SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A is now in stock at Mascom International for KSh 16,000, brand new and sealed. This compact desktop reader captures 500 DPI images through a 15.2 mm by 20.3 mm window, sized to meet the FBI Mobile ID FAP 20 standard. The SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A plugs into any laptop over USB 2.0 Hi-Speed, draws its power from that same cable, and wakes automatically when a finger lands on the glass. Collect yours at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, or order pay-on-arrival delivery to your county.
Built for HR managers, SACCO officers, hospital records clerks and software developers, the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A replaces paper registers that colleagues quietly sign for each other. A factory supervisor in Industrial Area can log every shift clock-in in seconds. A microfinance branch can confirm a borrower's identity before releasing funds. Developers get free SDKs for Windows, Linux and Android, so the reader slots into custom payroll, clinic or school software. Fake Finger Rejection screens out many copied prints, which closes the loophole that cheap unbranded readers leave wide open.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that sell nameless readers with no driver support, Mascom International stocks the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A with drivers for Windows 11, Windows 10 and current Windows Server releases. NIST MINEX compliance means templates captured on this unit can be matched by other certified systems, which matters when integrators bid for government or bank tenders. Systems integrators across Nairobi tell us the IP54 housing outlasts glossy plastic rivals on busy reception counters. Bring your laptop to our store and test the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A with our team, or request delivery straight to your branch office.
Common Questions About the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A
Is the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A worth KSh 16,000 in Kenya?
Yes, if you need an FBI-certified reader that other systems will trust. At KSh 16,000, the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A works out to about KSh 44 a day across its first year, less than one lost hour of padded overtime. You get 500 DPI capture, free SDKs and IP54 sealing in one unit. Mascom International sells it with a 12-month warranty, so a Kenyan office spreads the cost over years of daily clock-ins rather than months.
SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A or Suprema BioMini Slim 2, which should you buy?
Choose the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A at KSh 16,000 if certified 500 DPI capture and free SDKs cover your project. The Suprema BioMini Slim 2 costs KSh 24,000 at Mascom International, KSh 8,000 more, and suits buyers who want a slimmer profile and Suprema's own matching tools. Both readers carry FAP 20 certification. Most attendance, SACCO and clinic deployments in Kenya run comfortably on the SecuGen, so save the extra money unless your software vendor specifically requires Suprema hardware.
Does the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A work with Windows 11 and Android phones?
Yes, SecuGen supports Windows 11, Windows 10, Windows Server 2022 down to 2008 R2, Linux, and Android 3.1 or later. On a laptop the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A runs once the free driver is installed. On Android, you connect it through a USB OTG adapter, and your app must be built with SecuGen's Android SDK. Confirm with your software supplier that their package recognises SecuGen hardware before you place an order with Mascom International.
How does the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A cope with dust, heat and power cuts in Kenya?
The SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A carries an IP54 rating, so dust and splashes on a busy counter will not reach its electronics. It operates from minus 20 to 65 degrees Celsius, well beyond a hot Mombasa or Garissa afternoon. Because the reader draws power from USB, it keeps working off your laptop battery during a KPLC blackout. Wipe the glass with a dry microfibre cloth each morning to keep captures sharp after windy days along Thika Road.
Which version of the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A does Mascom International stock?
Mascom International stocks the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A, the USB 2.0 Hi-Speed version, which moves image data faster than the original USB 1.1 build. Quote the full model code when you place an order or request a quotation, so your IT team receives the correct driver package. If your tender documents name this exact code, this unit matches that line item exactly, which helps procurement officers pass audit checks.
What does FBI FAP 20 certification mean for your project?
FAP 20 is an FBI standard for mobile identity readers that sets a minimum capture area and image quality. The SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A also passes FBI PIV and FIPS 201 tests used for government identity cards. For a Kenyan county government, bank or NGO, this certification shows auditors the reader meets an internationally recognised benchmark. Tender evaluators often ask for it in writing, and Mascom International can share the SecuGen certification references on request.
Can a field team use the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A away from the office?
Yes, the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A weighs only 98 grams and needs no power adapter, so it travels easily in a laptop bag. NGO staff registering beneficiaries in Kitui or Kakamega can pair it with an Android tablet through OTG. The 1.5-metre cable reaches across a folding table to the person enrolling. Its IP54 sealing handles the dust of rural roads, and the 360-degree matching accepts a finger placed at any angle, which speeds up long queues.
Can I build my own software around the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A?
Yes, SecuGen provides free SDKs for Windows, Linux and Android, so developers write their own enrolment and matching logic. The SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A outputs templates in INCITS 378 and ISO/IEC 19794-2 formats, plus WSQ compressed images. That means your Kenyan school, hospital or Sacco database can exchange records with other certified systems. Software teams in Westlands and Kilimani use these SDKs to add fingerprint login to payroll, exam registration and patient record tools without paying licence fees.
Who should buy the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A, and who should skip it?
Buy the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A if you run staff attendance, member verification or patient identification on a computer and want certified hardware at a fair price. Skip it if you need a standalone wall-mounted clock that works without any PC, since this reader depends on a host device. Buyers who want Suprema's ecosystem should choose the Suprema BioMini Slim 2 instead, also stocked by Mascom International. Ask our team which option suits your software before paying.
Technical Specifications
Sensor and Image Capture
- 500 DPI optical sensor records ridge detail sharp enough for government identity and banking verification systems.
- 300 by 400 pixel image size gives matching software plenty of detail to separate similar prints accurately.
- 15.2 mm by 20.3 mm capture window holds most of the fingertip, reducing failed reads during busy shifts.
- Auto-On finger detection starts each capture instantly, so staff never click a button before scanning.
- Built-in LED light source illuminates the finger evenly, keeping images consistent under bright office lighting.
- Fake Finger Rejection screens out many copied prints, protecting payroll and loan approvals from fraud attempts.
Certifications and Matching Standards
- FBI Mobile ID FAP 20 certification confirms capture area and image quality meet a recognised federal benchmark.
- FBI PIV and FIPS 201 certification means the reader qualifies for government identity card projects and tenders.
- NIST MINEX compliance shows templates created here can be matched reliably by other certified systems.
- INCITS 378 and ISO/IEC 19794-2 template support allows records to move between different vendors' software.
- ISO/IEC 19794-4 image format and WSQ compression keep stored fingerprint images small without losing evidential quality.
- Template encryption protects stored fingerprint data, which helps your organisation meet Kenya's Data Protection Act obligations.
Software and Developer Support
- Free Windows SDK lets developers build enrolment and matching into desktop payroll or clinic applications.
- Free Linux SDK supports server-side and kiosk deployments running open-source operating systems without licence costs.
- Free Android SDK enables mobile registration apps on phones and tablets connected through USB OTG.
- 360-degree rotation matching accepts a finger placed at any angle, cutting retries for first-time users.
- Drivers install quickly on a standard office laptop, so your IT team can deploy units within minutes.
- One SDK covers every unit you buy, so a rollout across ten branches needs no extra licence spending.
Operating System Compatibility
- Windows 11 and Windows 10 support covers nearly every laptop and desktop sold in Kenyan offices today.
- Windows Server 2022, 2019 and 2016 support allows central enrolment stations on company servers.
- Windows Server 2012 and 2008 R2 support keeps older institutional systems running without forced upgrades.
- Linux support suits developers and integrators building lightweight attendance kiosks on low-cost hardware.
- Android 3.1 or later support lets field officers capture prints on tablets, away from any desktop computer.
- Cross-platform drivers let one reader move between a Windows desk and a Linux kiosk when departments reorganise.
Connectivity and Power
- USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface transfers each image quickly, keeping long morning clock-in queues moving.
- USB bus power means no separate adapter, so one cable handles both data and electricity.
- Running from laptop power keeps enrolment going through short blackouts when mains electricity drops unexpectedly.
- 1,500 mm attached cable reaches comfortably from a desktop tower to the front edge of a counter.
- Plug-and-play connection works with any standard USB-A port found on office laptops and desktops.
- A powered USB hub lets one desktop run several readers for parallel enrolment during large registration drives.
Build Quality and Daily Durability
- IP54 rating guards against dust and light water splashes on reception desks and factory gates.
- Operating range of minus 20 to 65 degrees Celsius handles hot coastal offices and cold highland stations.
- Humidity tolerance up to 90 percent non-condensing suits humid Mombasa and Kisumu workplaces through the year.
- Compact 53.9 by 58.5 by 31.6 mm body sits neatly beside a keyboard on crowded counters.
- Light 98-gram weight makes the reader easy to carry between branches or pack for field registration.
- Water and dust resistance lets cleaners wipe the housing daily without risking the electronics inside.
- Low profile housing stays steady on a counter, so users press naturally instead of chasing a sliding reader.
Package Contents
The SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A arrives as a ready-to-use desktop reader, with nothing extra to buy before your first enrolment.
- SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A reader with attached 1.5-metre USB cable
- Documentation from SecuGen
- Mascom International receipt and warranty documentation
Drivers and the Windows, Linux and Android SDKs download free from SecuGen, and our team can guide installation over WhatsApp.
Warranty
The SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Claims are handled directly at our Nairobi CBD service desk. Physical damage, liquid immersion beyond the IP54 rating, and cracked sensor glass fall outside cover, so keep the reader on a stable surface.
Buying the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A from Mascom International
Mascom International stocks the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A in its single standard finish at our Nairobi CBD location: Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street. Walk in Monday through Saturday between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM to try the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A with your own laptop before committing.
Three ways to order:
- Call/WhatsApp +254 708 852 521
- Email info@mascomintl.com
- Order through www.mascomintl.com
Pay-on-arrival delivery reaches every Kenyan county. Nairobi and its environs receive the SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A the same day. Nakuru, Eldoret, Kisumu, Mombasa and all other major towns receive it within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. You inspect the reader and pay only when it arrives.
The SecuGen Hamster Pro 20 HU20-A comes with the 12-month warranty detailed above.
Organisations buying several readers for branches or clinics can request a written quotation on company letterhead. Mascom International serves HR departments, SACCOs and integrators nationwide with accurate specifications, current Kenyan pricing and direct after-sales support from our Nairobi CBD store.
