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WM-5000A iButton guard tour reader with USB transmit Cable and Data Downloader
WM-5000A iButton guard tour reader with USB transmit Cable and Data DownloaderWM-1990A1-F5 read-only iButton checkpoint chipWM-90A iButton checkpoint button mounted in its wall plateWM-90S guard key (personnel button) on its keyring holder
iButtonAluminum alloy housingSturdy & durableUpload once a week or lessWaterproofShockproofEasy to use

WM-5000A iButton Guard Tour System

Affordable iButton guard tour reader with 20-year data life

The WM-5000A is a switch-free iButton Guard Tour Reader in a fully sealed alloy housing. It reads the checkpoint button on contact and stores patrol data for over 20 years, making it the ideal entry-level choice for factories, warehouses, hotels, schools and residential communities.

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Are you facing these problems too?

  • Do you have guards on patrol at your site — and any way to prove they actually walked every route?
  • At 2 a.m., is he really patrolling — or asleep in a corner? Without a record, you simply cannot tell.
  • When something goes wrong, can you show who reached which point, and when? The contact button holds a unique code that cannot be copied or edited.

Is this the right system for you?

  • You need tamper-proof proof of presence and your budget is limited.
  • Your site is outdoor, wet or dusty and it has to work in the rain.
  • You want equipment that runs for years with almost no maintenance.

Applications

Schools & Universities

Record campus, dormitory and laboratory rounds — and have proof for parents, boards and inspectors.

Factories & Warehouses

Enforce routine equipment and perimeter checks; prove compliance with audit-ready reports.

Hotels & Hospitality

Document night rounds through corridors, plant rooms and fire exits — quietly, without disturbing guests.

Property & Campus Security

Stop "one-tap-many" cheating; hold guards accountable for every post, every shift.

Logistics & Distribution Centers

Secure dock doors, yards and high-value storage through every shift change.

Security Service Companies

Give every client a timestamped patrol record — the proof that renews contracts.

Key Features

  • ✓Automatic iButton reading — no power switch, reads the checkpoint button on contact.
  • ✓Fully sealed, waterproof design; readable even in rain or underwater.
  • ✓Alloy housing with no removable parts; drop and tamper resistant.
  • ✓Light and sound confirmation on every read.
  • ✓Low-power design; patrol data retained for over 20 years.
  • ✓Pairs with WM-90A iButton checkpoint buttons and WM-90S guard Keys.

Specifications

Operating Temperature-40°C ~ +85°C
Dimensions138 × 42 × 23 mm
Weight140 g
Power9V battery
Storage Capacity3,600 records
Protection GradeSealed / Waterproof
Warranty6 years

How this guard tour system works

1Shift startThe guard reads his ownguard key to recordidentity and shift starttime.2Patrol the routeAlong the route, the readertouches each iButtoncheckpoint. Every scan istime-stamped and cannot beforged.3Shift handoverThe incoming guard readshis own guard key — thewhole shift is accountableby name.4Upload & reportsAfter the patrol, place thereader on the datadownloader and extract thedata in the softwaremanually. Managers getroute, time, personnel andevent reports.Routine uploads daily or weekly — managers can review patrol history at any time
1
Shift start

The guard reads his own guard key to record identity and shift start time.

2
Patrol the route

Along the route, the reader touches each iButton checkpoint. Every scan is time-stamped and cannot be forged.

3
Shift handover

The incoming guard reads his own guard key — the whole shift is accountable by name.

4
Upload & reports

After the patrol, place the reader on the data downloader and extract the data in the software manually. Managers get route, time, personnel and event reports.

What's in the system

One order = a complete working patrol system. Quantities are sized to your site.

Guard Tour ReaderWM-5000A1 per system minimum — usually 2 or more
Data DownloaderWM-5000T (USB)1 per system
Checkpoint buttonsWM-90A/TM (iButton)At least 10 per system — usually 50 or more
Guard Keys (personnel buttons)WM-90S/TM1 per guard
Guard tour management System1 per system
Incident walletIW08IBOptional — 0, 1 or several

Checkpoint buttons and guard keys

Everything above is the reader and the software. These two parts are what is actually screwed to the wall and carried in a pocket — and they decide whether the records are worth anything.

WM-90A iButton checkpoint button mounted in its black wall plate
Checkpoint button · WM-90A

iButton checkpoint button

A stainless iButton chip in a plastic wall plate, held by two screws. The reader has to touch it — no radio energy in the area, which is why this is the version used around fuel and chemicals.

  • ✓Read-only DS1990A-F5 chip: the code is written at the factory and cannot be copied or edited.
  • ✓Two screws instead of adhesive — the plate cannot be peeled off or quietly moved to another door.
  • ✓Drill two 6 mm holes, push in the plugs, screw the plate down.
  • ✓No battery and no radio: safe where a spark matters.
ChipDS1990A-F5 (iButton)
Interface1-Wire, contact read
Plate size47 × 32 mm
Chip size⌀16 × 5 mm
Fixing2 screws, 6 mm holes
Weight1.6 g
WM-90S iButton guard key in a black keyring fob
Guard key · WM-90S

iButton guard key

The same iButton chip as the checkpoint, in a black fob with a keyring slot — one per guard.

  • ✓Touches the same reader the checkpoints use — the log then records who, and when.
  • ✓21 × 55 mm, 4.4 g: lighter than a car key.
  • ✓Read-only chip, no battery, nothing to service.
ChipDS1990A-F5 (iButton)
Interface1-Wire, contact read
Size21 × 55 mm
HousingBlack keyring fob
Weight4.4 g

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Practical answers about guard tour readers, selection and deployment.

What does the WM-5000A include, and which parts are paid?
The WM-5000A is a complete guard tour system: guard tour reader, its data downloader or USB data cable (see the What-is-in-the-system table on this page), checkpoint buttons, guard Keys and the Guard tour management System (Windows) — each quoted as a separate paid item so you buy only what you need. Every reader ships with one carrying pouch and one charger (one per reader; extra pouches or chargers are optional paid accessories), and one data cable per system. Checkpoint buttons are sized per patrol route and guard Keys per guard.
What warranty does the WM-5000A come with?
Every JWM guard tour reader includes a 6-year warranty, 24-hour response and free Guard tour management System upgrades.
Can the WM-5000A be OEM or custom branded?
Yes. We provide white-label and custom guard tour readers with your logo, firmware and packaging; finished products from 1 unit.
Is the WM-5000A waterproof, shockproof and tamper-proof?
Yes. Every JWM reader is sealed against water and dust, rated -40°C to +85°C, and built drop- and tamper-resistant with rubber-jacket and multi-layer silicone cushioning; patrol data is retained for over 20 years. See the Specifications table for each model’s exact rating.
Is the WM-5000A in stock, and how fast do you ship?
Yes — regular models are in stock for orders up to 500 sets. We ship within 3 working days after payment via FedEx, DHL or UPS, and delivery takes about 5-8 working days worldwide. Shipments are DDU: the consignee may need to support import clearance and pay import duties. LOGO-customized orders are quoted after we confirm the customization details.
Is the WM-5000A safe for explosive environments?
Yes. As an iButton Guard Tour Reader it touches a checkpoint button and emits no RF energy, making it intrinsically safe for oil, gas and chemical zones.
Does the WM-5000A need a battery in the checkpoint button?
No. The checkpoint button (iButton) is passive and powered by the reader on contact; it stores its unique ID permanently.
Which checkpoint buttons and guard Keys does the WM-5000A use?
It pairs with WM-90A iButton checkpoint buttons and WM-90S guard Keys. Depending on the model, the system also includes a Data Downloader (WM-5000T/TE/DT series) or a direct USB transmit Cable — see the What-is-in-the-system table on this page.
What battery does the WM-5000A use?
A standard 9V battery — easy to source and replace anywhere.
How many records does the WM-5000A store?
3,600 records, retained for over 20 years — ample for a typical entry-level patrol route.
Does the WM-5000A come with a Data Downloader?
Yes, the system includes the WM-5000T (USB) Data Downloader for offloading to the Guard tour management System.
How big is the WM-5000A?
138 × 42 × 23 mm and 140 g — light enough for a full shift of patrols.
Who is the WM-5000A for?
It is the entry-level iButton system for factories, warehouses, hotels, schools and residential communities that need tamper-proof proof of presence on a limited budget.