Siemens RF280R RFID Reader 13.56 MHz User Manual SIMATIC RF200

Siemens AG RFID Reader 13.56 MHz SIMATIC RF200

Contents

SYH_RF200_76_Part 1

SIMATIC Ident
RFID systems
SIMATIC RF200
System Manual
07/2017
J31069
-D0227-U001-A9-7619
Introduction
1
Safety notes
2
System overview
3
Planning the RF200 system
4
Readers
5
Antennas
6
Transponder
7
System integration
8
System diagnostics
9
Appendix
A
nd Drives
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1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... 13
1.1 Abbreviations and naming conventions .................................................................................. 14
2 Safety notes .......................................................................................................................................... 15
3 System overview ................................................................................................................................... 19
3.1 RFID components and their function ...................................................................................... 20
3.2 Overview of transponders ....................................................................................................... 23
4 Planning the RF200 system .................................................................................................................. 27
4.1 Fundamentals of application planning .................................................................................... 27
4.1.1 Selection criteria for SIMATIC RF200 components ................................................................ 27
4.1.2 Transmission window and read/write distance ....................................................................... 27
4.1.3 Width of the transmission window .......................................................................................... 30
4.1.4 Impact of secondary fields ...................................................................................................... 31
4.1.5 Permissible directions of motion of the transponder ............................................................... 34
4.1.6 Operation in static and dynamic mode ................................................................................... 35
4.1.7 Dwell time of the transponder ................................................................................................. 36
4.1.8 Communication between communication module, reader and transponder .......................... 37
4.2 Field data of transponders and readers .................................................................................. 38
4.2.1 Field data ................................................................................................................................ 39
4.2.2 Minimum clearances ............................................................................................................... 48
4.3 Installation guidelines.............................................................................................................. 50
4.3.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................. 50
4.3.2 Reduction of interference due to metal ................................................................................... 51
4.3.3 Effects of metal on different transponders and readers .......................................................... 53
4.3.4 Impact of metal on the transmission window .......................................................................... 54
4.3.4.1 RF210R ................................................................................................................................... 55
4.3.4.2 RF220R ................................................................................................................................... 58
4.3.4.3 RF240R ................................................................................................................................... 60
4.3.4.4 RF250R ................................................................................................................................... 63
4.3.4.5 RF260R ................................................................................................................................... 71
4.3.4.6 RF280R ................................................................................................................................... 74
4.3.4.7 RF290R ................................................................................................................................... 76
4.3.5 Installation and connection of 2 to 6 antennas with one RF290R reader ............................... 80
4.3.5.1 Installation options with the antenna splitter (2-4 antennas) .................................................. 80
4.3.5.2 Antenna installation ................................................................................................................. 84
4.3.5.3 Installation options with the antenna multiplexer (2-6 antennas) ........................................... 88
4.3.6 Chemical resistance of the reader and transponders ............................................................. 89
4.3.6.1 Readers .................................................................................................................................. 89
4.3.6.2 Transponder ............................................................................................................................ 93
4.4 Further information ................................................................................................................ 101
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5 Readers ............................................................................................................................................... 103
5.1 SIMATIC RF210R ................................................................................................................ 104
5.1.1 Features ............................................................................................................................... 104
5.1.2 RF210R ordering data ......................................................................................................... 104
5.1.3 Pin assignment RF210R with RS422 interface .................................................................... 105
5.1.4 LED operating display .......................................................................................................... 105
5.1.5 Minimum distance between RF210R readers ...................................................................... 106
5.1.6 Technical specifications of the RF210R reader ................................................................... 107
5.1.7 Approvals ............................................................................................................................. 108
5.1.8 Dimension drawing .............................................................................................................. 109
5.2 SIMATIC RF210M ................................................................................................................ 110
5.2.1 Features ............................................................................................................................... 110
5.2.2 Ordering data RF210M ........................................................................................................ 110
5.2.3 Installing the RF210M reader ............................................................................................... 111
5.2.4 Pin assignment RF210M with RS-422 interface .................................................................. 112
5.2.5 LED operating display .......................................................................................................... 112
5.2.6 Technical specifications of the RF210M reader ................................................................... 113
5.2.7 Approvals ............................................................................................................................. 114
5.2.8 Dimension drawing .............................................................................................................. 115
5.3 SIMATIC RF220R ................................................................................................................ 116
5.3.1 Features ............................................................................................................................... 116
5.3.2 RF220R ordering data ......................................................................................................... 116
5.3.3 RF220R pin assignment with RS422 interface .................................................................... 117
5.3.4 LED operating display .......................................................................................................... 117
5.3.5 Minimum distance between RF220R readers ...................................................................... 118
5.3.6 Technical specifications of the RF220R reader ................................................................... 119
5.3.7 Approvals ............................................................................................................................. 120
5.3.8 Dimension drawing .............................................................................................................. 121
5.4 SIMATIC RF240R ................................................................................................................ 122
5.4.1 Features ............................................................................................................................... 122
5.4.2 RF240R ordering data ......................................................................................................... 122
5.4.3 Pin assignment RF240R ...................................................................................................... 123
5.4.4 LED operating display .......................................................................................................... 123
5.4.5 Minimum distance between several RF240R readers ......................................................... 124
5.4.6 Technical specifications of the RF240R reader ................................................................... 125
5.4.7 Approvals ............................................................................................................................. 127
5.4.8 Dimension drawing .............................................................................................................. 128
5.5 SIMATIC RF250R ................................................................................................................ 128
5.5.1 Features ............................................................................................................................... 128
5.5.2 Ordering data RF250R ......................................................................................................... 129
5.5.3 Pin assignment RF250R ...................................................................................................... 129
5.5.4 LED operating display .......................................................................................................... 129
5.5.5 Technical specifications of the RF250R reader ................................................................... 130
5.5.6 Approvals ............................................................................................................................. 131
5.5.7 Dimension drawing .............................................................................................................. 133
5.6 SIMATIC RF260R ................................................................................................................ 134
5.6.1 Features ............................................................................................................................... 134
5.6.2 Ordering data for RF260R ................................................................................................... 134
5.6.3 Pin assignment RF260R ...................................................................................................... 135
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5.6.4 LED operating display ........................................................................................................... 135
5.6.5 Minimum distance between several RF260R ....................................................................... 136
5.6.6 Technical data of the RF260R reader................................................................................... 137
5.6.7 Approvals .............................................................................................................................. 138
5.6.8 Dimension drawing ............................................................................................................... 139
5.7 SIMATIC RF280R ................................................................................................................. 140
5.7.1 Features ................................................................................................................................ 140
5.7.2 Ordering data RF280R.......................................................................................................... 140
5.7.3 Pin assignment RF280R ....................................................................................................... 141
5.7.4 LED operating display ........................................................................................................... 141
5.7.5 Minimum distance between RF280R readers ...................................................................... 142
5.7.6 Technical specifications of the RF280R reader .................................................................... 143
5.7.7 Approvals .............................................................................................................................. 144
5.7.8 Dimension drawing ............................................................................................................... 146
5.8 SIMATIC RF290R ................................................................................................................. 147
5.8.1 Features ................................................................................................................................ 147
5.8.2 Ordering data RF290R.......................................................................................................... 147
5.8.3 Pin assignment RF290R ....................................................................................................... 149
5.8.4 LED operating display ........................................................................................................... 151
5.8.5 Installing the RF290R reader ................................................................................................ 152
5.8.5.1 Wall mounting ....................................................................................................................... 152
5.8.5.2 Installing on the S7-300 standard rail ................................................................................... 153
5.8.5.3 Installation on a DIN rail ........................................................................................................ 153
5.8.6 Technical specifications of the RF290R reader .................................................................... 155
5.8.7 Approvals .............................................................................................................................. 156
5.8.8 Note on the use of the RF290R as a replacement for SLG D10 / SLG D10S ...................... 158
5.8.9 Dimension drawing ............................................................................................................... 159
6 Antennas ............................................................................................................................................ 161
6.1 ANT 1 .................................................................................................................................... 161
6.1.1 Characteristics ...................................................................................................................... 161
6.1.2 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................ 161
6.1.3 Flush-mounted in metal ........................................................................................................ 162
6.1.4 Operating / limit distances .................................................................................................... 162
6.1.5 Minimum clearances ............................................................................................................. 163
6.1.6 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................ 164
6.1.7 Dimension drawing ............................................................................................................... 165
6.2 ANT 3 .................................................................................................................................... 166
6.2.1 Features ................................................................................................................................ 166
6.2.2 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................ 166
6.2.3 Mounting on/in metal............................................................................................................. 167
6.2.4 Operating / limit distances .................................................................................................... 168
6.2.5 Minimum spacing .................................................................................................................. 169
6.2.6 Technical data ....................................................................................................................... 170
6.2.7 Dimension drawing ............................................................................................................... 171
6.3 ANT 8 .................................................................................................................................... 172
6.3.1 Features ................................................................................................................................ 172
6.3.2 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................ 172
6.3.3 Transmission window............................................................................................................ 173
6.3.4 Flush-mounted in metal ........................................................................................................ 173
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6.3.5 Minimum spacing ................................................................................................................. 174
6.3.6 Technical data ...................................................................................................................... 175
6.3.7 Dimension drawing .............................................................................................................. 176
6.4 ANT 12 ................................................................................................................................. 177
6.4.1 Features ............................................................................................................................... 177
6.4.2 Ordering data ....................................................................................................................... 177
6.4.3 Transmission window ........................................................................................................... 178
6.4.4 Flush-mounted in metal ....................................................................................................... 178
6.4.5 Minimum spacing ................................................................................................................. 179
6.4.6 Technical data ...................................................................................................................... 180
6.4.7 Dimension drawing .............................................................................................................. 181
6.5 ANT 18 ................................................................................................................................. 182
6.5.1 Features ............................................................................................................................... 182
6.5.2 Ordering data ....................................................................................................................... 182
6.5.3 Transmission window ........................................................................................................... 183
6.5.4 Flush-mounted in metal ....................................................................................................... 183
6.5.5 Minimum spacing ................................................................................................................. 184
6.5.6 Technical data ...................................................................................................................... 185
6.5.7 Dimension drawing .............................................................................................................. 186
6.6 ANT 30 ................................................................................................................................. 187
6.6.1 Features ............................................................................................................................... 187
6.6.2 Ordering data ....................................................................................................................... 187
6.6.3 Transmission window ........................................................................................................... 188
6.6.4 Flush-mounted in metal ....................................................................................................... 189
6.6.5 Minimum spacing ................................................................................................................. 189
6.6.6 Technical data ...................................................................................................................... 190
6.6.7 Dimension drawing .............................................................................................................. 191
6.7 ANT D5 ................................................................................................................................ 192
6.7.1 Features ............................................................................................................................... 192
6.7.2 Ordering data ....................................................................................................................... 192
6.7.3 Transmission window ........................................................................................................... 193
6.7.4 Flush-mounted in metal ....................................................................................................... 194
6.7.5 Minimum spacing ................................................................................................................. 194
6.7.6 Technical data ...................................................................................................................... 195
6.7.7 Dimension drawing .............................................................................................................. 197
6.8 ANT D6 ................................................................................................................................ 198
6.8.1 Features ............................................................................................................................... 198
6.8.2 Ordering data ....................................................................................................................... 198
6.8.3 Transmission window ........................................................................................................... 199
6.8.4 Metal-free area ..................................................................................................................... 200
6.8.5 Minimum spacing ................................................................................................................. 200
6.8.6 Technical data ...................................................................................................................... 201
6.8.7 Dimensional diagram ........................................................................................................... 202
6.9 ANT D10 .............................................................................................................................. 203
6.9.1 Features ............................................................................................................................... 203
6.9.2 Ordering data ....................................................................................................................... 203
6.9.3 Transmission window ........................................................................................................... 204
6.9.4 Metal-free area ..................................................................................................................... 205
6.9.5 Minimum spacing ................................................................................................................. 206
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6.9.6 Technical data ....................................................................................................................... 206
6.9.7 Dimensional diagram ............................................................................................................ 208
7 Transponder ....................................................................................................................................... 209
7.1 Memory configuration of ISO the transponders .................................................................... 209
7.2 MDS D100 ............................................................................................................................ 210
7.2.1 Characteristics ...................................................................................................................... 210
7.2.2 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................ 210
7.2.3 Metal-free area ...................................................................................................................... 211
7.2.4 Technical data ....................................................................................................................... 212
7.2.5 Dimension drawing ............................................................................................................... 214
7.3 MDS D117 ............................................................................................................................ 215
7.3.1 Features ................................................................................................................................ 215
7.3.2 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................ 215
7.3.3 Mounting in metal .................................................................................................................. 215
7.3.4 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................ 216
7.3.5 Dimension drawing ............................................................................................................... 217
7.4 MDS D124 ............................................................................................................................ 218
7.4.1 Characteristics ...................................................................................................................... 218
7.4.2 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................ 218
7.4.3 Mounting on metal ................................................................................................................ 219
7.4.4 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................ 220
7.4.5 Use of the MDS D124 in hazardous area ............................................................................. 221
7.4.6 Dimension drawing ............................................................................................................... 223
7.5 MDS D126 ............................................................................................................................ 224
7.5.1 Characteristics ...................................................................................................................... 224
7.5.2 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................ 224
7.5.3 Mounting on metal ................................................................................................................ 225
7.5.4 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................ 226
7.5.5 Dimension drawing ............................................................................................................... 227
7.6 MDS D127 ............................................................................................................................ 228
7.6.1 Features ................................................................................................................................ 228
7.6.2 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................ 228
7.6.3 Mounting in metal .................................................................................................................. 229
7.6.4 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................ 230
7.6.5 Dimension drawing ............................................................................................................... 231
7.7 MDS D139 ............................................................................................................................ 232
7.7.1 Characteristics ...................................................................................................................... 232
7.7.2 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................
232
7.7.3 Metal-free area ...................................................................................................................... 233
7.7.4 Mounting in metal .................................................................................................................. 234
7.7.5 Cleaning the transponder ..................................................................................................... 234
7.7.6 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................ 235
7.7.7 Use of the MDS D139 in hazardous areas ........................................................................... 236
7.7.8 Dimension drawings .............................................................................................................. 238
7.8 MDS D160 ............................................................................................................................ 239
7.8.1 Characteristics ...................................................................................................................... 239
7.8.2 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................ 239
7.8.3 Mounting on metal ................................................................................................................ 240
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7.8.4 Technical specifications ....................................................................................................... 240
7.8.5 Dimension drawings ............................................................................................................. 242
7.9 MDS D165 ............................................................................................................................ 243
7.9.1 Features ............................................................................................................................... 243
7.9.2 Ordering data ....................................................................................................................... 243
7.9.3 Technical data ...................................................................................................................... 244
7.9.4 Dimension drawing .............................................................................................................. 245
7.10 MDS D200 ............................................................................................................................ 246
7.10.1 Features ............................................................................................................................... 246
7.10.2 Ordering data ....................................................................................................................... 246
7.10.3 Mounting on metal ............................................................................................................... 247
7.10.4 Technical data ...................................................................................................................... 248
7.10.5 Dimension drawing .............................................................................................................. 250
7.11 MDS D261 ............................................................................................................................ 250
7.11.1 Features ............................................................................................................................... 250
7.11.2 Ordering data ....................................................................................................................... 250
7.11.3 Technical data ...................................................................................................................... 251
7.11.4 Dimension drawing .............................................................................................................. 252
7.12 MDS D324 ............................................................................................................................ 253
7.12.1 Characteristics ..................................................................................................................... 253
7.12.2 Ordering data ....................................................................................................................... 253
7.12.3 Mounting on metal ............................................................................................................... 254
7.12.4 Technical specifications ....................................................................................................... 255
7.12.5 Dimension drawing .............................................................................................................. 256
7.13 MDS D339 ............................................................................................................................ 257
7.13.1 Characteristics ..................................................................................................................... 257
7.13.2 Ordering data ....................................................................................................................... 257
7.13.3 Mounting on metal ............................................................................................................... 258
7.13.4 Mounting in metal ................................................................................................................. 259
7.13.5 Cleaning the transponder ..................................................................................................... 259
7.13.6 Technical specifications ....................................................................................................... 260
7.13.7 Use of the MDS D339 in hazardous areas .......................................................................... 261
7.13.8 Dimensional drawing ............................................................................................................ 263
7.14 MDS D400 ............................................................................................................................ 264
7.14.1 Features ............................................................................................................................... 264
7.14.2 Ordering data ....................................................................................................................... 264
7.14.3 Mounting on metal ............................................................................................................... 265
7.14.4 Technical specifications ....................................................................................................... 266
7.14.5 Dimension drawing .............................................................................................................. 268
7.15 MDS D421 ............................................................................................................................ 269
7.15.1 Characteristics ..................................................................................................................... 269
7.15.2 Ordering data ....................................................................................................................... 269
7.15.3 Mounting on metal ............................................................................................................... 270
7.15.4 Technical specifications ....................................................................................................... 272
7.15.5 Dimension drawing .............................................................................................................. 273
7.16 MDS D422 ............................................................................................................................ 274
7.16.1 Characteristics ..................................................................................................................... 274
7.16.2 Ordering data ....................................................................................................................... 274
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7.16.3 Mounting in metal .................................................................................................................. 274
7.16.4 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................ 275
7.16.5 Dimension drawing ............................................................................................................... 276
7.17 MDS D423 ............................................................................................................................ 277
7.17.1 Characteristics ...................................................................................................................... 277
7.17.2 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................ 277
7.17.3 Mounting on metal ................................................................................................................ 277
7.17.4 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................ 279
7.17.5 Dimensional drawing............................................................................................................. 281
7.18 MDS D424 ............................................................................................................................ 281
7.18.1 Characteristics ...................................................................................................................... 281
7.18.2 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................ 282
7.18.3 Mounting on metal ................................................................................................................ 282
7.18.4 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................ 283
7.18.5 Dimension drawing ............................................................................................................... 285
7.19 MDS D425 ............................................................................................................................ 285
7.19.1 Characteristics ......................................................................................................................
285
7.19.2 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................ 286
7.19.3 Application example .............................................................................................................. 286
7.19.4 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................ 286
7.19.5 Dimension drawing ............................................................................................................... 288
7.20 MDS D426 ............................................................................................................................ 288
7.20.1 Characteristics ...................................................................................................................... 288
7.20.2 Mounting on metal ................................................................................................................ 289
7.20.3 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................ 290
7.20.4 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................ 290
7.20.5 Dimension drawing ............................................................................................................... 291
7.21 MDS D428 ............................................................................................................................ 292
7.21.1 Characteristics ...................................................................................................................... 292
7.21.2 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................ 292
7.21.3 Application example .............................................................................................................. 293
7.21.4 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................ 293
7.21.5 Dimension drawing ............................................................................................................... 295
7.22 MDS D460 ............................................................................................................................ 295
7.22.1 Characteristics ...................................................................................................................... 295
7.22.2 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................ 296
7.22.3 Mounting on metal ................................................................................................................ 296
7.22.4 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................ 297
7.22.5 Dimension drawings .............................................................................................................. 298
7.23 MDS D521 ............................................................................................................................ 299
7.23.1 Characteristics ...................................................................................................................... 299
7.23.2 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................ 299
7.23.3 Mounting on metal ................................................................................................................ 299
7.23.4 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................ 301
7.23.5 Dimension drawing ............................................................................................................... 303
7.24 MDS D522 ............................................................................................................................ 303
7.24.1 Characteristics ...................................................................................................................... 303
7.24.2 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................ 304
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7.24.3 Mounting in metal ................................................................................................................. 304
7.24.4 Technical specifications ....................................................................................................... 305
7.24.5 Dimension drawing .............................................................................................................. 306
7.25 MDS D522 special variant ................................................................................................... 307
7.25.1 Characteristics ..................................................................................................................... 307
7.25.2 Ordering data ....................................................................................................................... 307
7.25.3 Mounting in metal ................................................................................................................. 308
7.25.4 Installation instructions ......................................................................................................... 308
7.25.5 Technical specifications ....................................................................................................... 310
7.25.6 Dimensional drawing ............................................................................................................ 311
7.26 MDS D524 ............................................................................................................................ 312
7.26.1 Characteristics ..................................................................................................................... 312
7.26.2 Ordering data ....................................................................................................................... 312
7.26.3 Mounting on metal ............................................................................................................... 313
7.26.4 Technical specifications ....................................................................................................... 314
7.26.5 Dimension drawing .............................................................................................................. 315
7.27 MDS D526 ............................................................................................................................ 316
7.27.1 Characteristics ..................................................................................................................... 316
7.27.2 Ordering data ....................................................................................................................... 316
7.27.3 Mounting on metal ............................................................................................................... 317
7.27.4 Technical specifications ....................................................................................................... 318
7.27.5 Dimension drawing .............................................................................................................. 319
7.28 MDS D528 ............................................................................................................................ 320
7.28.1 Characteristics ..................................................................................................................... 320
7.28.2 Ordering data ....................................................................................................................... 320
7.28.3 Application example ............................................................................................................. 321
7.28.4 Technical specifications ....................................................................................................... 321
7.28.5 Dimension drawing .............................................................................................................. 323
8 System integration ............................................................................................................................... 325
9 System diagnostics .............................................................................................................................. 329
9.1 Error codes of the RF200 readers ....................................................................................... 329
9.2 Diagnostics functions - STEP 7 ........................................................................................... 331
9.2.1 Reader diagnostics with "Reader Status" (SLG Status) ...................................................... 331
9.2.2 Transponder diagnostics with "Tag Status" (MDS Status) .................................................. 333
A Appendix ............................................................................................................................................. 335
A.1 Certificates & approvals ....................................................................................................... 335
A.2 Accessories .......................................................................................................................... 337
A.2.1 Antenna splitter .................................................................................................................... 337
A.2.2 Antenna multiplexer SIMATIC RF260X ............................................................................... 339
A.2.2.1 Characteristics ..................................................................................................................... 339
A.2.2.2 Ordering data ....................................................................................................................... 339
A.2.2.3 Description ........................................................................................................................... 340
A.2.2.4 Principle of operation ........................................................................................................... 340
A.2.2.5 Connectors ........................................................................................................................... 341
A.2.2.6 Configuration ........................................................................................................................ 342
A.2.2.7 Parameterization .................................................................................................................. 342
A.2.2.8 RF260X commands ............................................................................................................. 344
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A.2.2.9 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................ 345
A.2.2.10 Dimensional drawing............................................................................................................. 346
A.2.3 Wide-range power supply unit for SIMATIC RF systems ..................................................... 347
A.2.3.1 Features ................................................................................................................................ 347
A.2.3.2 Scope of supply .................................................................................................................... 348
A.2.3.3 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................ 348
A.2.3.4 Safety Information ................................................................................................................. 348
A.2.3.5 Connecting ............................................................................................................................ 349
A.2.3.6 Technical specifications ........................................................................................................ 350
A.2.3.7 Pin assignment of DC outputs and mains connection .......................................................... 352
A.2.3.8 Dimension drawing ............................................................................................................... 353
A.2.3.9 Certificates and approvals .................................................................................................... 354
A.2.4 Transponder holders ............................................................................................................. 355
A.3 Connecting cable .................................................................................................................. 361
A.3.1 Reader RF2xxR (RS-422) with ASM 456 / RF160C / RF170C / RF180C / RF182C ........... 361
A.3.2 Reader RF2xxR (RS-422) with ASM 475 ............................................................................. 363
A.3.3 Reader RF2xxR (RS-422) with RF120C...............................................................................
364
A.3.4 Reader RF240R/RF260R/RF290R (RS232) with PC ........................................................... 364
A.3.5 Reader RF290R .................................................................................................................... 366
A.4 Ordering data ........................................................................................................................ 367
A.5 Service & Support ................................................................................................................. 377
Index................................................................................................................................................... 379
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Introduction
1
Introduction
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).
Scope of validity of this document
This documentation is valid for all variants of the SIMATIC RF200 system and describes the
devices shipped as of July 2015.
Registered trademarks
SIMATIC ®, SIMATIC RF ®, MOBY ®, RF MANAGER ® and SIMATIC Sensors ® are registered
trademarks of Siemens AG.
Further information
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)
Introduction
1.1 Abbreviations and naming conventions
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● 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)
History
The following issues of the SIMATIC RF200 system manual have been published:
Output
Note
03/2011
First edition
05/2011 Expansion of the documentation with the addition of the device variant RF260R with
RS-232 interface
09/2011
Expansion of the documentation with the device variant RF240R
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
• Transponder
07/2015 Expansion of the documentation by the following:
• ANT 3 antennas
• MDS D5xx transponder
• Mobile reader RF210R
05/2017 Expansion of the documentation by the following:
• Device version RF280R
• Mobile Reader RF350M
1.1
Abbreviations and naming conventions
Abbreviations and naming conventions
The following terms/abbreviations are used synonymously in this document:
Reader
Write/read device (SLG)
Transponder, tag
Data carrier, mobile data storage, (MDS)
Communications module (CM)
Interface module (ASM)
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Safety notes
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SIMATIC RFID products comply with the salient safety specifications acc. to IEC, VDE, EN,
UL and CSA. If you have questions about the permissibility of the installation in the planned
environment, please contact your service representative.
WARNING
Opening the device
Do not open the device when when the power supply is on. Unauthorized opening of and
improper repairs to the device may result in substantial damage to equipment or risk of
personal injury to the user.
NOTICE
Alterations not permitted
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.
Installation instructions
NOTICE
Switch/fuse to disconnect the reader from the power supply
Make sure that the readers can be disconnected from the power supply with a switch or a
fuse. The function of the switch or fuse must be clearly recognizable.
Operating temperature
CAUTION
Danger of burns
Note that some outer components of the reader are made of metal. Depending on the
environmental conditions temperatures can occur on the device that are higher than the
maximum permitted operating temperature.
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Repairs
WARNING
Repairs only by authorized qualified personnel
Repairs may only be carried out by authorized qualified personnel. Unauthorized openi
ng of
and improper repairs to the device may result in substantial damage to equipment or risk of
personal injury to the user.
System expansions
Only install system expansions intended for this system. If you install other expansions, you
may damage the system or violate the safety requirements and regulations for radio
frequency interference suppression. Contact Technical Support or your local sales
department to find out which system expansions are suitable for installation.
NOTICE
Warranty conditions
If you cause system defects by installing or exchanging system expansion devices, the
warranty becomes void.
Safety distances
CAUTION
Safety distance between reader/antenna and persons
Note that for permanent exposure, the following safety distances must be adhered to:
• RF310R: ≥ 80 mm
• RF340R: ≥ 130 mm
• RF350R + ANT 1: ≥ 140 mm
• RF350R + ANT 3: ≥ 80 mm
• RF350R + ANT 12: ≥ 25 mm
• RF350R + ANT 18: ≥ 50 mm
• RF350R + ANT 30: ≥ 80 mm
• RF380R: ≥ 250 mm
• RF382R: ≥ 130 mm
Note
Safety distance with pacemakers
A safety distance between reader/antenna and persons with pacemakers is not necessary.
Safety notes
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Security information
Siemens provides products and solutions with industrial security functions that support the
secure operation of plants, systems, machines and networks.
In order to protect plants, systems, machines and networks against cyber threats, it is
necessary to implement – and continuously maintain – a holistic, state-of-the-art industrial
security concept. Siemens’ products and solutions only form one element of such a concept.
Customer is responsible to prevent unauthorized access to its plants, systems, machines
and networks. Systems, machines and components should only be connected to the
enterprise network or the internet if and to the extent necessary and with appropriate security
measures (e.g. use of firewalls and network segmentation) in place.
Additionally, Siemens’ guidance on appropriate security measures should be taken into
account. For more information about industrial security, please visit
Link: (http://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity)
Siemens’ products and solutions undergo continuous development to make them more
secure. Siemens strongly recommends to apply product updates as soon as available and to
always use the latest product versions. Use of product versions that are no longer supported,
and failure to apply latest updates may increase customer’s exposure to cyber threats.
To stay informed about product updates, subscribe to the Siemens Industrial Security RSS
Feed under
Link: (http://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity).
Safety notes
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System overview
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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.
System overview
3.1 RFID components and their function
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3.1
RFID components and their function
RF200 system components
Figure 3-1 RF200 system overview
System overview
3.1 RFID components and their function
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Table 3- 1 Reader-transponder combination options, Part 1
Transponder
RF210R/
RF210M
RF220R
RF240R
RF260R
RF280R
RF290R 4)
RF350M
MDS D100
--
○
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
MDS D117
○ -- -- -- -- -- ✓ 6)
MDS D124
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
MDS D126
--
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
MDS D127
✓
--
--
--
--
--
✓
6)
MDS D139
1)
--
○
○
✓
✓
✓
✓
MDS D160
2)
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
MDS D165
--
○
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
MDS D200
--
○
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
MDS D261
--
○
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
MDS D324
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
MDS D339
--
○
○
✓
✓
✓
✓
MDS D400
--
--
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
MDS D421
✓
○
--
--
--
--
✓
6)
MDS D422
✓
✓
✓
--
--
--
✓
6)
MDS D423
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
--
✓
MDS D424
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
MDS D425
✓
✓
✓
--
✓
--
✓
MDS D426
--
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
MDS D428
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
--
✓
MDS D460
✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ○ / ✓ 5) ✓
MDS D521
✓
○
--
--
--
--
✓
6)
MDS D522
3)
✓
✓
✓
--
--
--
✓
6)
MDS D524
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
MDS D525
✓
✓
✓
--
✓
--
--
MDS D526
--
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
MDS D528
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
--
✓
1)
only with the article number 6GT2600-0AA10
2)
only with the article number 6GT2600-0AB10
3)
The transponder MDS D522 special variant has the same compatibility as the transponder MDS D522.
4)
in conjunction with ANT D5, D6 or D10
5)
combination recommended only in conjunction with ANT D5.
6) Only in conjunction with RF350M for external antennas (6GT2803-1BA10)
✓
Combination possible
--
Combination not possible
○
Combination possible, but not recommended
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Table 3- 2 Reader-transponder combination options, Part 2
RF250R with
Tran-
sponder
ANT 1
ANT 3
ANT 8
ANT 12
ANT 18
ANT 30
MDS D100
✓
○
--
--
--
○
MDS D117
--
--
✓
✓
--
--
MDS D124
✓ ✓ -- -- ✓ ✓
MDS D126
✓
✓
--
--
--
✓
MDS D127
--
--
✓
✓
--
--
MDS D139
✓
○
--
--
--
○
MDS D160
✓
✓
--
✓
✓
✓
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
-- -- ✓ ✓ ✓ --
MDS D522
)
--
✓
--
✓
✓
✓
MDS D524
✓
✓
--
--
✓
✓
MDS D525
✓
✓
--
✓
✓
✓
MDS D526
✓
✓
--
--
--
✓
MDS D528
✓
✓
--
✓
✓
✓
✓
Combination possible
--
Combination not possible
○
Combination possible, but not recommended
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3.2 Overview of transponders
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3.2
Overview of transponders
Overview of typical areas of application of ISO transponders for RF200
Transponder
Area of application
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
ranges are achieved in combination with the SIMATIC RF260R reader.
MDS D117 Very compact data carrier that can be cemented into objects where precise positioning is necessary. e.g.
tool identification.
MDS D124
Application areas in factory automation (e.g. small paintshops to 180°C).
MDS D126 Compact and rugged ISO transponder; suitable for identification of transport units in production-related
logistics; can also be deployed in harsh conditions.
MDS D127 Very compact data carrier that can be screwed into areas where precise positioning is necessary. e.g. tool
identification.
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
and distribution logistics, right up to product identification
MDS D200 From simple identification such as electronic barcode replacement/supplementation, through warehouse
and distribution logistics, right up to product identification.
MDS D261 Smart label (self-adhesive label)
The design of the transponder (self-adhesive label) permits a variety of designs in order to ensure opti-
mum dimensioning for the widest variety of applications.
From simple identification such as electronic barcode replacement/supplementation, through warehouse
and distribution logistics, right up to product identification.
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).
For typical areas of application, see "MDS D139".
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Transponder
Area of application
MDS D400 Simple identification such as electronic barcode replacement/supplements, from warehouse and distribu-
tion logistics right through to product identification.
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,
workpiece holders
MDS D422
Identification of metallic workpiece holders, workpieces or containers
MDS D423 Identification of metallic workpiece holders, workpieces or containers, production automation
MDS D424
Production and distribution logistics as well as in assembly and production lines
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,
and workpiece holders
MDS D426 Compact and rugged ISO transponder; suitable for identification of transport units in production-related
logistics; can also be deployed in harsh conditions
MDS D428 Compact and rugged ISO transponder; suitable for screw mounting
Use in assembly and production lines in the powertrain sector
MDS D460
Assembly lines with very small workpiece holders
MDS D521 The MDS D521 is constructed for tool coding according to DIN 69873. It can be used wherever small data
carriers and exact positioning are required, e.g. tool identification, workpiece holders.
MDS D522
Identification of metallic workpiece holders, workpieces or containers
MDS D522
Special vari-
ants
If Identification of metallic workpiece holders or workpieces
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
logistics; can also be deployed in harsh environmental conditions
MDS D528 Compact and rugged ISO transponder; suitable for screw mounting
Use in assembly and production lines in the powertrain sector
1)
Only with the MLFB 6GT2600-0AA10
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
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3.2 Overview of transponders
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Planning the RF200 system
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4.1
Fundamentals of application planning
4.1.1
Selection criteria for SIMATIC RF200 components
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.
4.1.2
Transmission window and read/write distance
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 field strength of the alternating field decreases quickly 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 Sg from the reader.
The picture below shows the transmission window of the SIMATIC RF210R and
SIMATIC RF220R readers between transponder and reader:
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Sa
Operating distance between transponder and reader
Sg Limit distance (maximum clear distance between upper surface of the reader and the tran-
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
Figure 4-1 RF210R/RF220R transmission window
The figure below shows the transmission window of the SIMATIC RF240R and SIMATIC
RF260R readers between transponder and reader:
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Sa
Operating distance between transponder and reader
Sg Limit distance (maximum clear distance between upper surface of the reader and the tran-
sponder, at which the transmission can still function under normal conditions)
L
Length of a transmission window
M
Field centerpoint
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.
From the diagrams above, it can also be seen that operation is possible within the area
between Sa and Sg. The active operating area reduces as the distance increases, and
shrinks to a single point at distance Sg. Only static mode should thus be used in the area
between Sa and Sg.
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4.1.3
Width of the transmission window
Determining the width of the transmission window
The following approximation formula can be used for practical applications:
B:
Width of the transmission window
L:
Length of the transmission window
Tracking tolerances
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
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 Sg.
①
Main field
②
Secondary field
Figure 4-3 Gap in the field resulting from secondary fields
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Secondary fields without shielding
The following graphic shows typical primary and secondary fields, if no shielding measures
are taken.
①
Main field
②
Secondary field
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
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.
①
Main field
②
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
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
Direction of motion of the transponder
Detection area L x W
Figure 4-6 Detection areas of the reader for different directions of transponder motion
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4.1.6
Operation in static and dynamic mode
Operation in static mode
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
Note
Note that in a metallic environment the values for the limit distance are reduced.
Operation in dynamic 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 (Sa) is of primary importance.
[Operating distances, see Chapter Field data of transponders and readers (Page 38)]
Figure 4-8 Operation in dynamic mode
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4.1.7
Dwell time of the transponder
The dwell time is the time in which the transponder remains within the transmission window
of the reader. The reader can exchange data with the transponder during this time.
The dwell time is calculated as follows:
t
V
:
Dwell time of the transponder
L:
Length of the transmission window
v
Tag
:
Speed of the transponder (tag) in dynamic mode
0.8:
Constant factor used to compensate for temperature influence and production tole
r-
ances
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. As a general rule:
t
V:
:
Dwell time of the data memory in the field of the reader
t
K
:
Communication time between transponder and communication module
or Calculation of the maximum amount of user data
t
K
:
Communication time between transponder and communication module
K
Constant; the constant is an internal system time. This includes the time for power
buildup on the MDS and for command transfer
tByte
Transmission time for 1 byte
n
Amount of user data in bytes
n
max
Maximum amount of user data in bytes in dynamic mode
t
V
Dwell time of the data memory in the field of the reader
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4.1.8
Communication between communication module, reader and transponder
Aids for calculating the data transmission times
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 "Ident Systems Software & Documentation", article number 6GT2080-
2AA20.
Figure 4-9 User interface of the calculation tool for command processing time
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Aids for calculating the field data
You will also find a tool for calculating field data on the DVD "Ident Systems, Software &
Documentation". Using this tool, among other things you can calculate the operating
distance (Sa), limit distance (Sg) and transmission window (L).
Figure 4-10 User interface of the calculation tool for field data acquisition
4.2
Field data of transponders and readers
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.
Tolerances of ±20 % are permitted due to production or temperature
conditions.
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.
Note
Transmission gaps
If the minimum operating distance (S
a) is not observed, a transmission gap can occur in the
center of the field. Communication with the transponder is not possible in the transmission
gap.
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Note
Possible reader-transponder combinations
The
tables of the following section show the possible reader-transponder combinations.
4.2.1
Field data
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
Length of the transmis-
sion window (Ld)
Operating distance (Sa)
Limit distance (Sg)
MDS D124
25
1 ... 18
20
MDS D127
1)
3
0 ... 2
2
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
8 1 ... 8 9
MDS D524
20
1 ... 15
17
MDS D525
12
1 ... 6
7
MDS D528
15
1 ... 10
11
1)
The transponder is only suitable for static mode.
All dimensions in mm.
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Table 4- 2 SIMATIC RF220R field data
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
30
2 ... 21
25
MDS D422
18
1 ... 12
14
MDS D423
30
2 ...24
28
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
MDS D522
15
1 ... 10
12
MDS D522
Special variants
15 1 ... 10 12
MDS D524
25
2 ... 22
25
MDS D525
20
1 ... 11
13
MDS D526
30
2 ... 25
30
MDS D528
20
1 ... 15
20
All dimensions in mm.
Table 4- 3 SIMATIC RF240R field data
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
50
1 ... 30
34
MDS D460
50
1 ... 30
34
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Length of the transmis-
sion window (L)
Operating distance (Sa)
Limit distance (Sg)
MDS D522
20
1 ... 10
12
MDS D522
Special variants
20 1 ... 10 12
MDS D524
60
1 ... 45
55
MDS D525
30 1 ... 15 17
MDS D526
60
2 ... 45
55
MDS D528
40
1 ... 30
35
All dimensions in mm.
Table 4- 4 Field data SIMATIC RF250R, with ANT 1
Length of the transmis-
sion window (Ld)
Operating distance (Sa)
Limit distance (Sg)
MDS D100
80
5 ... 95
115
MDS D124
55
2 ... 60
75
MDS D126
150
2 ... 80
95
MDS D139
75
5 ... 90
105
MDS D160
50
2 ... 35
45
MDS D165
140
5 ... 95
110
MDS D200
130
5 ... 90
100
MDS D261
100
2 ... 90
110
MDS D324
50
5 ... 60
70
MDS D339
110
2 ... 85
100
MDS D400
140
10 ... 95
110
MDS D423
50
2 ... 35
45
MDS D424
40
2 ... 70
80
MDS D425
40 2 ... 25 30
MDS D426
110
2 ... 80
95
MDS D428
40 2 ... 40 50
MDS D460
50
2 ... 30
40
MDS D524
50
2 ... 65
80
MDS D525
40
2 ... 25
30
MDS D526
110
2 ... 80
95
MDS D528
40
2 ... 40
45
All dimensions in mm.
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Table 4- 5 Field data SIMATIC RF250R, with ANT 3
Length of the transmis-
sion window (Ld)
Operating distance (Sa)
Limit distance (Sg)
MDS D124
40
1 ... 32
40
MDS D126
65 0 ... 47 60
MDS D160
24
1 ... 23
30
MDS D324
32
1 ... 22
35
MDS D422
20
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
20 1 ... 12 15
MDS D524
35
1 ... 35
40
MDS D525
22
1 ... 12
20
MDS D526
45
2 ... 35
45
MDS D528
25
1 ... 20
25
All dimensions in mm.
Table 4- 6 Field data SIMATIC RF250R, with ANT 8
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
3
0 ... 3
4
All dimensions in mm.
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Table 4- 7 Field data SIMATIC RF250R, with ANT 12
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
MDS D428
18
1 ... 8
12
MDS D460
16
1 ... 10
14
MDS D521
5
0 ... 3
4
MDS D522
10
1 ... 7
9
MDS D522
Special variants
10 1 ... 7 9
MDS D525
12
1 ... 8
10
MDS D528
15
1 ... 8
12
All dimensions in mm.
Table 4- 8 Field data SIMATIC RF250R, with ANT 18
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
15 1 ... 10 12
MDS D524
30
1 ... 25
30
MDS D525
19
1 ... 11
16
MDS D528
20
1 ... 15
20
All dimensions in mm.
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Table 4- 9 Field data SIMATIC RF250R, with ANT 30
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
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
20 1 ... 12 15
MDS D524
35
1 ... 35
40
MDS D525
22
1 ... 12
20
MDS D526
60
2 ... 35
45
MDS D528
25
1 ... 20
25
All dimensions in mm.
Table 4- 10 SIMATIC RF260R field data
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
110
5 ... 65
80
MDS D400
140
2 ... 110
140
MDS D423
55
2 ... 40
45
MDS D424
80
2 ... 60
70
MDS D426
75
2 ... 70
85
MDS D428
50
2 ... 40
45
MDS D460
50
2 ... 40
45
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Length of the transmis-
sion window (L)
Operating distance (Sa)
Limit distance (Sg)
MDS D524
70
2 ... 60
70
MDS D526
80 2 ... 70 85
MDS D528
50
2 ... 35
40
All dimensions in mm.
Table 4- 11 Field data SIMATIC RF280R
Length of the transmission window
(L)
Operating distance
(Sa)
Limit distance (Sg)
in the x direc-
tion (Lx)
in the y direction
(Ly)
MDS D100
1)
140
100
10 ... 160
200
MDS D124
80
80
2 ... 110
130
MDS D126
180
140
2 ... 135
160
MDS D139
140
90
5 ... 115
190
MDS D160
80
40
2 ... 55
70
MDS D165
1)
200
140
10 ... 160
190
MDS D200
2)
200
160
20 ... 140
185
MDS D261
3)
190
120
20 ... 110
150
MDS D324
100
60
2 ... 85
110
MDS D339
290
140
5 ... 115
170
MDS D400
240
120
10 ... 170
200
MDS D423
110
60
5 ... 60
70
MDS D424
100
70
2 ... 100
140
MDS D425
80
45
2 ... 30
40
MDS D426
220
160
2 ... 145
175
MDS D428
80
50
2 ... 60
88
MDS D460
80
70
2 ... 55
70
MDS D524
100 70 2 ... 110 130
MDS D525
80
45
2 ... 30
40
MDS D526
220
160
2 ... 135
165
MDS D528
80
50
2 ... 60
85
All dimensions in mm.
1)
Be aware that the minimum distance must be increased 10 mm starting at 40 °C ambient tempera-
ture.
2)
Be aware that the minimum distance of the reader to the transponder must be increased approxi-
mately 6 mm every 5 °C starting at an ambient temperature of 25 °C and approximately 15 mm
starting at an ambient temperature of 50 °C.
3)
Be aware that the minimum distance of the reader to the transponder must be increased approxi-
mately 3 mm every 5 °C starting at an ambient temperature of 25 °C and approximately 14 mm
starting at an ambient temperature of 50 °C.
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Table 4- 12 Field data SIMATIC RF290R, with ANT D5 (at 4 W)
Length of the transmis-
sion window (L)
Operating distance (Sa)
Limit distance (Sg)
MDS D100
320
0 ... 400
500
MDS D124
300 0 ... 200 280
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.
Table 4- 13 Field data SIMATIC RF290R, with ANT D6 (at 4 W)
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
500 400 0 ... 130 180
MDS D165
520
420
0 ... 400
500
MDS D200
520 420 0 ... 500 600
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.
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Table 4- 14 Field data SIMATIC RF290R, with ANT D10 (at 4 W)
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
1050 350 0 ... 400 500
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.
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4.2.2
Minimum clearances
Minimum distance from transponder to transponder
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. The transponders
designed specifically for installation in/on metal are an exception to this.
Table 4- 15 Minimum clearances for transponders
RF210R
RF220R
RF240R
RF260R
RF280R
MDS D100
--
--
--
≥ 240
≥ 420
MDS D117
≥ 15 -- -- -- --
MDS D124
≥ 25
≥ 40
≥ 90
≥ 180
≥ 360
MDS D126
--
≥ 50
≥ 100
≥ 180
≥ 400
MDS D127
≥ 15
--
--
--
--
MDS D139
--
--
--
≥ 200
≥ 450
MDS D160
≥ 20
≥ 25
≥ 70
≥ 150
≥ 300
MDS D165
--
--
--
≥ 240
≥ 500
MDS D200
--
--
--
≥ 240
≥ 500
MDS D261
--
--
--
≥ 200
≥ 400
MDS D324
≥ 25
≥ 40
≥ 90
≥ 180
≥ 360
MDS D339
--
--
--
≥ 200
≥ 450
MDS D400
--
--
--
≥ 240
≥ 500
MDS D421
≥ 10
--
--
--
--
MDS D422
≥ 15
≥ 20
≥ 50
--
--
MDS D423
--
--
≥ 80
≥ 160
≥ 250
MDS D424
≥ 25
≥ 40
≥ 90
≥ 180
≥ 360
MDS D425
≥ 20
≥ 25
≥ 75
--
≥ 250
MDS D426
--
≥ 50
≥ 90
≥ 180
≥ 400
MDS D428
≥ 25
≥ 25
≥ 75
≥ 150
≥ 300
MDS D460
≥ 20 ≥ 25 ≥ 70 ≥ 150 ≥ 300
MDS D521
≥ 10
--
--
--
--
MDS D522
≥ 15
≥ 20
≥ 50
--
--
MDS D522
Special vari-
ants
≥ 15 ≥ 20 ≥ 50 -- --
MDS D524
≥ 25
≥ 40
≥ 90
≥ 180
≥ 360
MDS D526
--
≥ 50
≥ 90
≥ 180
≥ 400
MDS D528
≥ 25
≥ 25
≥ 75
≥ 150
≥ 300
All values are in mm, relative to the operating distance (S
a) between reader and transponder, and
between transponder edge and transponder edge
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Table 4- 16 Minimum clearances for transponders
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
≥ 100 -- -- ≥ 80 ≥ 100 ≥ 800 ≥ 1200 ≥ 1800
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
-- ≥ 30 ≥ 40 ≥ 50 -- -- -- --
MDS D522
≥ 70
--
≥ 50
≥ 60
≥ 70
--
--
--
MDS D522
Special vari-
ants
≥ 70 -- ≥ 50 ≥ 60 ≥ 70 -- -- --
MDS D524
≥ 100
--
--
≥ 80
≥ 100
≥ 800
≥ 1200
≥ 1800
MDS D526
≥ 100
--
--
--
≥ 100
≥ 800
≥ 1200
≥ 1800
MDS D528
≥ 80
--
≥ 50
≥ 60
≥ 80
--
--
--
1)
Depends on the connected antenna (ANT 3, 8, 12, 18 or 30).
2)
Depends on the connected antenna (ANT D5, D6 or D10).
All values are in mm, relative to the operating distance (S
a) between reader and transponder, and
between transponder edge and transponder edge
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Minimum distance from reader to reader
Table 4- 17 Minimum distances to readers or antennas
RF210R to
RF210R
RF220R to
RF220R
RF240R to
RF240R
ANT x to ANT x
with RF250R
RF260R to
RF260R
RF280R to
RF280R
ANT Dx to ANT
Dx
with RF290R
≥ 60 ≥ 100 ≥ 120
ANT 3: ≥ 100
≥ 150 with 2
readers ≥
400
with multi-
ple read-
ers ≥ 500
ANT D5: ≥ 2000
ANT 8: ≥ 50 ANT D10: ≥
2000
ANT 12: ≥ 60
ANT 18: ≥ 80
ANT 30: ≥ 100
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 an error.
Keeping to the values specified in the "Minimum distance readers or antennas" table is
therefore essential.
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.
4.3
Installation guidelines
4.3.1
Overview
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 39)" 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
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The following sections describe the impact on the operation of the RFID system when
mounted in the vicinity of metal.
4.3.2
Reduction of interference due to metal
Table 4- 18 Interference due to metal rack
Representation
Description
Problem:
A metal rack is located above the
transmission window of the reader.
This affects the entire field. In par-
ticular, the transmission window
between reader and transponder is
reduced.
Remedy:
The transmission window is no
longer affected if the transponder is
mounted differently.
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Table 4- 19 Flush-mounting of transponders and readers
Representation
Description
Problem:
Flush-mounting of transponders and
readers is possible in principle.
However, the size of the transmis-
sion window is significantly reduced.
The following measures can be
used to counteract the reduction of
the window:
Remedy:
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
affected by metal.)
Remedy:
Increase the distances a, b to metal.
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 transpond-
ers 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
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.
Table 4- 20 Mounting of several readers on metal frames or racks
Representation
Description
Problem:
Interaction between readers
Remedy:
Increase the distance D between the two readers.
Remedy:
Introduce one or more iron struts in order to short-
circuit the stray fields.
Remedy:
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:
4.3.3
Effects of metal on different transponders and readers
Mounting different transponders and readers on metal or flush-mounting
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
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. RF340R) 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 reduction of field data is also based on the minimum distance between the reader
and transponder. The respective recommendations are listed in the following table.
The impact of metal on the field data (Sg, Sa, L) is shown in a table in this section. The
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.
Note
Possible reader-transponder combinations
The tables of the following section show the possible reader
-transponder combinations.
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4.3.4.1
RF210R
The RF210R can be flush-mounted in metal. Please allow for a possible reduction in the field
data values. To avoid reduction in the case of d), the distance a should be ≥ 10 mm.
The following table shows the different arrangements for the reader with and without a
metallic environment:
Case
Diagram
Description
a)
Reader metal-free
b)
Reader on metal,
distance from metal ≥ 12 mm
c)
Reader in metal,
flush against M18 nut
d)
Reader in metal,
all around
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Table 4- 21 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF210R
Transponder
Reader without direct
metal influence
(Case a, b and d)
Reader flush-
mounted in metal
(Case c)
MDS D124
1)
Metal-free
100
82
On metal, distance 15 mm 90 90
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 15 mm
85 80
MDS D127
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
100 75
MDS D160
1)
Metal-free
100
95
On metal, distance 10 mm
100
95
MDS D324
1)
Metal-free
100
90
On metal, distance 15 mm
90
90
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
80 90
MDS D421
Metal-free
100
90
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
75 50
MDS D422
Metal-free
100
80
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
90 40
MDS D423
Metal-free
100
90
On metal, distance 0 mm
110
2)
100
2)
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 10 mm
95 85
MDS D424
1)
Metal-free
100
60
On metal, distance 15 mm
90
80
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
85 75
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
1)
Metal-free
100
90
On metal, distance 25 mm
100
90
MDS D521
Metal-free
100
90
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
75 50
MDS D522
Metal-free
100
80
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
90 40
MDS D522
Special variants
Metal-free
100
80
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
90 40
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Transponder
Reader without direct
metal influence
(Case a, b and d)
Reader flush-
mounted in metal
(Case c)
MDS D524
1)
Metal-free
100
60
On metal, distance 15 mm 90 80
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
85 75
MDS D528
Metal-free 100 90
On metal, distance 0 mm
100
80
1)
Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is
adequate clearance to the metal.
2)
Values of > 100 % related to non metal surroundings can occur if transponders were developed
specifically for mounting in/on metallic surroundings.
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4.3.4.2
RF220R
The RF220R can be flush-mounted in metal. Please allow for a possible reduction in the field
data values. To avoid reduction in the case of d), the distance a should be ≥ 15 mm.
The following table shows the different arrangements for the reader with and without a
metallic environment:
Case
Diagram
Description
a)
Reader metal-free
b)
Reader on metal,
distance from metal ≥ 12 mm
c)
Reader in metal,
flush against M30 nut
d)
Reader in metal,
all round
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Table 4- 22 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF220R
Transponder
Reader without direct
metal influence
(Case a, b and d)
Reader flush-
mounted in metal
(Case c)
MDS D124
1)
Metal-free
100
94
On metal, distance 15 mm 97 89
Tag flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 15 mm
86 83
MDS D126
1) Metal-free 100 75
On metal, distance 25 mm
85
70
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 50 mm
80 65
MDS D160
1)
Metal-free
100
89
On metal, distance 10 mm
100
89
MDS D324
1)
Metal-free
100
90
On metal, distance 15 mm
97
86
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
93 86
MDS D422
Metal-free
100
90
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
85 85
MDS D423
Metal-free
100
90
On metal, distance 0 mm
125
2)
115
2)
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 10 mm
80 75
MDS D424
1) Metal-free 100 93
On metal, distance 15 mm
96
89
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
86 82
MDS D425
Metal-free
100
90
Screwed onto metal
100
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
95 75
MDS D426
1)
Metal-free
100
90
On metal, distance 25 mm
90
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 50 mm
80 70
MDS D428
Metal-free
100
94
On metal, distance 0 mm
100
94
MDS D460
1)
Metal-free
100
92
On metal, distance 0 mm
100
92
MDS D522
Metal-free
100
90
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
85 85
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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 variants
Metal-free
100
90
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
85 85
MDS D524
1)
Metal-free
100
93
On metal, distance 0 mm 96 89
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
86 82
MDS D526
1)
Metal-free
100
90
On metal, distance 25 mm
90
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 50 mm
80 70
MDS D528
Metal-free
100
94
On metal, distance 0 mm
100
94
1)
Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is
adequate clearance to the metal.
2)
Values of > 100 % related to non metal surroundings can occur if transponders were developed
specifically for mounting in/on metallic surroundings.
4.3.4.3
RF240R
The RF240R can be flush-mounted in metal. Please allow for a possible reduction in the field
data values. To avoid reduction, the distance a should be ≥ 20 mm.
Figure 4-11 Metal-free space RF240R
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Table 4- 23 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF240R
Transponder
Reader without
direct
metal influence
Reader on
metal
(metal plate)
Reader flush-
mounted in metal
(all round
20 mm)
MDS D100
1)
Without metal
100
95
80
On metal, distance 20 mm 95 90 75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 20 mm
90 75 70
MDS D124
1) Without metal 100 85 75
On metal, distance 15 mm
90
80
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
85 70 65
MDS D126
1)
Without metal
100
80
70
On metal, distance 25 mm
80
75
60
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 50 mm
70 55 55
MDS D160
1)
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
1)
Without metal
100
95
85
On metal, distance 20 mm
95
80
70
Flush-mounted in metal,
distance all round 20 mm
70 60 50
MDS D261
Without metal
100
90
90
On metal, distance 25 mm
85
80
70
MDS D324
1) Without metal 100 90 80
On metal, distance 15 mm
95
85
80
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
90 75 70
MDS D400
1)
Without metal
100
90
80
On metal, distance 20 mm 80 75 55
Flush-mounted in metal,
distance all round 20 mm
75 70 50
MDS D422
Without metal
100
90
85
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
90 60 40
MDS D423
Without metal
100
95
90
On metal, distance 0 mm
150
2)
140
2)
140
2)
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 10 mm
70 60 60
MDS D424
1)
Without metal
100
85
80
On metal, distance 15 mm
90
80
75
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Transponder
Reader without
direct
metal influence
Reader on
metal
(metal plate)
Reader flush-
mounted in metal
(all round
20 mm)
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
80 70 65
MDS D425
Without metal
100
90
85
On metal, distance 0 mm
95
85
80
MDS D426
1) Without metal 100 80 70
On metal, distance 25 mm
90
80
70
Flush-mounted in metal;
Distance all-round 50 mm
85 65 60
MDS D428
Without metal
100
90
85
On metal, distance 0 mm
95
85
83
MDS D460
1)
Without metal
100
90
80
On metal, distance 0 mm
90
85
80
MDS D522
Metal-free
100
90
85
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
90 60 40
MDS D522
Special vari-
ant
Metal-free
100
90
85
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
90 60 40
MDS D524
1)
Metal-free
100
85
80
On metal, distance 0 mm
90
80
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
80 70 65
MDS D526
1)
Metal-free
100
80
70
On metal, distance 25 mm
90
80
70
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 50 mm
85 65 60
MDS D528
Metal-free
100
90
85
On metal, distance 0 mm
95
85
83
1)
Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is
adequate clearance to the metal.
2)
Values of > 100 % related to non metal surroundings can occur if transponders were developed
specifically for mounting in/on metallic surroundings.
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4.3.4.4
RF250R
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- 24 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF250R with ANT 1
Transponder
ANT 1 without
metal
ANT 1 on metal
ANT 1 mounted
in metal
(all round
40 mm)
MDS D100
1)
Without metal
100
85
80
On metal; distance 20 mm
70
60
65
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 20 mm
60 45 45
MDS D124
1)
Without metal
100
95
85
On metal; distance 15 mm
85
85
80
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 20 mm
85 80 50
MDS D126
1)
Without metal
100
85
85
On metal; distance 25 mm
85
75
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 50 mm
80 70 70
MDS D139
1) Without metal 100 90 85
On metal; distance 30 mm
95
85
85
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 100 mm
95 85 85
MDS D160
1)
Without metal
100
95
90
On metal; distance 10 mm 85 85 80
MDS D165
Without metal
100
85
85
On metal; distance 25 mm
90
80
75
MDS D200
1)
Without metal
100
85
80
On metal; distance 20 mm
85
75
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 20 mm
75 65 65
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Transponder
ANT 1 without
metal
ANT 1 on metal
ANT 1 mounted
in metal
(all round
40 mm)
MDS D261
Without metal
100
90
85
On metal; distance 25 mm 85 80 80
MDS D324
1)
Without metal
100
85
85
On metal; distance 15 mm
90
80
80
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
80 75 65
MDS D339
1)
Without metal
100
90
85
On metal; distance 30 mm
95
85
85
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 100 mm
95 85 85
MDS D400
1)
Without metal
100
90
85
On metal; distance 20 mm
80
70
65
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 20 mm
65 60 60
MDS D423
Without metal
100
90
90
On metal; distance 0 mm
115
2)
115
2)
115
2)
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
80 65 65
MDS D424
1)
Without metal
100
90
75
On metal; distance 15 mm
85
80
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
75 70 70
MDS D425
Without metal
100
95
95
On metal; distance 0 mm
90
85
85
MDS D426
1)
Without metal
100
90
85
On metal; distance 25 mm
85
80
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 50 mm
80 75 70
MDS D428
Without metal
100
90
85
On metal; distance 0 mm
85
80
80
MDS D460
1)
Without metal
100
90
80
On metal; distance 10 mm
85
80
75
MDS D524
1)
Without metal
100
90
75
On metal; distance 15 mm
85
80
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
75 70 70
MDS D525
Without metal
100
95
95
On metal; distance 0 mm
90
85
85
MDS D526
1)
Without metal
100
90
85
On metal; distance 25 mm
85
80
75
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Transponder
ANT 1 without
metal
ANT 1 on metal
ANT 1 mounted
in metal
(all round
40 mm)
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 50 mm
80 75 70
MDS D528
Without metal
100
90
85
On metal; distance 0 mm
85
80
80
1)
Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is
adequate clearance to the metal.
2)
Values of > 100 % can occur if transponders were developed specifically for mounting in/on metal-
lic surroundings.
Table 4- 25 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF250R with ANT 3
Transponder
RF250R with ANT 3
Antenna without
metal
Antenna flush-
mounted in metal
(all round 20 mm)
MDS D124
1)
Without metal
100
80
On metal, distance 15 mm
90
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
75 70
MDS D126
1)
Without metal
100
80
On metal, distance 25 mm
85
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 50 mm
60 50
MDS D160
1)
Without metal
100
85
On metal, distance 10 mm
95
80
MDS D324
1)
Without metal
100
80
On metal, distance 15 mm
95
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
85 70
MDS D422
Without metal 100 95
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
95 80
MDS D423
Without metal 100 90
On metal, distance 0 mm
130
2)
110
2)
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 10 mm
80 70
MDS D424
1)
Without metal
100
85
On metal, distance 15 mm
90
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
75 70
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Transponder
RF250R with ANT 3
Antenna without
metal
Antenna flush-
mounted in metal
(all round 20 mm)
MDS D425
Without metal
100
90
On metal, distance 0 mm
95
75
MDS D426
1) Without metal 100 70
On metal, distance 25 mm
90
65
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
55 45
MDS D428
Without metal
100
90
On metal, distance 0 mm
100
90
MDS D460
1)
Without metal
100
85
On metal, distance 10 mm
90
75
MDS D522
Without metal
100
95
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
95 80
MDS D522
Special variants
Without metal
100
95
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
95 80
MDS D524
1)
Without metal
100
85
On metal, distance 15 mm
90
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
75 70
MDS D526
1)
Without metal
100
70
On metal, distance 25 mm
90
65
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
55 45
MDS D528
Without metal 100 90
On metal, distance 0 mm
100
90
1)
Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is
adequate clearance to the metal.
2)
Values of > 100 % related to non metal surroundings can occur if transponders were developed
specifically for mounting in/on metallic surroundings.
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Table 4- 26 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF250R with ANT 8
Transponder
RF250R with ANT 8
Antenna without
metal
Antenna flush-
mounted in metal
MDS D117
Without metal
100
85
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
65 55
MDS D127
Without metal
100
85
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
70 60
MDS D421
Without metal
100
85
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
75 70
MDS D521
Without metal
100
85
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
75 70
Table 4- 27 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF250R with ANT 12
Transponder
RF250R with ANT 12
Antenna without
metal
Antenna flush-
mounted in metal
(all round 7 mm)
MDS D117
Without metal
100
85
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
50 40
MDS D127
Without metal
100
85
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
65 50
MDS D160
1)
Without metal
100
90
On metal, distance 10 mm
90
85
MDS D421
Without metal
100
90
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
65 45
MDS D422
Without metal
100
90
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
90 75
MDS D425
Without metal
100
90
On metal, distance 0 mm
115
2)
100
MDS D428
Without metal
100
85
On metal, distance 0 mm
110
2)
95
MDS D460
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 10 mm
90
80
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
85 75
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Transponder
RF250R with ANT 12
Antenna without
metal
Antenna flush-
mounted in metal
(all round 7 mm)
MDS D521
Without metal
100
90
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
65 45
MDS D522
Without metal
100
90
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
90 75
MDS D528
Without metal
100
85
On metal, distance 0 mm
110
2)
95
1)
Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is
adequate clearance to the metal.
2)
Values of > 100 % related to non metal surroundings can occur if transponders were developed
specifically for mounting in/on metallic surroundings.
Table 4- 28 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF250R with ANT 18
Transponder
RF250R with ANT 18
Antenna without
metal
Antenna flush-
mounted in metal
(all round 10 mm)
MDS D124
1)
Without metal
100
80
On metal, distance 15 mm
100
80
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
95 70
MDS D160
1)
Without metal
100
90
On metal, distance 10 mm
100
90
MDS D324
1)
Without metal
100
80
On metal, distance 15 mm
100
80
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
95 75
MDS D421
Without metal
100
85
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
65 50
MDS D422
Without metal
100
100
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
90 90
MDS D423
Without metal
100
85
On metal, distance 0 mm
120
2)
110
2)
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 10 mm
90 75
MDS D424
1)
Without metal
100
75
On metal, distance 15 mm
95
75
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Transponder
RF250R with ANT 18
Antenna without
metal
Antenna flush-
mounted in metal
(all round 10 mm)
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
95 75
MDS D425
Without metal
100
90
On metal, distance 0 mm
100
90
MDS D428
Without metal
100
85
On metal, distance 0 mm
100
85
MDS D460
1)
Without metal
100
85
On metal, distance 10 mm
100
85
MDS D521
Without metal
100
85
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
65 50
MDS D522
Without metal
100
100
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
90 90
MDS D522
Special variants
Without metal
100
100
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
90 90
MDS D524
1)
Without metal
100
75
On metal, distance 15 mm
95
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
95 75
MDS D528
Without metal
100
85
On metal, distance 0 mm 100 85
1)
Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is
adequate clearance to the metal.
2)
Values of > 100 % related to non metal surroundings can occur if transponders were developed
specifically for mounting in/on metallic surroundings.
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Table 4- 29 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF250R with ANT 30
Transponder
RF250R with ANT 30
Antenna without
metal
Antenna flush-
mounted in metal
(all round 20 mm)
MDS D124
1)
Without metal
100
80
On metal, distance 15 mm
90
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
75 70
MDS D126
1)
Without metal
100
80
On metal, distance 25 mm
85
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 50 mm
60 50
MDS D160
1)
Without metal
100
85
On metal, distance 10 mm
95
80
MDS D324
1)
Without metal
100
80
On metal, distance 15 mm
95
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
85 70
MDS D422
Without metal
100
95
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
95 80
MDS D423
Without metal
100
90
On metal, distance 0 mm
130
2)
110
2)
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 10 mm
80 70
MDS D424
1)
Without metal
100
85
On metal, distance 15 mm 90 75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
75 70
MDS D425
Without metal
100
90
On metal, distance 0 mm
95
75
MDS D426
1) Without metal 100 70
On metal, distance 25 mm
90
65
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
55 45
MDS D428
Without metal
100
90
On metal, distance 0 mm
100
90
MDS D460
1)
Without metal
100
85
On metal, distance 10 mm
90
75
MDS D522
Without metal
100
95
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
95 80
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Transponder
RF250R with ANT 30
Antenna without
metal
Antenna flush-
mounted in metal
(all round 20 mm)
MDS D522
Special variants
Without metal
100
95
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 0 mm
95 80
MDS D524
1)
Without metal
100
85
On metal, distance 15 mm
90
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
75 70
MDS D526
1)
Without metal
100
70
On metal, distance 25 mm
90
65
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
55 45
MDS D528
Without metal
100
90
On metal, distance 0 mm
100
90
1)
Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is
adequate clearance to the metal.
2)
Values of > 100 % related to non metal surroundings can occur if transponders were developed
specifically for mounting in/on metallic surroundings.
4.3.4.5
RF260R
The RF260R can be flush-mounted in metal. Please allow for a possible reduction in the field
data values. To avoid reduction, the distance a should be ≥ 20 mm.
Figure 4-13 Metal-free space for RF260R
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Table 4- 30 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF260R
Transponder
Reader
without
metal direct
metal influ-
ence
Reader on met-
al
(metal plate)
Reader flush-
mounted in metal
(all round 20 mm)
MDS D100
1)
Without metal
100
85
65
On metal, distance 20 mm 70 65 50
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 20 mm
4)
65 50 40
MDS D124
1) Without metal 100 93 75
On metal, distance 15 mm
95
85
70
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
2)
78 75 65
MDS D126
1)
Without metal
100
85
73
On metal, distance 25 mm
75
68
60
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 50 mm
3)
55 53 40
MDS D139
1)
Without metal
100
90
75
On metal; distance 30 mm
4)
95
90
75
MDS D160
1)
Without metal
100
90
75
On metal, distance 10 mm
90
80
80
MDS D165
Without metal
100
85
65
On metal; distance 25 mm
4)
65
60
45
MDS D200
1)
Without metal
100
85
70
On metal, distance 20 mm
70
65
50
Flush-mounted in metal,
distance all round 20 mm
3)
55 50 45
MDS D261
Without metal 100 85 70
On metal; distance 25 mm
3)
80
70
60
MDS D324
1) Without metal 100 90 75
On metal, distance 15 mm
90
80
70
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm 2)
70 65 55
MDS D339
1)
Without metal
100
90
75
On metal; distance 30 mm
4)
95
90
75
MDS D400
1)
Without metal
100
85
70
On metal, distance 20 mm
70
65
50
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 20 mm
4)
55 50 45
MDS D423
Without metal
100
95
85
On metal, distance 0 mm
120
5)
115
5)
110
5)
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 10 mm 2)
75 65 60
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Transponder
Reader
without
metal direct
metal influ-
ence
Reader on met-
al
(metal plate)
Reader flush-
mounted in metal
(all round 20 mm)
MDS D424
1)
Without metal
100
90
80
On metal, distance 15 mm 90 80 70
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
2)
60 60 50
MDS D426
1) Without metal 100 100 73
On metal, distance 25 mm
88
85
68
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 50 mm
3)
65 55 55
MDS D428
Without metal
100
90
90
On metal, distance 0 mm
90
90
85
MDS D460
1)
Without metal
100
95
90
On metal, distance 10 mm
90
85
80
MDS D524
1)
Without metal
100
90
80
On metal, distance 15 mm
90
80
70
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
2)
60 60 50
MDS D526
1)
Without metal
100
100
73
On metal, distance 25 mm
88
85
68
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 50 mm
3)
65 55 55
MDS D528
Without metal
100
90
90
On metal, distance 0 mm
90
90
85
1)
Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is
adequate clearance to the metal.
2)
Transponder flush-mounted in metal; minimum distance to reader 5 mm
3)
Transponder flush-mounted in metal; minimum distance to reader 10 mm
4)
Transponder flush-mounted in metal; minimum distance to reader 15 mm
5)
Values > 100 % can occur if transponders were developed specifically for mounting in/on metallic
surroundings.
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4.3.4.6
RF280R
The RF280R can be flush-mounted in metal. Please allow for a possible reduction in the field
data values. To avoid reduction, the distance a should be ≥ 20 mm.
Figure 4-14 Metal-free area RF280R
Table 4- 31 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF280R
Transponder
Reader without
metal direct
metal influence
Reader on
metal (metal
plate)
Flush-mounted
in metal (20 mm
all-round)
MDS D100
1)
Without metal
100
95
80
On metal; distance 20 mm
65
60
55
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 20 mm
2)
55 50 45
MDS D124
1)
Without metal
100
95
90
On metal; distance 15 mm 95 90 85
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 20 mm
2)
70 65 50
MDS D126
1) Without metal 100 90 80
On metal; distance 25 mm
80
75
70
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 50 mm
3)
75 65 65
MDS D139
1)
Without metal
100
90
75
On metal; distance 30 mm
95
85
70
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 100 mm
4)
90 80 70
MDS D160
1)
Without metal
100
95
90
On metal; distance 10 mm
2)
85
85
80
MDS D165
Without metal
100
90
80
On metal; distance 25 mm
4)
80
75
70
MDS D200
1)
Without metal
100
90
80
On metal; distance 20 mm
80
75
70
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Transponder
Reader without
metal direct
metal influence
Reader on
metal (metal
plate)
Flush-mounted
in metal (20 mm
all-round)
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 20 mm
3)
65 60 55
MDS D261
Without metal 100 95 85
On metal; distance 25 mm
4)
85
80
75
MDS D324
1) Without metal 100 95 85
On metal; distance 15 mm
85
85
80
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
2)
70 65 60
MDS D339
1)
Without metal
100
90
80
On metal; distance 30 mm
85
80
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 100 mm
4)
80 75 70
MDS D400
1)
Without metal
100
90
80
On metal; distance 20 mm
75
70
60
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 20 mm
4)
60 60 55
MDS D423
Without metal
100
95
85
On metal; distance 0 mm
100
5)
100
5)
90
5)
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 10 mm
2)
75 65 60
MDS D424
1)
MDS D524
1)
Without metal
100
90
75
On metal; distance 15 mm 75 75 60
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
2)
60 55 40
MDS D425
MDS D525
Without metal
100
70
90
On metal; distance 0 mm
2)
75
70
60
MDS D426
1)
MDS D526
1)
Without metal
100
90
80
On metal; distance 25 mm
80
75
70
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 50 mm
3)
75 65 65
MDS D428
MDS D528
Without metal
100
90
80
On metal; distance 0 mm
2)
85
80
65
MDS D460
1)
Without metal
100
95
80
On metal; distance 10 mm
2)
80
75
60
1)
Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is
adequate clearance to the metal.
2)
Transponder flush-mounted in metal; minimum distance to reader 5 mm
3)
Transponder flush-mounted in metal; minimum distance to reader 10 mm
4)
Transponder flush-mounted in metal; minimum distance to reader 15 mm
5)
Values > 100 % in relation to non-metal surroundings can occur if transponders were developed
specifically for mounting in/on metallic surroundings.
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4.3.4.7
RF290R
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. To avoid reduction, the distance a should be ≥ 150 or 200 mm.
Figure 4-15 Metal-free space for ANT D5
Table 4- 32 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF290R
with ANT D5
Transponder
RF290R with ANT D5
Antenna on metal
(metal plate)
Antenna flush-
mounted in metal
(all round 150 mm)
MDS D100
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 20 mm
65
60
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 20 mm
45 40
MDS D124
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 15 mm
85
80
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 25 mm
65 60
MDS D126
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 25 mm
70
65
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 50 mm
55 50
MDS D139
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 30 mm
90
85
MDS D160
1)
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
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 20 mm
65
60
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Transponder
RF290R with ANT D5
Antenna on metal
(metal plate)
Antenna flush-
mounted in metal
(all round 150 mm)
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 20 mm
45 40
MDS D261
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 25 mm
65
60
MDS D324
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 15 mm
75
70
MDS D339
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 30 mm
90
85
MDS D400
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 20 mm
65
60
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 20 mm
45 40
MDS D424
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 15 mm
75
70
MDS D426
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 25 mm
70
65
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all round 50 mm
50 45
MDS D460
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 10 mm
70
65
1)
Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is
adequate clearance to the metal.
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Table 4- 33 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF290R
with ANT D6
Transponder
RF290R with ANT D6
Antenna on metal
(metal plate)
Antenna flush-
mounted in metal
(all round 200 mm)
MDS D100
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 20 mm
65
60
MDS D124
1) Without metal 100 95
On metal, distance 25 mm
80
75
MDS D126
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 25 mm
65
60
MDS D139
1)
Without metal
100
90
On metal, distance 30 mm
80
70
MDS D160
1)
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
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 20 mm
65
60
MDS D261
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 20 mm
50
45
MDS D324
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 25 mm
75
70
MDS D339
1)
Without metal
100
90
On metal, distance 30 mm
80
70
MDS D400
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 20 mm 60 55
MDS D424
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 25 mm
75
70
MDS D426
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 25 mm
65
60
1)
Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is
adequate clearance to the metal.
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Table 4- 34 Reduction of field data due to metal, range as %: Transponder and RF290R with ANT
D10
Transponder
RF290R with ANT D10
Antenna on metal
(metal plate)
Antenna flush-
mounted in metal
(all round 200 mm)
MDS D100
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 20 mm
50
40
MDS D124
1) Without metal 100 90
On metal, distance 25 mm
70
60
MDS D126
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 25 mm
65
60
MDS D139
1)
Without metal
100
90
On metal, distance 30 mm
80
70
MDS D160
1)
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
1)
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
1)
Without metal
100
90
On metal, distance 25 mm
70
60
MDS D339
1)
Without metal
100
90
On metal, distance 30 mm
80
70
MDS D400
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 20 mm 50 40
MDS D424
1)
Without metal
100
90
On metal, distance 25 mm
70
60
MDS D426
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 25 mm
70
65
MDS D524
1)
Without metal
100
90
On metal, distance 25 mm
70
60
MDS D526
1)
Without metal
100
95
On metal, distance 25 mm
70
65
1)
Mounting the transponder on or in metal is only possible with the appropriate spacer or if there is
adequate clearance to the metal.
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4.3.5
Installation and connection of 2 to 6 antennas with one RF290R reader
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.
4.3.5.1
Installation options with the antenna splitter (2-4 antennas)
Possible configurations of the antennas
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.
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Figure 4-16 Possible configuration of RF290R with ANT D5/D6/D10
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Installation examples
Figure 4-17 Installation example with 2 ANT D6 (portal)
Figure 4-18 Installation example with ANT D6 (C arrangement)
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Figure 4-19 Installation example with ANT D6 (tunnel)
Note
The minimum spacings between the antennas for operation with only one reader may be
less than the distances described because this configuration has the same phase.
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4.3.5.2
Antenna installation
Configuring instructions
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:
Note
Remember that the entire acquisition range of the antenna is larger than the transmission
window in which the transponder is normally configured. This m
eans there can be label
alignments where even labels outside the transmission window will be identified. Labels
aligned in parallel with the antennas, for example, can also be detected at larger distances
beside or outside the antenna range.
For this reaso
n, goods with labels must not be stored within a distance of up to 0.5 m from
the installation. If this cannot be complied with, the antennas must be shielded.
To achieve three
-dimensional detection of the labels in the sensing range, the following
require
ments must be met:
•
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
labe
l 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.
Note
The RF290
R reader is not capable of multitag operation in the CM mode.
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Required components
For installation with
● 2 antennas (gate)
● 3 antennas (C arrangement)
● 4 antennas (tunnel)
the following components are required:
Table 4- 35 Components required for setting up with 2, 3 or 4 antennas
Number for installation
with
Component
Article number
2 ant.
3 ant.
4 ant.
1 1 1 Basic device:
RF290R (↔ CM or PC)
RF290R: 6GT2821-0AC12
optionally:
ASM 475: 6GT2002-0GA10
ASM 456: 6GT2002-0ED00
RF170C: 6GT2002-0HD00
RF180C: 6GT2002-0JD00
RF182C: 6GT2002-0JD10
2 3 4 Antenna ANT D5 / D6 / D10 optionally:
ANT D5: 6GT2698-5AA10
ANT D6: 6GT2698-5AB00
ANT D10: 6GT2698-5AF00
2 3 4 With ANT D6 if required:
cover
6GT2698-5AD00
1
2
3
Antenna splitter
6GT2603-0AC00
1 1 1 Wide-range power supply unit for
SIMATIC RF systems
(for PC mode only)
EU: 6GT2898-0AA00
UK: 6GT2898-0AA10
US: 6GT2898-0AA20
1 1 1 24 V connecting cable, length 5 m
(for PC mode only)
6GT2491-1HH50
1 1 1 Connecting cable:
RF290R ↔ PC
or
RF290R ↔ CM
6GT2891-4KH ...
optionally:
6GT2891-4F ...
6GT2891-4EH ...
Installation information
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
To guarantee perfect functioning of the individual installation versions, all larger metal parts
in the vicinity of the antennas must be removed.
Figure 4-20 Metal-free space, side view (based on the example of a tunnel arrangement on a
conveyor belt)
a
approx. half antenna length
b
min. 100 mm
c
max. 600 mm
Metal-free space
Figure 4-21 Metal-free space, view from above (based on the example of a tunnel arrangement on a
conveyor belt)
Metal in the vicinity of the antennas
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
.
● 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.
Notes on installing and laying the antenna cable
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)
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 4-22 Configuration example of the antenna multiplexer with ANT D5
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4.3.6
Chemical resistance of the reader and transponders
4.3.6.1
Readers
Overview of the readers and their housing materials
The following sections describe the chemical resistance of the various transponders. The
chemical resistance depends on the housing materials used to manufacture the reader. The
following table provides an overview of the housing materials used for the readers RF210R,
RF220R, RF240R, RF250R, RF260R and RF280R:
Readers
Individual parts of the
reader
Housing material of the reader
RF210R, RF220R Sleeves Brass (copper alloy)
CuZn40Pb2
Fiber-optic cable Makrolon®2405
Cap (antenna)
Thermocomp OF-1008-L-EM
Valox 357
RF240R, RF250R,
RF260R
Top shell and base
plate
Polyamide 6.6 GF30;
The chemical resistance of this plastic is listed in the section "Polyamide 6
and Polyamide 6.6 GF30 (Page 90)".
Fiber-optic cable
Makrolon®2405
Decorative foil
1)
Autotex V200
RF280R Top shell and base
plate
Polyamide 12;
The chemical resistance of this plastic is listed in the section "Polyamide
12 (Page 91)".
Fiber-optic cable
Makrolon®2405
Decorative foil
1)
Autotex V200
1) Component irrelevant for resistance of the overall housing
Note
If you have any questions, please contact Siemens Support, see section "
Service & Support
(Page
377)".
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Polyamide 6 and Polyamide 6.6 GF30
Table 4- 36 Chemical resistance - PA6 and PA6.6 GF30
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
-
-
￮
Trichloroethylene
-
-
++++
Perchloroethylene
-
-
++++
Acetone
-
-
++++
Alcohols
-
-
++++
Hot water (hydrolysis resistance)
-
-
++
Explanation of the rating
++++
Resistant
+++
Practically resistant
++
Conditionally resistant
+
Less resistant
￮
Not resistant
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Polyamide 12
The resistance of the plastic housing to chemicals used in the automobile sector (e.g.: oils,
greases, diesel fuel, gasoline, etc,) is not listed extra.
Table 4- 37 Chemical resistance - Polyamide 12
Substance
Test conditions
Rating
Concentration [%]
Temperature [°C]
Battery acid
30%
20 ℃
++
Ammonia, gaseous
-
60 ℃
++++
Ammonia, w. conc. 60 ℃ ++++
10%
60 ℃
++++
Benzene - 20 ℃ ++++
-
60 ℃
+++
Bleach solution (12.5% effective chlo-
rine)
- 20 ℃ ++
Butane, gas, liquid
-
60 ℃
++++
Butyl acetate (acetic acid butyl ester)
-
60 ℃
++++
n(n)
-
20 ℃
++++
-
60 ℃
+++
Calcium chloride, w.
-
20 ℃
++++
-
60 ℃
+++
Calcium nitrate, w.
c. s.
20 ℃
++++
c. s.
60 ℃
+++
Chlorine
-
20 ℃
￮
Chrome baths, tech.
-
20 ℃
￮
Iron salts, w.
c. s.
60 ℃
++++
Acetic acid, w.
50%
20 ℃
￮
Ethyl alcohol, w., undenaturated 95% 20 ℃ ++++
95%
60 ℃
+++
50%
60 ℃
++++
Formaldehyde, w.
30%
20 ℃
+++
10%
20 ℃
++++
10%
60 ℃
+++
Formalin - 20 ℃ +++
Glycerine
-
60 ℃
++++
Isopropyl alcohol
-
20 ℃
++++
-
60 ℃
+++
Potassium hydroxide, w.
50%
60 ℃
++++
Lysol
-
20 ℃
++
Magnesium salts, w.
c. s.
60 ℃
++++
Methyl alcohol, w.
50%
60 ℃
++++
Lactic acid, w.
50%
20 ℃
++
10%
20 ℃
+++
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Substance
Test conditions
Rating
Concentration [%]
Temperature [°C]
10%
60 ℃
++
Sodium carbonate, w. (soda)
c. s.
60 ℃
++++
Sodium chloride, w. c. s. 60 ℃ ++++
Sodium hydroxide
-
60 ℃
++++
Nickel salts, w.
c. s.
60 ℃
++++
Nitrobenzene
-
20 ℃
+++
-
60 ℃
++
Phosphoric acid
10%
20 ℃
+
Propane
-
60 ℃
++++
Mercury
-
60 ℃
++++
Nitric acid
10%
20 ℃
+
Hydrochloric acid
10%
20 ℃
+
Sulfur dioxide
low
60 ℃
++++
Sulfuric acid
25%
20 ℃
++
10%
20 ℃
+++
Hydrogen sulfide
low
60 ℃
++++
Carbon tetrachloride
-
60 ℃
++++
Toluene
-
20 ℃
++++
-
60 ℃
+++
Detergent
high
60 ℃
++++
Plasticizer
-
60 ℃
++++
Explanation of the rating
++++
Resistant
+++
Practically resistant
++
Conditionally resistant
+
Less resistant
￮ Not resistant
w.
Water solution
c. s.
Cold saturated
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4.3.6.2
Transponder
Overview of the transponders and their housing materials
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- 38 Overview of the housing materials of the transponders
Housing material
Transponder
Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) MDS D117
MDS D124 (6GT2600-0AC10)
MDS D139
MDS D160
MDS D339
MDS D423
Polycarbonate (PC)
MDS D100 (6GT2600-0AD10)
Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) MDS D100 (6GT2600-0AD00-0AX0)
MDS D200
MDS D400
Epoxy resin MDS D124 (6GT2600-0AC00)
MDS D324
MDS D421
MDS D424
MDS D460
MDS D521
MDS D524
PA6
MDS D127
PA6.6 GF30 MDS D126
MDS D422
MDS D425
MDS D426
MDS D428
MDS D522
MDS D526
MDS D528
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Note
Chemical substances not listed
The following sections describe the resistance of the various transponders to specific
substances. If you require information about chemical substances t
hat are not listed, contact
Customer Support.
Polyphenylene sulfide (PPS)
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- 39 Chemical resistance - polyphenylene sulfide (PPS)
Substance
Test conditions
Rating
Concentration [%]
Temperature [°C]
Acetone
-
55 ℃
++++
n-Butanol (butyl alcohol)
-
80 ℃
++++
Butanone-2 (methyl ethyl ketone)
-
60 ℃
++++
n-Butyl acetate
-
80 ℃
++++
Brake fluid
-
80 ℃
++++
Calcium chloride (saturated)
-
80 ℃
++++
Diesel fuel
-
80 ℃
++++
Diethyl ether
-
23 ℃
++++
Frigen 113
-
23 ℃
++++
Anti-freeze
-
120 ℃
++++
Kerosene
-
60 ℃
++++
Methanol
-
60 ℃
++++
Engine oil
-
80 ℃
++++
Sodium chloride (saturated)
-
80 ℃
++++
Sodium hydroxide
30%
80 ℃
++++
Sodium hypochlorite
(30 or 180 days)
5%
80 ℃
++
5% 80 ℃ -
Sodium hydroxide solution
30%
90 ℃
++++
Nitric acid
10%
23 ℃
++++
Hydrochloric acid
10%
80 ℃
-
Sulfuric acid
10%
23 ℃
++++
10%
80 ℃
++
30%
23 ℃
++++
Tested fuels
-
80 ℃
++++
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Substance
Test conditions
Rating
Concentration [%]
Temperature [°C]
FAM testing fluid
acc. to DIN 51 604-A
Toluene
- 80 ℃ ++
1, 1, 1-Trichloroethane
Xylene
- 80 ℃ ++++
Zinc chloride (saturated)
-
80 ℃
++
-
75 ℃
++++
Explanation of the rating
++++
Resistant
+++
Practically resistant
++
Conditionally resistant
+
Less resistant
￮
Not resistant
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Polycarbonate (PC)
Table 4- 40 Chemical resistance - polycarbonate (PPS)
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
-
-
￮
Trichloroethylene
-
-
￮
Perchloroethylene
-
-
￮
Acetone
-
-
￮
Alcohols
-
-
++
Hot water (hydrolysis resistance)
-
-
￮
Explanation of the rating
++++
Resistant
+++
Practically resistant
++
Conditionally resistant
+
Less resistant
￮
Not resistant
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Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
Table 4- 41 Chemical resistance - 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%
-
++++
Fuel B
(acc. to ISO 1817)
- - ++++
Human sweat
-
-
++++
Explanation of the rating
++++
Resistant
++++
Practically resistant
++
Conditionally resistant
+
Less resistant
￮
Not resistant
Epoxy resin
Table 4- 42 Chemical Resistance - epoxy resin
Substance
Test conditions
Rating
Concentration [%]
Temperature [°C]
Allyl chloride
-
20 ℃
++++
Formic acid
50%
20 ℃
++++
100%
20 ℃
++
Ammonia, gaseous
-
20 ℃
++++
Ammonia, liquid, water-free
-
20 ℃
￮
Ammonium hydroxide
10%
20 ℃
++++
Ethanol
-
40 ℃
++++
-
60 ℃
++++
Ethyl acrylate
-
20 ℃
++++
Ethyl glycol - 60 ℃ ++++
Gasoline, aroma-free
-
20 ℃
++++
Gasoline, containing benzene - 20 ℃ ++++
Benzoates (Na–, Ca– among others)
-
40 ℃
++++
Benzoic acid
-
20 ℃
++++
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Substance
Test conditions
Rating
Concentration [%]
Temperature [°C]
Benzene
-
20 ℃
++++
Borax
-
60 ℃
++++
Boric acid - 20 ℃ ++++
Bromine, liquid
-
20 ℃
￮
Bromides (K–, Na– among others)
-
60 ℃
++++
Bromoform
100%
20 ℃
++++
Bromine water
-
20 ℃
￮
Butadien (1.3–)
-
20 ℃
++++
Butane, gaseous
-
20 ℃
++++
Butanol
-
20 ℃
￮
Butyric acid
100%
20 ℃
++
Carbonates (ammonium–, Na– among
others)
- 60 ℃ ++++
Chlorine, liquid
-
20 ℃
￮
Chlorine, gaseous, dry
100%
20 ℃
￮
Chlorobenzene
-
20 ℃
++++
Chlorides (ammonium–, Na– among
others)
- 60 ℃ ++++
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 ℃
++++
Dimethyl ether
-
20 ℃
++++
Dioxane
-
20 ℃
￮
Developer
-
40 ℃
++++
Acetic acid
100%
20 ℃
++
Ethanol
-
60 ℃
++++
Fixing bath
-
40 ℃
++++
Fluorides (ammonium–, K–, Na–
among others)
- 40 ℃ ++++
Hydrofluoric acid
Up to 40 %
20 ℃
++++
Formaldehyde
50%
20 ℃
++++
Formamide 100% 20 ℃ ++++
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Substance
Test conditions
Rating
Concentration [%]
Temperature [°C]
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 ℃
++++
Iodides (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 ℃
++++
Nitrates (ammonium..., K– among
others)
- 60 ℃ ++++
Nitroglycerin
-
20 ℃
￮
Oxalic acid
-
20 ℃
++++
Phenol 1% 20 ℃ ++++
Phosphates (ammonium..., Na– among
others)
60 ℃ ++++
Phosphoric acid 50% 60 ℃ ++++
85%
20 ℃
++++
Propanol
-
20 ℃
++++
Nitric acid
25%
20 ℃
￮
Hydrochloric acid
10%
20 ℃
￮
Brine
-
60 ℃
￮
Sulfur dioxide
100%
20 ℃
++
Carbon disulfide
100%
20 ℃
￮
Sulfuric acid
40%
20 ℃
￮
Sulfurous acid
-
20 ℃
++
Soap solution
-
60 ℃
++++
Sulphates (ammonium..., Na– among
others)
- 60 ℃ ++++
Sulfites (ammonium..., Na– among
others)
- 60 ℃ ￮
Tar, aroma-free
-
60 ℃
++++
Turpentine
-
20 ℃
++++
Trichloroethylene
-
20 ℃
￮
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Substance
Test conditions
Rating
Concentration [%]
Temperature [°C]
Hydrogen peroxide
30%
20 ℃
++++
Tartaric acid
-
20 ℃
++++
Explanation of the rating
++++
Resistant
+++
Practically resistant
++
Conditionally resistant
+
Less resistant
￮ Not resistant
Polyamide 6 and Polyamide 6.6 GF30
Table 4- 43 Chemical resistance - PA6 and PA6.6 GF30
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
-
-
￮
Trichloroethylene
-
-
++++
Perchloroethylene
-
-
++++
Acetone - - ++++
Alcohols
-
-
++++
Hot water (hydrolysis resistance)
-
-
++
Explanation of the rating
++++
Resistant
+++ Practically resistant
++
Conditionally resistant
+
Less resistant
￮
Not resistant
Planning the RF200 system
4.4 Further information
SIMATIC RF200
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4.4
Further information
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).
Planning the RF200 system
4.4 Further information
SIMATIC RF200
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5
NOTICE
Pulling and plugging readers
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.
Note
IO-Link variants of the RF200 readers
The IO
-Link variants of the readers are not included in the system manual. You will find
these in the "SIM
ATIC RF200 IO-Link
(
https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/60641859)" operating instructions.
Readers
5.1 SIMATIC RF210R
SIMATIC RF200
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SIMATIC RF210R
5.1.1
Features
SIMATIC RF210R
Characteristics
Design ① RS422 interface
②
Status display
Application Identification tasks on assembly lines in harsh in-
dustrial environments
5.1.2
RF210R ordering data
Article number
RF210R with RS422 interface (3964R)
6GT2821-1AC10
Readers
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SIMATIC RF200
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5.1.3
Pin assignment RF210R with RS422 interface
Pin
Pin
Device end 8-pin M12
Assignment
1
+ 24 V
2 - Transmit
3
0 V
4
+ Transmit
5
+ Receive
6
- Receive
7
Unassigned
8
Ground (shield)
5.1.4
LED operating display
The operational statuses of the reader are displayed by the LEDs. The LED can adopt the
colors green, red or yellow and the statuses off , on , flashing :
Table 5- 1 LED operating display on the reader
LED
Meaning
The reader is turned off.
Operating voltage present, reader not initialized or antenna switched off
Operating voltage present, reader initialized and antenna switched on
• Operating mode "with presence": Transponder present
• Operating mode "without presence": Transponder present and command
currently being executed
There is an error. The number of flashes provides information about the cur-
rent error. You can find more information on error messages in the section
"Error codes of the RF200 readers (Page 329)". The optical error display is
only reset if the corresponding reset parameter ("option_1 = 2") is set (see
product information "SIMATIC RF200 Command Set
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/44864850)").
Readers
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SIMATIC RF200
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Minimum distance between RF210R readers
RF210R side by side
D
≥ 60 mm
Figure 5-1 Minimum distance between RF210R readers
RF210R face to face
D
≥ 100 mm
Figure 5-2 Face-to-face distance between two RF210Rs
Readers
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SIMATIC RF200
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5.1.6
Technical specifications of the RF210R reader
Table 5- 2 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
Maximum data transmission speed
reader ↔ transponder
ISO tags
• Read • approx. 1500 bytes/s
• Write • approx. 1500 bytes/s
Typical transmission time for user data per byte
• for write access • 0.6 ms
• for read access • 0.6 ms
Transmission speed
19.2, 57.6, 115.2 kBd
Read/write distances of the reader
see section "Field data (Page 39)"
MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures)
505 years
Interfaces
Electrical connector design
M12, 8-pin
Standard for interfaces for communication
RS-422
Antenna
integrated
Mechanical specifications
Housing
• Material • Brass, nickel-plated
• Color • Silver
Recommended distance to metal 0 mm
Supply voltage, current consumption, power loss
Supply voltage 24 VDC
Typical current consumption 50 mA
Permitted ambient conditions
Ambient temperature
• During operation • -20 … +70 °C
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• During transportation and storage • -25 … +85 °C
Degree of protection to EN 60529
IP67
Shock-resistant to EN 60721-3-7, Class 7 M3
500 m/s
2
Vibration-resistant to EN 60721-3-7, Class 7 M3
200 m/s
2
Torsion and bending load
Not permitted
Design, dimensions and weight
Dimensions (∅ x thread x L)
M18 x 1 x 83 mm
Weight
65 g
Type of mounting
2x nuts M18 x 1
Cable length for RS-422 interface, maximum
1000 m
LED display design 3-color LED
(operating voltage, presence, error)
5.1.7
Approvals
FCC information
Siemens SIMATIC RF210R (MLFB 6GT2821-1AC10) FCC ID NXW-RF210R
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.
Caution
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Note
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.
Readers
5.1 SIMATIC RF210R
SIMATIC RF200
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IC information
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.
5.1.8
Dimension drawing
Figure 5-3 RF210R dimension drawing
Dimensions in mm
Readers
5.2 SIMATIC RF210M
SIMATIC RF200
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SIMATIC RF210M
5.2.1
Features
SIMATIC RF210M
Characteristics
Design ① RS422 interface
②
Status display
Application Reader for hand work and rework places, picking,
track and trace, tool Ident
5.2.2
Ordering data RF210M
Article number
RF210M with RS-422 interface (3964R)
6GT2823-0AA00
Readers
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SIMATIC RF200
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5.2.3
Installing the RF210M reader
The following figure shows the completely mounted reader. Note that you can mount the
suspension bracket at two different points ①. If you do not mount the handle, we
recommend that you close the opening ② with the protective cap.
①
Holes for mounting the suspension bracket
②
Thread for mounting the handle
Figure 5-4 Installing the reader
Readers
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SIMATIC RF200
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Pin assignment RF210M with RS-422 interface
Pin
Pin
Device end 8-pin M12
Assignment
1
+ 24 V
2 - Transmit
3
0 V
4
+ Transmit
5
+ Receive
6
- Receive
7
Unassigned
8
Ground (shield)
5.2.5
LED operating display
The operational statuses of the reader are displayed by the LEDs. The LED can adopt the
colors green, red or yellow and the statuses off , on , flashing :
Table 5- 3 LED operating display on the reader
LED
Meaning
The reader is turned off.
Operating voltage present, reader not initialized or antenna switched off
Operating voltage present, reader initialized and antenna switched on
• Operating mode "with presence": Transponder present
• Operating mode "without presence": Transponder present and command
currently being executed
There is an error. The number of flashes provides information about the cur-
rent error. You can find more information on error messages in the section
"Error codes of the RF200 readers (Page 329)". The optical error display is
only reset if the corresponding reset parameter ("option_1 = 2") is set (see
product information "SIMATIC RF200 Command Set
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/44864850)").
Readers
5.2 SIMATIC RF210M
SIMATIC RF200
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5.2.6
Technical specifications of the RF210M reader
Table 5- 4 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
Maximum data transmission speed
reader ↔ transponder
ISO tags
• Read • approx. 1500 bytes/s
• Write • approx. 1500 bytes/s
Typical transmission time for user data per byte
• for write access • 0.6 ms
• for read access • 0.6 ms
Transmission speed
19.2, 57.6, 115.2 kBd
Read/write distances of the reader
see section "Field data (Page 39)"
MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures)
505 years
Interfaces
Electrical connector design
M12, 8-pin
Standard for interfaces for communication
RS-422
Antenna
integrated
Mechanical specifications
Housing
• Material • POM
• Color • Black
Supply voltage, current consumption, power loss
Supply voltage
24 VDC
Typical current consumption 50 mA
Permitted ambient conditions
Ambient temperature
• During operation • -20 … +50 °C
• During transportation and storage • -25 … +60 °C
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Degree of protection to EN 60529
IP54
Shock-resistant to EN 60721-3-7, Class 7 M3
500 m/s
2
Vibration-resistant to EN 60721-3-7, Class 7 M3
200 m/s
2
Design, dimensions and weight
Dimensions
• Reader with handle (L x W x H) 195 x 26 x 140 mm
• Reader without handle (L x W x H) 195 x 26 x 46 mm
• Spiral connecting cable (L) 2 m
maximum working length 3.5 m
Weight
460 g
Type of mounting
Bracket for for hanging up
Cable length for RS-422 interface, maximum
1000 m
LED display design 3-color LED
(operating voltage, presence, error)
5.2.7
Approvals
FCC information
Siemens SIMATIC RF210R (MLFB 6GT2821-1AC10) FCC ID NXW-RF210R
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.
Caution
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Note
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.
Readers
5.2 SIMATIC RF210M
SIMATIC RF200
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IC information
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.
5.2.8
Dimension drawing
Figure 5-5 Dimension drawing RF210M
All dimensions in mm, tolerances ± 1 mm
Readers
5.3 SIMATIC RF220R
SIMATIC RF200
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5.3
SIMATIC RF220R
5.3.1
Features
SIMATIC RF220R
Characteristics
Design ① RS422 interface
②
Status display
Application Identification tasks on assembly lines in harsh in-
dustrial environments
5.3.2
RF220R ordering data
Article number
RF220R with RS-422 interface (3964R)
6GT2821-2AC10
Readers
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SIMATIC RF200
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5.3.3
RF220R pin assignment with RS422 interface
Pin
Pin
Device end 8-
pin M12
Assignment
1
+ 24 V
2 - Transmit
3
0 V
4
+ Transmit
5
+ Receive
6
- Receive
7
Unassigned
8
Ground (shield)
5.3.4
LED operating display
The operational statuses of the reader are displayed by the LEDs. The LED can adopt the
colors green, red or yellow and the statuses off , on , flashing :
Table 5- 5 LED operating display on the reader
LED
Meaning
The reader is turned off.
Operating voltage present, reader not initialized or antenna switched off
Operating voltage present, reader initialized and antenna switched on
• Operating mode "with presence": Transponder present
• Operating mode "without presence": Transponder present and command
currently being executed
There is an error. The number of flashes provides information about the cur-
rent error. You can find more information on error messages in the section
"Error codes of the RF200 readers (Page 329)". The optical error display is
only reset if the corresponding reset parameter ("option_1 = 2") is set (see
product information "SIMATIC RF200 Command Set
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/44864850)").
Readers
5.3 SIMATIC RF220R
SIMATIC RF200
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Minimum distance between RF220R readers
RF220R side by side
D
≥ 100 mm
Figure 5-6 Minimum distance between RF220R readers
RF220R face to face
D
≥ 150 mm
Figure 5-7 Face-to-face distance between two RF220Rs
Readers
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SIMATIC RF200
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5.3.6
Technical specifications of the RF220R reader
Table 5- 6 Technical specifications of the RF220R reader
6GT2821-2AC10
Product type designation
SIMATIC RF220R
Radio frequencies
Operating frequency, rated value
13.56 MHz
Electrical data
Maximum range
35 mm
Maximum data transmission speed
reader ↔ transponder
ISO tags
• Read • approx. 1500 bytes/s
• Write • approx. 1500 bytes/s
Typical transmission time for user data per byte
• for write access • 0.6 ms
• for read access • 0.6 ms
Transmission speed
19.2, 57.6, 115.2 kBd
Read/write distances of the reader
see section "Field data (Page 39)"
MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures)
501 years
Interfaces
Electrical connector design
M12, 8-pin
Standard for interfaces for communication
RS-422
Antenna
integrated
Mechanical specifications
Housing
• Material • Brass, nickel-plated
• Color • Silver
Recommended distance to metal 0 mm
Supply voltage, current consumption, power loss
Supply voltage 24 VDC
Typical current consumption 50 mA
Permitted ambient conditions
Ambient temperature
• During operation • -20 … +70 °C
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SIMATIC RF200
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• During transportation and storage • -25 … +85 °C
Degree of protection to EN 60529
IP67
Shock-resistant to EN 60721-3-7, Class 7 M3
500 m/s
2
Vibration-resistant to EN 60721-3-7, Class 7 M3
200 m/s
2
Torsion and bending load
Not permitted
Design, dimensions and weight
Dimensions (∅ x thread x L)
M30 x 1.5 x 83 mm
Weight
140 g
Type of mounting
2x nuts M30 x 1.5
Cable length for RS-422 interface, maximum
1000 m
LED display design 3-color LED
(operating voltage, presence, error)
5.3.7
Approvals
FCC information
Siemens SIMATIC RF220R (MLFB 6GT2821-2AC10) FCC ID NXW-RF220R
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.
Caution
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Note
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.
Readers
5.3 SIMATIC RF220R
SIMATIC RF200
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IC information
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.
5.3.8
Dimension drawing
Figure 5-8 RF220R dimension drawing
Dimensions in mm
Readers
5.4 SIMATIC RF240R
SIMATIC RF200
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SIMATIC RF240R
5.4.1
Features
SIMATIC RF240R
Characteristics
Structure ① RS-422 or RS-232 interface
②
Operating indicator
Field of application Identification tasks on assembly lines in harsh in-
dustrial environments
5.4.2
RF240R ordering data
Article number
RF240R with RS-422 interface (3964R)
6GT2821-4AC10
RF240R with RS-232 interface (3964R)
6GT2821-4AC11
RF240R with RS-232 interface (ASCII)
6GT2821-4AC40
Readers
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SIMATIC RF200
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5.4.3
Pin assignment RF240R
Pin
Pin
Device end 8-
pin M12
Interface assignment
RS-422
RS-232
1
+24 V
+24 V
2 - Transmit RXD
3
0 V
0 V
4
+ Transmit
TXD
5
+ Receive
Unassigned
6
- Receive
Unassigned
7
Unassigned
Unassigned
8
Ground (shield)
Ground (shield)
5.4.4
LED operating display
The operational statuses of the reader are displayed by the LEDs. The LED can adopt the
colors green, red or yellow and the statuses off , on , flashing :
Table 5- 7 LED operating display on the reader
LED
Meaning
The reader is turned off.
Operating voltage present, reader not initialized or antenna switched off
Operating voltage present, reader initialized and antenna switched on
• Operating mode "with presence": Transponder present
• Operating mode "without presence": Transponder present and command
currently being executed
There is an error. The number of flashes provides information about the cur-
rent error. You can find more information on error messages in the section
"Error codes of the RF200 readers (Page 329)". The optical error display is
only reset if the corresponding reset parameter ("option_1 = 2") is set (see
product information "SIMATIC RF200 Command Set
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/44864850)").
Readers
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SIMATIC RF200
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Minimum distance between several RF240R readers
RF240R readers side by side
D
≥ 120 mm (with 2 readers)
D
≥ 200 mm (with more than 2 readers)
Figure 5-9 Minimum distance between several RF240R readers
RF240R face-to-face
D
≥ 400 mm
Figure 5-10 Face-of-face distance between two RF240R readers
Readers
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SIMATIC RF200
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5.4.6
Technical specifications of the RF240R reader
Table 5- 8 Technical specifications of the RF240R reader
6GT2821-4AC10
6GT2821-4AC11
6GT2821-4AC40
Product type designation
SIMATIC RF240R
Radio frequencies
Operating frequency, rated value
13.56 MHz
Electrical data
Maximum range
65 mm
Maximum data transmission speed
reader ↔ transponder
ISO tags
• Read • approx. 1500 bytes/s
• Write • approx. 1500 bytes/s
Typical transmission time for user data per byte
• for write access • 0.6 ms
• for read access • 0.6 ms
Transmission speed
19.2, 57.6, 115.2 kBd
Read/write distances of the reader
see section "Field data (Page 39)"
MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures)
430 years
Interfaces
Electrical connector design
M12, 8-pin
Standard for interfaces for communication
• 6GT2821-4AC10 • RS-422 (3964R protocol)
• 6GT2821-4AC11 • RS-232 (3964R protocol)
• 6GT2821-4AC40 • RS-232 (ASCII protocol)
Antenna
integrated
Mechanical specifications
Housing
• Material • Plastic PA 6.6
• Color • Anthracite
Recommended distance to metal 0 mm
Readers
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SIMATIC RF200
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6GT2821-4AC11
6GT2821-4AC40
Supply voltage, current consumption, power loss
Supply voltage
24 VDC
Typical current consumption
25 mA
Permitted ambient conditions
Ambient temperature
• During operation • -20 … +70 °C
• During transportation and storage • -25 … +85 °C
Degree of protection to EN 60529
IP67
Shock-resistant to EN 60721-3-7, Class 7 M3
500 m/s
2
Vibration-resistant to EN 60721-3-7, Class 7 M3
200 m/s
2
Torsion and bending load
Not permitted
Design, dimensions and weight
Dimensions (L x W x H)
50 × 50 × 30 mm
Weight
60 g
Type of mounting 2 x M5 screw
1.5 Nm
Cable length, maximum • RS-422: max. 1000 m
• RS-232: max. 30 m
LED display design 3-color LED
(operating voltage, presence, error)
Readers
5.4 SIMATIC RF240R
SIMATIC RF200
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5.4.7
Approvals
FCC information
Siemens SIMATIC RF240R (MLFB 6GT2821-4AC10) FCC ID NXW-RF240R
Siemens SIMATIC RF240R (MLFB 6GT2821-4AC11) FCC ID NXW-RF240R
Siemens SIMATIC RF240R (MLFB 6GT2821-4AC40) FCC ID NXW-RF240R
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.
Caution
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Note
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.
IC information
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.
Readers
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SIMATIC RF200
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5.4.8
Dimension drawing
Figure 5-11 Dimension drawing RF240R
Dimensions in mm
5.5
SIMATIC RF250R
5.5.1
Features
SIMATIC RF250R
Characteristics
Structure ① RS-422 or RS-232 interface
② Operating indicator
③
Antenna connector, M8
Area of application Identification tasks on assembly lines in harsh in-
dustrial environments
Readers
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SIMATIC RF200
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Note
Reader requires external antennas
Note that the RF250R reader is designed only for operation with external antennas and can
only be operated in conjunction with the antennas ANT 3, ANT 8, ANT 12, ANT 18 o
r ANT
30.
5.5.2
Ordering data RF250R
Article number
RF250R with RS-422 interface (3964R)
6GT2821-5AC10
RF250R with RS-232 interface (ASCII)
6GT2821-5AC40
5.5.3
Pin assignment RF250R
Pin
Pin
Device end 8-
pin M12
Interface assignment
RS-422
RS-232
1
+24 V
+24 V
2
- Transmit
RXD
3
0 V
0 V
4
+ Transmit
TXD
5
+ Receive
Unassigned
6
- Receive
Unassigned
7
Unassigned
Unassigned
8
Ground (shield)
Ground (shield)
5.5.4
LED operating display
The operational statuses of the reader are displayed by the LEDs. The LED can adopt the
colors green, red or yellow and the statuses off , on , flashing :
Table 5- 9 LED operating display on the reader
LED
Meaning
The reader is turned off.
Operating voltage present, reader not initialized or antenna switched off
Operating voltage present, reader initialized and antenna switched on
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SIMATIC RF200
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LED
Meaning
• Operating mode "with presence": Transponder present
• Operating mode "without presence": Transponder present and command
currently being executed
There is an error. The number of flashes provides information about the cur-
rent error. You can find more information on error messages in the section
"Error codes of the RF200 readers (Page 329)". The optical error display is
only reset if the corresponding reset parameter ("option_1 = 2") is set (see
product information "SIMATIC RF200 Command Set
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/44864850)").
5.5.5
Technical specifications of the RF250R reader
Table 5- 10 Technical specifications of the RF250R reader
6GT2821-5AC10
6GT2821-5AC40
Product type designation
SIMATIC RF250R
Radio frequencies
Operating frequency, rated value
13.56 MHz
Electrical data
Maximum range
35 mm
Maximum data transmission speed
reader ↔ transponder
ISO tags
• Read • approx. 1500 bytes/s
• Write • approx. 1500 bytes/s
Typical transmission time for user data per byte
• for write access • 0.6 or 1.2 ms
• for read access • 0.6 or 1.2 ms
Transmission speed
19.2, 57.6, 115.2 kBd
Read/write distances of the reader
see section "Field data (Page 39)"
MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures)
430 years
Interfaces
Electrical connector design
M8, 4-pin
Standard for interfaces for communication
• RS-422 • 3964R protocol
• RS-232 • ASCII protocol
Readers
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SIMATIC RF200
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6GT2821-5AC10
6GT2821-5AC40
Antenna external, ANT 8, ANT 12, ANT 18, ANT 30 can
be connected
Mechanical specifications
Housing
• Material • Plastic PA 6.6
• Color • Anthracite
Recommended distance to metal
0 mm
Supply voltage, current consumption, power loss
Supply voltage
24 VDC
Typical current consumption
50 mA
Permitted ambient conditions
Ambient temperature
• During operation • -20 … +70 °C
• During transportation and storage • -25 … +85 °C
Degree of protection to EN 60529
IP65
Shock-resistant to EN 60721-3-7, Class 7 M3
500 m/s
2
Vibration-resistant to EN 60721-3-7, Class 7 M3
200 m/s
2
Torsion and bending load
Not permitted
Design, dimensions and weight
Dimensions (L x W x H)
50 × 50 × 30 mm
Weight
60 g
Type of mounting 2 x M5 screw
1.5 Nm
Cable length, maximum • RS-422: max. 1000 m
• RS-232: max. 30 m
LED display design 3-color LED
5.5.6
Approvals
FCC information
Siemens SIMATIC RF250R (MLFB 6GT2821-5AC10) FCC ID NXW-RF250R
Siemens SIMATIC RF250R (MLFB 6GT2821-5AC40) FCC ID NXW-RF250R
Readers
5.5 SIMATIC RF250R
SIMATIC RF200
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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.
Caution
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Note
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.
IC information
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.
If the antenna is detachable, require the following two conditions:
(1) To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type should be chosen
that the radiated power is not more than that permitted for successful communication.
(2) This device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed below. Antennas not
included in this list are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna
impedance is 50 Ω.
Si l'antenne est amovible, demandez les deux conditions suivantes :
(1) Afin de réduire le risque d'interférence aux autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type
d'antenne et son gain de façon à ce que la puissance rayonnée ne soit pas supérieure au
niveau requis pour l'obtention d'une communication satisfaisante.
Readers
5.5 SIMATIC RF250R
SIMATIC RF200
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(2) Ce dispositif a été conçu pour fonctionner avec les antennes énumérées ci-dessous. Les
antennes non incluses dans cette liste sont strictement interdites pour l'exploitation de ce
dispositif. L'impéance d'antenne requise est 50 Ω.
5.5.7
Dimension drawing
Figure 5-12 Dimension drawing RF250R
Dimensions in mm
Readers
5.6 SIMATIC RF260R
SIMATIC RF200
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5.6
SIMATIC RF260R
5.6.1
Features
SIMATIC RF260R
Characteristics
Structure ① RS-422 or RS-232 interface
②
Operating indicator
Field of application Identification tasks on assembly lines in harsh in-
dustrial environments
5.6.2
Ordering data for RF260R
Article number
RF260R with RS-422 interface (3964R)
6GT2821-6AC10
RF260R with RS-232 interface (3964R)
6GT2821-6AC11
RF260R with RS-232 interface (ASCII)
6GT2821-6AC40
Readers
5.6 SIMATIC RF260R
SIMATIC RF200
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5.6.3
Pin assignment RF260R
Pin
Pin
Device end 8-
pin M12
Interface assignment
RS-422
RS-232
1
+24 V
+24 V
2 - Transmit RXD
3
0 V
0 V
4
+ Transmit
TXD
5
+ Receive
Unassigned
6
- Receive
Unassigned
7
Unassigned
Unassigned
8
Ground (shield)
Ground (shield)
5.6.4
LED operating display
The operational statuses of the reader are displayed by the LEDs. The LED can adopt the
colors green, red or yellow and the statuses off , on , flashing :
Table 5- 11 LED operating display on the reader
LED
Meaning
The reader is turned off.
Operating voltage present, reader not initialized or antenna switched off
Operating voltage present, reader initialized and antenna switched on
• Operating mode "with presence": Transponder present
• Operating mode "without presence": Transponder present and command
currently being executed
There is an error. The number of flashes provides information about the cur-
rent error. You can find more information on error messages in the section
"Error codes of the RF200 readers (Page 329)". The optical error display is
only reset if the corresponding reset parameter ("option_1 = 2") is set (see
product information "SIMATIC RF200 Command Set
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/44864850)").
Readers
5.6 SIMATIC RF260R
SIMATIC RF200
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5.6.5
Minimum distance between several RF260R
RF260R side by side
D
≥ 150 mm (with 2 readers)
D
≥ 250 mm (with more than 2 readers)
Figure 5-13 Minimum distance between several RF260R
RF260R face to face
D
≥ 500 mm
Figure 5-14 Face-to-face distance between two RF260R
Readers
5.6 SIMATIC RF260R
SIMATIC RF200
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5.6.6
Technical data of the RF260R reader
Table 5- 12 Technical specifications of the RF260R reader
6GT2821-6AC10
6GT2821-6AC11
6GT2821-6AC40
Product type designation
SIMATIC RF260R
Radio frequencies
Operating frequency, rated value
13.56 MHz
Electrical data
Maximum range
135 mm
Maximum data transmission speed
reader ↔ transponder
ISO tags
• Read • approx. 1500 bytes/s
• Write • approx. 1500 bytes/s
Typical transmission time for user data per byte
• for write access • 0.6 ms
• for read access • 0.6 ms
Transmission speed
19.2, 57.6, 115.2 kBd
Read/write distances of the reader
see section "Field data (Page 39)"
MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures)
480 years
Interfaces
Electrical connector design
M12, 8-pin
Standard for interfaces for communication
• 6GT2821-6AC10 • RS-422 (3964R protocol)
• 6GT2821-6AC11 • RS-232 (3964R protocol)
• 6GT2821-6AC40 • RS-232 (ASCII protocol)
Antenna
integrated
Mechanical specifications
Housing
• Material • Plastic PA 6.6
• Color • Anthracite
Recommended distance to metal 0 mm
Supply voltage, current consumption, power loss
Readers
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SIMATIC RF200
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6GT2821-6AC10
6GT2821-6AC11
6GT2821-6AC40
Supply voltage
24 VDC
Typical current consumption
50 mA
Permitted ambient conditions
Ambient temperature
• During operation • -20 … +70 °C
• During transportation and storage • -25 … +80 °C
Degree of protection to EN 60529
IP67
Shock-resistant to EN 60721-3-7, Class 7 M3
500 m/s
2
Vibration-resistant to EN 60721-3-7, Class 7 M3
200 m/s
2
Torsion and bending load
Not permitted
Design, dimensions and weight
Dimensions (L x W x H)
75 × 75 × 41 mm
Weight
200 g
Type of mounting 2 x M5 screw
1.5 Nm
Cable length, maximum • RS-422: max. 1000 m
• RS-232: max. 30 m
LED display design 3-color LED
(operating voltage, presence, error)
5.6.7
Approvals
FCC information
Siemens SIMATIC RF260R (MLFB 6GT2821-6AC10) FCC ID NXW-RF260R
Siemens SIMATIC RF260R (MLFB 6GT2821-6AC11) FCC ID NXW-RF260R
Siemens SIMATIC RF260R (MLFB 6GT2821-6AC40) FCC ID NXW-RF260R
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.
Caution
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Readers
5.6 SIMATIC RF260R
SIMATIC RF200
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Note
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.
IC information
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.
5.6.8
Dimension drawing
Figure 5-15 Dimension drawing RF260R
Dimensions in mm
Readers
5.7 SIMATIC RF280R
SIMATIC RF200
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5.7
SIMATIC RF280R
5.7.1
Features
SIMATIC RF280R
Characteristics
Structure ① RS-422 or RS-232 interface
②
Operating indicator
Field of application Identification tasks on assembly lines in harsh in-
dustrial environments
5.7.2
Ordering data RF280R
Article number
RF280R with RS422 interface (3964R)
6GT2821-8AC10
RF280R with RS232 interface (ASCII)
6GT2821-8AC40
Readers
5.7 SIMATIC RF280R
SIMATIC RF200
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5.7.3
Pin assignment RF280R
Pin
Pin
Device end 8-
pin M12
Interface assignment
RS-422
RS-232
1
+24 V
+24 V
2 - Transmit RXD
3
0 V
0 V
4
+ Transmit
TXD
5
+ Receive
Unassigned
6
- Receive
Unassigned
7
Unassigned
Unassigned
8
Ground (shield)
Ground (shield)
5.7.4
LED operating display
The operational statuses of the reader are displayed by the LEDs. The LED can adopt the
colors green, red or yellow and the statuses off , on , flashing :
Table 5- 13 LED operating display on the reader
LED
Meaning
The reader is turned off.
Operating voltage present, reader not initialized or antenna switched off
Operating voltage present, reader initialized and antenna switched on
• Operating mode "with presence": Transponder present
• Operating mode "without presence": Transponder present and command
currently being executed
There is an error. The number of flashes provides information about the cur-
rent error. You can find more information on error messages in the section
"Error codes of the RF200 readers (Page 329)". The optical error display is
only reset if the corresponding reset parameter ("option_1 = 2") is set (see
product information "SIMATIC RF200 Command Set
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/44864850)").
Readers
5.7 SIMATIC RF280R
SIMATIC RF200
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5.7.5
Minimum distance between RF280R readers
RF280R side-by-side
D
≥ 150 mm (with 2 readers)
D
≥ 250 mm (with more than 2 readers)
Figure 5-16 Minimum distance between RF280R readers
RF280R Face-to-Face
D
≥ 800 mm
Figure 5-17 Face-to-face distance between two RF280R
Readers
5.7 SIMATIC RF280R
SIMATIC RF200
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5.7.6
Technical specifications of the RF280R reader
Table 5- 14 Technical specifications of the RF280R reader
6GT2821-8AC10
6GT2821-8AC40
Product type designation
SIMATIC RF280R
Radio frequencies
Operating frequency, rated value
13.56 MHz
Electrical data
Maximum range
200 mm
Maximum data transmission speed
reader ↔ transponder
ISO transponder
• Read • approx. 1500 bytes/s
• Write • approx. 1500 bytes/s
Typical transmission time for user data per byte
• for write access • 0.6 ms
• for read access • 0.6 ms
Transmission speed
19.2, 57.6, 115.2 kBd
Read/write distances of the reader
see section "Field data (Page 39)"
MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures)
172.6 years
Interfaces
Electrical connector design
M12, 8-pin
Standard for interfaces for communication
• 6GT2821-6AC10 • RS-422 (3964R protocol)
• 6GT2821-6AC40 • RS-232 (ASCII protocol)
Antenna
integrated
Mechanical specifications
Housing
• Material • Plastic PA 12
• Color • TI grey
Recommended distance to metal
0 mm
Supply voltage, current consumption, power loss
Supply voltage
24 VDC
Typical current consumption
130 mA
Readers
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SIMATIC RF200
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6GT2821-8AC10
6GT2821-8AC40
Permitted ambient conditions
Ambient temperature
• During operation • -25 … +70 °C
• During transportation and storage • -40 … +85 °C
Degree of protection to EN 60529
IP67
Shock-resistant to EN 60721-3-7, Class 7 M3
500 m/s
2
Vibration-resistant to EN 60721-3-7, Class 7 M3
200 m/s
2
Torsion and bending load
Not permitted
Design, dimensions and weight
Dimensions (L x W x H)
160 x 80 x 41 mm
Weight
470 g
Type of mounting 4x screws M5
≤ 1.5 Nm
Cable length, maximum • RS-422: max. 1000 m
• RS-232: max. 30 m
LED display design 3-color LED
(operating voltage, presence, error)
Standards, specifications, approvals
Proof of suitability Radio according to R&TTE directives EN 300330,
EN 301489, CE, FCC, UL/CSA
5.7.7
Approvals
FCC information
Siemens SIMATIC RF280R (MLFB 6GT2821-8AC10) FCC ID NXW-RF280R
Siemens SIMATIC RF280R (MLFB 6GT2821-8AC40) FCC ID NXW-RF280R
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.
Caution
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Readers
5.7 SIMATIC RF280R
SIMATIC RF200
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Note
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.
IC information
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.
Readers
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SIMATIC RF200
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5.7.8
Dimension drawing
Figure 5-18 Dimensional drawing of RF280R
Dimensions in mm
Readers
5.8 SIMATIC RF290R
SIMATIC RF200
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5.8
SIMATIC RF290R
5.8.1
Features
SIMATIC RF290R
Characteristics
Design ① RS-422/RS-232 interface, 24 V power supply
② Digital I/O
③ External antenna
④ Operating display, 4 LEDs:
• Power (PWR)
• Active (ACT)
• Present (PRE)
• Error (ERR)
Application Identification tasks in production control and in
intra-logistics, e.g. skid identification, container
management, HF gates (F&B)
When connected via a PC multitag operation is
possible.
Note
Reader requires external antennas
Note that the RF290R reader is designed only for operation with external antennas and can
only be operated in
conjunction with the antennas ANT D5, D6 or D10.
Note
Note on operating the reader with ANT D6 / D10
When operating with a power
≥ 3 W, the limits are adhered to according to 2004/40/EC
(minimum requirements concerning the protection of workers). Note that the antennas may
only be used in an "industrial environment" and not in buildings used by the public.
5.8.2
Ordering data RF290R
Table 5- 15 Ordering data RF290R
Article number
RF290R
with RS-232 interface for PC mode and RS-422 interface for CM mode
6GT2821-0AC12
Readers
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SIMATIC RF200
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Table 5- 16 Ordering data - accessories - RF290R
Article number
24 V connecting cable
5 m
6GT2491-1HH50
RS-232 connecting cable, with 4-pin M12 connector for
24 V for connection to the wide-range power supply unit
5 m 6GT2891-4KH50
RS-232 connecting cable with open cable ends for 24 V
5 m
6GT2891-4KH50-0AX0
Adapter for mounting on a DIN rail (pack of 3) 6GK5798-8ML00-0AB3
Wide-range power supply unit for SIMATIC RF-systems
(100 - 240 VAC / 24 VDC / 3 A)
with 2 m connecting cable with country-specific plug
EU: 6GT2898-0AA00
UK: 6GT2898-0AA10
US: 6GT2898-0AA20
Connecting cables
Reader ↔ ASM 475
2 m
6GT2891-4EH20
5 m
6GT2891-4EH50
Connecting / extension cable
Reader ↔ CM/ASM
for RF200 / RF300 / RF600 / MV400
or extension cable MOBY U/D
2 m
6GT2891-4FH20
5 m
6GT2891-4FH50
10 m
6GT2891-4FN10
20 m
6GT2891-4FN20
50 m
6GT2891-4FN50
Antennas
Antenna ANT D5
6GT2698-5AA10
Antenna ANT D6
6GT2698-5AB00
Covering hood for ANT D6
6GT2690-0AD00
Antenna ANT D10
6GT2698-5AF00
Accessories for connecting multiple antennas to SIMATIC RF290R
Antenna multiplexer
incl. one antenna connecting cable 0.4 m
6GT2894-0EA00
Antenna splitter
incl. one antenna connecting cable 3.3 m
6GT2690-0AC00
Antenna cables
Antenna cable
3.3 m
6GT2691-0CH33
10.5 m
6GT2691-0CN10
Antenna cable extension
7.2 m
6GT2691-0DH72
Readers
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5.8.3
Pin assignment RF290R
RS422/RS232
Table 5- 17 Pin assignment of the RS-422/RS 232 interface
Pin
Pin
Device end 8-
pin M12
Interface assignment
RS-422
RS-232
1
+24 V
+24 V
2 - Transmit RXD
3
0 V
0 V
4
+ Transmit
TXD
5
+ Receive
not used
6
- Receive
not used
7
not used
not used
8
Ground (shield)
Ground (shield)
Digital I/O
only possible in PC mode (RS-232)
Table 5- 18 Pin assignment of the digital I/O interface
Pin
Pin
Device end 4-
pin M12
Socket assignment
1
DO - relay contact COM (Common)
2
DO - relay contact NO (Normaly Open, NO contact)
3
DI - switched input, +24 V
4 DI - ground, 0 V
Figure 5-19 Pin assignment of the power supply connector
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Digital input (DI):
The opto-coupler input is electrically isolated from the reader electronics. The external 24 V
must be connected to the DI according to the circuit diagram. Make sure that the polarity of
the 24 V is correct. The current is limited to < 10 mA by the integrated resistor.
NOTICE
Reader may be damaged
If you exceed the maximum permitted supply voltage, the reader may be damaged. Make
sure that the input voltage does not exceed the maximum permitted supply voltage of the
reader.
Digital output (DO):
At the relay output, a NO contact is available. The output is electrically isolated from the
reader electronics and therefore needs to be supplied externally.
NOTICE
Reader may be damaged
If you exceed the maximum permitted voltage of 24 V / 1 A at the relay output, the reader
may be damaged. Make sure that the voltage does not exceed 24 V.
The output is intended only for switching resistive loads. If it is used to switch inductive
loads, the reader may be damaged. Make sure that if inductive loads occur, the relay
contacts are protected by an external suppressor circuit.
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5.8.4
LED operating display
The operational statuses of the reader are displayed by the LEDs. The LED can adopt the
colors green, red or yellow and the statuses off , on , flashing :
Table 5- 19 LED operating display on the reader
Labeling
LED
Meaning
-
The reader is turned off.
PWR CM mode:
Operating voltage present, reader not initialized or antenna
switched off
CM mode:
Operating voltage present, reader initialized and antenna
switched on
PC mode:
Supply voltage is on
ACT
Communication on the data line
PRE
• Operating mode "with presence": Transponder present
• Operating mode "without presence": Transponder present
and command currently being executed
ERR CM mode:
There is an error. The number of flashes provides information
about the current error. You can find more information on error
messages in the section "Error codes of the RF200 readers
(Page 329)". The optical error display is only reset if the corre-
sponding reset parameter ("option_1 = 2") is set (see Product
Information " Product information "SIMATIC RF200 command
set"
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/44864850
)").
PC mode:
Error when connecting the antenna or the interference level in
the antenna environment is too high
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5.8.5
Installing the RF290R reader
5.8.5.1
Wall mounting
Use the holes in the housing to screw the device to the wall or onto a horizontal surface. The
position of the drill holes is shown in the following figure:
Figure 5-20 Drilling pattern for the RF290R (dimensions in mm)
A: M4 threaded socket for potential connection of the reader. You will find further information
on the potential connection in the section "Further information (Page 101)".
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5.8.5.2
Installing on the S7-300 standard rail
Follow the steps below to mount the RF290R reader on a vertical S7-300 standard rail:
1. Place the device on the upper edge of the S7-300 standard rail (position A).
2. Screw the device to the mounting rail (position B).
Figure 5-21 Installing the RF290R reader on the S7-300 standard rail
5.8.5.3
Installation on a DIN rail
The RF290R reader is suitable for installation on 35 mm rails that comply with DIN EN
50022.
Note
The adapter for mounting on a DIN rail does not ship with the RF290R
The adapter for mounting on a DIN rail does not ship with the product. You can obtain a pack
of three with the following article number: 6GK5798
-8ML00-0AB3.
The mounting fittings consist of the following parts:
•
1 DIN rail slider
•
1 spring
•
2 screws
Fit the adapter to the rear of the device as shown in the following figure:
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Figure 5-22 Mounting the DIN rail adapter
Follow the steps below to mount the RF290R reader on a DIN rail:
1. Place the device on the upper edge of the DIN rail (position A).
2. Pull the spring-mounted DIN rail slider (position B) down and press the device against the
DIN rail until it locks in place.
Figure 5-23 Mounting the RF290R reader on a DIN rail
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5.8.6
Technical specifications of the RF290R reader
Table 5- 20 Technical specifications of the RF290R reader
6GT2821-0AC12
Product type designation
SIMATIC RF290R
Radio frequencies
Operating frequency, rated value
13.56 MHz
Electrical data
Maximum range
65 mm
Maximum data transmission speed
reader ↔ transponder
ISO tags
• Read • approx. 1500 bytes/s
• Write • approx. 1500 bytes/s
Typical transmission time for user data per byte
• for write access • 0.6 ms
• for read access • 0.6 ms
Multitag capability
When connected via a PC
Transmission speed
19.2, 57.6, 115.2 kBd
Read/write distances of the reader
see section "Field data (Page 39)"
MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures)
18 years
Interfaces
Electrical connector design
TNC
Standard for interfaces for communication • RS-422
• RS-232
Antenna
external, ANT D5, D6 or D10 can be connected
Mechanical specifications
Housing
• Material • Aluminum die-casting
• Color • Silver/anthracite
Recommended distance to metal
0 mm
Supply voltage, current consumption, power loss
Supply voltage
24 VDC (± 10%)
Typical current consumption 400 mA (at 24 V and 5 W)
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Permitted ambient conditions
Ambient temperature
• During operation • -20 … +55 °C
• During transportation and storage • -25 … +85 °C
Degree of protection to EN 60529
IP65
Shock-resistant to EN 60721-3-7, Class 7 M3
300 m/s
2
Vibration-resistant to EN 60721-3-7, Class 7 M3
20 m/s
2
Torsion and bending load
Not permitted
Design, dimensions and weight
Dimensions (W x H x D)
200 × 80 × 140 mm
Weight
1.8 kg
Type of mounting 2 x M5 screw
1.5 Nm
Cable length, maximum • RS-422: max. 1000 m
• RS-232: max. 30 m
LED display design
4 LEDs
5.8.7
Approvals
FCC information
Siemens SIMATIC RF290R (MLFB 6GT2821-0AC12) FCC ID NXW-RF290R
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.
Caution
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
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Note
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.
IC information
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.
If the antenna is detachable, require the following two conditions:
(1) To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type should be chosen
that the radiated power is not more than that permitted for successful communication.
(2) This device has been designed to operate with the antennas listed below. Antennas not
included in this list are strictly prohibited for use with this device. The required antenna
impedance is 50 Ω.
Si l'antenne est amovible, demandez les deux conditions suivantes :
(1) Afin de réduire le risque d'interférence aux autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type
d'antenne et son gain de façon à ce que la puissance rayonnée ne soit pas supérieure au
niveau requis pour l'obtention d'une communication satisfaisante.
(2) Ce dispositif a été conçu pour fonctionner avec les antennes énumérées ci-dessous. Les
antennes non incluses dans cette liste sont strictement interdites pour l'exploitation de ce
dispositif. L'impéance d'antenne requise est 50 Ω.
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5.8.8
Note on the use of the RF290R as a replacement for SLG D10 / SLG D10S
The RF290R reader is the successor to the MOBY D readers SLG D10 / SLG D10S
rounding off the RF200 family; it is operated with external antennas. The following features
distinguish the RF290R from the SLG models:
Table 5- 21 Differences between the RF290R readers and SLG D10 / SLG D10S
Properties SLG D10/SLG D10S
Properties RF290R
Two devices with different interfaces RS-232/RS-422 interface and PC/CM functionali-
ty in one device
M 12, 4-pin male connector for the power supply
9-pin D-sub male connector for connection to the
various communications modules
M12, 8-pin male connector for the power supply
and for direct connection to the various commu-
nications modules
1)
no digital I/O M12, 4-pin female connector for digital I/O (can
only be used in PC mode)
no operating display via LEDs
operating display by four LEDs
Maximum transmit power of 10 W
Maximum transmit power of 5 W
One securing option
Different securing options
Standard protocol in ISO host mode (in PC
mode)
Advanced protocol in ISO host mode (in PC
mode)
2)
Amplitude Shift Keying (ASK) and Frequency
Shift Keying (FSK) modes possible
Amplitude Shift Keying (ASK) mode possible
Support of "ICode1" and "TagIt" and ISO 15693-
compatible transponders
Support of ISO 15693-compatible transponders
The total memory for "repeat_command" is lim-
ited to 32 kB
The total memory for "repeat_command" is lim-
ited to 16 kB
1)
The RF290R reader connectors are compatible with the SLG D10 if a Y connecting cable is used
(6GT2891-4KH50, 6GT2891-4KH50-0AX0).
2) In ISO host mode (in PC mode), a program adaptation is necessary
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5.8.9
Dimension drawing
Figure 5-24 Dimensional drawing RF290R (dimensions in mm)
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Antennas
6
Note
The RF250R and RF290R readers require external antennas
Note that the RF250R and RF290R readers are designed for operation with external
antennas.
The RF250R reader can only be used in conjunction with the antennas ANT 3, 8, 12, 18 or
30. The RF290R reader can only be used in conjunction with the antennas
ANT D5, D6 or
D10.
6.1
ANT 1
6.1.1
Characteristics
ANT 1
Characteristics
Area of application
Small assembly lines
Read/write distance
up to 140 mm (depending on the transponder)
Connecting cable
3 m (plug-in antenna cable)
Connectable readers
RF250R
Degree of protection IP67
6.1.2
Ordering data
Table 6- 1 Ordering data ANT 1
Antenna
Article number
ANT 1
(including one plug-in antenna cable 3 m)
6GT2398-1CB00
Table 6- 2 Ordering data ANT 1 accessories
Accessories
Article number
Antenna cable, 3 m
6GT2398-0AH30
Antennas
6.1 ANT 1
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6.1.3
Flush-mounted in metal
The tuning of the ANT 1 antenna is optimized for mounting in metal.
a
= 40 mm
Figure 6-1 ANT 1 flush-mounted in metal
6.1.4
Operating / limit distances
The operating / limit distances listed in the following table relate to an ANT 1 mounted in
metal.
Table 6- 3 Operating / limit distances of the transponders
RF250R with ANT 1
Operating distance (Sa)
RF250R with ANT 1
Limit distance (Sg)
MDS D100
5...110
140
MDS D124
2...65 85
MDS D126
2...90
120
MDS D139
5...85
115
MDS D160
2...35
60
MDS D165
5...100
120
MDS D200
5...95
115
MDS D261
5...80
95
MDS D324
2...66
78
MDS D339
5...90
105
MDS D400
2...110
135
MDS D423
10...40
50
MDS D424
2...75
88
MDS D425
2...25
35
MDS D426
2...85
95
MDS D428
2...40
50
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RF250R with ANT 1
Operating distance (Sa)
RF250R with ANT 1
Limit distance (Sg)
MDS D460
2...32
38
MDS D524
2...65 85
MDS D525
2...25
35
MDS D526
2...85
105
MDS D528
2...35
50
All values are in mm
6.1.5
Minimum clearances
Note
Extension of the data transmission time if distance values are undershot
If the distance values specified in the tables are undershot, it is possible that the inductive
fields will be affected. In this cas
e, the data transmission time can increase unpredictably or
a command is aborted with an error.
For this reason, please observe the values in the tables.
Minimum distances from transponder to transponder (without multitag mode)
Table 6- 4 Minimum distances transponder edge to transponder edge
MDS D423 /
MDS D425
MDS D126 / MDS D160 /
MDS D165 / MDS D200 /
MDS D339 / MDS D426 /
MDS D428 / MDS D460
MDS D100 / MDS D124 /
MDS D139 / MDS D 261 /
MDS D400 / MDS D424
RF250R with ANT 1
≥ 120 mm
≥ 150 mm
≥ 240 mm
Antennas
6.1 ANT 1
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Minimum distances from antenna to antenna
D
≥ 300 mm
Figure 6-2 Minimum distance ANT 1
D
≥ 500 mm
Figure 6-3 Face-to-face minimum distance ANT 1
6.1.6
Technical specifications
6GT2398-1CB00
Product type designation
ANT 1
Electrical data
Maximum write/read distance
ANT ↔ Transponder (Sg)
140 mm
Interfaces
Plug connection
M8, 4-pin; pins on antenna side
Antennas
6.1 ANT 1
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6GT2398-1CB00
Mechanical specifications
Housing
• Material • Plastic PA 12
• Color • Anthracite
MTBF
13698 years
Permitted ambient conditions
Ambient temperature
• During operation • -25 ℃ ... +70 ℃
• During transportation and storage • -40 °C ... +85 °C
Degree of protection to EN 60529
IP67
Shock according to EN 60721-3-7 Class 7 M3
1)
500 m/s
2
Vibration according to EN 60721-3-7 Class 7 M3
1)
200 m/s
2
Design, dimensions and weight
Dimensions (L × W × H)
75 x 75 x 20 mm
Weight
225 g
Type of mounting
2 x M5 screws
Cable length
3 m (plug-in antenna cable)
1)
Warning: The values for shock and vibration are maximum values and must not be applied contin-
uously.
6.1.7
Dimension drawing
Figure 6-4 Dimensional drawing of ANT 1 (all values in mm)
Antennas
6.2 ANT 3
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6.2
ANT 3
6.2.1
Features
ANT 3
Characteristics
Area of application
Small assembly lines
Writing/reading distance up to 50 mm (depending on the transponder)
Connecting cable
3 m (plug-in antenna cable)
Connectable readers
RF250R
Degree of protection IP67
6.2.2
Ordering data
Table 6- 5 Ordering data ANT 3
Antenna
Article number
ANT 3
(without antenna cable)
6GT2398-1CD30-0AX0
ANT 3
(incl. one plug-in antenna cable 3 m)
6GT2398-1CD40-0AX0
Table 6- 6 Ordering data ANT 3 accessories
Accessories
Article number
Antenna cable, 3 m
6GT2398-0AH30
Antennas
6.2 ANT 3
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6.2.3
Mounting on/in metal
The tuning of the ANT 3 antenna is optimized for mounting on metal.
①
ANT 3
②
Metal
Figure 6-5 ANT 3 mounted on metal
①
ANT 3
②
Metal
a
= 10 mm
Figure 6-6 ANT 3 flush-mounted in metal
Antennas
6.2 ANT 3
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6.2.4
Operating / limit distances
The operating / limit distances listed in the following table relate to an ANT 3 mounted on
metal.
Table 6- 7 Operating / limit distances of the transponders
RF250R with ANT 3
Operating distance (Sa)
RF250R with ANT 3
Limit distance (Sg)
MDS D124
2 ... 32
40
MDS D160
1 ... 16 20
MDS D324
2 ... 32
40
MDS D422
1 ... 12
15
MDS D423
(without metal)
0 ... 20 25
MDS D423
(on metal)
0 ... 24 30
MDS D423
(in metal - 10 mm
clearance all
round)
0 ... 24 30
MDS D423
(in metal - 0 mm
clearance all
round)
0 ... 16 20
MDS D424
0 ... 45
50
MDS D425
0 ... 16
20
MDS D428
0 ... 25
32
MDS D460
0 ... 18
25
MDS D522
1 ... 12
15
MDS D522
Special variant
1 ... 12 15
MDS D524
1 ... 30
40
MDS D528
1 ... 20
25
All values are in mm
Antennas
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6.2.5
Minimum spacing
Note
Extension of the data transmission time if distance values are undershot
If the distance values specified in the tables are undershot, it is possible that the inductive
fields will be affected. In this case, the
data transmission time can increase unpredictably or
a command is aborted with an error.
For this reason, please observe the values in the tables.
Minimum distances from transponder to transponder (without multitag mode)
Table 6- 8 Minimum distances transponder edge to transponder edge
MDS D124 / MDS D160 / MDS D324 /
MDS D423 / MDS D424 / MDS D428 /
MDS D460 / MDS D524 / MDS D528
MDS D422 / MDS D425 / MDS D522
RF250R with ANT 3
> 80 mm
> 60 mm
Minimum distances from antenna to antenna
D
≥ 150 mm
Figure 6-7 Minimum distance for ANT 3
Antennas
6.2 ANT 3
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D
≥ 200 mm
Figure 6-8 Face-to-face distance between two ANT 3s
6.2.6
Technical data
6GT2398-1CD30-0AX0
6GT2398-1CD40-0AX0
Product type designation
ANT 3
Electrical data
Maximum write/read distance
ANT ↔ Transponder (S
g
)
50 mm
Interfaces
Plug connection M8, 4-pin socket on antenna side (with antenna
connecting cable: pin cable end)
Mechanical specifications
Housing
• Material • Plastic PA6-V0
• Color • Black
MTBF
13698 years
Permitted ambient conditions
Ambient temperature
• During operation • -25 ℃ ... +70 ℃
• During transportation and storage • -40 °C ... +85 °C
Degree of protection to EN 60529 IP67
Shock according to EN 60721-3-7 Class 7 M3
1)
500 m/s
2
Vibration according to EN 60721-3-7 Class 7 M3
1)
200 m/s
2
Design, dimensions and weight
Dimensions (L × W × H)
Antennas
6.2 ANT 3
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6GT2398-1CD30-0AX0
6GT2398-1CD40-0AX0
• Housing without antenna connector • 50 × 28 × 10 mm
• Housing with antenna connector • 240 × 28 × 10 mm
Weight
• Housing with antenna connector • Approx. 35 g
• Housing with antenna connector and antenna
cable
• Approx. 160 g
Type of mounting
2 x M4 screws
Cable length
3 m (plug-in antenna cable)
1)
Warning: The values for shock and vibration are maximum values and must not be applied contin-
uously.
6.2.7
Dimension drawing
Figure 6-9 Dimension drawing ANT 3 (all values in mm)
Antennas
6.3 ANT 8
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6.3
ANT 8
6.3.1
Features
ANT 8
Characteristics
Area of application
Tool identification
Writing/reading distance up to 4 mm (depending on the transponder)
Connecting cable
3 m
Connectable readers
RF250R
Degree of protection IP67
6.3.2
Ordering data
Table 6- 9 Ordering data ANT 8
Antenna
Article number
ANT 8
(without antenna cable)
6GT2398-1CF00
ANT 8
(including one plug-in antenna cable 3 m)
6GT2398-1CF10
Table 6- 10 Ordering data ANT 8 accessories
Accessories
Article number
Antenna cable, 3 m
6GT2398-0AH30

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