Linear 2520-011 Card Reader on Gooseneck Stand
The Linear 2520-011 card reader on gooseneck stand is a complete access-control station used at vehicle entrances where the reader needs to be positioned near the driver window. Instead of mounting the reader to a wall, column, or separate pedestal, this assembly provides the reader and gooseneck-style mounting arrangement as a serviceable Linear part. It is commonly selected for gated communities, commercial entrances, parking areas, employee access lanes, and controlled driveway entries that use card credentials. Correct fitment is important because the reader hardware must match the access-control system, credential technology, wiring method, and lane layout already on site. If the existing installation uses a separate keypad, intercom, proximity reader, dual reader, or different card format, a similar-looking access station may not be a direct replacement.
Compatible With
- Linear / OSCO gate access-control installations using part number 2520-011
- Single-period card reader applications requiring a gooseneck vehicle-height stand
- Commercial, industrial, parking, and gated-property access lanes using compatible card credentials
- Select Linear PRO Access systems where the controller and credential technology match the existing reader
- Not a universal keypad, intercom, or multi-technology reader replacement
Features & Specifications
| Manufacturer | Linear / OSCO |
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| Product Type | Card reader with gooseneck stand |
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| Part Number | 2520-011 |
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| Application | Vehicle-height credential access at gate or parking entrances |
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| Compatible Operator Type | Gate access-control systems using a compatible card reader/controller setup |
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| Security Technology | Card reader - verify credential format and controller compatibility |
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| Included Components | Card reader and gooseneck stand assembly |
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| Notes | Match by part number, reader technology, wiring, and site mounting requirements |
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Also Known As / Related Part Numbers
- 2520-011
- LIN-2520-011
- Linear 2520-011
- Card Reader 1PD on Gooseneck Stand
- Card Reader on Gooseneck Stand
- Linear PRO Access 2520-011
Technician Note
Reader replacements depend on credential technology and controller compatibility. A reader with the same mounting style is not automatically compatible if the card format or wiring protocol is different.
Before Ordering
- Confirm the manufacturer part number on the existing part or parts diagram.
- Compare the product function, mounting style, wiring, and included components to the current installation.
- Do not assume similar-looking Linear, OSCO, or Linear PRO Access parts are interchangeable.
- Verify credential/card technology and access-control panel compatibility.
- Check reader housing, cable entry, and mounting height or enclosure requirements.
Professional Advisory
For access-control and intercom equipment, verify wiring, power, controller compatibility, and mounting before installation. A qualified technician should be used when the existing system condition is uncertain.
Product Q&A
Is the 2520-011 a complete card reader station?
Yes. It is listed as a card reader mounted on a gooseneck stand for single-period reader applications. The access controller and credentials still need to be compatible with the reader technology.
Can this replace a wall-mounted reader?
Only if the system wiring, reader format, and mounting layout support the change. A gooseneck reader is normally used at vehicle height, while wall-mounted readers may use different housings or cable entry.
What should be checked before ordering this reader?
Confirm the 2520-011 part number, card technology, credential format, controller input type, cable routing, and whether the site needs a gooseneck stand.
Is this the same as a keypad or intercom station?
No. This is a card reader assembly. Keypads, intercom stations, and telephone entry systems use different wiring and control functions.
Where is this reader commonly used?
It is commonly used at gate, parking, and controlled vehicle entrances where drivers present a card from the vehicle window.
