Siemens SIMATIC Ident, SIMATIC RF200 System Manual

SIMATIC RF200

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SIMATIC Ident

RFID systems SIMATIC RF200

System Manual

07/2015

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Introduction

1

Safety notes

2

System overview

3

RF200 system planning

4

Readers

5

Antennas

6

Transponder

7

System integration

8

System diagnostics

9

Appendix

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NOTICE

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Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical

maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems. The permissible ambient conditions must be complied with. The information in the relevant documentation must be observed.

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Introduction

Scope of validity of this document

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Further information

SIMATIC RF200 is a compact RFID system in the SIMATIC RFID product family. The product range comprises cost-efficient RF readers that are ideal for use in small assembly lines or in intralogistics. SIMATIC RF200 RFID readers only support the RFID standard ISO 15693 and are therefore ideal for operation with the extensive range of ISO 15693 transponders.

The readers of the RF200 product family are available with the following interfaces:

● RS-422 for connecting to the communications modules

● RS-232 with a simple ASCII protocol for connection to PCs and third-party controllers

● IO-Link for connection to IO Link masters from Siemens and third-party controllers

Readers with an internal antenna have a particularly compact design (RF210R/RF220R/RF240R/RF260R). RF250R and RF290R are designed for operation with external antennas either to achieve longer distances or larger field sizes (RF290R with ANT D5/D6/D10) or to allow installation where there is very little space (RF250R with ANT 3/8/12/18/30).

This documentation is valid for all variants of the SIMATIC RF200 system and describes the devices shipped as of July 2015.

SIMATIC ®, SIMATIC RF ®, MOBY ®, RF MANAGER ® and SIMATIC Sensors ® are registered trademarks of Siemens AG.

For additional information, refer to the manuals:

● Function manual "Ident profile and Ident blocks" (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/us/en/view/106368029

● Function manual "FB 45" (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/21738808

)

● Operating instructions "RF200 IO-Link" (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/60641859

● System manual "MOBY D" (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/13628689

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Introduction

History

Output

Note

03/2011

First edition

RS-232 interface

09/2011

Expansion of the documentation with the device variant RF240R

1.1

Abbreviations and naming conventions

Write/read device (SLG)

Readers

Mobile data storage unit (MDS)

Transponder, tag

Interface module (ASM)

Communications module (CM)

1.1 Abbreviations and naming conventions

● Operating instructions "RF310M" (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/us/en/view/51812642

)

● Product information "RF200 command set" (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/us/en/view/44864850

)

The following issues of the SIMATIC RF200 system manual have been published:

05/2011 Expansion of the documentation with the addition of the device variant RF260R with

03/2013 Expansion of the documentation with the device variant RF290R 09/2013 Expansion of the documentation by the following:

• the device variant RF250R

• the device variants RF240R and RF260R with ASCII interface

• Antennas ANT 8, ANT 12, ANT 18 and ANT 30

• Transponders

07/2015 Expansion of the documentation by the following:

• ANT 3 antennas

• MDS D5xx transponder

• Mobile reader RF210R

The following terms/abbreviations are used synonymously in this document:

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NOTICE

Repairs

WARNING

System expansion

NOTICE

SIMATIC RFID products comply with the salient safety specifications to IEC, VDE, EN, UL and CSA. If you have questions about the validity of the installation in the planned environment, please contact your service representative.

Alterations to the devices are not permitted.

Failure to observe this requirement shall constitute a revocation of the radio equipment approval, CE approval and manufacturer's warranty.

Repairs may only be carried out by authorized qualified personnel.

Unauthorized opening of and improper repairs to the device may result in substantial damage to equipment or risk of personal injury to the user.

Only install system expansion devices designed for this device. If you install other upgrades, you may damage the system or violate the safety requirements and regulations for radio frequency interference suppression. Contact your technical support team or your sales outlet to find out which system upgrades are suitable for installation.

If you cause system defects by installing or exchanging system expansion devices, the warranty becomes void.

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Safety notes

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SIMATIC RF200 is an inductive identification system that is compatible with the ISO 15693 standard and was specially designed for use in industrial production for the control and optimization of material flows.

In contrast to SIMATIC RF300, SIMATIC RF200 is intended for RFID applications where performance requirements are not very high, for example with regard to data volume, transfer rate or diagnostics options. SIMATIC RF200 is characterized by particularly favorable prices.

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System overview

3.1

RFID components and their function

RF200 system components

3.1 RFID components and their function

Figure 3-1 RF200 system overview

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Transponder

RF210R/

RF210M

RF220R

RF240R

RF250R

with

RF260R

RF290R 4)

RF310M

ANT 3

ANT 8

ANT 12

ANT 18

ANT 30

MDS D100

MDS D117

MDS D124

MDS D126

MDS D127

MDS D139 1)

MDS D160 2)

MDS D165

MDS D200

MDS D261

MDS D324

MDS D339

MDS D400

MDS D421

MDS D422

MDS D423

MDS D424

MDS D425

MDS D426

MDS D428

MDS D460

MDS D521

3.1 RFID components and their function

Table 3- 1 Possible reader-transponder combinations

-- ○ ✓ ○ -- -- -- ○ ✓ ✓ ✓

○ -- -- -- ✓ ✓ -- -- -- -- ✓

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ -- -- ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

-- ✓ ✓ ✓ -- -- -- ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

6)

✓ -- -- -- ✓ ✓ -- -- -- -- ✓

-- ○ ○ ○ -- -- -- ○ ✓ ✓ ✓

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ -- ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

-- ○ ✓ ○ -- -- -- ○ ✓ ✓ ✓

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ -- ○ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

-- ○ ○ ○ -- -- -- ○ ✓ ✓ ✓

-- -- ✓ ○ -- -- -- ○ ✓ ✓ ✓

✓ ○ -- -- ✓ ✓ ✓ -- -- -- ✓

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ -- ✓ ✓ ✓ -- -- ✓

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ -- -- ✓ ✓ ✓ -- ✓

6)

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ -- -- ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ -- ✓ ✓ ✓ -- -- ✓

-- ✓ ✓ ✓ -- -- -- ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ -- ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ -- ✓

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ -- ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ○ / ✓ 5) ✓

✓ ○ -- -- ✓ ✓ ✓ -- -- -- ✓

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Transponder

RF210R/

RF210M

RF220R

RF240R

RF250R

with

RF260R

RF290R 4)

RF310M

ANT 3

ANT 8

ANT 12

ANT 18

ANT 30

MDS D522

MDS D524

MDS D526

MDS D528

1)

2)

3)

4)

5)

6)

only in conjunction with RF310M for external antennas (6GT2803-1AC10)

✓

Combination possible

--

Combination not possible

Combination possible, but not recommended

3.1 RFID components and their function

3)

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ -- -- ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

-- ✓ ✓ ✓ -- -- -- ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ -- ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ -- ✓

only with the article number 6GT2600-0AA10

only with the article number 6GT2600-0AB10 The transponder MDS D522 special variant has the same compatibility as the transponder MDS D522. in conjunction with ANT D5, D6 or D10 combination recommended only in conjunction with ANT D5.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ -- ✓ ✓ ✓ -- -- ✓

○

6)

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3.2

Overview of transponders

Overview of typical areas of application of ISO transponders for RF200

Transponder

Area of application

ranges are achieved in combination with the SIMATIC RF260R reader.

tool identification.

MDS D124

Application areas in factory automation (e.g. small paintshops to 180°C).

logistics; can also be deployed in harsh conditions.

identification.

and distribution logistics, right up to product identification

and distribution logistics, right up to product identification.

For typical areas of application, see "MDS D139".

3.2 Overview of transponders

MDS D100 From simple identification such as electronic barcode replacement or supplementation, through ware-

house and distribution logistics, right up to product identification. With this transponder, the maximum

MDS D117 Very compact data carrier that can be cemented into objects where precise positioning is necessary. e.g.

MDS D126 Compact and rugged ISO transponder; suitable for identification of transport units in production-related

MDS D127 Very compact data carrier that can be screwed into areas where precise positioning is necessary. e.g. tool

MDS D139 1) Applications in production automation with high temperature demands (up to +220 °C).

Typical application areas:

• Paintshops and their preparatory treatments

• Primer coat, electrolytic dip area, cataphoresis with the associated drying furnaces

• Top coat area with drying furnaces

• Washing areas at temperatures > 85 °C

• Other applications with higher temperatures

MDS D160 2) Typical applications are, for example:

• Rented work clothing

• Hotel laundry

• Surgical textiles

• Hospital clothing

• Dirt collection mats

• Clothing for nursing homes/hostels

• Assembly lines with very small workpiece holders

MDS D165 Smart label (self-adhesive label)

From simple identification such as electronic barcode replacement/supplementation, through warehouse

MDS D200 From simple identification such as electronic barcode replacement/supplementation, through warehouse

MDS D261 Smart label (self-adhesive label)

The design of the transponder (self-adhesive label) permits a variety of designs in order to ensure optimum dimensioning for the widest variety of applications.

From simple identification such as electronic barcode replacement/supplementation, through warehouse

MDS D324 Production and distribution logistics as well as in assembly and production lines MDS D339 Applications in production automation with high temperature demands (up to +220 °C).

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Transponder

Area of application

tion logistics right through to product identification.

workpiece holders

MDS D422

Identification of metallic workpiece holders, workpieces or containers

MDS D424

Production and distribution logistics as well as in assembly and production lines

and workpiece holders

logistics; can also be deployed in harsh conditions

Use in assembly and production lines in the powertrain sector

MDS D460

Assembly lines with very small workpiece holders

carriers and exact positioning are required, e.g. tool identification, workpiece holders.

MDS D522

Identification of metallic workpiece holders, workpieces or containers

ants

logistics; can also be deployed in harsh environmental conditions

Use in assembly and production lines in the powertrain sector

1)

2)

Only with the MLFB 6GT2600-0AB10

Overview of the memory sizes of the ISO transponders for RF200

Transponder

Memory size

MDS D1xx

112 bytes of EEPROM

MDS D2xx

256 bytes of EEPROM

MDS D3xx

992 bytes of EEPROM

MDS D4xx

2000 bytes FRAM

MDS D5xx

8192 bytes FRAM

3.2 Overview of transponders

MDS D400 Simple identification such as electronic barcode replacement/supplements, from warehouse and distribu-

MDS D421 The MDS D421 is designed for tool coding according to DIN 69873.

It can be used wherever small data carriers and exact positioning are required, e.g. tool identification,

MDS D423 Identification of metallic workpiece holders, workpieces or containers, production automation

MDS D425 Compact and rugged ISO transponder; suitable for screw mounting.

Use in assembly and production lines in the powertrain sector; ideal for mounting on motors, gearboxes,

MDS D426 Compact and rugged ISO transponder; suitable for identification of transport units in production-related

MDS D428 Compact and rugged ISO transponder; suitable for screw mounting

MDS D521 The MDS D521 is constructed for tool coding according to DIN 69873. It can be used wherever small data

MDS D522

If Identification of metallic workpiece holders or workpieces

Special vari-

MDS D524 Production and distribution logistics as well as in assembly and production lines MDS D526 Compact and rugged ISO transponder; suitable for identification of transport units in production-related

MDS D528 Compact and rugged ISO transponder; suitable for screw mounting

Only with the MLFB 6GT2600-0AA10

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4.1

Fundamentals of application planning

4.1.1

Selection criteria for SIMATIC RF200 components

4.1.2

Transmission window and read/write distance

Assess your application according to the following criteria, in order to choose the right SIMATIC RF200 components:

● Static or dynamic data transfer

● Data volume to be transferred

● Speed in case of dynamic transfer

● Ambient conditions such as relative humidity, temperature, chemical impacts, etc.

The reader generates an inductive alternating field. The field is strongest close to the reader; however, a read/write distance of "zero" between reader and transponder is not recommended.

The strength of the field decreases in proportion to the distance from the reader. The distribution of the field depends on the structure and geometry of the antennas in the reader and transponder

A prerequisite for the function of the transponder is a minimum field strength at the transponder, which is still barely achieved at distance S

from the reader.

g

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Sa

Operating distance between transponder and reader

sponder, at which the transmission can still function under normal conditions)

L

Diameter of a transmission window

SP

Intersection of the axes of symmetry of the transponder

4.1 Fundamentals of application planning

The picture below shows the transmission window of the SIMATIC RF210R and SIMATIC RF220R readers between transponder and reader:

Sg Limit distance (maximum clear distance between upper surface of the reader and the tran-

Figure 4-1 RF210R/RF220R transmission window

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Sa

Operating distance between transponder and reader

sponder, at which the transmission can still function under normal conditions)

L

Length of a transmission window

M

Field centerpoint

4.1 Fundamentals of application planning

The figure below shows the transmission window of the SIMATIC RF240R and SIMATIC RF260R readers between transponder and reader:

Sg Limit distance (maximum clear distance between upper surface of the reader and the tran-

Figure 4-2 RF240R/RF260R transmission window

The transponder can be used as soon as the intersection (SP) of the transponder enters the area of the transmission window.

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4.1.3

Width of the transmission window

Determining the width of the transmission window

B:

Width of the transmission window

L:

Length of the transmission window

Tracking tolerances

4.1 Fundamentals of application planning

From the diagrams above, it can also be seen that operation is possible within the area

and Sg. The active operating area reduces as the distance increases, and

a

. Only static mode should thus be used in the area

g

and Sg.

a

between S shrinks to a single point at distance S between S

The following approximation formula can be used for practical applications:

The width of the transmission window (B) is particularly important for the mechanical tracking tolerance. The formula for the dwell time is valid without restriction when B is observed.

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4.1.4

Impact of secondary fields

①

Main field

②

Secondary field

4.1 Fundamentals of application planning

Secondary fields in the range from 0 mm to 30% of the limit distance (Sg) generally always exist. They should, however, only be used during configuration in exceptional cases, since the read/write distances are very limited. Exact details of the secondary field geometry cannot be given, since these values depend heavily on the operating distance and the application. When working in dynamic mode, remember that during the transition from the secondary field to the main field the presence of the tag is lost temporarily. It is therefore advisable to select a distance > 30 % of S

.

g

Figure 4-3 Gap in the field resulting from secondary fields

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Secondary fields without shielding

①

Main field

②

Secondary field

4.1 Fundamentals of application planning

The following graphic shows typical primary and secondary fields, if no shielding measures are taken.

Figure 4-4 Secondary field without shielding

In this arrangement, the reader can also read tags via the secondary field. Shielding is required in order to prevent unwanted reading via the secondary field, as shown and described in the following.

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Secondary fields with shielding

①

Main field

②

Secondary field

4.1 Fundamentals of application planning

The following graphic shows typical primary and secondary fields, with metal shielding this time.

The metal shielding prevents the reader from detecting tags via the secondary field.

Figure 4-5 Secondary field with shielding

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4.1.5

Permissible directions of motion of the transponder

Detection area and direction of motion of the transponder

4.1 Fundamentals of application planning

The transponder and reader have no polarization axis, i.e. the transponder can come in from any direction, assume any position as parallel as possible to the reader, and cross the transmission window. The figure below shows the active area for various directions of transponder motion:

Transmission window

Figure 4-6 Detection areas of the reader for different directions of transponder motion

Direction of motion of the transponder

Detection area L x W

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4.1.6

Operation in static and dynamic mode

Operation in static mode

Note

Note that in a metallic environment the values for

Operation in dynamic mode

4.1 Fundamentals of application planning

If working in static mode, the transponder can be operated up to the limit distance (Sg). The transponder must then be positioned exactly over the reader:

Figure 4-7 Operation in static mode

When working in dynamic mode, the transponder moves past the reader. The transponder can be used as soon as the intersection (SP) of the transponder enters the circle of the transmission window. In dynamic mode, the operating distance (S [Operating distances, see Chapter Field data of transponders and readers (Page 36)]

the limit distance are reduced.

) is of primary importance.

a

Figure 4-8 Operation in dynamic mode

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4.1.7

Dwell time of the transponder

tV:

Dwell time of the transponder

L: Length of the transmission window

v

:

Speed of the transponder (tag) in dynamic mode

0,8: Constant factor used to compensate for temperature impacts and production tole ances

tV::

Dwell time of the data memory within the field of the reader

tK:

Communication time between transponder and communication module

4.1 Fundamentals of application planning

The dwell time is the time in which the transponder remains within the transmission window of a reader. The reader can exchange data with the transponder during this time.

The dwell time is calculated thus:

Tag

r-

The dwell time can be of any duration in static mode. The dwell time must be sufficiently long to allow communication with the transponder.

The dwell time is defined by the system environment in dynamic mode. The volume of data to be transferred must be matched to the dwell time or vice versa. In general:

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4.1.8

Communication between communication module, reader and transponder

Aids for calculating the data transmission times

4.1 Fundamentals of application planning

User-friendly calculation tools are available for the communications modules ASM 456, RF160C, RF170C and RF180C to calculate data transfer times. The calculation tools can be found on the DVD "RFID Systems Software & Documentation", article number 6GT20802AA20.

Figure 4-9 User interface of the calculation tool for command processing time

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Aids for calculating the field data

4.2

Field data of transponders and readers

Tolerances of ±20 % are permitted due to production or temperature

conditions.

Note Transmission gaps

I center of the field. Communication with the transponder is not possible in the transmission gap.

4.2 Field data of transponders and readers

You will also find a tool for calculating field data on the DVD "RFID Systems, Software & Documentation". Using this tool, among other things you can calculate the operating distance (S

), limit distance (Sg) and transmission window (L).

a

Figure 4-10 User interface of the calculation tool for field data acquisition

The following tables show the field data for all SIMATIC RF200 components of transponders and readers. This makes the correct selection of a transponder and reader particularly easy.

All the technical specifications listed are typical data and are applicable for an ambient temperature between 0 °C and +50 °C, a supply voltage between 22 and 27 VDC and a metal-free environment.

If the entire voltage range at the reader of 20 VDC to 30 VDC and/or the entire temperature range of transponders and readers is used, the field data is subject to further tolerances.

f the minimum operating distance (Sa) is not observed, a transmission gap can occur in the

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4.2.1

Field data

Length of the transmis-

sion window (Ld)

Operating distance (Sa)

Limit distance (Sg)

MDS D124

25

1 ... 18

20

MDS D127

MDS D160

20

1 ... 10

12

MDS D324

20

1 ... 8

9

MDS D421

5

0 ... 3

4

MDS D422 8 1 ... 9

10

MDS D423

20

2 ... 10

12

MDS D424

24

1 ... 16

18

MDS D425

12

1 ... 6

7

MDS D428

20

1 ... 10

11

MDS D460 8 1 … 8

9

MDS D521 5 0 ... 3

4

MDS D522 8 1 ... 8

9

MDS D522 Special variants

MDS D524

20

1 ... 15

17

MDS D528

15

1 ... 10

11

1)

All dimensions in mm.

Length of the transmis-

sion window (Ld)

Operating distance (Sa)

Limit distance (Sg)

MDS D124

35

1 ... 28

31

MDS D126

45

2 ... 30

35

MDS D160

20

1 ... 20

22

MDS D324

MDS D422

18

1 ... 12

14

MDS D423

MDS D424

30

2 ... 25

29

MDS D425

20

1 ... 11

13

MDS D426

40

2 ... 25

30

MDS D428

25

1 ... 18

21

MDS D460

25

1 ... 18

20

4.2 Field data of transponders and readers

The limit distances (Sg) and operating distances (Sa) along with the length of the transmission window for each reader-transponder combination are listed in the tables below.

Table 4- 1 SIMATIC RF210R field data

1)

3 0 ... 2 2

The transponder is only suitable for static mode.

Table 4- 2 SIMATIC RF220R field data

30 2 ... 21 25

30 2 ...24 28

8 1 ... 8 9

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Length of the transmis-

sion window (Ld)

Operating distance (Sa)

Limit distance (Sg)

MDS D522

15

1 ... 10

12

MDS D522 Special variants

MDS D524

25

2 ... 22

25

MDS D526

MDS D528

20

1 ... 15

20

All dimensions in mm.

Length of the transmis-

sion window (L)

Operating distance (Sa)

Limit distance (Sg)

MDS D100

100

2 ... 84

95

MDS D124

65

2 ... 53

60

MDS D126

80

2 ... 57

65

MDS D160

50

1 ... 33

37

MDS D165

105

2 ... 80

94

MDS D200

90

2 ... 69

78

MDS D261

70

2 ... 60

70

MDS D324

55

1 ... 36

40

MDS D400

95

2 ... 80

90

MDS D422

25

1 ... 12

15

MDS D423

45

2 ... 35

40

MDS D424

75

1 ... 47

53

MDS D425

30

1 ... 15

17

MDS D426

65

2 ... 45

55

MDS D428

MDS D460

50

1 ... 30

34

MDS D522

MDS D522 Special variants

MDS D524

60

1 ... 45

55

MDS D526

60

2 ... 45

55

MDS D528

40

1 ... 30

35

All dimensions in mm.

4.2 Field data of transponders and readers

15 1 ... 10 12

30 2 ... 25 30

Table 4- 3 SIMATIC RF240R field data

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20 1 ... 10 12

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sion window (Ld)

Operating distance (Sa)

Limit distance (Sg)

MDS D124

40

1 ... 35

48

MDS D126

MDS D160

24

1 ... 23

30

MDS D324

32

1 ... 22

35

MDS D422

27

0 ... 12

15

MDS D423

30

2 ... 18

26

MDS D424

37

0 ... 34

48

MDS D425

22

1 ... 12

20

MDS D426

65

0 ... 44

58

MDS D428

30

1 ... 20

32

MDS D460

24

1 ... 21

27

MDS D522

20

1 ... 12

15

MDS D522 Special variants

MDS D524

35

1 ... 35

40

MDS D526

45

2 ... 35

45

MDS D528

25

1 ... 20

25

All dimensions in mm.

Length of the transmis-

sion window (Ld)

Operating distance (Sa)

Limit distance (Sg)

MDS D117 2 0 ... 2

3

MDS D127 3 0 ... 3

4

MDS D421 3 0 ... 3

4

MDS D521

All dimensions in mm.

Length of the transmis-

sion window (Ld)

Operating distance (Sa)

Limit distance (Sg)

MDS D117 3 0 ... 3

4

MDS D127 4 0 ... 4

5

MDS D160

18

0 ... 12

17

MDS D421

10

0 ... 3

4

MDS D422

22

0 ... 7

10

MDS D425

12

0 ... 8

10

4.2 Field data of transponders and readers

Table 4- 4 Field data SIMATIC RF250R, with ANT 3

65 0 ... 47 60

20 1 ... 12 15

Table 4- 5 Field data SIMATIC RF250R, with ANT 8

3 0 ... 3 4

Table 4- 6 Field data SIMATIC RF250R, with ANT 12

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Length of the transmis-

sion window (Ld)

Operating distance (Sa)

Limit distance (Sg)

MDS D428

18

1 ... 8

12

MDS D460

MDS D521 5 0 ... 3

4

MDS D522

10

1 ... 7

9

MDS D522 Special variants

MDS D528

15

1 ... 8

12

All dimensions in mm.

Length of the transmis-

sion window (Ld)

Operating distance (Sa)

Limit distance (Sg)

MDS D124

26

0 ... 24

37

MDS D160

22

1 ... 18

26

MDS D324

30

1 ... 18

27

MDS D421

16

0 ... 3

4

MDS D422

24

1 ... 8

14

MDS D423

21

1 ... 15

18

MDS D424

26

1 ... 27

36

MDS D425

19

1 ... 11

16

MDS D428

19

1 ... 18

25

MDS D460

19

1 ... 17

21

MDS D521 6 0 ... 4

5

MDS D522

15

1 ... 10

12

MDS D522 Special variants

MDS D524

30

1 ... 25

30

MDS D528

20

1 ... 15

20

All dimensions in mm.

Length of the transmis-

sion window (Ld)

Operating distance (Sa)

Limit distance (Sg)

MDS D124

40

1 ... 35

48

MDS D126

65

0 ... 47

60

MDS D160

24

1 ... 23

30

MDS D324

32

1 ... 22

35

MDS D422

27

0 ... 12

15

MDS D423

30

2 ... 18

26

4.2 Field data of transponders and readers

16 1 ... 10 14

10 1 ... 7 9

Table 4- 7 Field data SIMATIC RF250R, with ANT 18

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Table 4- 8 Field data SIMATIC RF250R, with ANT 30

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Length of the transmis-

sion window (Ld)

Operating distance (Sa)

Limit distance (Sg)

MDS D424

37

0 ... 34

48

MDS D425

MDS D426

65

0 ... 44

58

MDS D428

30

1 ... 20

32

MDS D460

24

1 ... 21

27

MDS D522

20

1 ... 12

15

MDS D522 Special variants

MDS D524

35

1 ... 35

40

MDS D526

60

2 ... 35

45

MDS D528

25

1 ... 20

25

All dimensions in mm.

Length of the transmis-

sion window (L)

Operating distance (Sa)

Limit distance (Sg)

MDS D100

120

2 ... 110

130

MDS D124

80

2 ... 80

85

MDS D126

110

2 ... 75

100

MDS D139

120

2 ... 80

110

MDS D160

60

2 ... 40

45

MDS D165

120

2 ... 120

135

MDS D200

120

2 ... 100

120

MDS D261

80

2 ... 75

90

MDS D324

80

2 ... 60

70

MDS D339

MDS D400

140

2 ... 110

140

MDS D423

MDS D424

80

2 ... 60

70

MDS D426

75

2 ... 70

85

MDS D428

50

2 ... 40

45

MDS D460

50

2 ... 40

45

MDS D524

70

2 ... 60

70

MDS D526

80

2 ... 70

85

MDS D528

50

2 ... 35

40

All dimensions in mm.

4.2 Field data of transponders and readers

22 1 ... 12 20

20 1 ... 12 15

Table 4- 9 SIMATIC RF260R field data

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55 2 ... 40 45

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Length of the transmis-

sion window (L)

Operating distance (Sa)

Limit distance (Sg)

MDS D100

320

0 ... 400

500

MDS D124

MDS D126

320

0 ... 350

400

MDS D139

320

0 ... 400

500

MDS D160

300

0 ... 130

180

MDS D165

320

0 ... 350

450

MDS D200

320

0 ... 400

500

MDS D261

320

0 ... 300

400

MDS D324

300

0 ... 200

280

MDS D339

320

0 ... 300

380

MDS D400

320

0 ... 400

500

MDS D424

300

0 ... 200

280

MDS D426

320

0 ... 300

350

MDS D460

300

0 ... 120

160

MDS D524

300

0 ... 200

280

MDS D526

320

0 ... 300

350

All dimensions in mm.

Length of the transmission

window (L)

Operating distance (Sa)

Limit distance (Sg)

X direction

Y direction

MDS D100

520

420

0 ... 550

650

MDS D124

500

400

0 ... 220

300

MDS D126

520

420

0 ... 400

500

MDS D139

520

420

0 ... 500

600

MDS D160

MDS D165

520

420

0 ... 400

500

MDS D200

MDS D261

520

420

0 ... 350

450

MDS D324

500

400

0 ... 200

280

MDS D339

520

420

0 ... 400

480

MDS D400

520

420

0 ... 500

650

MDS D424

500

400

0 ... 220

300

MDS D426

520

420

0 ... 350

400

MDS D524

500

400

0 ... 220

300

MDS D526

520

420

0 ... 350

400

All dimensions in mm.

4.2 Field data of transponders and readers

Table 4- 10 Field data SIMATIC RF290R, with ANT D5 (at 4 W)

300 0 ... 200 280

Table 4- 11 Field data SIMATIC RF290R, with ANT D6 (at 4 W)

500 400 0 ... 130 180

520 420 0 ... 500 600

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Length of the transmission

window (L)

Operating distance (Sa)

Limit distance (Sg)

X direction

Y direction

MDS D100

1050

350

0 ... 500

600

MDS D124

1000

300

0 ... 200

280

MDS D126

MDS D139

1050

350

0 ... 450

550

MDS D160

1000

300

0 ... 130

180

MDS D165

1050

350

0 ... 350

450

MDS D200

1050

350

0 ... 450

550

MDS D261

1050

350

0 ... 350

450

MDS D324

1000

300

0 ... 200

280

MDS D339

1050

350

0 ... 300

380

MDS D400

1050

350

0 ... 400

500

MDS D424

1000

300

0 ... 200

280

MDS D426

1050

350

0 ... 350

400

MDS D524

1000

300

0 ... 220

300

MDS D526

1050

350

0 ... 350

400

All dimensions in mm.

4.2 Field data of transponders and readers

Table 4- 12 Field data SIMATIC RF290R, with ANT D10 (at 4 W)

1050 350 0 ... 400 500

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4.2.2

Minimum clearances

Minimum distance from transponder to transponder

RF210R

RF220R

RF240R

RF260R

MDS D100

--

≥ 240

MDS D117

MDS D124

≥ 25

≥ 40

≥ 90

≥ 180

MDS D126

MDS D127

≥ 15

--

MDS D139

--

≥ 200

MDS D160

≥ 20

≥ 25

≥ 70

≥ 150

MDS D165

--

≥ 240

MDS D200

--

≥ 240

MDS D261

--

≥ 200

MDS D324

≥ 25

≥ 40

≥ 90

≥ 180

MDS D339

--

≥ 200

MDS D400

--

≥ 240

MDS D421

≥ 10

--

MDS D422

≥ 15

≥ 20

≥ 50

--

MDS D423

--

≥ 80

≥ 160

MDS D424

≥ 25

≥ 40

≥ 90

≥ 180

MDS D425

≥ 20

≥ 25

≥ 75

--

MDS D426

--

≥ 50

≥ 90

≥ 180

MDS D428

≥ 25

≥ 75

≥ 150

MDS D460

MDS D521

≥ 10

--

MDS D522

≥ 15

≥ 20

≥ 50

--

MDS D522 Special variants

MDS D524

MDS D526

--

≥ 50

≥ 90

≥ 180

MDS D528

≥ 25

≥ 75

≥ 150

All values are in mm, relative to the operating distance (S

between transponder edge and transponder edge

4.2 Field data of transponders and readers

The specified distances refer to a metal-free environment. For a metallic environment, the specified minimum distances must be multiplied by a factor of 1.5.

Table 4- 13 Minimum clearances for transponders

≥ 15 -- -- --

-- ≥ 50 ≥ 100 ≥ 180

≥ 20 ≥ 25 ≥ 70 ≥ 150

≥ 25 ≥ 40 ≥ 90 ≥ 180

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) between reader and transponder, and

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RF250R

1)

RF290R

2)

ANT 3

ANT 8

ANT 12

ANT 18

ANT 30

ANT D5

ANT D6

ANT D10

MDS D100

--

≥ 1000

≥ 1500

≥ 2000

MDS D117

--

≥ 30

≥ 50

--

MDS D124

MDS D126

≥ 100

--

≥ 100

≥ 1000

≥ 1500

≥ 2000

MDS D127

--

≥ 40

≥ 60

--

MDS D139

--

≥ 1000

≥ 1500

≥ 2000

MDS D160

≥ 100

--

≥ 60

≥ 80

≥ 100

≥ 800

≥ 1200

≥ 1800

MDS D165

--

≥ 1000

≥ 1500

≥ 2000

MDS D200

--

≥ 1000

≥ 1500

≥ 2000

MDS D261

--

≥ 1000

≥ 1500

≥ 2000

MDS D324

≥ 100

--

≥ 80

≥ 100

≥ 800

≥ 1200

≥ 1800

MDS D339

--

≥ 1000

≥ 1500

≥ 2000

MDS D400

--

≥ 1000

≥ 1500

≥ 2000

MDS D421

--

≥ 30

≥ 40

≥ 50

--

MDS D422

≥ 70

--

≥ 50

≥ 60

≥ 70

--

MDS D423

≥ 100

--

≥ 80

≥ 100

--

MDS D424

≥ 100

--

≥ 80

≥ 100

≥ 800

≥ 1200

≥ 1800

MDS D425

≥ 80

--

≥ 50

≥ 60

≥ 80

--

MDS D426

≥ 100

--

≥ 100

≥ 800

≥ 1200

≥ 1800

MDS D428

≥ 80

--

≥ 50

≥ 60

≥ 80

--

MDS D460

≥ 100

--

≥ 60

≥ 80

≥ 100

≥ 800

--

MDS D521

MDS D522

≥ 70

--

≥ 50

≥ 60

≥ 70

--

MDS D522 Special variants

MDS D524

≥ 100

--

≥ 80

≥ 100

≥ 800

≥ 1200

≥ 1800

MDS D526

≥ 100

--

≥ 100

≥ 800

≥ 1200

≥ 1800

MDS D528

≥ 80

--

≥ 50

≥ 60

≥ 80

--

1)

2)

All values are in mm, relative to the operating distance (S

between transponder edge and transponder edge

4.2 Field data of transponders and readers

Table 4- 14 Minimum clearances for transponders

≥ 100 -- -- ≥ 80 ≥ 100 ≥ 800 ≥ 1200 ≥ 1800

-- ≥ 30 ≥ 40 ≥ 50 -- -- -- --

≥ 70 -- ≥ 50 ≥ 60 ≥ 70 -- -- --

Depends on the connected antenna (ANT 3, 8, 12, 18 or 30). Depends on the connected antenna (ANT D5, D6 or D10).

) between reader and transponder, and

a

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Minimum distance from reader to reader

RF210R to

RF210R

RF220R to

RF220R

RF240R to

RF240R

ANT x to ANT x

with RF250R

RF260R to

RF260R

ANT Dx to

ANT Dx

with RF290R

≥ 2000 mm

ANT 12: ≥ 60 mm

≥ 100 mm

All values are in mm

Note Effect on inductive fields by not maintaining the minimum distances of the readers

If the values fall below those specified in the "minimum distance readers or antennas", there is a risk of the function being affected by inductive fields. In this case, the data transfer time would increase unpredictably or a command would be aborted with

Keeping to the values specified in the "Minimum distance readers or antennas" table is therefore essential.

4.2 Field data of transponders and readers

Table 4- 15 Minimum distances to readers or antennas

≥ 60 mm ≥ 100 mm ≥ 120 mm ANT 3: ≥ 100 mm ≥ 150 mm ANT D5:

ANT 8: ≥ 50 mm ANT D10:

≥ 2000 mm

ANT 18: ≥ 80 mm

ANT 30:

an error.

If the specified minimum distance cannot be complied with due to the physical configuration, the SET-ANT command can be used to activate and deactivate the HF field of the reader. The application software must be used to ensure that only one reader is active (antenna is switched on) at a time.

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4.3

Installation guidelines

4.3.1

Overview

4.3.2

Reduction of interference due to metal

Interference due to metal rack

Problem

Remedy:

4.3 Installation guidelines

The transponder and reader complete with their antennas are inductive devices. Any type of metal in the vicinity of these devices affects their functionality. Some points need to be considered during planning and installation if the values described in the "Field data (Page 37)" section are to retain their validity:

● Minimum spacing between two readers or their antennas

● Minimum distance between two adjacent data memories

● Metal-free area for flush-mounting of readers or their antennas and transponders in metal

● Mounting of multiple readers or their antennas on metal frames or racks

The following sections describe the impact on the operation of the RFID system when mounted in the vicinity of metal.

A metal rack is located above the transmission window of the reader. This affects the entire field. In particular, the transmission window between reader and transponder is reduced.

The transmission window is no longer affected if the transponder is mounted differently.

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Flush-mounting

Flush-mounting of transponders and readers

Problem

Remedy:

affected by metal.)

Remedy:

4.3 Installation guidelines

Flush-mounting of transponders and readers is possible in principle. However, the size of the transmission window is significantly reduced. The following measures can be used to counteract the reduction of the window:

Enlargement of the non-metallic spacer below the transponder and/or reader.

The transponder and/or reader are 10 to 20 mm higher than the metal surround.

(The value x ≥ 100 mm is valid, for example, for RF260R. It indicates

that, for a distance x ≥ 100 mm, the

reader can no longer be significantly

Increase the non-metallic distance a, b.

The following rule of thumb can be used:

• Increase a, b by a factor of 2 to 3 over the values specified for metal-free areas

• Increasing a, b has a greater effect for readers or transponders with a large limit distance than for readers or transponders with a small limit distance.

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Mounting of several readers on metal frames or racks

Mounting of several readers on metal racks

Problem: Interaction between readers

Remedy

4.3.3

Effects of metal on different transponders and readers

Mounting different transponders and readers on metal or flush-mounting

4.3 Installation guidelines

Any reader mounted on metal couples part of the field to the metal frame. There is normally no interaction as long as the minimum distance D and metal-free areas a, b are maintained. However, interaction may take place if an iron frame is positioned unfavorably. Longer data transfer times or sporadic error messages at the communication module are the result.

Increase the distance D between the two readers.

Introduce one or more iron struts in order to shortcircuit the stray fields.

Insert a non-metallic spacer of 20 to 40 millimeter thickness between the reader and the iron frame. This will significantly reduce the induction of stray fields on the rack:

Certain conditions have to be observed when mounting the transponders and readers on metal or flush-mounting. For more information, please refer to the descriptions of the individual transponders and readers in the relevant section.

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4.3.4

Impact of metal on the transmission window

4.3 Installation guidelines

In general, the following points should be considered when mounting RFID components:

● Direct mounting on metal is allowed only in the case of specially approved transponders.

● Flush-mounting of the components in metal reduces the field data; a test is recommended

in critical applications.

● When working inside the transmission window, make sure that no metal rail (or similar part) intersects the transmission field. The metal rail would affect the field data.

● With readers with a large antenna surface (e.g. RF260R) for reasons of communication reliability, when the transponders are flush mounted in metal, a metal-free space around the transponders is recommended. This metal-free space should match the size of the antenna surface.

The impact of metal on the field data (S values in the tables describe field data reduction and show the reduced range as a percentage. The range relates to use in a non-metallic environment. A value of 100% means no influence on the range.

, Sa, L) is shown in a table in this section. The

g

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4.3.4.1

RF210R

Case

Diagram

Description

4.3 Installation guidelines

The RF210R can be flush-mounted in metal. Please allow for a possible reduction in the field data values.

The following table shows the different arrangements for the reader with and without a metallic environment:

a)

b)

Reader metal-free

Reader on metal, distance from metal ≥ 12 mm

c)

d)

Reader in metal, flush against M18 nut

Reader in metal, all around

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Transponder

Reader without direct

metal influence

(Case a, b and d)

Reader flush-

mounted in metal

(Case c)

MDS D124

metal-free

100

82

distance all round 15 mm

MDS D127 distance all round 0 mm

MDS D160 metal-free

100

95

on metal, distance 10 mm

100

95

MDS D324

metal-free

100

90

on metal, distance 15 mm

90

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D421

metal-free

100

90

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D422

metal-free

100

80

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D423

metal-free

100

90

on metal, distance 0 mm

110

100 2)

distance all round 10 mm

MDS D424

metal-free

100

60

on metal, distance 15 mm

90

80

MDS D425 metal-free

100

85

on metal, distance 0 mm

100

85

MDS D428 metal-free

100

90

on metal, distance 0 mm

100

80

MDS D460 metal-free

100

90

on metal, distance 25 mm

100

90

MDS D521

metal-free

100

90

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D522

metal-free

100

80

distance all round 0 mm

4.3 Installation guidelines

To avoid any influence on the field data, in Case d, the distance a should be ≥ 10 mm.

Table 4- 16 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF210R

1)

on metal, distance 15 mm 90 90 flush-mounted in metal;

85 80

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

flush-mounted in metal; distance all round 25 mm

100 75

80 90

75 50

90 40

2)

95 85

85 75

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Transponder

Reader without direct

metal influence

(Case a, b and d)

Reader flush-

mounted in metal

(Case c)

MDS D522 Special variant

metal-free

100

80

MDS D524

metal-free

100

60

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D528 metal-free

100

90

on metal, distance 0 mm

100

80

1)

2)

specifically for mounting in/on metallic surroundings.

4.3 Installation guidelines

flush-mounted in metal; distance all round 0 mm

1)

on metal, distance 15 mm 90 80 flush-mounted in metal;

Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is

adequate clearance to the metal.

Values of > 100 % related to non metal surroundings can occur if transponders were developed

90 40

85 75

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4.3.4.2

RF220R

Case

Diagram

Description

4.3 Installation guidelines

The RF220R can be flush-mounted in metal. Please allow for a possible reduction in the field data values.

The following table shows the different arrangements for the reader with and without a metallic environment:

a)

b)

Reader metal-free

Reader on metal, distance from metal ≥ 12 mm

c)

d)

Reader in metal, flush against M30 nut

Reader in metal, all round

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Transponder

Reader without direct

metal influence

(Case a, b and d)

Reader flush-

mounted in metal

(Case c)

MDS D124

metal-free

100

94

distance all round 15 mm

MDS D126

on metal, distance 25 mm

85

70

distance all round 50 mm

MDS D160 metal-free

100

89

on metal, distance 10 mm

100

89

MDS D324

metal-free

100

90

on metal, distance 15 mm

97

86

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D422

metal-free

100

90

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D423

metal-free

100

90

on metal, distance 0 mm

125 2)

115 2)

distance all round 10 mm

MDS D424

on metal, distance 15 mm

96

89

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D425

metal-free

100

90

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D426

metal-free

100

90

on metal, distance 25 mm

90

75

distance all round 50 mm

MDS D428 metal-free

100

94

on metal, distance 0 mm

100

94

MDS D460 metal-free

100

92

on metal, distance 0 mm

100

92

4.3 Installation guidelines

To avoid any influence on the field data, in Case d, the distance a should be ≥ 15 mm.

Table 4- 17 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF220R

1)

on metal, distance 15 mm 97 89 tag flush-mounted in metal;

1)

metal-free 100 75

86 83

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

80 65

93 86

flush-mounted in metal;

85 85

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

metal-free 100 93

flush-mounted in metal;

80 75

86 82

screwed onto metal 100 75 flush-mounted in metal;

95 75

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80 70

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Reader without direct

metal influence

(Case a, b and d)

Reader flush-

mounted in metal

(Case c)

MDS D522

metal-free

100

90

MDS D522 Special variant

metal-free

100

90

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D524

metal-free

100

93

on metal, distance 0 mm

96

89

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D526

metal-free

100

90

on metal, distance 25 mm

90

75

distance all round 50 mm

MDS D528 metal-free

100

94

on metal, distance 0 mm

100

94

1)

2)

specifically for mounting in/on metallic surroundings.

4.3.4.3

RF240R

4.3 Installation guidelines

flush-mounted in metal; distance all round 0 mm

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

85 85

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

86 82

80 70

Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is

adequate clearance to the metal.

Values of > 100 % related to non metal surroundings can occur if transponders were developed

The RF240R can be flush-mounted in metal. Please allow for a possible reduction in the field data values.

Figure 4-11 metal-free space RF240R

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Transponder

Reader without

direct

metal influence

Reader on

metal

(metal plate)

Reader flush-

mounted in metal

(all round

20 mm)

MDS D100

without metal

100

95

80

distance all round 20 mm

MDS D124

on metal, distance 15 mm

90

80

75

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D126

without metal

100

80

70

on metal, distance 25 mm

80

75

60

distance all round 50 mm

MDS D160 without metal

100

90

80

on metal, distance 10 mm

90

85

80

MDS D165 without metal

100

95

75

on metal, distance 25 mm

75

70

65

MDS D200

without metal

100

95

85

on metal, distance 20 mm

95

80

70

distance all round 20 mm

MDS D261 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 25 mm

85

80

70

MDS D324

on metal, distance 15 mm

95

85

80

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D400

without metal

100

90

80

on metal, distance 20 mm

80

75

55

distance all round 20 mm

MDS D422

without metal

100

90

85

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D423

without metal

100

95

90

on metal, distance 0 mm

150 2)

140 2)

distance all round 10 mm

4.3 Installation guidelines

To avoid any impact on the field data, the distance a should be ≥ 20 mm.

Table 4- 18 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF240R

1)

on metal, distance 20 mm 95 90 75 flush-mounted in metal;

1)

without metal 100 85 75

90 75 70

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

85 70 65

70 55 55

1)

flush-mounted in metal,

70 60 50

1)

without metal 100 90 80

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

90 75 70

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flush-mounted in metal;

75 70 50

90 60 40

70 60 60

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Transponder

Reader without

direct

metal influence

Reader on

metal

(metal plate)

Reader flush-

mounted in metal

(all round

20 mm)

MDS D424

without metal

100

85

80

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D425 on metal, distance 0 mm

95

85

80

MDS D426

without metal

100

80

70

on metal, distance 25 mm

90

80

70

Distance all-round 50 mm

MDS D428 without metal

100

90

85

on metal, distance 0 mm

95

85

83

MDS D460 without metal

100

90

80

on metal, distance 0 mm

90

85

80

MDS D522

metal-free

100

90

85

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D522 Special variant

metal-free

100

90

85

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D524

metal-free

100

85

80

on metal, distance 0 mm

90

80

75

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D526

metal-free

100

80

70

on metal, distance 25 mm

90

80

70

distance all round 50 mm

MDS D528 metal-free

100

90

85

on metal, distance 0 mm

95

85

83

1)

2)

specifically for mounting in/on metallic surroundings.

4.3 Installation guidelines

1)

on metal, distance 15 mm 90 80 75 flush-mounted in metal;

without metal 100 90 85

1)

80 70 65

flush-mounted in metal;

85 65 60

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

90 60 40

80 70 65

85 65 60

Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is

adequate clearance to the metal.

Values of > 100 % related to non metal surroundings can occur if transponders were developed

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4.3.4.4

RF250R

Transponder

RF250R with ANT 3

antenna without met-

al

antenna flush-

mounted in metal

(all round 20 mm)

MDS D124

without metal

100

80

on metal, distance 15 mm

90

75

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D126

without metal

100

80

on metal, distance 25 mm

85

75

distance all round 50 mm

MDS D160 without metal

100

85

on metal, distance 10 mm

95

80

MDS D324

without metal

100

80

on metal, distance 15 mm

95

75

MDS D422

without metal

100

95

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D423

without metal

100

90

distance all round 10 mm

MDS D424

without metal

100

85

on metal, distance 15 mm

90

75

distance all round 25 mm

4.3 Installation guidelines

The RF250R reader is operated with the external antennas ANT 3, 8, 12, 18 and 30. The antennas can be flush-mounted in metal. Please allow for a possible reduction in the field data values.

Figure 4-12 Metal-free space for ANT 8 / ANT 12 and ANT 18 / ANT 30

Table 4- 19 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF250R with ANT 3

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

75 70

60 50

85 70

distance all round 25 mm

flush-mounted in metal;

95 80

on metal, distance 0 mm 130 2) 110 2) flush-mounted in metal;

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

80 70

75 70

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Transponder

RF250R with ANT 3

antenna without met-

al

antenna flush-

mounted in metal

(all round 20 mm)

MDS D425 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 0 mm

95

75

MDS D426

on metal, distance 25 mm

90

65

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D428 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 0 mm

100

90

MDS D460 without metal

100

85

on metal, distance 10 mm

90

75

MDS D522

without metal

100

95

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D522 Special variant

without metal

100

95

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D524

without metal

100

85

on metal, distance 15 mm

90

75

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D526

without metal

100

70

on metal, distance 25 mm

90

65

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D528 on metal, distance 0 mm

100

90

1)

2)

specifically for mounting in/on metallic surroundings.

Transponder

RF250R with ANT 8

antenna without met-

al

antenna flush-

mounted in metal

MDS D117

without metal

100

85

distance all round 0 mm

4.3 Installation guidelines

1)

without metal 100 70

flush-mounted in metal;

55 45

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

95 80

75 70

55 45

without metal 100 90

Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is

adequate clearance to the metal.

Values of > 100 % related to non metal surroundings can occur if transponders were developed

Table 4- 20 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF250R with ANT 8

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Transponder

RF250R with ANT 8

antenna without met-

al

antenna flush-

mounted in metal

MDS D127

without metal

100

85

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D421

without metal

100

85

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D521

without metal

100

85

distance all round 0 mm

Transponder

RF250R with ANT 12

antenna without met-

al

antenna flush-

mounted in metal

(all round 7 mm)

MDS D117

without metal

100

85

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D127

without metal

100

85

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D160 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 10 mm

90

85

MDS D421

without metal

100

90

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D422

without metal

100

90

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D425 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 0 mm

115 2)

100

MDS D428 on metal, distance 0 mm

110

95

MDS D460

without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 10 mm

90

80

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D521

without metal

100

90

distance all round 0 mm

4.3 Installation guidelines

flush-mounted in metal;

Table 4- 21 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF250R with ANT 12

70 60

75 70

flush-mounted in metal;

50 40

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

65 50

flush-mounted in metal;

65 45

flush-mounted in metal;

90 75

without metal 100 85

2)

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

85 75

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Transponder

RF250R with ANT 12

antenna without met-

al

antenna flush-

mounted in metal

(all round 7 mm)

MDS D522

without metal

100

90

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D528 without metal

100

85

on metal, distance 0 mm

110

95

1)

2)

specifically for mounting in/on metallic surroundings.

Transponder

RF250R with ANT 18

antenna without met-

al

antenna flush-

mounted in metal

(all round 10 mm)

MDS D124

without metal

100

80

on metal, distance 15 mm

100

80

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D160 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 10 mm

100

90

MDS D324

without metal

100

80

on metal, distance 15 mm

100

80

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D421

without metal

100

85

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D422

without metal

100

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D423

without metal

100

85

on metal, distance 0 mm

120 2)

110 2)

distance all round 10 mm

MDS D424

without metal

100

75

on metal, distance 15 mm

95

75

distance all round 25 mm

4.3 Installation guidelines

flush-mounted in metal;

Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is

adequate clearance to the metal.

Values of > 100 % related to non metal surroundings can occur if transponders were developed

Table 4- 22 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF250R with ANT 18

90 75

2)

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

95 70

95 75

flush-mounted in metal;

65 50

flush-mounted in metal;

90 90

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

90 75

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Transponder

RF250R with ANT 18

antenna without met-

al

antenna flush-

mounted in metal

(all round 10 mm)

MDS D425 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 0 mm

100

90

MDS D428 on metal, distance 0 mm

100

85

MDS D460 without metal

100

85

on metal, distance 10 mm

100

85

MDS D521

without metal

100

85

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D522

without metal

100

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D522 Special variant

without metal

100

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D524

without metal

100

75

on metal, distance 15 mm

95

75

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D528 without metal

100

85

on metal, distance 0 mm

100

85

1)

2)

specifically for mounting in/on metallic surroundings.

Transponder

RF250R with ANT 30

antenna without met-

al

antenna flush-

mounted in metal

(all round 20 mm)

MDS D124

without metal

100

80

on metal, distance 15 mm

90

75

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D126

without metal

100

80

on metal, distance 25 mm

85

75

distance all round 50 mm

4.3 Installation guidelines

without metal 100 85

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

65 50

90 90

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

95 75

Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is

adequate clearance to the metal.

Values of > 100 % related to non metal surroundings can occur if transponders were developed

Table 4- 23 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF250R with ANT 30

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

75 70

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60 50

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Transponder

RF250R with ANT 30

antenna without met-

al

antenna flush-

mounted in metal

(all round 20 mm)

MDS D160 without metal

100

85

on metal, distance 10 mm

95

80

MDS D324

on metal, distance 15 mm

95

75

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D422

without metal

100

95

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D423

without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 0 mm

130

110 2)

distance all round 10 mm

MDS D424

without metal

100

85

on metal, distance 15 mm

90

75

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D425 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 0 mm

95

75

MDS D426

without metal

100

70

on metal, distance 25 mm

90

65

MDS D428 without metal

100

90

MDS D460 without metal

100

85

on metal, distance 10 mm

90

75

MDS D522

without metal

100

95

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D522 Special variant

without metal

100

95

distance all round 0 mm

MDS D524

without metal

100

85

on metal, distance 15 mm

90

75

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D526

without metal

100

70

on metal, distance 25 mm

90

65

distance all round 25 mm

4.3 Installation guidelines

1)

without metal 100 80

flush-mounted in metal;

85 70

flush-mounted in metal;

95 80

2)

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

80 70

75 70

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

55 45

distance all round 25 mm

on metal, distance 0 mm 100 90

1)

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1)

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

95 80

75 70

55 45

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Transponder

RF250R with ANT 30

antenna without met-

al

antenna flush-

mounted in metal

(all round 20 mm)

MDS D528 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 0 mm

100

90

1)

2)

specifically for mounting in/on metallic surroundings.

4.3.4.5

RF260R

Transponder

Reader with-

out direct

metal influ-

ence

Reader on met-

al

(metal plate)

Reader flush-

mounted in metal

(all round 20 mm)

MDS D100

without metal

100

85

65

on metal, distance 20 mm

70

65

50

MDS D124

without metal

100

93

75

on metal, distance 15 mm

95

85

70

distance all round 25 mm

4.3 Installation guidelines

Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is

adequate clearance to the metal.

Values of > 100 % related to non metal surroundings can occur if transponders were developed

The RF260R can be flush-mounted in metal. Please allow for a possible reduction in the field data values.

Figure 4-13 metal-free space for RF260R

To avoid any impact on the field data, the distance a should be ≥ 20 mm.

Table 4- 24 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF260R

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flush-mounted in metal; distance all round 20 mm

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

65 50 40

78 75 65

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Transponder

Reader with-

out direct

metal influ-

ence

Reader on met-

al

(metal plate)

Reader flush-

mounted in metal

(all round 20 mm)

MDS D126

without metal

100

85

73

distance all round 50 mm

MDS D139 on metal, distance 30 mm

95

90

75

MDS D160 without metal

100

90

75

on metal, distance 10 mm

90

80

MDS D165 without metal

100

85

65

on metal, distance 25 mm

65

60

45

MDS D200

without metal

100

85

70

on metal, distance 20 mm

70

65

50

distance all round 20 mm

MDS D261 without metal

100

85

70

on metal, distance 25 mm

80

70

60

MDS D324

without metal

100

90

75

on metal, distance 15 mm

90

80

70

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D339 without metal

100

90

75

on metal, distance 30 mm

95

90

75

MDS D400

without metal

100

85

70

distance all round 20 mm

MDS D423

without metal

100

95

85

on metal, distance 0 mm

120 2)

115 2)

110 2)

distance all round 10 mm

MDS D424

without metal

100

90

80

on metal, distance 15 mm

90

80

70

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D426

without metal

100

73

on metal, distance 25 mm

88

85

68

distance all round 50 mm

MDS D428 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 0 mm

90

85

4.3 Installation guidelines

1)

on metal, distance 25 mm 75 68 60 flush-mounted in metal;

1)

without metal 100 90 75

1)

55 53 40

flush-mounted in metal,

55 50 45

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

70 65 55

on metal, distance 20 mm 70 65 50 flush-mounted in metal;

55 50 45

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

75 65 60

60 60 50

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Transponder

Reader with-

out direct

metal influ-

ence

Reader on met-

al

(metal plate)

Reader flush-

mounted in metal

(all round 20 mm)

MDS D460 without metal

100

95

90

MDS D524

without metal

100

90

80

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D526

without metal

100

73

on metal, distance 25 mm

88

85

68

distance all round 50 mm

MDS D528 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 0 mm

90

85

1)

2)

specifically for mounting in/on metallic surroundings.

4.3.4.6

RF290R

4.3 Installation guidelines

1)

on metal, distance 10 mm 90 85 80

1)

on metal, distance 15 mm 90 80 70 flush-mounted in metal;

1)

60 60 50

flush-mounted in metal;

65 55 55

Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is

adequate clearance to the metal.

Values of > 100 % related to non metal surroundings can occur if transponders were developed

The RF290R reader is operated with the external antennas ANT D5, D6 and D10. The antennas can be flush-mounted in metal. Please allow for a possible reduction in the field data values.

Figure 4-14 Metal-free space for ANT D5

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Transponder

RF290R with ANT D5

Antenna on metal

(metal plate)

antenna flush-

mounted in metal

(all round 150 mm)

MDS D100

without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 20 mm

65

60

MDS D124

without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 15 mm

85

80

distance all round 25 mm

MDS D126

without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 25 mm

70

65

distance all round 50 mm

MDS D139 without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 30 mm

90

85

MDS D160 without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 10 mm

70

65

MDS D165 without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 25 mm

65

60

MDS D200

without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 20 mm

65

60

distance all round 20 mm

MDS D261 without metal

100

95

MDS D324 without metal

100

95

MDS D339 without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 30 mm

90

85

MDS D400

without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 20 mm

65

60

distance all round 20 mm

MDS D424 without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 15 mm

75

70

4.3 Installation guidelines

To avoid any influence on the field data, the distance a should be ≥ 150 or 200 mm.

Table 4- 25 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF290R with ANT

D5

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

45 40

distance all round 20 mm

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

65 60

55 50

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

45 40

on metal, distance 25 mm 65 60

1)

on metal, distance 15 mm 75 70

1)

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Transponder

RF290R with ANT D5

Antenna on metal

(metal plate)

antenna flush-

mounted in metal

(all round 150 mm)

MDS D426

without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 25 mm

70

65

distance all round 50 mm

MDS D460 without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 10 mm

70

65

1)

adequate clearance to the metal.

Transponder

RF290R with ANT D6

Antenna on metal

(metal plate)

antenna flush-

mounted in metal

(all round 200 mm)

MDS D100 without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 20 mm

65

60

MDS D124 without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 25 mm

80

75

MDS D126 without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 25 mm

65

60

MDS D139 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 30 mm

80

70

MDS D160 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 25 mm

60

55

MDS D165 without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 20 mm

50

45

MDS D200 without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 20 mm

65

60

MDS D261 on metal, distance 20 mm

50

45

MDS D324 without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 25 mm

75

70

MDS D339 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 30 mm

80

70

MDS D400 without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 20 mm

60

55

4.3 Installation guidelines

1)

flush-mounted in metal;

1)

50 45

Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is

Table 4- 26 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF290R with ANT

D6

1)

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1)

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Transponder

RF290R with ANT D6

Antenna on metal

(metal plate)

antenna flush-

mounted in metal

(all round 200 mm)

MDS D424 without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 25 mm

75

70

MDS D426 on metal, distance 25 mm

65

60

1)

adequate clearance to the metal.

Transponder

RF290R with ANT D10

Antenna on metal

(metal plate)

antenna flush-

mounted in metal

(all round 200 mm)

MDS D100 without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 20 mm

50

40

MDS D124 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 25 mm

70

60

MDS D126 without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 25 mm

65

60

MDS D139 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 30 mm

80

70

MDS D160 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 25 mm

60

55

MDS D165 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 20 mm

40

30

MDS D200 without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 20 mm

50

40

MDS D261 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 20 mm

40

30

MDS D324 without metal

100

90

MDS D339 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 30 mm

80

70

MDS D400 without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 20 mm

50

40

MDS D424 without metal

100

90

on metal, distance 25 mm

70

60

4.3 Installation guidelines

1)

without metal 100 95

Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is

Table 4- 27 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF290R with ANT

D10

1)

on metal, distance 25 mm 70 60

1)

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Transponder

RF290R with ANT D10

Antenna on metal

(metal plate)

antenna flush-

mounted in metal

(all round 200 mm)

MDS D426 without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 25 mm

70

65

MDS D524 on metal, distance 25 mm

70

60

MDS D526 without metal

100

95

on metal, distance 25 mm

70

65

1)

adequate clearance to the metal.

4.3.5

Installation and connection of 2 to 6 antennas with one RF290R reader

4.3 Installation guidelines

1)

without metal 100 90

1)

Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is

If several antennas need to be operated on one reader, this can be achieved by using the antenna splitter or the antenna multiplexer RF260X.

Note that the antenna splitter is a purely passive device that splits the power at the input to two outputs and therefore halves it. This is possible both in PC mode (RS-232) and CM mode (RS-422). You can cascade the antenna splitters in such a way that up to 4 antennas can be connected at the same time.

The antenna multiplexer RF260X works only in PC mode (RS-232) in time division multiplex mode. This means that each antenna operates with full power for a certain time before the device moves on automatically to the next antenna. The antenna multiplexer normally operates in scan mode or buffered read mode which with suitable parameter assignment add the information about the antenna number to the reply of the transponder. You can operate up to six antennas on one reader via the multiplexer.

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4.3.5.1

Installation options with the antenna splitter (2-4 antennas)

Possible configurations of the antennas

4.3 Installation guidelines

The antenna installations described here have been designed for reading smartlabels (transponders) on goods on conveyor belts, conveyor systems or pallets.

A prerequisite is that there are no magnetically conducting materials (e.g. metal) in the vicinity of the antenna or the label.

Figure 4-15 Possible configuration of RF290R with ANT D5/D6/D10

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Installation examples

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Figure 4-16 Installation example with 2 ANT D6 (portal)

Figure 4-17 Installation example with ANT D6 (C arrangement)

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Note

The minimum spacings between the antennas for less than the distances described because this configuration has the same phase.

4.3 Installation guidelines

Figure 4-18 Installation example with ANT D6 (tunnel)

operation with only one reader may be

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4.3.5.2

Antenna installation

Configuring instructions

Note

Remember that the entire acquisition range of the antenna is larger than the transmission window in which the transponder is normally configured. This means there can be label alignments where even labels outside the transmission window will be aligned in parallel with the antennas, for example, can also be detected at larger distances beside or outside the antenna range.

For this reason, goods with labels must not be stored within a distance of up to 0.5 m from the installati

To achieve three requirements must be met:

•

Note

The RF290R reader is not capable of multitag operation in the CM mode.

4.3 Installation guidelines

The antenna installation described below enables detection of transponders moving horizontally through the installation. Depending on the installation (antennas exactly opposite each other or offset in parallel), the label is aligned in parallel with the antennas or arbitrarily.

The size of the sensing range depends on the label alignment:

on. If this cannot be complied with, the antennas must be shielded.

-dimensional detection of the labels in the sensing range, the following

The gate width must be less than or equal to 800 mm. The antenna size of the labels should be at least the size of an ISO card (85 mm x 54

mm).

The distance from label to label must be greater than 100 mm. The distance from label to

label can be reduced if the gate width is correspondingly reduced. This applies especially for distances under 50 mm.

There should be no more than 16 labels within the sensing range of the antennas at the

same time. The number of labels can be increased if the gate width is correspondingly reduced and the maximum speed suitably adapted.

The maximum speed of the labels must not exceed 1 m/s. (This depends on the number

and alignment of the labels, the number of data blocks to be processed, the data protocol required and the label type).

To the front and sides of the antenna, there must be a distance of more than 150 mm to

metal parts.

There must be no interference to the write/read device from other electrical equipment in

the surrounding area.

identified. Labels

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Required components

Number for installation

with

Component

Article number

2 ant.

3 ant.

4 ant.

RF182C: 6GT2002-0JD10

ANT D10: 6GT2698-5AF00

cover

6GT2698-5AD00

1 2 3

Antenna splitter

6GT2603-0AC00

(for PC mode only)

US: 6GT2898-0AA20

(for PC mode only)

6GT2891-4EH ...

Installation information

4.3 Installation guidelines

For installation with

● 2 antennas (gate)

● 3 antennas (C arrangement)

● 4 antennas (tunnel)

the following components are required:

Table 4- 28 Components required for setting up with 2, 3 or 4 antennas

1 1 1 Basic device:

RF290R (↔ CM or PC)

2 3 4 Antenna ANT D5 / D6 / D10 optionally:

2 3 4 With ANT D6 if required:

1 1 1 Wide-range power supply unit for

SIMATIC RF systems

1 1 1 24 V connecting cable, length 5 m

1 1 1 Connecting cable:

RF290R ↔ PC or RF290R ↔ CM

RF290R: 6GT2821-0AC12 optionally:

ASM 475: 6GT2002-0GA10 ASM 456: 6GT2002-0ED00 RF170C: 6GT2002-0HD00 RF180C: 6GT2002-0JD00

ANT D5: 6GT2698-5AA10 ANT D6: 6GT2698-5AB00

EU: 6GT2898-0AA00 UK: 6GT2898-0AA10

6GT2491-1HH50

6GT2891-4KH ...

optionally: 6GT2891-4F ...

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The cables on the antennas and the antenna splitter are 3.3 m or 10.5 m long. The write/read device must be installed in the vicinity of the antennas. If there are greater distances between the write/read device and the antennas, the antenna cable can be increased by 7.2 m with the extension (6GT2691-0DH72). This results in shorter ranges.

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Metal-free space

a

approx. half antenna length

b

min. 100 mm

c

max. 600 mm

Metal in the vicinity of the antennas

4.3 Installation guidelines

To guarantee perfect functioning of the individual installation versions, all larger metal parts in the vicinity of the antennas must be removed.

Figure 4-19 Metal-free space, side view (based on the example of a tunnel arrangement on a

conveyor belt)

Metal-free space

Figure 4-20 Metal-free space, view from above (based on the example of a tunnel arrangement on a

conveyor belt)

If metal in the vicinity of the antennas cannot be avoided, the following must be noted:

● There must be a minimum allround gap of 100 mm between the antenna and metal.

Serious loss of sensing range must be expected above 50 mm. There is no discernible influence at distances greater than 150 mm from the metal.

● The influence of the metal depends heavily on its size and shape. Thin metal rods have

less influence on the magnetic field than large surfaces.

● Larger metal surfaces (edge length > 50 mm) in parallel with the antennas or labels result

in a short-circuit of the magnetic lines of force. As a result, the labels cannot be read.

● Metal parts under the conveyor belt change the direction of the magnetic lines of force.

Serious loss of sensing range must be expected as a result. Horizontally aligned labels cannot be read in such cases.

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The metal parts must not form closed loops or circuits. If necessary, these must be electrically interrupted at one point

Notes on installing and laying the antenna cable

4.3 Installation guidelines

●

● The metal parts in the immediate vicinity of the antenna must be grounded in a mesh with

a good HF connection.

● Since the write/read device is installed in a metal housing, and the antennas can couple into the cables to the write/read device, it must be installed at a distance of at least 500 mm from the antennas.

.

To suppress possible interference, an EMC hinged ferrite choke must be fitted to the antenna cables (as well as the antenna cable between the reader and the antenna splitter). The coaxial cable must be wound tightly at least four times through the EMC ring core. The maximum distance between the connecting plug for the reader or the antenna splitter and the ring core must be 100 mm.

The antenna cable must always be run vertically from the antennas. A minimum distance of 200 mm to the antennas must be observed as the cables continue. Otherwise, performance losses must be expected.

There must be a distance of at least 300 mm between antenna cables and parallel power cables.

Unrequired cable length must be secured in a bundle with a diameter of 100 to 150 mm.

If the standard antenna cable is too short, it can be increased by 7.20 m with the extension. Slight range losses must be expected here.

To achieve optimal read ranges, the antenna cable should not be shortened or lengthened.

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4.3.5.3

Installation options with the antenna multiplexer (2-6 antennas)

4.3 Installation guidelines

You can operate up to six antennas on one reader via the multiplexer.

The data is processed sequentially.

Antenna switchover is performed in time-multiplex mode, so by connecting several antennas together, the processing time / activation time per antenna is lengthened accordingly.

Figure 4-21 Configuration example of the antenna multiplexer with ANT D5

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4.3.6

Chemical resistance of the transponders

4.3.6.1

Overview of the transponders and their housing materials

Housing material

Transponder

MDS D423

MDS D400

MDS D524

PA6

MDS D127

MDS D528

4.3 Installation guidelines

The following sections describe the resistance to chemicals of the various transponders. Resistance to chemicals depends on the housing material used to manufacture the transponders.

The following table provides an overview of the housing materials of the transponders:

Table 4- 29 Overview of the housing materials of the transponders

Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) MDS D117

MDS D124 (6GT2600-0AC10) MDS D139 MDS D160 MDS D339

Polycarbonate (PC) MDS D100 (6GT2600-0AD10) Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) MDS D100 (6GT2600-0AD00-0AX0)

MDS D200

Epoxy resin MDS D124 (6GT2600-0AC00)

MDS D324 MDS D421 MDS D424 MDS D460 MDS D521

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PA6.6 GF30 MDS D126

MDS D422 MDS D425 MDS D426 MDS D428 MDS D522 MDS D526

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Note Chemical substances not listed

The following sections describe the resistance of the various substances. If you require information about chemical substances that are not listed, contact Customer Support.

4.3.6.2

Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS)

Substance

Test conditions

Rating

Concentration [%]

Temperature [°C]

Acetone 55 ℃

عربي

n-Butanol (butyl alcohol)

80 ℃

عربي

Butanone-2 (methyl ethyl ketone)

60 ℃

عربي

n-Butyl acetate

80 ℃

عربي

Brake fluid 80 ℃

عربي

Calcium chloride (saturated)

80 ℃

عربي

Diesel fuel 80 ℃

عربي

Diethyl ether

23 ℃

عربي

Frigen 113 23 ℃

عربي

Anti-freeze

120 ℃

عربي

Kerosene 60 ℃

عربي

Methanol 60 ℃

عربي

Engine oil 80 ℃

عربي

Sodium chloride (saturated)

80 ℃

￮￮￮￮

5%

80 ℃

￮￮

Sodium hydroxide solution

30%

90 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Nitric acid

10%

23 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Hydrochloric acid

10%

80 ℃

-

10%

23 ℃

￮￮￮￮

10%

80 ℃

￮￮

30%

23 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Tested fuels

80 ℃

￮￮￮￮

4.3 Installation guidelines

transponders to specific

The data memory has special chemical resistance to solutions up to a temperature of 200 °C. A reduction in the mechanical properties has been observed in aqueous solutions of hydrochloric acid (HCl) and nitric acid (HNO3) at 80 °C. The plastic housings are resistant to all types of fuel including methanol.

Table 4- 30 Chemical resistance - polyphenylene sulfide (PPS)

Sodium hydroxide 30% 80 ℃ ￮￮￮￮ Sodium hypochlorite

(30 or 180 days)

Sulfuric acid

5% 80 ℃ -

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Substance

Test conditions

Rating

Concentration [%]

Temperature [°C]

Toluene

Xylene

80 ℃

￮￮

75 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Explanation of the rating

￮￮￮￮

Resistant

￮￮￮

Practically resistant

￮￮

Conditionally resistant

￮

Less resistant

-

Not resistant

4.3.6.3

Polycarbonate (PC)

Substance

Test conditions

Rating

Concentration [%]

Temperature [°C]

Mineral lubricants

￮￮

Aliphatic hydrocarbons

￮￮￮￮

Aromatic hydrocarbons

-

Gasoline

-

Weak mineral acids

￮￮￮￮

Strong mineral acids

￮￮

Weak organic acids

￮￮￮￮

Strong organic acids

￮￮

Oxidizing acids

-

Weak alkaline solutions

-

Strong alkaline solutions

-

Perchloroethylene

-

Alcohols

￮￮

Hot water (hydrolysis resistance)

-

4.3 Installation guidelines

FAM testing fluid acc. to DIN 51 604-A

1, 1, 1-Trichloroethane

Zinc chloride (saturated)

Table 4- 31 Chemical resistance - polycarbonate (PPS)

80 ℃ ￮￮

80 ℃ ￮￮￮￮

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Acetone -

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Explanation of the rating

￮￮￮￮

Resistant

￮￮

Conditionally resistant

￮

Less resistant

-

Not resistant

4.3.6.4

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

Substance

Test conditions

Rating

Concentration [%]

Temperature [°C]

Salt water

5 %

￮￮￮￮

Sugared water

10 %

￮￮￮￮

Acetic acid, w.

5 %

￮￮￮￮

Sodium carbonate, w.

5 %

￮￮￮￮

Ethyl alcohol, w.

60 %

￮￮￮￮

Ethylene glycol

50 %

￮￮￮￮

(acc. to ISO 1817)

Human sweat

￮￮￮￮

Explanation of the rating

￮￮￮￮

Resistant

￮￮￮

Practically resistant

￮￮

Conditionally resistant

￮

Less resistant

-

Not resistant

w.

Water solution

4.3.6.5

Epoxy resin

Substance

Test conditions

Rating

Concentration [%]

Temperature [°C]

Allyl chloride

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

50 %

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

100 %

20 ℃

￮￮

4.3 Installation guidelines

￮￮￮ Practically resistant

Table 4- 32 Chemical resistance - polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

Fuel B

￮￮￮￮

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Formic acid

Ammonia, gaseous 20 ℃ ￮￮￮￮

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Substance

Test conditions

Rating

Concentration [%]

Temperature [°C]

Ammonia, liquid, water-free

20 ℃

-

Ammonium hydroxide

10 %

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

60 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Ethyl acrylate

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Ethyl glycol

60 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Gasoline, aroma-free

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Gasoline, containing benzene

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Benzoates (Na–, Ca– among others)

40 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Benzoic acid

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Benzene 20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Borax 60 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Boric acid 20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Bromine, liquid

20 ℃

-

Bromides (K–, Na– among others)

60 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Bromoform

100 %

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Bromine water

20 ℃

-

Butadiene (1,3–)

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Butane, gaseous

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Butanol 20 ℃

-

Butyric acid

100 %

20 ℃

￮￮

others)

Chlorine, liquid

20 ℃

-

Chlorine, gaseous, dry

100 %

20 ℃

-

Chlorobenzene

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

others)

Chloroform

20 ℃

-

Chlorophyll

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Chlorosulfuric acid

100 %

20 ℃

-

Chlorine water (saturated solution)

20 ℃

￮￮

Chromates (K–, Na– among others)

Up to 50 %

40 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Chromic acid

Up to 30 %

20 ℃

-

Chromosulfuric acid

20 ℃

-

Citric acid 20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Cyanamide

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Cyanides (K–, Na– among others)

60 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Dextrin, w. 60 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Diethyl ether

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Diethylene glycol

60 ℃

￮￮￮￮

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Ethanol 40 ℃ ￮￮￮￮

Carbonates (ammonium–, Na– among

Chlorides (ammonium–, Na– among

60 ℃ ￮￮￮￮

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Substance

Test conditions

Rating

Concentration [%]

Temperature [°C]

Dimethyl ether

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Dioxane 20 ℃

-

Acetic acid

100 %

20 ℃

￮￮

Ethanol 60 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Fixing bath

40 ℃

￮￮￮￮

among others)

Hydrofluoric acid

Up to 40 %

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Formaldehyde

50 %

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Formamide

100 %

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Gluconic acid

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Glycerine 60 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Glycol 60 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Urine 20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Uric acid 20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Hydroxides (ammonium...)

10 %

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Hydroxides (Na–, K–)

40 %

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Hydroxides (alkaline earth metal)

60 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Hypochlorites (K–, Na– among others)

60 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Silicic acid 60 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Cresol

Up to 90 %

20 ℃

-

Methanol

100 %

40 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Methylene chloride

20 ℃

-

Lactic acid

100 %

20 ℃

￮￮

Mineral oils

40 ℃

￮￮￮￮

others)

Nitroglycerin

20 ℃

-

Oxalic acid

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Phenol

1 %

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

others)

50 %

60 ℃

￮￮￮￮

85 %

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Propanol 20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Nitric acid

25 %

20 ℃

-

Hydrochloric acid

10 %

20 ℃

-

Brine 60 ℃

-

Sulfur dioxide

100 %

20 ℃

￮￮

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Developer 40 ℃ ￮￮￮￮

Fluorides (ammonium–, K–, Na–

Iodides (K–, Na– among others) 60 ℃ ￮￮￮￮

40 ℃ ￮￮￮￮

Nitrates (ammonium..., K– among

Phosphates (ammonium..., Na– among

Phosphoric acid

Carbon disulfide 100 % 20 ℃ -

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Substance

Test conditions

Rating

Concentration [%]

Temperature [°C]

Sulfuric acid

40 %

20 ℃

-

Sulfurous acid

20 ℃

￮￮

others)

Tar, aroma-free

60 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Turpentine 20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Trichloroethylene

20 ℃

-

Hydrogen peroxide

30 %

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Tartaric acid

20 ℃

￮￮￮￮

Explanation of the rating

￮￮￮￮

Resistant

￮￮￮

Practically resistant

￮￮

Conditionally resistant

￮

Less resistant

-

Not resistant

4.3.6.6

PA6.6 GF30

Substance

Test conditions

Rating

Concentration [%]

Temperature [°C]

Mineral lubricants

￮￮￮￮

Aliphatic hydrocarbons

￮￮￮￮

Aromatic hydrocarbons

￮￮￮￮

Weak mineral acids

￮￮￮

Strong mineral acids

-

Weak organic acids

￮￮

Strong organic acids

-

Oxidizing acids

-

Strong alkaline solutions

-

Trichloroethylene

￮￮￮￮

Perchloroethylene

￮￮￮￮

Acetone

￮￮￮￮

4.3 Installation guidelines

Soap solution 60 ℃ ￮￮￮￮ Sulphates (ammonium..., Na– among

60 ℃ ￮￮￮￮

Sulfites (ammonium..., Na– among

Table 4- 34 Chemical resistance - PA6.6 GF30

60 ℃ -

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Weak alkaline solutions ￮￮

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Substance

Test conditions

Rating

Concentration [%]

Temperature [°C]

Alcohols

￮￮￮￮

Hot water (hydrolysis resistance)

￮￮

Explanation of the rating

￮￮￮￮

Resistant

￮￮￮

Practically resistant

￮￮

Conditionally resistant

￮

Less resistant

4.4

Further information

4.4 Further information

- Not resistant

Further information on "Fundamentals of application planning" and "EMC" can be found in RF300 system manual (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/21738946

).

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4.4 Further information

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NOTICE

Pulling and plugging readers

Note IO-Link variants of the RF200 readers

The IO these in the "SIMATIC RF200 IO (

Pull or plug the reader only when the power supply is turned off

If this is not observed, under certain conditions, the reader will not start up correctly and communication with a transponder will not be possible.

-Link variants of the readers are not included in the system manual. You will find

-Link

https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/60641859)" operating instructions.

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5.1

SIMATIC RF210R

5.1.1

Features

SIMATIC RF210R

Characteristics

②

5.1.2

RF210R ordering data

Article number

RF210R with RS422 interface (3964R)

6GT2821-1AC10

5.1 SIMATIC RF210R

Design

Application Identification tasks on assembly lines in harsh in-

① RS422 interface

Status display

dustrial environments

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Pin assignment RF210R with RS422 interface

Pin Device end

8-pin M12

Assignment

1

+ 24 V

3

0 V

4

+ Transmit

5

+ Receive

6

- Receive

7

Unassigned

8

Ground (shield)

5.1.4

Display elements of the RF210R reader

Color

Meaning

flashing

Operating voltage present, reader not initialized or antenna switched off

lit

yellow1)

Transponder present

codes". The optical error display is only reset if the

(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/us/en/view/44864850)).

1)

Only in the "with presence" mode.

5.1 SIMATIC RF210R

2 - Transmit

green

permanently

flashing red Error has occurred, the type of flashing corresponds to the error code in the

Operating voltage present, reader initialized and antenna switched on

table in the section "Error corresponding reset parameter ("option_1 = 2") is set (see Product information "SIMATIC RF200 command set"

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Minimum distance between RF210R readers

RF210R side by side

D

≥ 60 mm

RF210R face to face

D

≥ 100 mm

5.1 SIMATIC RF210R

Figure 5-1 Minimum distance between RF210R readers

Figure 5-2 Face-to-face distance between two RF210Rs

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Technical specifications of the RF210R reader

6GT2821-1AC10

Product type designation

SIMATIC RF210R

Radio frequencies

Operating frequency, rated value

13.56 MHz

Electrical data

Maximum range

20 mm

sponder (tag)

Typical transmission time for user data per byte

Baud rate

19200, 57600, 115200 Bd

Read/write distances of the reader

see section "Field data (Page 37)"

Interfaces

Electrical connector design

M8, 8-pin

Standard for interfaces for communication

RS-422

Antenna

integrated

Mechanical specifications

Housing

Supply voltage, current consumption, power loss

Supply voltage

24 VDC

5.1 SIMATIC RF210R

Table 5- 1 Technical specifications of the RF210R reader

Maximum data transmission rate reader ↔ tran-

• Read • approx. 1500 bytes/s

• Write • approx. 1500 bytes/s

• for write access • 0.6 ms

• for read access • 0.6 ms

ISO tags

• Material • Brass, nickel-plated

• Color • Silver

Recommended distance to metal 0 mm

Typical current consumption 50 mA

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Permitted ambient conditions

Ambient temperature

Degree of protection to EN 60529

IP67

Shock-resistant to EN 60721-3-7, Class 7 M3

50 g

Vibration-resistant to EN 60721-3-7, Class 7 M3

20 g

Torsion and bending load

Not permitted

Design, dimensions and weights

Dimensions (Ø x H)

18 x 83 mm

Weight

65 g

Type of mounting

2 x nuts M18

Cable length for RS-422 interface, maximum

1000 m

(operating voltage, presence, error)

5.1.7

Approvals

FCC information

Siemens SIMATIC RF210R (MLFB 6GT2821-1AC10) FCC ID NXW-RF210R

Caution

Note

5.1 SIMATIC RF210R

• During operation • -20 … +70 °C

• During transportation and storage • -25 … +85 °C

LED display design 3-color LED

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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5.1.8

Dimension drawing

5.1 SIMATIC RF210R

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d`Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L`exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :

(1) L`appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et

(2) l'utilisateur de l`appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d`en compromettre le fonctionnement.

Figure 5-3 RF210R dimension drawing

Dimensions in mm

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SIMATIC RF210M

5.2.1

Features

SIMATIC RF210M

Characteristics

②

5.2.2

Ordering data RF210M

Article number

RF210M with RS-422 interface (3964R)

6GT2823-0AA00

5.2 SIMATIC RF210M

Design

Application Reader for hand work and rework places, picking,

① RS422 interface

Status display

track and trace, tool Ident

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Installing the RF210M reader

①

Holes for mounting the suspension bracket

②

Thread for mounting the handle

5.2.4

Pin assignment RF210M with RS-422 interface

Pin Device end

8-pin M12

Assignment

1

+ 24 V

2

- Transmit

3

0 V

4

+ Transmit

5

+ Receive

6

- Receive

8

Ground (shield)

5.2 SIMATIC RF210M

The following figure shows the completely mounted reader. Note that you can mount the suspension bracket at two different points recommend that you close the opening

①. If you do not mount the handle, we

② with the protective cap.

Figure 5-4 Installing the reader

7 Unassigned

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Display elements of the RF210M reader

Color

Meaning

flashing

Operating voltage present, reader not initialized or antenna switched off

lit

yellow1)

Transponder present

codes". The optical error display is only reset if the

(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/44864850)).

1)

Only in the "with presence" mode.

5.2.6

Technical specifications of the RF210M reader

6GT2823-0AA00

Product type designation

SIMATIC RF210M

Radio frequencies

Operating frequency, rated value

13.56 MHz

Electrical data

Maximum range

20 mm

sponder (tag)

Typical transmission time for user data per byte

Baud rate

19200, 57600, 115200 Bd

Read/write distances of the reader

see section "Field data (Page 37)"

Interfaces

Electrical connector design

M8, 8-pin

Standard for interfaces for communication

RS-422

Antenna

integrated

5.2 SIMATIC RF210M

green

permanently

flashing red Error has occurred, the type of flashing corresponds to the error code in the

Operating voltage present, reader initialized and antenna switched on

table in the section "Error corresponding reset parameter ("option_1 = 2") is set (see Product information "SIMATIC RF200 command set"

Table 5- 2 Technical specifications of the RF210M reader

Maximum data transmission rate reader ↔ tran-

• Read • approx. 1500 bytes/s

• Write • approx. 1500 bytes/s

• for write access • 0.6 ms

• for read access • 0.6 ms

ISO tags

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6GT2823-0AA00

Mechanical specifications

Housing

Supply voltage, current consumption, power loss

Supply voltage

24 VDC

Typical current consumption

50 mA

Permitted ambient conditions

Ambient temperature

Degree of protection to EN 60529

IP54

Shock-resistant to EN 60721-3-7, Class 7 M3

50 g

Vibration-resistant to EN 60721-3-7, Class 7 M3

20 g

Design, dimensions and weights

Dimensions

maximum working length 3.5 m

Weight

460 g

Type of mounting

Bracket for for hanging up

(operating voltage, presence, error)

5.2 SIMATIC RF210M

• Material • POM

• Color • Black

• During operation • -20 … +50 °C

• During transportation and storage • -25 … +60 °C

• Reader with handle (L x W x H)

• Reader without handle (L x W x H)

• Spiral connecting cable (L)

Cable length for RS-422 interface, maximum 1000 m LED display design 3-color LED

195 x 26 x 140 mm

195 x 26 x 46 mm

2 m

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Approvals

FCC information

Siemens SIMATIC RF210R (MLFB 6GT2821-1AC10) FCC ID NXW-RF210R

Caution

Note

IC information

5.2 SIMATIC RF210M

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d`Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L`exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :

(1) L`appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et

(2) l'utilisateur de l`appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d`en compromettre le fonctionnement.

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SIMATIC RF200

Table of contents

Introduction

1.1 Abbreviations and naming conventions

3.1 RFID components and their function

3.2 Overview of transponders

Fundamentals of application planning

Selection criteria for SIMATIC RF200 components

Transmission window and read/write distance

Width of the transmission window

Impact of secondary fields

Permissible directions of motion of the transponder

Operation in static and dynamic mode

Dwell time of the transponder

Communication between communication module, reader and transponder

4.2 Field data of transponders and readers

Field data

Minimum clearances

Overview

Reduction of interference due to metal

4.3 Installation guidelines

Effects of metal on different transponders and readers

Impact of metal on the transmission window

RF210R

RF220R

RF240R

RF250R

RF260R

RF290R

Installation and connection of 2 to 6 antennas with one RF290R reader

Installation options with the antenna splitter (2-4 antennas)

Antenna installation

Installation options with the antenna multiplexer (2-6 antennas)

Chemical resistance of the transponders

Overview of the transponders and their housing materials

Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS)

Polycarbonate (PC)

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

Epoxy resin

PA6.6 GF30

4.4 Further information

Features

RF210R ordering data

5.1 SIMATIC RF210R

Pin assignment RF210R with RS422 interface

Display elements of the RF210R reader

Minimum distance between RF210R readers

Technical specifications of the RF210R reader

Approvals

Dimension drawing

Features

Ordering data RF210M

5.2 SIMATIC RF210M

Installing the RF210M reader

Pin assignment RF210M with RS-422 interface

Display elements of the RF210M reader

Technical specifications of the RF210M reader

Approvals