X
Power
Max Read Range
Note

InfraRed

Wavelength
Frequency
Range
Protocol
Note

Volume Measurement

Sensor
Range
Measurement Error
Module
Field of View Angle
Measurement Speed
Measured Distance
Note

Fingerprint Recognition

Sensor
Fingerprint
Sensing Area (mm)
Resolution (dpi)
Certifications
Format Extraction
Fake Finger Detection
Security
Note

Fingerprint 1

Sensor
Sensing Area (mm)
Resolution (dpi)
Certifications
Format Extraction
Fake Finger Detection
Security
Note

Fingerprint 2

Sensor
Sensing Area (mm)
Resolution (dpi)
Certifications
Format Extraction
Fake Finger Detection
Security
Note

Fingerprint 3

Sensor
Sensing Area (mm)
Resolution (dpi)
Certifications
Format Extraction
Fake Finger Detection
Security
Note

Antenna 1

Frequency
Polarization Mode
Gain
Horizontal Angle
Vertical Angle
VSWR
FBR
Characteristic Impedance
Maximum Input Power
Lightning Protection
Antenna Port

LF RFID

Frequency
Protocol
Chips
Range
Note

Antenna 2

Polarization Mode
Frequency
Gain
Horizontal Angle
Vertical Angle
VSWR
FBR
Characteristic Impedance
Maximum Input Power
Lightning Protection
Antenna Port

Camera

Camera
Front Camera 5MP
Top Camera
External Camera (optional)
Rear Camera 13MP Autofocus with flash; optional 16MP
Internal Camera (Optional)
Note
Note2

Thermal Printer

Rate
Image Size (pixel)
Paper Width
Paper Diameter
Paper Length

NFC

Frequency 13.56 MHz
Protocol ISO14443A/B, ISO15693, NFC-IP1, NFC-IP2, etc.
Chips M1 card (S50, S70), CPU card, NFC tags, etc
Range 2-4 cm
Remark
Note
Note2

LF RFID (with external antenna)

Frequency
Protocol
Chips
Range
Note

PSAM

Protocol
Slots
Note

HF RFID

HF
Frequency
Protocol
Chips
Range
Note
Note2

Iris Recognition

Rate
Range
FAR
Note
Note2

Temperature Collection

Measure Position
Measure Method
Measure Distance
Measure Range
Measure Accuracy
Measure Duration
Spectral Range
Resolution
Note

HID iCLASS SE

Frequency
Chips
Protocol

OBD

Protocol

Reading Performance

Reading Rate
Reading Range

Optional Accessories

Accessories Standard: 9V/2A power adapter, USB cable, wrist strap
Optional: Handle, charging cradle, holster, etc.
Note

Certifications

Certifications

Other Specification (RFID Printer)

Emulation
Software
Resident Fonts
Download Fonts
Barcodes
Code Page
Graphics
Options & Accessory
Agency Approval

Other Specification (Printer)

Processor
Driver
Print Head Life
Internal Fonts
Barcodes
Rotation
Emulation
Factory Options
Dealer Options
Agency Approval

Specification (RFIDLinked)

Data Collection Suite
Printing/Encoding Suite
Data Management
Note

Electrical

Frequency Range
Polarization Type
Gain
3dB Beam-Width. H-Plan
3dB Beam-Width. E-Plan
VSWR
Front to back Ratio
Input Impedance
Max Input Power
Lightning Protection

Mechanical

Connector Type
Dimensions H*W*D (mm)
Weight
Radome Material
Radome color
Radiant board material
Operating Temperature
Sealing
Installation mode
Support Pole Diameter
Rated Wind Velocity

SUPPORT & DOWNLOADS

Documents & Manuals

MC51S Data Sheet2026-02-09

Softwares

Company Introduction2026-02-09
Factory Introduction2026-02-09