GC-2673 IP68 Keypad with NFC Reader: Dual-Method Driver ID for Fleet Vehicles

Most driver identification keypads ask drivers to do one thing: enter a PIN. The GC-2673 IP68 Keypad with NFC Reader goes further — it gives every driver two ways to authenticate: a secure PIN or a quick tap of an NFC card. Housed in a rugged IP68-rated enclosure, it's built for the kind of fleet environments where standard kit simply doesn't survive.

What Is the GC-2673?

The GC-2673 is a 2-in-1 driver identification device that combines a traditional PIN keypad with a built-in 13.56 MHz NFC reader in a single unit. It connects to your GPS tracker via the 1-Wire / iButton protocol — the same interface used by standard iButton keys — so it drops into existing Teltonika, Queclink, and Ruptela setups without any wiring changes.

When a driver approaches the vehicle, they can either enter their personal PIN on the keypad or tap their NFC card — whichever is quickest in the moment. The tracker receives the driver ID and logs it exactly as it would with any other 1-Wire identification method.

IP68 — Built for Real Fleet Conditions

IP68 is the highest standard rating for dust and water ingress protection — it means the device can be fully submerged, not just splashed. For a driver ID keypad mounted inside a cab, this matters more than you might expect.

Construction vehicles, agricultural machinery, waste trucks, and utility fleets all operate in environments where moisture, mud, and dust are a constant. Lower-rated keypads corrode, fail intermittently, or stop registering input — creating gaps in your driver ID records and frustrated drivers. The GC-2673's IP68 housing eliminates that risk entirely.

Why Dual Authentication Changes Fleet Operations

Single-method driver ID systems have a recurring operational problem: the method fails. iButton fobs get lost. PIN codes get forgotten, especially by temporary drivers or agency workers. Every time a driver can't authenticate, someone has to intervene — and in the meantime, the vehicle either sits idle or moves without a logged driver.

The GC-2673 removes this bottleneck by offering two independent authentication routes on a single device:

• Regular drivers issue NFC cards — faster than typing, works with gloves, no code to remember

• Temporary or visiting drivers use a PIN — no physical card needed, assigned remotely

• Either method works as a fallback for the other — a forgotten card doesn't ground a vehicle

Fleet managers get complete, unbroken driver logs without the gaps that come from authentication failures.

Compatible With Teltonika, Queclink, Ruptela, and More

The GC-2673 communicates via the 1-Wire protocol, which simulates the DS1990A Serial Number iButton interface supported by all major telematics hardware. Confirmed compatible platforms include:

• Teltonika (FMB, FMC, FMM, TAT series)

• Queclink (GV series and GL series)

• Ruptela

• Digital Matter

• Any tracker with 1-Wire / iButton input

If your tracker already reads iButton fobs, the GC-2673 will work with it — no firmware changes, no additional configuration beyond assigning driver IDs.

Who Should Be Using the GC-2673?

The GC-2673 suits any fleet operator who needs reliable driver identification and can't afford gaps from hardware failures or lost credentials. It's particularly well-suited to:

• Construction and plant hire fleets — outdoor environments, heavy dust and moisture

• Waste and recycling operators — frequent vehicle swaps, mixed permanent and temporary drivers

• Agricultural and utility fleets — remote locations where losing a fob is a real operational problem

• Telematics installers — looking for a single keypad SKU that covers all client use cases

Available Now from UK Stock

The GC-2673 is stocked in the UK and available to order directly from Tracking Hardware UK. No lengthy lead times, no international shipping. If you're a telematics installer or fleet operator looking to trial the device, we can discuss volume pricing and sample units.

You can view full specifications and order the GC-2673 IP68 Keypad with NFC Reader here.

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Shop Driver Identification Keypads

Browse our complete range of driver identification keypads — compatible with Teltonika, Queclink, and Ruptela trackers. Popular models include the GC-2673 IP68 Keypad with NFC Reader and the EC-19521 10-Digit PIN Keypad, available now from UK stock.

All Teltonika and Queclink devices we supply are fully unlocked — not tied to any specific telematics platform or fleet management software. You are free to use them with any compatible platform.

Further Reading

If you found this article useful, these related guides may also help: Driver ID Keypad Compatibility Guide — Driver ID Keypads vs RFID Readers — What Is a Driver Identification Keypad?.