Paxton P38 Proximity Reader (333-110) — Compact 125 kHz Net2 / Switch2 Mullion Reader for Chicago
Model / Series: P38 (333-110)
The Paxton P38 (333-110) is the smallest 125 kHz proximity reader in Paxton's Net2 / Switch2 line — compact 1.5" wide mullion-mount form factor for narrow door frames and elevator panels. Reads Paxton tokens + EM 125 kHz credentials, IP67 waterproof, −35 °C to +66 °C operating range. The Chicago choice for narrow-frame Paxton Net2 / Switch2 deployments at offices, condos, HOAs, and elevator panels.
Specifications
- Brand
- Paxton
- Model
- P38 (333-110)
- Series
- Paxton Net2 / Switch2 Proximity
- Form Factor
- Compact mullion (smallest in Paxton P-series)
- Dimensions
- 1.5" W × 3" H × 0.5" D
- Card Technology
- 125 kHz proximity (Paxton tokens, EM 4100/02)
- MIFARE Variants
- Available — Paxton offers 13.56 MHz MIFARE-capable variants of the P-series on request (different SKU, similar form factor)
- Read Range — Tokens
- Up to 2.5 in
- Read Range — Keyfobs
- Up to 1.5 in
- Read Range — Hands-free
- Up to 3 ft (with hands-free credential)
- Communication Protocol
- Wiegand to Paxton Net2 / Switch2 controller
- Power
- 12 VDC, 130 mA
- Operating Temperature
- −35 °C to +66 °C
- Environmental Protection
- IP67 (outdoor weatherproof)
- Mounting
- Surface mullion mount (narrow door frame, glass mullion, elevator panel)
Best Fit & Recommended For
Paxton P38 Proximity Reader (333-110) — Compact Net2 / Switch2 Mullion Reader
The Paxton P38 (333-110) is the smallest 125 kHz proximity reader in Paxton’s Net2 / Switch2 product line — compact 1.5” wide mullion-mount form factor for narrow door frames, glass mullions, and elevator panels. Reads Paxton tokens and EM 4100/02 125 kHz credentials, IP67 weatherproof, −35 °C to +66 °C operating range. Wiegand output to Paxton Net2 or Switch2 controller.
The P38 is the Chicago choice for narrow-frame positions on Paxton Net2 / Switch2 — properties using the established on-premises Paxton platform (vs. the newer Paxton10 cloud platform) where the smallest possible form factor is required.
Net2 / Switch2 vs. Paxton10 — Choosing the Right Platform
Paxton offers two distinct access control platforms:
| Need | Paxton Net2 / Switch2 | Paxton10 |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | On-premises server | Cloud-managed |
| Reader generation | P-series + KP-series + Touchlock (this lineup) | Paxton10 readers |
| Mobile credentials | No (token-only) | Yes — built-in Bluetooth |
| Multi-format | 125 kHz (or MIFARE variant) | 6 formats simultaneously |
| Best fit | Established Net2 sites, on-premises preference, simple operation | Greenfield cloud-managed, multi-property |
The P38 is the right pick for established Paxton Net2 / Switch2 deployments that need additional readers for new doors. For greenfield deployments, the Paxton10 Slimline Reader is typically a better choice — built-in Bluetooth + multi-format reading.
MIFARE Variants
The standard P38 reads Paxton tokens + EM 125 kHz credentials. For projects requiring 13.56 MHz MIFARE smart cards instead of legacy 125 kHz, Paxton offers MIFARE-capable variants of the P-series on request — different SKU, similar mullion form factor, MIFARE DESFire / Classic reading. Specified at site walkthrough per credential policy. We don’t list MIFARE variants as separate product pages — same applications, same Chicago coverage.
P38 vs. Sibling Paxton P-Series Readers
| Feature | P38 (333-110) | P50 (353-110) | P75 (373-110) | KP50 (355-110) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form factor | Compact mullion (1.5”) | Standard mullion (2”) | Architectural large (3”) | Mullion + keypad |
| Read range — token | 2.5” | 3” | 4” | 3” |
| Hands-free range | 3 ft | 4 ft | 5 ft | 4 ft |
| Keypad (2-factor) | No | No | No | Yes |
| Best fit | Narrow frames, elevators | Standard wall | Architectural premium | Sensitive 2-factor doors |
Where the Paxton P38 Wins in Chicago
- Chicago Paxton Net2 / Switch2 deployments at narrow-frame entries
- Multi-tenant residential elevator cab panels with Paxton tokens — Loop, River North, Mag Mile high-rises on Net2
- Condo / co-op narrow-frame entry doors on Paxton Net2
- HOA building entries at suburban Chicagoland properties (Wilmette, Glencoe, Highland Park, Schaumburg, Naperville, Wheaton, Oak Brook)
- Glass storefront mullions at boutique retail and professional services
- Office buildings on Paxton Net2 / Switch2 with narrow-frame doors
- Property management common-area door readers
- Banking branch narrow-frame positions on Net2
- Healthcare clinic narrow-frame door positions
- Hospitality boutique-property narrow entries
Local Chicago Coverage
Vidimost installs the Paxton P38 across the full Chicago metropolitan area — downtown Loop, North Shore, Northwest suburbs, West suburbs, and South suburbs.
Recommended Pairings
- Paxton P50 (353-110) — standard mullion P-series
- Paxton P75 (373-110) — architectural large P-series
- Paxton KP50 (355-110) — keypad version for 2-factor
- Paxton Net2 EX Desktop Reader (514-326) — USB enrollment
Professional Installation by Vidimost
Vidimost LLC is an active Paxton installer across Chicago. The P38 is one of our standard Paxton Net2 / Switch2 reader picks for narrow-frame positions on the established Paxton platform. Full-scope service includes site walkthrough, MIFARE-variant selection per credential policy, Net2 / Switch2 controller + reader sizing, Wiegand wiring, mullion mounting, reader commissioning in Net2 software, token enrollment workflow setup, and operator + admin training. Contact us for a free site walkthrough and quote.
Frequently Installed Together
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Paxton P50
The Paxton P50 (353-110) is the standard 125 kHz proximity reader in Paxton's Net2 / Switch2 line — 2" wide mullion / wall-mount form factor for typical commercial doors. Reads Paxton tokens + EM 125 kHz credentials, IP67 waterproof, 3" token read range, 4 ft hands-free range. The most-installed Paxton Net2 reader for standard wall-flush installations at Chicago offices, condos, HOA buildings, and commercial properties.
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Paxton P75
The Paxton P75 (373-110) is the architectural large 125 kHz proximity reader in Paxton's Net2 / Switch2 line — 3" wide form factor with 4" token read range and 5 ft hands-free range. Reads Paxton tokens + EM 125 kHz credentials, IP67 weatherproof. The Chicago choice for premium architectural entries on Paxton Net2 / Switch2 — high-traffic main building entries, premium office lobbies, vehicle gate pedestrian access, and any position where extended read range matters.
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Paxton KP50
The Paxton KP50 (355-110) combines a 125 kHz proximity reader with an integrated PIN keypad in a single unit for Paxton Net2 / Switch2 systems — supports card + PIN 2-factor authentication. Standard 2" wall-mount form factor, IP67 outdoor weatherproof. The Chicago choice for sensitive-area 2-factor doors on Paxton Net2 / Switch2 — banking back-office, healthcare restricted areas, server rooms.
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Paxton Net2 EX Desktop
The Paxton Net2 EX Desktop Reader (514-326) is a USB-connected multi-format enrollment reader for Paxton Net2 systems — reads Paxton, EM, MIFARE Classic / DESFire EV1 / Plus / Ultralight / Mini, Magstripe, and HID Prox (with activation) at the admin desk for credential enrollment into Net2 software. The Chicago choice for Paxton Net2 admin desks at HOA front offices, building manager stations, HR enrollment, and education / healthcare administration.
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Paxton10 Slimline Reader
The Paxton10 Slimline Reader (010-296) is a compact 48 mm-wide multi-format mullion-mount reader for the Paxton10 cloud-managed access control system — supports Paxton tokens, EM, MIFARE DESFire CSN, HID Prox 125 kHz, FeliCa, NFC, and built-in Bluetooth (token / touch-to-enter / long-range). IK10 + IP67. The Chicago choice for narrow-frame indoor and protected-outdoor doors at offices, condos, HOA buildings, and small commercial properties on Paxton10 cloud.
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