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RFID SYSTEMS
SIMATIC Sensors RFID systems SIMATIC RF300
SIMATIC RF300
System Manual ¡ June 2008
SIMATIC Sensors
www.siemens.com/simatic-sensors
Introduction
Safety information
SIMATIC Sensors
System overview
RFID systems
SIMATIC RF300
RF300 system planning
Readers
Transponders
Communication modules
System diagnostics
Accessories
Appendix
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Safety Guidelines
This manual contains notices you have to observe in order to ensure your personal safety, as well as to prevent
damage to property. The notices referring to your personal safety are highlighted in the manual by a safety alert
symbol, notices referring only to property damage have no safety alert symbol. These notices shown below are
graded according to the degree of danger.
DANGER
indicates that death or severe personal injury will result if proper precautions are not taken.
WARNING
indicates that death or severe personal injury may result if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION
with a safety alert symbol, indicates that minor personal injury can result if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION
without a safety alert symbol, indicates that property damage can result if proper precautions are not taken.
NOTICE
indicates that an unintended result or situation can occur if the corresponding information is not taken into
account.
If more than one degree of danger is present, the warning notice representing the highest degree of danger will
be used. A notice warning of injury to persons with a safety alert symbol may also include a warning relating to
property damage.
Qualified Personnel
The device/system may only be set up and used in conjunction with this documentation. Commissioning and
operation of a device/system may only be performed by qualified personnel. Within the context of the safety notes
in this documentation qualified persons are defined as persons who are authorized to commission, ground and
label devices, systems and circuits in accordance with established safety practices and standards.
Prescribed Usage
Note the following:
WARNING
This device may only be used for the applications described in the catalog or the technical description and only
in connection with devices or components from other manufacturers which have been approved or
recommended by Siemens. Correct, reliable operation of the product requires proper transport, storage,
positioning and assembly as well as careful operation and maintenance.
Trademarks
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publication may be trademarks whose use by third parties for their own purposes could violate the rights of the
owner.
Disclaimer of Liability
We have reviewed the contents of this publication to ensure consistency with the hardware and software
described. Since variance cannot be precluded entirely, we cannot guarantee full consistency. However, the
information in this publication is reviewed regularly and any necessary corrections are included in subsequent
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Table of contents
Introduction.............................................................................................................................................. 11
1.1
Navigating in the system manual .................................................................................................11
1.2
Preface.........................................................................................................................................12
Safety information.................................................................................................................................... 15
System overview...................................................................................................................................... 17
3.1
RFID systems...............................................................................................................................17
3.2
3.2.1
3.2.2
3.2.3
3.2.4
RF300 ..........................................................................................................................................18
RF300 system overview...............................................................................................................18
Application areas of RF300..........................................................................................................19
RFID components and their function ...........................................................................................20
Technical data..............................................................................................................................21
RF300 system planning ........................................................................................................................... 23
4.1
4.1.1
4.1.2
4.1.3
4.1.4
4.1.5
4.1.6
4.1.7
4.1.8
4.1.11
Fundamentals of application planning .........................................................................................23
Selection criteria for SIMATIC RF300 components .....................................................................23
Transmission window and read/write distance ............................................................................24
Width of the transmission window................................................................................................28
Impact of secondary fields ...........................................................................................................28
Permissible directions of motion of the transponder....................................................................28
Operation in static and dynamic mode ........................................................................................29
Dwell time of the transponder ......................................................................................................30
Communication between communication module, reader (with IQ-Sense interface) and
transponder ..................................................................................................................................31
Calculation example (IQ-Sense) ..................................................................................................32
Communication between communication module, reader (with RS422 interface) and
transponder ..................................................................................................................................34
Calculation example (RS422) ......................................................................................................36
4.2
Field data for transponders, readers and antennas.....................................................................39
4.3
4.3.1
4.3.2
4.3.3
4.3.4
Relationship between the volume of data and the transponder speed .......................................44
RF310R with IQ-Sense ................................................................................................................44
RF310R with RS422 ....................................................................................................................45
RF340R and RF350R ..................................................................................................................47
RF380R........................................................................................................................................52
4.4
4.4.1
4.4.2
4.4.3
4.4.4
Installation guidelines...................................................................................................................57
Overview ......................................................................................................................................57
Reduction of interference due to metal........................................................................................57
Effects of metal on different transponders and readers...............................................................59
Impact on the transmission window by metal ..............................................................................60
4.5
Chemical resistance of the transponders ....................................................................................66
4.6
4.6.1
EMC Directives ............................................................................................................................73
Overview ......................................................................................................................................73
4.1.9
4.1.10
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4.6.3
4.6.4
4.6.5
4.6.6
4.6.7
4.6.8
What does EMC mean? .............................................................................................................. 74
Basic rules................................................................................................................................... 75
Propagation of electromagnetic interference .............................................................................. 77
Cabinet configuration .................................................................................................................. 80
Prevention of interference sources ............................................................................................. 83
Equipotential bonding.................................................................................................................. 84
Cable shielding............................................................................................................................ 85
Readers ................................................................................................................................................... 87
5.1
Overview ..................................................................................................................................... 87
5.2
5.2.1
5.2.2
5.2.3
5.2.4
5.2.5
5.2.6
5.2.7
5.2.8
5.2.9
5.2.10
RF310R with IQ-Sense interface ................................................................................................ 88
Features ...................................................................................................................................... 88
Pin assignment of RF310R IQ-Sense interface .......................................................................... 88
Display elements of the RF310R reader with IQ-Sense interface .............................................. 88
Ensuring reliable data exchange................................................................................................. 89
Metal-free area............................................................................................................................ 89
Minimum distance between RF310R readers............................................................................. 89
Technical data for RF310R reader with IQ-Sense interface ....................................................... 90
FCC information .......................................................................................................................... 91
Ordering data of RF310R with IQ-Sense interface ..................................................................... 91
Dimension drawing...................................................................................................................... 92
5.3
5.3.1
5.3.2
5.3.3
5.3.4
5.3.5
5.3.6
5.3.7
5.3.8
5.3.9
5.3.10
RF310R with RS422 interface .................................................................................................... 93
Features ...................................................................................................................................... 93
Pin assignment of RF310R RS422 interface .............................................................................. 93
Display elements of the RF310R reader with RS422 interface .................................................. 94
Ensuring reliable data exchange................................................................................................. 94
Metal-free area............................................................................................................................ 94
Minimum distance between RF310R readers............................................................................. 95
Technical specifications of the RF310R reader with RS422 interface........................................ 96
FCC information .......................................................................................................................... 97
Ordering data for RF310R with RS422 interface ........................................................................ 97
Dimension drawing...................................................................................................................... 98
5.4
5.4.1
5.4.2
5.4.3
5.4.4
5.4.5
5.4.6
5.4.7
5.4.8
5.4.9
5.4.10
RF340R ....................................................................................................................................... 99
Features ...................................................................................................................................... 99
Pin assignment of RF340R RS422 interface .............................................................................. 99
Display elements of the RF340R reader................................................................................... 100
Ensuring reliable data exchange............................................................................................... 100
Metal-free area.......................................................................................................................... 100
Minimum distance between RF340R readers........................................................................... 101
Technical data of the RF340R reader....................................................................................... 102
FCC information ........................................................................................................................ 103
Ordering data for RF340R......................................................................................................... 103
Dimension drawing.................................................................................................................... 104
5.5
5.5.1
5.5.2
5.5.3
5.5.4
5.5.5
5.5.6
5.5.7
5.5.8
5.5.9
RF350R ..................................................................................................................................... 105
Features .................................................................................................................................... 105
Pin assignment of RF350R RS422 interface ............................................................................ 105
Display elements of the RF350R reader................................................................................... 106
Ensuring reliable data exchange............................................................................................... 106
Metal-free area.......................................................................................................................... 106
Technical data of the RF350R reader....................................................................................... 107
FCC information ........................................................................................................................ 108
Ordering data for RF350R......................................................................................................... 108
Dimension drawing.................................................................................................................... 109
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5.5.10.1
5.5.10.2
5.5.10.3
5.5.10.4
5.5.10.5
5.5.10.6
5.5.10.7
Antennas ....................................................................................................................................110
Features .....................................................................................................................................110
Ensuring reliable data exchange................................................................................................111
Metal-free area...........................................................................................................................112
Minimum distance between antennas .......................................................................................114
Technical data for antennas.......................................................................................................116
Ordering data for antennas ........................................................................................................116
Dimension drawings for antennas..............................................................................................117
5.6
5.6.1
5.6.2
5.6.3
5.6.4
5.6.5
5.6.6
5.6.7
5.6.8
5.6.9
5.6.10
RF380R......................................................................................................................................118
Features .....................................................................................................................................118
Pin assignment of RF380R RS232/RS422 interface .................................................................118
Display elements of the RF380R reader....................................................................................119
Ensuring reliable data exchange................................................................................................119
Metal-free area...........................................................................................................................119
Minimum distance between RF380R readers............................................................................120
Technical specifications of the RF380R reader .........................................................................121
FCC information .........................................................................................................................122
RF380R ordering data ...............................................................................................................122
Dimension drawing ....................................................................................................................123
Transponders ........................................................................................................................................ 125
6.1
Overview ....................................................................................................................................125
6.2
6.2.1
6.2.2
6.2.3
6.2.4
6.2.5
RF320T ......................................................................................................................................126
Features .....................................................................................................................................126
Metal-free area...........................................................................................................................127
Technical data............................................................................................................................128
Ordering data .............................................................................................................................128
Dimension drawing ....................................................................................................................129
6.3
6.3.1
6.3.2
6.3.3
6.3.4
6.3.5
RF340T ......................................................................................................................................130
Features .....................................................................................................................................130
Metal-free area...........................................................................................................................131
Technical specifications .............................................................................................................132
Ordering data .............................................................................................................................132
Dimension drawing ....................................................................................................................133
6.4
6.4.1
6.4.2
6.4.3
6.4.4
6.4.5
RF350T ......................................................................................................................................134
Features .....................................................................................................................................134
Metal-free area...........................................................................................................................135
Technical data............................................................................................................................136
Ordering data .............................................................................................................................136
Dimension drawing ....................................................................................................................137
6.5
6.5.1
6.5.2
6.5.3
6.5.4
6.5.5
RF360T ......................................................................................................................................138
Features .....................................................................................................................................138
Metal-free area...........................................................................................................................139
Technical data............................................................................................................................141
Ordering data .............................................................................................................................142
Dimension drawing ....................................................................................................................142
6.6
6.6.1
6.6.2
6.6.3
6.6.4
6.6.4.1
RF370T ......................................................................................................................................143
Features .....................................................................................................................................143
Metal-free area...........................................................................................................................144
Mounting instructions .................................................................................................................145
Technical specifications .............................................................................................................146
Technical data for RF370T with 32 KB FRAM...........................................................................146
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6.6.5
6.6.6
Technical data for RF370T with 64 KB FRAM .......................................................................... 147
Ordering data ............................................................................................................................ 148
Dimensional drawing................................................................................................................. 148
6.7
6.7.1
6.7.2
6.7.2.1
6.7.2.2
6.7.3
6.7.3.1
6.7.3.2
6.7.4
6.7.5
6.7.6
RF380T ..................................................................................................................................... 149
Features .................................................................................................................................... 149
Installation guidelines for RF380T ............................................................................................ 149
Mounting instructions ................................................................................................................ 150
Metal-free area.......................................................................................................................... 152
Configuring instructions............................................................................................................. 153
Temperature dependence of the transmission window ............................................................ 153
Temperature response in cyclic operation ................................................................................ 155
Technical specifications ............................................................................................................ 158
Ordering data ............................................................................................................................ 159
Dimensional drawing................................................................................................................. 159
6.8
Memory configuration of the RF300 tags.................................................................................. 160
Communication modules ....................................................................................................................... 163
7.1
Overview ................................................................................................................................... 163
7.2
7.2.1
7.2.2
7.2.3
7.2.4
7.2.5
7.2.6
8xIQ-Sense ............................................................................................................................... 164
Features .................................................................................................................................... 164
Indicators................................................................................................................................... 165
Configuration............................................................................................................................. 166
Addressing ................................................................................................................................ 168
Technical data........................................................................................................................... 170
Ordering data ............................................................................................................................ 170
7.3
7.3.1
7.3.2
7.3.3
7.3.4
7.3.5
7.3.6
7.3.7
ASM 452.................................................................................................................................... 171
Features .................................................................................................................................... 171
Pin assignment and display elements....................................................................................... 172
Configuration............................................................................................................................. 173
Technical data........................................................................................................................... 177
PROFIBUS Diagnosis ............................................................................................................... 178
Dimension drawing.................................................................................................................... 179
Ordering data ............................................................................................................................ 180
7.4
7.4.1
7.4.2
7.4.3
7.4.4
7.4.5
7.4.6
7.4.7
ASM 456.................................................................................................................................... 181
Description ................................................................................................................................ 181
Setting the PROFIBUS address................................................................................................ 185
Wiring up ASM 456 ................................................................................................................... 188
Diagnosis using LEDs ............................................................................................................... 192
Technical data........................................................................................................................... 194
Dimension drawing.................................................................................................................... 195
Ordering data ............................................................................................................................ 196
7.5
7.5.1
7.5.2
7.5.3
7.5.4
7.5.5
7.5.6
ASM 473.................................................................................................................................... 197
Features .................................................................................................................................... 197
Pin assignment and display elements....................................................................................... 198
Configuration............................................................................................................................. 199
Technical data........................................................................................................................... 202
Dimensional drawings ............................................................................................................... 203
Ordering data ............................................................................................................................ 204
7.6
7.6.1
7.6.2
7.6.3
ASM 475.................................................................................................................................... 205
Features .................................................................................................................................... 205
Indicators................................................................................................................................... 206
Configuration............................................................................................................................. 208
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7.6.5
Technical data............................................................................................................................211
Ordering data .............................................................................................................................212
7.7
7.7.1
7.7.2
7.7.3
7.7.4
7.7.5
7.7.6
RF170C......................................................................................................................................213
Description .................................................................................................................................213
Connect the RF170C with the connection module ....................................................................218
LED displays on the RF170C communication module ..............................................................220
Technical specifications .............................................................................................................222
Dimensional drawings................................................................................................................224
Ordering data .............................................................................................................................225
7.8
7.8.1
7.8.2
7.8.2.1
7.8.3
7.8.3.1
7.8.3.2
7.8.3.3
7.8.3.4
7.8.3.5
7.8.4
7.8.4.1
7.8.4.2
7.8.4.3
7.8.5
7.8.6
7.8.7
7.8.7.1
7.8.7.2
7.8.8
RF180C......................................................................................................................................226
Description .................................................................................................................................226
Connection .................................................................................................................................230
Wiring connection block M12, 7/8".............................................................................................233
Parameter assignment...............................................................................................................236
PROFINET IO configuration ......................................................................................................236
Assigning device names to the I/O device.................................................................................237
Configuration parameters of the RF180C..................................................................................239
Input parameters for RF180C ....................................................................................................240
Command table of the RF180C .................................................................................................241
PROFINET diagnostics..............................................................................................................242
Diagnosis using LEDs................................................................................................................242
Parameterization of the diagnostics...........................................................................................245
Structure of the diagnostic data .................................................................................................246
Technical data............................................................................................................................247
Dimension drawing for RF180C with fixing holes ......................................................................249
Connecting cable to the reader/SLG .........................................................................................251
Routing of standard cables ........................................................................................................251
Self-assembled cable.................................................................................................................253
Ordering data .............................................................................................................................254
System diagnostics................................................................................................................................ 257
8.1
Error codes.................................................................................................................................257
8.2
8.2.1
8.2.2
8.2.3
Diagnostics functions .................................................................................................................258
Overview ....................................................................................................................................258
Reader diagnostics with SLG STATUS .....................................................................................259
Transponder diagnostics with MDS STATUS............................................................................261
Accessories ........................................................................................................................................... 263
Appendix................................................................................................................................................ 265
A.1
Certificates and Approvals .........................................................................................................265
A.2
Service & Support ......................................................................................................................268
A.3
Contacts .....................................................................................................................................268
A.4
Training ......................................................................................................................................269
Glossary ................................................................................................................................................ 271
Index...................................................................................................................................................... 275
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Introduction
1.1
Navigating in the system manual
Structure of contents
Contents
Table of contents
Organization of the documentation, including the index of pages and chapters
Introduction
Purpose, layout and description of the important topics.
Safety instructions
Refers to all the valid technical safety aspects which have to be adhered to while installing,
commissioning and operating the product/system and with reference to statutory
regulations.
System overview
Overview of all RF identification systems, system overview of SIMATIC RF300
RFID system planning
Information about possible applications of SIMATIC RF300, support for application
planning, tools for finding suitable SIMATIC RF300 components.
Reader
Description of readers which can be used for SIMATIC RF300
Transponder
Description of transponders which can be used for SIMATIC RF300
Communication modules
Description of communication modules used for SIMATIC RF300
System diagnostics
Description of system diagnostics available for SIMATIC RF300
Accessories
Products available in addition to SIMATIC RF300
Appendix
Service and support, contact partners, training centers
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1.2 Preface
1.2
Preface
Purpose of this document
This system manual contains all the information needed to plan and configure the system.
It is intended both for programming and testing/debugging personnel who commission the
system themselves and connect it with other units (automation systems, further
programming devices), as well as for service and maintenance personnel who install
expansions or carry out fault/error analyses.
Scope of validity of this document
This documentation is valid for all supplied variations of the SIMATIC RF300 system and
describes the state of delivery as of June 2008.
Conventions
The following terms/abbreviations are used synonymously in this document:
â Reader, read/write device, write/read device
â Tag, transponder, mobile data memory, data carrier, MDS
â Communication module, interface module, ASM
History
Currently released versions of the SIMATIC RF300 system manual:
Edition
Remarks
06/2008
Revised edition, Correction of the field data
09/2007
Revised edition, components added: RF380R and RF180C
07/2007
Revised edition, degrees of protection changed for the RF300 reader
12/2006
Revised edition, components added: RF370T, RF380T and RF170C
04/2006
Revised edition, components added: RF340R as well as RF350R with the antenna
types ANT 1, ANT 18 and ANT 30
11/2005
Revised edition, components added: RF310R with RS422 interface, RF350T and
RF360T; ASM 452, ASM 456, ASM 473 and ASM 475
05/2005
First Edition
Declaration of conformity
The EC declaration of conformity and the corresponding documentation are made available
to authorities in accordance with the EC directives stated above. Your sales representative
can provide these on request.
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Observance of installation guidelines
The installation guidelines and safety instructions given in this documentation must be
followed during commissioning and operation.
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CAUTION
Please observe the safety instructions on the back cover of this documentation.
SIMATIC RFID products comply with the salient safety specifications to IEC, VDE, EN, UL
and CSA. If you have questions about the validity of the installation in the planned
environment, please contact your service representative.
CAUTION
Alterations to the devices are not permitted.
Failure to observe this requirement shall constitute a revocation of the radio equipment
approval, CE approval and manufacturer's warranty.
Repairs
Repairs may only be carried out by authorized qualified personnel.
WARNING
Unauthorized opening of and improper repairs to the device may result in substantial
damage to equipment or risk of personal injury to the user.
System expansion
Only install system expansion devices designed for this device. If you install other upgrades,
you may damage the system or violate the safety requirements and regulations for radio
frequency interference suppression. Contact your technical support team or your sales outlet
to find out which system upgrades are suitable for installation.
CAUTION
If you cause system defects by installing or exchanging system expansion devices, the
warranty becomes void.
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System overview
3.1
RFID systems
RFID systems from Siemens control and optimize material flow. They identify reliably,
quickly and economically, are insensitive to contamination and store data directly on the
product.
Identification
system
Frequency
Range,
max.
Memory,
max.
Data transfer
rate (typical) in
byte/s
Temperature,
max.
Special features
RF300
13.56 MHz
0.15 m
20 byte
EEPROM,
64 KB
FRAM
3750
Reader:
-25 °C to +70 °C
Transponder:
-40 °C to +85 °C
+220 °C cyclic
IQ-Sense interface
available;
integrated diagnostic
functions;
battery-free data
memory
MOBY D
13.56 MHz
0,8 m
112 byte
EEPROM
110
+ 85 °C or
+ 200 °C
SmartLabels based on
ISO 15693
e.g. Tag-it/I-Code
MOBY E
13.56 MHz
0,1 m
752 byte
EEPROM
350
+ 150 °C
Battery-free data
memory
MOBY I
1.81 MHz
0,15 m
32 KB
FRAM
1250
+ 85 °C or
+ 220 °C cyclic
Battery-free data
memory
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3.2 RF300
3.2
RF300
3.2.1
RF300 system overview
SIMATIC RF300 is an inductive identification system specially designed for use in industrial
production for the control and optimization of material flow.
Thanks to its compact dimensions, RF300 is the obvious choice where installation conditions
are restricted, especially for assembly lines, handling systems and workpiece carrier
systems. RF300 is suitable for both simple and demanding RFID applications and it stands
out for its persuasive price/performance ratio.
The RF300 offers a particularly low-cost solution concept for low-performance applications.
The high-performance components of RF300 provide advantages in terms of speed.
System
Components
RF300 for low-performance
applications
RF300 for high-performance applications
Communication
modules
8xIQ-Sense for ET 200M
(PROFIBUS) and for direct
connection to an S7-300
ASM 452,
ASM 456
ASM 473 (PROFIBUS)
ASM 475 (S7 300 / ET 200M)
RF170C
RF180C
Reader
RF310R with IQ-Sense interface
RF310R with RS422 interface
RF340R with RS422 interface
RF350R with RS422 interface
RF380R with RS232 or RS422 interface
Transponder
RF320T
RF340T
RF350T
RF360T
RF320T
RF340T
RF350T
RF360T
RF370T
RF380T
Overview of RF300 low-performance and high-performance components
RF300 is ready for multi-tag operation, but in this expansion stage, only the faster single-tag
operation is possible.
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3.2.2
Application areas of RF300
SIMATIC RF300 is primarily used for non-contact identification of containers, palettes and
workpiece holders in a closed production circuit. The data carriers (transponders) remain in
the production chain and are not supplied with the products. SIMATIC RF300, with its
compact transponder and reader enclosure dimensions, is particularly suitable in confined
spaces.
Main applications
â Mechanical engineering, automation systems, conveyor systems
â Ancillary assembly lines in the automotive industry, component suppliers
â Small assembly lines
Application examples
â Production lines for engines, gearboxes, axles, etc.
â Assembly lines for ABS systems, airbags, brake systems, doors, cockpits, etc.
â Assembly lines for household electrical appliances, consumer electronics and electronic
communication equipment
â Assembly lines for PCs, low-power motors, contactors, switches
Customer benefits
â Reading and writing of large data volumes within a short time enable reductions in
product cycle times and thus help to boost productivity
â Can be used in harsh environments thanks to rugged components with high degree of
protection
â Simple and low-cost system integration into SIMATIC S7 and PROFIBUS (TIA)
â Shorter startup times, and reductions in plant faults and downtimes thanks to integral
diagnostics functionalities
â Cost savings thanks to maintenance-free components
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RFID components and their function
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modules
A communication module (interface module) is used to integrate the RF identification system in
PLC/automation systems.
Readers
The reader (read/write device) ensures inductive communication, supplies power to the transponder,
and handles the connection to the various PLCs (e.g. SIMATIC S7) through the communication module
(e.g. ASM 475).
Transponder
The transponder (data memory) stores all data relevant to the production process and is used, for
example, instead of barcode.
Conventions
The RF310R, RF340R and RF380R readers are equipped with an integral antenna, whereas
the RF350R reader is operated over an external antenna. In this system manual, the term
"Reader" is used throughout even where it is actually referring to the antenna of the reader.
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3.2.4
Technical data
RFID system RF300
Type
Inductive identification system for industrial
applications
Transmission frequency data/energy
13.56 MHz
Memory capacity
20 bytes up to 64 KB user memory (r/w)
4 bytes fixed code as serial number (ro)
Memory type
EEPROM / FRAM
Write cycles
EEPROM: > 100 000
FRAM: Unlimited
Read cycles
Unlimited
Data management
Byte-oriented access
Data transfer rate Transponder-Reader
3 KB/s (approx.)
Write/read distance (system limit; depends on
reader and transponder)
up to 0.15 m
Operating temperature
Reader:
-25 °C to +70 °C
Transponder:
-40 °C to +85 °C
+220 °C cyclic
Degree of protection
Reader: IP 67 2)
Can be connected to
SIMATIC S7-300, Profibus DP V1,
Transponder: > IP 67
PC 1), non-Siemens PLC 1)
Special features
High noise immunity
Compact components
Extensive diagnostic options
A reader with IQ-Sense interface
Approvals
ETS 300 330 (Europe)
FCC Part 15 (USA), UL/CSA
CE
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2)
means of RS422 interface and 3964R protocol
Except RF350R: IP 65
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4.1
Fundamentals of application planning
4.1.1
Selection criteria for SIMATIC RF300 components
Assess your application according to the following criteria, in order to choose the right
SIMATIC RF300 components:
â Transmission distance (read/write distance)
â Tracking tolerances
â Static or dynamic data transfer
â Data volume to be transferred
â Speed in case of dynamic transfer
â Metal-free rooms for transponders and readers
â Ambient conditions such as relative humidity, temperature, chemical impacts, etc.
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4.1.2
Transmission window and read/write distance
The reader generates an inductive alternating field. The field is strongest near to the reader.
The strength of the field decreases in proportion to the distance from the reader. The
distribution of the field depends on the structure and geometry of the antennas in the reader
and transponder.
A prerequisite for the function of the transponder is a minimum field strength at the
transponder achieved at a distance Sg from the reader or the ANT1. The picture below
shows the transmission window between transponder and reader or ANT1:
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Length of a transmission window
SP
Intersection of the axes of symmetry of the transponder
The length Ld is valid for the calculation. At Sa,min , the field length increases from Ld to Lmax.
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Limit distance (maximum clear distance between upper surface of the reader and the transponder, at which the
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Length of a transmission window in the x direction
Ly
Length of a transmission window in the y direction
The length Lx is valid for the calculation. At Sa,min , the field length increases from Lx to Lmax.
The length Ly is valid for the calculation. At Sa,min , the field length increases from Ly to Ly max.
Field centerpoint
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Table 4-3
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Field centerpoint
The length LD is valid for the calculation. At Sa,min , the field length increases from LD to Lmax.
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:
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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.
4.1.4
Impact of secondary fields
Secondary fields in the range from 0 to 20 mm always exist.
They should only be applied during planning in exceptional cases, however, 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.
4.1.5
Permissible directions of motion of the transponder
Active 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, be placed at any position, and cross the transmission window. The figure
below shows the active area for various 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:
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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 a reader. The reader can exchange data with the transponder during this time.
The dwell time is calculated thus:
tv =
L â
0,8 [ m]
v [ m / s]
Tag
tV:
Dwell time of the transponder
L:
Length of the transmission window
vTag:
Speed of the transponder (tag) in dynamic mode
0,8:
Constant factor used to compensate for temperature impacts and production
tolerances
The dwell time can be of any duration in static mode. The dwell time must be sufficiently long
to allow communication with the transponder.
The dwell time is defined by the system environment in dynamic mode. The volume of data
to be transferred must be matched to the dwell time or vice versa. In general:
tv ⼠tK
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Dwell time of the data memory within the field of the reader
tK:
Communication time between transponder and communication module
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4.1.8
Communication between communication module, reader (with IQ-Sense interface)
and transponder
Communication between the communication module (IQ-Sense), RF310R reader and
transponder takes place in fixed telegram cycles. 3 cycles of approximately 3 ms are always
needed for the transfer of a read or write command. 1 or 2 bytes of user data can be
transferred with each of these commands. The acknowledgement transfer (status or read
data) takes place in 3 further cycles. The transponder must be present within the field of the
reader during the message frame cycle.
Calculation of the communication time for interference-free transfer
The communication time for fault-free data transfer is calculated as follows:
tK = K + tByte â
n
(n >1)
Calculation of the maximum amount of user data
The maximum amount of user data is calculated as follows:
tK
Communication time between communication module, RF310R IQ-Sense reader
and transponder
tV
Dwell time
Amount of user data in bytes
nmax
Max. amount of user data in bytes in dynamic mode
tByte
Transmission time for 1 byte
Constant (internal system time) This contains the time for power buildup on the
transponder and for command transfer
Time constants K and tByte
K (ms)
tByte (ms)
Command
15
15
Read (FRAM/EEPROM area)
15
15
Write (FRAM area)
30
30
Write (EEPROM area)
The table of time constants applies to every command. If a user command consists of
several subcommands, the above tK formula must be applied to each subcommand.
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4.1.9
Calculation example (IQ-Sense)
A transport system moves pallets with transponders at a maximum velocity of VTag= 0.14
m/s. The following RFID components were chosen:
â 8xIQ-Sense module
â Reader RF310R
â Transponder RF340T
Task specification
a) The designer of the plant is to be given mechanical specifications.
b) The programmer should be given the maximum number of words in dynamic mode.
Refer to the tables in the "Field data of transponders and readers" section for the technical
data.
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Minimum distance from reader to reader
Refer to the field data of the reader for this value.
Minimum distance from transponder to transponder
Refer to the field data of the transponder for this value.
Calculation of the maximum amount of user data in dynamic mode
Step
1.
Formula/calculation
Calculate dwell time of the
transponder
Refer to the "Field data of all transponders and readers" table for value L.
Value VTag = 0.14m/s
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â
tv = LvTag0,8 = 0,038 m 0,8= 0,217 s = 217 ms
0,14 m/s
2.
Calculate maximum user data (nmax) Take value tv from Step 1.
for reading
Take values K and t Byte from Table "Time constants K and t Byte".
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= 13.47 â n max. =13 byte
tByte
15 ms
Calculate maximum user data (nmax) Take value tv from Step 1.
for writing
Take values K and t Byte from Table "Time constants K and t Byte".
(FRAM area)
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=13.47 â n max. = 13 byte
15ms
tByte
Result
A maximum of 13 bytes can be read or written when passing the transponder.
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4.1.10
Communication between communication module, reader (with RS422 interface)
and transponder
Communication between the communication module, reader and transponder takes place
asynchronously through the RS422 interface. Depending on the communication module
(ASM) used, transmission rates of 19200 bytes, 57600 bytes or 115200 bytes can be
selected.
Calculation of the communication time for interference-free transfer
The communication time for fault-free data transfer is calculated as follows:
tK = K + tByte â
n
(n >1)
If the transmission is interrupted briefly due to external interference, the communication
module automatically continues the command.
Calculation of the maximum amount of user data
The maximum amount of user data is calculated as follows:
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tv:
Dwell time
n:
Amount of user data in bytes
nmax:
Max. amount of user data in bytes in dynamic mode
tbyte:
Transmission time for 1 byte
K:
Constant; the constant is an internal system time. This contains the time for power
buildup on the transponder and for command transfer
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Time constants K and tbyte
Transmission rate [baud]
K [ms]
tbyte [ms]
19200
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0,85
57600
14
0,38
115200
11
0,28
The values for K and tbyte include the overall time that is required for communication in static mode. It
is built up from several different times:
⢠Serial communication between communication module, reader and
⢠Processing time between reader and transponder and their internal processing time.
The values shown in the table must be used when calculating the maximum quantity of user data in
static mode. They are applicable for both reading and writing in the FRAM area. For writing in the
EEPROM area (max. 20 bytes), the byte time tByte is approx. 11 ms.
Transmission rate [baud]
Memory area
K [ms]
tbyte [ms]
Independent
FRAM
8,5
0,13
Independent
EEPROM
Write
8,5
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Read
8,5
0,13
In dynamic mode, the values for K and tbyte are independent of the transmission speed. The
communication time only includes the processing time between the reader and the transponder and
the internal system processing time of these components. The communication times between the
communication module and the reader do not have to be taken into account because the command
for reading or writing is already active when the transponder enters the transmission field of the
reader.
The values shown above must be used when calculating the maximum quantity of user data in
dynamic mode. They are applicable for both writing and reading.
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4.1.11
Calculation example (RS422)
A transport system moves pallets with transponders at a maximum velocity of VTag = 1.0 m/s
(dynamic mode). The following RFID components were selected:
â Communication module ASM 475
â RF310R reader with RS422 interface
â Transponder RF340T
Task
a) The designer of the plant is to be given mechanical specifications.
b) The programmer should be given the maximum number of bytes in dynamic mode.
Refer to the tables in the "Field data of transponders and readers" section for the technical
data.
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Minimum distance from reader to reader
Refer to the field data of the reader for this value.
Minimum distance from transponder to transponder
Refer to the field data of the transponder for this value.
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Calculation of the maximum amount of user data in dynamic mode
Step
1.
Formula/calculation
Calculate dwell time of the
transponder
Refer to the "Field data of all transponders and readers" table for value L.
Value VTag = 1,00 m/s
â
â
tv = LvTag0,8 = 0,038 m 0,8= 0,0304 s = 30,4 ms
1,0 m/s
2.
Calculate maximum user data (nmax) Take value tv from Step 1.
for reading or writing
Take values K and t Byte from Table "Time constants K and t Byte".
(FRAM area)
t v â K 30,4ms â 8,5ms
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A maximum of 168 bytes can be read or written when passing the transponder.
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4.2
Field data for transponders, readers and antennas
The following table shows the field data for all SIMATIC RF300 components of transponders
and readers. It facilitates the correct selection of a transponder and reader.
All the technical specifications listed are typical data and are applicable for an ambient
temperature of between 0 C and +50 °C, a supply voltage of between 22 V and 27 V DC and
a metal-free environment. Tolerances of Âą20 % are admissible due to production or
temperature conditions.
If the entire voltage range at the reader of 20 V DC to 30 V DC and/or the entire temperature
range of transponders and readers is used, the field data are subject to further tolerances.
Note
Transmission gaps
If the minimum operating distance (Sa) 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.
Field data of all transponders and readers without interference from metal
Table 4-5
Reader RF310R
RF320T
RF340T
RF350T
RF360T
30 mm
38 mm
45 mm
45 mm
2...10 mm
2...20 mm
5...22 mm
5...26 mm
16 mm
26 mm
30 mm
35 mm
RF370T
RF380T
RF310R
Length of the transmission
window (L)
Operating distance (Sa)
Limit distance (Sg)
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is basically possible, but is
not recommended because
the antenna geometries for
the reader and transponder
are not ideally matched.
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Table 4-6
Reader RF340R
RF320T
RF340T
RF350T
RF360T
RF370T
RF380T
RF340R
Length of the transmission 45 mm
window (Lx)
60 mm
60 mm
70 mm
75 mm
85 mm
Width of the transmission
window (Ly)
40 mm
45 mm
50 mm
60 mm
65 mm
75 mm
Operating distance (Sa)
2...20 mm
5...25 mm
5...35 mm
8...40 mm
Limit distance (Sg)
25 mm
35 mm
50 mm
60 mm
Table 4-7
15...36 mm
15...47 mm
52 mm
55 mm
RF350R reader / ANT 1
RF320T
RF340T
RF350T
RF360T
RF370T
RF380T
45 mm
60 mm
60 mm
70 mm
70 mm
88 mm
2...20 mm
5...25 mm
5...35 mm
8...40 mm
15...45 mm
15...53 mm
25 mm
35 mm
50 mm
60 mm
65 mm
65 mm
RF350R / ANT 1
Length of the transmission
window (L)
Operating distance (Sa)
Limit distance (Sg)
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RF350R / ANT 18
RF320T
RF340T
RF350T
10 mm
20 mm
2...8 mm
2...10 mm
10 mm
13 mm
RF320T
RF340T
RF350T
15 mm
25 mm
25 mm
2...11 mm
5...15 mm
5...16 mm
15 mm
20 mm
22 mm
RF360T
RF370T
RF380T
RF350R / ANT 18
Diameter of the
transmission window (Ld)
Operating distance (Sa)
Limit distance (Sg)
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RF350R / ANT 30
RF360T
RF370T
RF380T
RF350R / ANT 30
Diameter of the
transmission window (Ld)
Operating distance (Sa)
Limit distance (Sg)
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Table 4-10
RF380R
RF320T
RF340T
RF350T
RF360T
RF370T
RF380T
Length of the transmission
window (Lx)
100 mm
115 mm
120 mm
145 mm
135 mm
155 mm
Width of the transmission
window (Ly)
40 mm
50 mm
60 mm
72 mm
65 mm
75 mm
2...30 mm
20...70 mm
35...70 mm
40...120 mm
35...85 mm
25...85 mm
47 mm
90 mm
105 mm
140 mm
125 mm
125 mm
RF380R
Operating distance (Sa)
Limit distance (Sg)
â A maximum mean deviation of Âą2 mm is possible in static mode (without affecting the
field data)
â This is reduced by approx. 15 % if the transponder enters the transmission window
laterally (see also "Transmission window" figure)
Minimum distance from transponder to transponder
RF320T
RF340T
RF350T
RF360T
RF370T
RF380T
⼠100 mm
⼠100 mm
⼠200 mm
⼠300 mm
⼠400 mm
⼠500 mm
Minimum distance from reader to reader
RF310R to RF310R
RF340R to RF340R
RF350R to RF350R
RF380R to RF380R
⼠100 mm
⼠500 mm
⼠500 mm
⼠500 mm
Minimum distance from antenna to antenna
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ANT1
ANT18
ANT30
⼠800 mm
⼠125 mm
⼠200 mm
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NOTICE
Adherence to the values specified in the "Minimum distance from reader to reader" table is
essential. The inductive fields may be affected if the distance is smaller. In this case, the
data transfer time would increase unpredictably or a command would be aborted with an
error.
If the specified minimum distance cannot be complied with due to the physical configuration,
the SET-ANT command can be used to activate and deactivate the HF field of the reader.
The application software must be used to ensure that only one reader is active (antenna is
switched on) at a time.
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4.3 Relationship between the volume of data and the transponder speed
4.3
Relationship between the volume of data and the transponder speed
4.3.1
RF310R with IQ-Sense
The curves shown here show the relationship between the speed of the RF320T and
RF340T transponders and the volume of data transferred.
RF310R (IQ-Sense) with RF320T/RF340T
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Figure 4-8
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Relationship between speed and volume of data when using the RF310R (IQ-Sense)
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4.3 Relationship between the volume of data and the transponder speed
4.3.2
RF310R with RS422
The curves depicted here show the relationship between the speed of the RF320T, RF340T,
RF350T and RF360T transponders and the RF310R reader with RS422 interface and the
corresponding volume of data.
They should make it easier to preselect the transponders for dynamic use.
The following table is used to calculate the curves.
The indicated speeds are applicable for operation without presence check.
RF320T
RF340T
RF350T
RF360T
Length of the transmission window (L)
30 mm
38 mm
45 mm
45 mm
Operating distance (Sa)
10 mm
20 mm
22 mm
26 mm
RF310R with RF320T, RF340T, RF350T and RF360T (reading and writing EEPROM)
Y
Y
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Relationship between speed and volume of data (reading and writing EEPROM) when
using the RF310R (RS422) and RF320T
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4.3 Relationship between the volume of data and the transponder speed
RF310R with RF340T (FRAM)
Y
Y
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Figure 4-10
Relationship between speed and volume of data (reading/writing) when using the
RF310R (RS422) and RF340T
RF310R with RF350T/RF360T (FRAM)
Y
Y
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Figure 4-11
46
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Relationship between speed and volume of data (reading/writing) when using the
RF310R (RS422) and RF350T/RF360T
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4.3 Relationship between the volume of data and the transponder speed
4.3.3
RF340R and RF350R
The curves shown here show the relationship between the speed of the RF320T, RF340T,
RF350T, RF360T, RF370T and RF380T transponders and the RF340R/RF350R reader with
ANT1 and the corresponding volume of data.
They should make it easier to preselect the transponders for dynamic use.
The following table is used to calculate the curves.
The indicated speeds are applicable for operation without presence check.
RF320T
RF340T
RF350T
RF360T
RF370T
RF380T
Length of the transmission
window (L)
30 mm
38 mm
45 mm
45 mm
75 mm
68 mm
Operating distance (Sa)
10 mm
20 mm
22 mm
26 mm
22 mm
22 mm
RF340R/RF350R with ANT1 and RF320T (EEPROM)
Y
Y
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Figure 4-12
Relationship between speed and volume of data (reading/writing EEPROM) in dynamic
operation when using the RF340R/RF350R with ANT1 and RF320T
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4.3 Relationship between the volume of data and the transponder speed
RF340R/RF350R with ANT1 and RF340T/350T (EEPROM)
Y
Y
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Figure 4-13
Relationship between speed and volume of data (reading/writing EEPROM) in dynamic
operation when using the RF340R/RF350R with ANT1 and RF340T/350T
RF340R/RF350R with ANT1 and RF340T (FRAM)
Y
Y
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Figure 4-14
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Relationship between speed and volume of data (reading/writing FRAM) in dynamic
operation when using the RF340R/RF350R with ANT1 and RF340T
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4.3 Relationship between the volume of data and the transponder speed
RF340R/RF350R with ANT1 and RF350T (FRAM)
Y
Y
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Relationship between speed and volume of data (reading/writing FRAM) in dynamic
operation when using the RF340R/RF350R with ANT1 and RF350T
RF340R/RF350R with ANT1 and RF360T/370T/380T (EEPROM)
Y
Y
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Figure 4-16
Relationship between speed and volume of data (reading/writing EEPROM) in dynamic
operation when using the RF340R/RF350R with ANT1 and RF360T/370T/380T
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4.3 Relationship between the volume of data and the transponder speed
RF340R/RF350R with ANT1 and RF360T (FRAM)
Y
Y
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Figure 4-17
Relationship between speed and volume of data (reading/writing FRAM) in dynamic
operation when using the RF340R/RF350R with ANT1 and RF360T
RF340R/RF350R with ANT1 and RF370T (FRAM)
Y
Y
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Figure 4-18
50
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Relationship between speed and volume of data (reading/writing FRAM) in dynamic
operation when using the RF340R/RF350R with ANT1 and RF370T
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4.3 Relationship between the volume of data and the transponder speed
RF340R/RF350R with ANT1 and RF380T (FRAM)
Y
Y
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Relationship between speed and volume of data (reading/writing FRAM) in dynamic
operation when using the RF340R/RF350R with ANT1 and RF380T
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4.3 Relationship between the volume of data and the transponder speed
4.3.4
RF380R
The curves shown here show the relationship between the speed of the RF320T, RF340T,
RF350T, RF360T, RF370T and RF380T transponders and the RF380R reader and the
corresponding volume of data.
The following table is used to calculate the curves.
The indicated speeds are applicable for operation without presence check.
RF320T
RF340T
RF350T
RF360T
RF370T
RF380T
Length of the
transmission window (L)
30 mm
38 mm
45 mm
45 mm
70 mm
88 mm
Operating distance (Sa)
40 mm
40 mm
40 mm
60 mm
40 mm
40 mm
RF380R and RF320T/RF340T (EEPROM)
Y
Y
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Figure 4-20
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Relationship between speed and volume of data (reading/writing from EEPROM) in dynamic operation when
using the RF380R and RF320T/RF340T
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4.3 Relationship between the volume of data and the transponder speed
RF380R and RF340T (FRAM)
Y
Y
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Relationship between speed and volume of data (reading/writing FRAM) in dynamic
operation when using the RF380R and RF340T
RF380R and RF350T/RF360T (EEPROM)
Y
Y
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Figure 4-22
Relationship between speed and volume of data (reading/writing EEPROM) in dynamic
operation when using the RF380R and RF350T/RF360T
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4.3 Relationship between the volume of data and the transponder speed
RF380R and RF350T (FRAM)
Y
Y
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Figure 4-23
Relationship between speed and volume of data (reading/writing FRAM) in dynamic
operation when using the RF380R and RF350T
RF380R and RF360T (FRAM)
Y
Y
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Figure 4-24
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Relationship between speed and volume of data (reading/writing FRAM) in dynamic
operation when using the RF380R and RF360T
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RF380R and RF370T/RF380T (EEPROM)
Y
Y
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Figure 4-25
Relationship between speed and volume of data (reading/writing from EEPROM) in
dynamic operation when using the RF380R and RF370T/RF380T
RF380R and RF370T (FRAM)
Y
Y
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Figure 4-26
Relationship between speed and volume of data (reading/writing FRAM) in dynamic
operation when using the RF380R and RF370T
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4.3 Relationship between the volume of data and the transponder speed
RF380R and RF380T (FRAM)
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Figure 4-27
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Relationship between speed and volume of data (reading/writing FRAM, not present) in
dynamic operation when using the RF380R and RF380T
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4.4
Installation guidelines
4.4.1
Overview
The transponder and reader complete with their antennas are inductive devices. Any type of
metal, in particular iron and ferromagnetic materials, in the vicinity of these devices will affect
their operation. Some points need to be considered during planning and installation if the
values described in the "Field data" section are to retain their validity:
â Minimum spacing between two readers or their antennas
â Minimum distance between two adjacent data memories
â Metal-free area for flush-mounting of readers or their antennas and transponders in metal
â Mounting of multiple readers or their antennas on metal frames or racks
The following sections describe the impact on the operation of the identification system when
mounted in the vicinity of metal.
4.4.2
Reduction of interference due to metal
Interference due to metal rack
0HWDOUDFN
Problem
1RQPHWDOOLFVSDFHU
A metal rack is located above the
transmission window of the reader.
This affects the entire field. In
particular, the transmission window
between reader and transponder is
reduced.
6KHHW
7UDQVSRQGHU
6D
5HDGHUV
0HWDO
Remedy:
7UDQVSRQGHU
The transmission window is no
longer affected if the transponder is
mounted differently.
5HDGHU
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Flush-mounting
Flush-mounting of transponders and readers
Problem
1RQPHWDOOLFVSDFHU
Flush-mounting of transponders and
readers is possible in principle.
However, the size of the
transmission window is significantly
reduced. The following measures
can be used to counteract the
reduction of the window:
6KHHW
0HWDO
5HDGHUV
0HWDO
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.
[!PP
PP
5HDGHU
(The value x ⼠100 mm is valid, e.g.
for RF310R. It indicates that, for a
distance x ⼠100 mm, the reader
can no longer be significantly
affected by metal.)
Remedy:
Increase the non-metallic distance
a, b.
5HDGHU
The following rule of thumb can be
used:
⢠Increase a, b by a factor of 2 to 3
over the values specified for
metal-free areas
⢠Increasing a, b has a greater
effect for readers or
transponders with a large limit
distance than for readers or
transponders with a small limit
distance.
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.
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Mounting of several readers on metal racks
Problem: Interaction between readers
Remedy
Increase the distance D between the two readers.
5HDGHU
5HDGHU
Remedy
Introduce one or more iron struts in order to shortcircuit the stray fields.
5HDGHU
5HDGHU
Remedy
1RQPHWDOOLF
VSDFHU
5HDGHU
4.4.3
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:
5HDGHU
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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4.4.4
Impact on the transmission window by metal
In general, the following points should be considered when mounting RFID components:
â Direct mounting on metal is allowed only in the case of specially approved transponders.
â Flush-mounting of the components in metal reduces the field data; a test is
recommended in critical applications.
â When working inside the transmission window, it should be ensured that no metal rail (or
similar part) intersects the transmission field.
The metal rail would affect the field data.
The impact of metal on the field data (Sg, Sa, L, B) is shown in tabular format in this section.
The values in the table describe the reduction of the field data in % with reference to nonmetal (100 % means no impact).
Reduction of field data: Transponder and RF310R reader
Table 4-11
Reduction of field data by metal (in %): Transponder and RF310R
Reader RF310R
Transponder
Without metal
on metal
flush-mounted
in metal
(20 mm surround)
Without metal
100
95
80
On metal; distance 20 mm
100
80
70
80
70
60
Without metal
100
95
80
on metal
80
80
80
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
70
70
70
Without metal
100
95
85
on metal
70
65
65
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
60
60
60
RF320T
Flush-mounted in metal; distance
all-round 20 mm
RF340T
RF350T
RF360T
60
Without metal
100
95
85
On metal; distance 20 mm
100
95
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
60
60
60
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Table 4-12
Reduction of field data by metal (in %): Transponder and RF340R
Reader RF340R
Transponder
Without metal
on metal
flush-mounted
in metal
(20 mm surround)
Without metal
100
95
80
On metal; distance 20 mm
100
90
75
Flush-mounted in metal; distance
all-round 20 mm
80
70
60
Without metal
100
95
85
on metal
80
80
70
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
70
70
70
Without metal
100
95
80
on metal
70
65
65
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
60
60
60
RF320T
RF340T
RF350T
RF360T
Without metal
100
95
85
On metal; distance 20 mm
90
90
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
70
60
60
Without metal
100
98
96
on metal
100
97
94
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
90
88
86
Without metal
100
86
76
(all-round 40 mm)
on metal
100
86
76
(all-round 40 mm)
Flush-mounted in metal; distance
all-round 40 mm
83
71
55
(all-round 40 mm)
RF370T
RF380T
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Reduction of field data: Transponder and RF350R reader with ANT1
Table 4-13
Reduction of field data by metal (in %): Transponder and RF350R with ANT1
Mounting the antenna
Transponder
Without metal
on metal
flush-mounted
in metal
(20 mm surround)
Without metal
100
95
80
On metal; distance 20 mm
100
90
75
Flush-mounted in metal; distance
all-round 20 mm
80
70
60
Without metal
100
95
85
on metal
80
80
70
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
70
70
70
Without metal
100
95
80
on metal
70
65
65
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
60
60
60
RF320T
RF340T
RF350T
RF360T
Without metal
100
95
85
On metal; distance 20 mm
90
90
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
70
60
60
Without metal
100
86
73
on metal
100
83
69
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
90
74
61
Without metal
100
83
73
(all-round 40 mm)
on metal
100
83
73
(all-round 40 mm)
Flush-mounted in metal; distance
all-round 40 mm
80
68
53
(all-round 40 mm)
RF370T
RF380T
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Reduction of field data: Transponder and RF350R reader with ANT18
Table 4-14
Reduction of field data by metal (in %): Transponder and RF350R with ANT18
Mounting the antenna
Transponder
Without metal
flush-mounted
in metal
(10 mm surround;
10 mm deep)
RF320T
Without metal
100
100
On metal; distance 20 mm
100
100
80
80
Without metal
100
100
on metal
80
80
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
70
70
Flush-mounted in metal; distance all-round
20 mm
RF340T
RF350T
Without metal
on metal
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
combination not permitted
RF360T
Without metal
On metal; distance 20 mm
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
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Reduction of field data: Transponder and RF350R reader with ANT30
Table 4-15
Reduction of field data by metal (in %): Transponder and RF350R with ANT30
Mounting the antenna
Transponder
Without metal
flush-mounted
in metal
(20 mm surround;
20 mm deep)
RF320T
Without metal
100
80
On metal; distance 20 mm
100
80
Flush-mounted in metal; distance all-round
20 mm
100
80
Without metal
100
80
on metal
80
65
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
70
60
Without metal
100
80
on metal
70
60
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
65
55
RF340T
RF350T
RF360T
Without metal
On metal; distance 20 mm
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
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Reduction of field data: Transponder and RF380R reader
Table 4-16
Reduction of field data by metal (in %): Transponder and RF380R
RF380R reader
Transponder
Without metal
on metal
flush-mounted
in metal
(20 mm surround)
RF320T
Without metal
100
90
50
On metal; distance 20 mm
85
80
30
Flush-mounted in metal; distance
all-round 20 mm
35
30
20
Without metal
100
95
60
on metal
93
90
52
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
83
80
45
Without metal
100
95
63
on metal
85
70
57
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
70
60
46
Without metal
100
98
60
On metal; distance 20 mm
85
75
70
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
55
50
60
Without metal
100
100
92
on metal
90
90
75
Flush-mounted in metal;
distance all-round 20 mm
70
65
60
Without metal
100
93
55
on metal
80
75
50
Flush-mounted in metal; distance
all-round 40 mm
75
65
40
RF340T
RF350T
RF360T
RF370T
RF380T
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4.5 Chemical resistance of the transponders
4.5
Chemical resistance of the transponders
The following table provides an overview of the chemical resistance of the data memories
made of glass-fiber-reinforced epoxy resin. It must be emphasized that the plastic enclosure
is extremely resistant to chemicals in automobiles (e.g.: oil, grease, diesel fuel, gasoline)
which are not listed separately.
Transponders RF320T, RF360T
Transponder RF 320T is resistant to the substances specified in the following table.
Concentration
Allylchloride
Formic acid
40 °C
50 %
ￎￎￎￎ
100 %
ￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
Ammonia liquid, water-free
ďż
10 %
Ethyl acrylate
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
Ethyl glycol
ￎￎￎￎ
Gasoline, aroma-free
ￎￎￎￎ
Gasoline, containing benzol
ￎￎￎￎ
Benzoate (Naâ, Ca.a.)
ￎￎￎￎ
Benzoic acid
ￎￎￎￎ
Benzole
ￎￎￎￎ
Benzenesulphonic acid
ￎￎￎￎ
Benzyl chloride
ďż
Borax
ￎￎￎￎ
Boric acid
ￎￎￎￎ
Bromine, liquid
ďż
Bromine, gas, dry
ďż
Bromide (Kâ, Na.a.)
Bromoform
ￎￎￎￎ
100 %
Bromine water
ￎￎￎￎ
ďż
Butadiene (1,3â)
ￎￎￎￎ
Butane gas
ￎￎￎￎ
Butanol
Butyric acid
ďż
100 %
ￎￎ
Carbonate (ammonium,
Na.a.)
ￎￎￎￎ
Chlorine, liquid
Chlorine, gas, dry
ďż
100 %
Chlorobenzene
ďż
ￎￎￎￎ
Chloride (ammonium, Na.a.)
ￎￎￎￎ
Chloroform
ďż
Chlorophyl
Chlorosulphonic acid
66
60 °C
ￎￎￎￎ
Ammonia gas
Ammonium hydroxide
20 °C
ￎￎￎￎ
100 %
ďż
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Concentration
Chlorine water (saturated
solution)
20 °C
40 °C
ￎￎ
Chromate (Kâ, Na.a.)
Up to 50 %
Chromic acid
Up to 30 %
Chromosulphuric acid
ￎￎￎￎ
ďż
ďż
Citric acid
ￎￎￎￎ
Cyanamide
ￎￎￎￎ
Cyanide (Kâ, Na.a.)
ￎￎￎￎ
Dextrin, w.
ￎￎￎￎ
Diethyl ether
ￎￎￎￎ
Diethylene glycol
ￎￎￎￎ
Dimethyl ether
ￎￎￎￎ
Dioxane
ďż
Developer
Acetic acid
60 °C
ￎￎￎￎ
100 %
ￎￎ
Ethanol
ￎￎￎￎ
Fixer
ￎￎￎￎ
Fluoride (ammonium, Kâ,
Na.a.)
ￎￎￎￎ
Hydrofluoric acid
Up to 40 %
ￎￎￎￎ
Formaldehyde
50 %
ￎￎￎￎ
Formamide
100 %
Glucon acid
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
Glycerine
ￎￎￎￎ
Glycol
ￎￎￎￎ
Urine
ￎￎￎￎ
Uric acid
ￎￎￎￎ
Hydroxide (ammonium)
10 %
ￎￎￎￎ
Hydroxide (Naâ, Kâ)
40 %
ￎￎￎￎ
Hydroxide (alkaline earth
metal)
ￎￎￎￎ
Hypochlorite (Kâ, Na.a.)
ￎￎￎￎ
Iodide (Kâ, Na.a.)
ￎￎￎￎ
Silicic acid
ￎￎￎￎ
Cresol
Up to 90 %
Methanol
100 %
Methylene chloride
Lactic acid
ďż
ￎￎￎￎ
ďż
100 %
ￎￎ
Mineral oils
ￎￎￎￎ
Nitrate (ammonium, K.a.)
ￎￎￎￎ
Nitroglycerine
ďż
Oxalic acid
Phenol
Phosphate (ammonium,
Na.a.)
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Concentration
Phosphoric acid
20 °C
50 %
85 %
Propanol
40 °C
60 °C
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
Nitric acid
25 %
ďż
Hydrochloric acid
10 %
ďż
100 %
ￎￎ
Brine
ďż
Sulphur dioxide
Carbon disulfide 100 %
Sulphuric acid
ďż
40 %
Sulphurous acid
ďż
ￎￎ
Soap solution
ￎￎￎￎ
Sulfate (ammonium, Na.a.)
ￎￎￎￎ
Sulfite (ammonium, Na.a.)
ďż
Tar, aroma-free
ￎￎￎￎ
Turpentine
ￎￎￎￎ
Trichloroethylene
Hydrogen peroxide
Tartaric acid
ďż
30 %
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
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Resistant
ￎￎￎ
Virtually resistant
ￎￎ
Partially resistant
ￎ
Less resistant
ďż
Not resistant
w.
Aqueous solution
k. g.
Cold saturated
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Transponders RF340T, RF350T, 370T
The following table gives an overview of the chemical composition of the data memories
made from polyamide 12. The plastic housing has a notably high resistance to chemicals
used in automobiles (e.g.: oil, grease, diesel fuel, gasoline) which are not listed separately.
Battery acid
Concentration
20 °C
60 °C
30
ￎￎ
ďż
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
conc.
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
Ammonia gas
Ammonia, w.
10
Benzol
Bleach solution (12.5% effective chlorine)
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎ
ￎￎ
ďż
Butane, gas, liquid
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
Butyl acetate (acetic acid butyl ester)
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
n(n)
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎ
Calcium chloride, w.
Calcium nitrate, w.
k. g.
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎ
Chlorine
ďż
ďż
Chrome baths, tech.
ďż
ďż
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
Iron salts, w.
k. g.
Acetic acid, w.
50
ďż
ďż
Ethyl alcohol, w., undenaturated
96
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎ
50
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
Formaldehyde, w.
30
ￎￎￎ
ďż
10
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎ
Formalin
ￎￎￎ
ďż
Glycerine
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
Isopropanol
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎ
ďż
Potassium hydroxide, w.
50
Lysol
Magnesium salts, w.
k. g.
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
Methyl alcohol, w.
50
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
Lactic acid, w.
50
ￎￎ
ďż
10
ￎￎￎ
ￎￎ
Sodium carbonate, w. (soda)
k. g.
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
Sodium chloride, w.
k. g.
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
k. g.
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎ
ￎￎ
ￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎ
ďż
Sodium hydroxide
Nickel salts, w.
Nitrobenzol
Phosphoric acid
10
Propane
Mercury
Nitric acid
Hydrochloric acid
Sulphur dioxide
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Concentration
Sulphuric acid
Hydrogen sulphide
20 °C
60 °C
25
ￎￎ
ďż
10
ￎￎￎ
ďż
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
Carbon tetrachloride
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
Toluene
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎ
Detergent
Low
High
Plasticizer
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
ￎￎￎￎ
Abbreviations
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Resistant
ￎￎￎ
Virtually resistant
ￎￎ
Partially resistant
ￎ
Less resistant
ďż
Not resistant
w.
Aqueous solution
k. g.
Cold saturated
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Transponder RF380T
The housing of the heat-resistant data storage unit is made of polyphenylene sulfide (PPS).
The chemical resistance of the data storage unit is excellent. No solvent is known that can
dissolve the plastic at temperatures below 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 excellent resistance to all fuel types including methanol is a particular
characteristic. The following table provides an overview of the chemicals investigated.
Substance
Test conditions
Evaluation
Time[days]
Temperature[°C]
Acetone
180
55
n-Butanol (butyl alcohol)
180
80
Butanon-2 (methyl ethyl
ketone)
180
60
n-butyl acetate
180
80
Brake fluid
40
80
Calcium chloride (saturated)
40
80
Diesel fuel
180
80
Diethyl ether
40
23
Frigen 113
40
23
Anti-freeze
180
120
Kerosine
40
60
Methanol
180
60
Engine oil
40
80
Sodium chloride (saturated)
40
80
Sodium hydroxide (30%)
180
80
Sodium hypochlorite (5%)
30
80
180
80
â
Caustic soda (30%)
40
93
Nitric acid (10%)
40
23
Hydrochloric acid (10%)
40
80
â
Sulphuric acid (10%)
40
23
(10%)
40
(30%)
40
Tested fuels:
40
80
(FAM-DIN 51 604-A)
180
80
180
80
180
80
180
75
180
80
40
80
Toluene
1, 1, 1-trichloroethane
Xylene
Zinc chloride (saturated)
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Test conditions
Assessment:
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Resistant, weight gain < 3 % or weight loss < 0.5 % and/or reduction in fracture resistance < 15
Partially resistant, weight gain 3 to 8 % or weight loss 0.5 to 3 % and/or reduction in fracture
resistance 15 to 30 %
â
Not resistant, weight gain > 8 % or weight loss > 3 % and/or reduction in fracture resistance
> 30 %
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4.6
EMC Directives
4.6.1
Overview
These EMC Guidelines answer the following questions:
â Why are EMC guidelines necessary?
â What types of external interference have an impact on the system?
â How can interference be prevented?
â How can interference be eliminated?
â Which standards relate to EMC?
â Examples of interference-free plant design
The description is intended for "qualified personnel":
â Project engineers and planners who plan system configurations with RFID modules and
have to observe the necessary guidelines.
â Fitters and service engineers who install the connecting cables in accordance with this
description or who rectify defects in this area in the event of interference.
NOTICE
Failure to observe notices drawn to the reader's attention can result in dangerous
conditions in the plant or the destruction of individual components or the entire plant.
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4.6.2
What does EMC mean?
The increasing use of electrical and electronic devices is accompanied by:
â Higher component density
â More switched power electronics
â Increasing switching rates
â Lower power consumption of components due to steeper switching edges
The higher the degree of automation, the greater the risk of interaction between devices.
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) is the ability of an electrical or electronic device to
operate satisfactorily in an electromagnetic environment without affecting or interfering with
the environment over and above certain limits.
EMC can be broken down into three different areas:
â Intrinsic immunity to interference:
immunity to internal electrical disturbance
â Immunity to external interference:
immunity to external electromagnetic disturbance
â Degree of interference emission:
emission of interference and its effect on the electrical environment
All three areas are considered when testing an electrical device.
The RFID modules are tested for conformity with the limit values required by the CE and
RTTE guidelines. Since the RFID modules are merely components of an overall system, and
sources of interference can arise as a result of combining different components, certain
guidelines have to be followed when setting up a plant.
EMC measures usually consist of a complete package of measures, all of which need to be
implemented in order to ensure that the plant is immune to interference.
Note
The plant manufacturer is responsible for the observance of the EMC guidelines; the plant
operator is responsible for radio interference suppression in the overall plant.
All measures taken when setting up the plant prevent expensive retrospective modifications
and interference suppression measures.
The plant operator must comply with the locally applicable laws and regulations. They are
not covered in this document.
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4.6.3
Basic rules
It is often sufficient to follow a few elementary rules in order to ensure electromagnetic
compatiblity (EMC).
The following rules must be observed:
Shielding by enclosure
â Protect the device against external interference by installing it in a cabinet or housing.
The housing or enclosure must be connected to the chassis ground.
â Use metal plates to shield against electromagnetic fields generated by inductances.
â Use metal connector housings to shield data conductors.
Wide-area ground connection
â Bond all passive metal parts to chassis ground, ensuring large-area and low-HFimpedance contact.
â Establish a large-area connection between the passive metal parts and the central
grounding point.
â Don't forget to include the shielding bus in the chassis ground system. That means the
actual shielding busbars must be connected to ground by large-area contact.
â Aluminium parts are not suitable for ground connections.
Plan the cable installation
â Break the cabling down into cable groups and install these separately.
â Always route power cables, signal cables and HF cables through separated ducts or in
separate bundles.
â Feed the cabling into the cabinet from one side only and, if possible, on one level only.
â Route the signal cables as close as possible to chassis surfaces.
â Twist the feed and return conductors of separately installed cables.
â Routing HF cables:
avoid parallel routing of HF cables.
â Do not route cables through the antenna field.
Shielding for the cables
â Shield the data cables and connect the shield at both ends.
â Shield the analog cables and connect the shield at one end, e.g. on the drive unit.
â Always apply large-area connections between the cable shields and the shielding bus at
the cabinet inlet and make the contact with clamps.
â Feed the connected shield through to the module without interruption.
â Use braided shields, not foil shields.
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Line and signal filter
â Use only line filters with metal housings
â Connect the filter housing to the cabinet chassis using a large-area low-HF-impedance
connection.
â Never fix the filter housing to a painted surface.
â Fix the filter at the control cabinet inlet or in the direction of the source.
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4.6.4
Propagation of electromagnetic interference
Three components have to be present for interference to occur in a system:
â Interference source
â Coupling path
â Interference sink
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If one of the components is missing, e.g. the coupling path between the interference source
and the interference sink, the interference sink is unaffected, even if the interference source
is transmitting a high level of noise.
The EMC measures are applied to all three components, in order to prevent malfunctions
due to interference. When setting up a plant, the manufacturer must take all possible
measures in order to prevent the occurrence of interference sources:
â Only devices fulfilling limit class A of VDE 0871 may be used in a plant.
â Interference suppression measures must be introduced on all interference-emitting
devices. This includes all coils and windings.
â The design of the system must be such that mutual interference between individual
components is precluded or kept as small as possible.
Information and tips for plant design are given in the following sections.
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Interference sources
In order to achieve a high level of electromagnetic compatibility and thus a very low level of
disturbance in a plant, it is necessary to recognize the most frequent interference sources.
These must then be eliminated by appropriate measures.
Table 4-17
Interference sources: origin and effect
Interference source
Interference results from
Effect on the interference sink
Contactors,
electronic valves
Contacts
System disturbances
Coils
Magnetic field
Electrical motor
Collector
Electrical field
Winding
Magnetic field
Electric welding device
Contacts
Electrical field
Transformer
Magnetic field, system disturbance,
transient currents
Power supply unit, switchedmode
Circuit
Electrical and magnetic field, system
disturbance
High-frequency appliances
Circuit
Electromagnetic field
Transmitter
(e.g. service radio)
Antenna
Electromagnetic field
Ground or reference potential Voltage difference
difference
Transient currents
Operator
Static charge
Electrical discharge currents, electrical
field
Power cable
Current flow
Electrical and magnetic field, system
disturbance
High-voltage cable
Voltage difference
Electrical field
Cause
Remedy
What interference can affect RFID?
Interference source
Switched-mode power supply Interference emitted from the
current infeed
Replace the power supply
Interference injected through
the cables connected in
series
Cable is inadequately
shielded
Better cable shielding
The reader is not connected
to ground.
Ground the reader
HF interference over the
antennas
caused by another reader
â˘
â˘
â˘
Position the antennas further
apart.
Erect suitable damping materials
between the antennas.
Reduce the power of the readers.
Please follow the instructions in the
section Installation guidelines/reducing
the effects of metal
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Coupling paths
A coupling path has to be present before the disturbance emitted by the interference source
can affect the system. There are four ways in which interference can be coupled in:
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When RFID modules are used, different components in the overall system can act as a
coupling path:
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Causes of coupling paths
Coupling path
Invoked by
Conductors and cables
â˘
â˘
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Incorrect or inappropriate installation
Missing or incorrectly connected shield
Inappropriate physical arrangement of cables
Control cabinet or housing
â˘
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Missing or incorrectly wired equalizing conductor
Missing or incorrect earthing
Inappropriate physical arrangement
Components not mounted securely
Unfavorable cabinet configuration
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4.6.5
Cabinet configuration
The influence of the user in the configuration of an electromagnetically compatible plant
encompasses cabinet configuration, cable installation, ground connections and correct
shielding of cables.
Note
For information about electromagnetically compatible cabinet configuration, please consult
the installation guidelines for SIMATIC PLCs.
Shielding by enclosure
Magnetic and electrical fields and electromagnetic waves can be kept away from the
interference sink by using a metal enclosure. The easier the induced interference current can
flow, the greater the intrinsic weakening of the interference field. All enclosures and metal
panels in the cabinet should therefore be connected in a manner allowing good
conductance.
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Shielding by enclosure
If the control cabinet panels are insulated from each other, a high-frequency-conducting
connection can be established using ribbon cables and high-frequency terminals or HF
conducting paste. The larger the area of the connection, the greater the high-frequency
conductivity. This is not possible using single-wire connections.
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Prevention of interference by optimum configuration
Good interference suppression can be achieved by installing SIMATIC PLCs on conducting
mounting plates (unpainted). When setting up the control cabinet, interference can be
prevented easily by observing certain guidelines. Power components (transformers, drive
units, load power supply units) should be arranged separately from the control components
(relay control unit, SIMATIC S7).
As a rule:
â The effect of the interference decreases as the distance between the interference source
and interference sink increases.
â The interference can be further decreased by installing grounded shielding plates.
â The load connections and power cables should be installed separately from the signal
cables with a minimum clearance of 10 cm.
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Filtering of the supply voltage
External interference from the mains can be prevented by installing line filters. Correct
installation is extremely important, in addition to appropriate dimensioning. It is essential that
the line filter is mounted directly at the cabinet inlet. As a result, interference is filtered
promptly at the inlet, and is not conducted through the cabinet.
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4.6.6
Prevention of interference sources
A high level of immunity to interference can be achieved by avoiding interference sources.
All switched inductances are frequent sources of interference in plants.
Suppression of inductance
Relays, contactors, etc. generate interference voltages and must therefore be suppressed
using one of the circuits below.
Even with small relays, interference voltages of up to 800 V occur on 24 V coils, and
interference voltages of several kV occur on 230 V coils when the coil is switched. The use
of freewheeling diodes or RC circuits prevents interference voltages and thus stray
interference on conductors installed parallel to the coil conductor.
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Note
All coils in the cabinet should be suppressed. The valves and motor brakes are frequently
forgotten. Fluorescent lamps in the control cabinet should be tested in particular.
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4.6.7
Equipotential bonding
Potential differences between different parts of a plant can arise due to the different design
of the plant components and different voltage levels. If the plant components are connected
across signal cables, transient currents flow across the signal cables. These transient
currents can corrupt the signals.
Proper equipotential bonding is thus essential.
â The equipotential bonding conductor must have a sufficiently large cross section (at least
10 mm2).
â The distance between the signal cable and the associated equipotential bonding
conductor must be as small as possible (antenna effect).
â A fine-strand conductor must be used (better high-frequency conductivity).
â When connecting the equipotential bonding conductors to the centralized equipotential
bonding strip (EBS), the power components and non-power components must be
combined.
â The equipotential bonding conductors of the separate modules must lead directly to the
equipotential bonding strip.
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The better the equipotential bonding in a plant, the smaller the chance of interference due to
fluctuations in potential.
Equipotential bonding should not be confused with protective earthing of a plant. Protective
earthing prevents the occurrence of excessive shock voltages in the event of equipment
faults whereas equipotential bonding prevents the occurrence of differences in potential.
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4.6.8
Cable shielding
Signal cables must be shielded in order to prevent coupling of interference.
The best shielding is achieved by installing the cables in steel tubes. However, this is only
necessary if the signal cable is routed through an environment prone to particular
interference. It is usually adequate to use cables with braided shields. In either case,
however, correct connection is vital for effective shielding.
Note
An unconnected or incorrectly connected shield has no shielding effect.
As a rule:
â For analog signal cables, the shield should be connected at one end on the receiver side
â For digital signals, the shield should be connected to the enclosure at both ends
â Since interference signals are frequently within the HF range (> 10 kHz), a large-area HFproof shield contact is necessary
Figure 4-35
Cable shielding
The shielding bus should be connected to the control cabinet enclosure in a manner allowing
good conductance (large-area contact) and must be situated as close as possible to the
cable inlet. The cable insulation must be removed and the cable clamped to the shielding
bus (high-frequency clamp) or secured using cable ties. Care should be taken to ensure that
the connection allows good conductance.
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The shielding bus must be connected to the PE busbar.
If shielded cables have to be interrupted, the shield must be continued via the corresponding
connector housing. Only suitable connectors may be used for this purpose.
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5XEEHUVOHHYH
Figure 4-37
Interruption of shielded cables
If intermediate connectors, which do not have a suitable shield connection, are used, the
shield must be continued by fixing cable clamps at the point of interruption. This ensures a
large-area, HF-conducting contact.
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Readers
5.1
Overview
The reader ensures inductive communication with the transponders, and handles the serial
connection to the communication modules/interface modules and 8xIQ-Sense module.
Communication between the transponder and reader takes place over inductive alternating
fields.
The transmittable data volume between reader and transponder depends on:
â the speed at which the transponder moves through the transmission window of the
reader.
â the length of the transmission window.
â the transponder type (FRAM, EEPROM).
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5.2
RF310R with IQ-Sense interface
5.2.1
Features
Reader RF310R
Features
Structure
â IQ-Sense interface
Application
Identification tasks on small
assembly lines in harsh industrial
environments
Read/write distance to transponder
max. 30 mm
Data transmission rate
â˘
â˘
⥠Status display
5.2.2
Read: approx. 50 byte/s
Write: approx. 40 byte/s
Pin assignment of RF310R IQ-Sense interface
Table 5-1
Pin assignment of RF310R with IQ-Sense interface
Pin
Pin, device end, 4-pin M12
Assignment
IQ-Sense
Not assigned
IQ-Sense
Not connected
5.2.3
88
Display elements of the RF310R reader with IQ-Sense interface
Color
Meaning
Green
Operating voltage available
yellow
Transponder present
Red
Error occurred (see FC35 documentation, Section "Error messages and
troubleshooting", Subsection "Error messages, error_MOBY")
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5.2.4
Ensuring reliable data exchange
The "center point" of the transponder must be situated within the transmission window.
5.2.5
Metal-free area
The RF310R can be flush-mounted in metal. Please allow for a possible reduction in the field
data values.
6,0$7,&
5)5
Figure 5-1
Metal-free area for RF310R
To avoid any impact on the field data, the distance a should be ⼠20 mm.
5.2.6
Minimum distance between RF310R readers
6,0$7,&
5)5
'
0LQLPXPGLVWDQFHEHWZHHQ5)5DQG5)5
' ุPP
'
6,0$7,&
5)5
Figure 5-2
6,0$7,&
5)5
Minimum distance between RF310R readers
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5.2.7
Technical data for RF310R reader with IQ-Sense interface
Table 5-2
90
Technical specifications for RF310R reader with IQ-Sense interface
Inductive interface to the transponder
Transmission frequency for power/data
13.56 MHz
Interface to SIMATIC S7-300
Required master module
RFID channels (RF310R)
Mixed operation with other profiles
IQ-Sense, 2-wire non-polarized
8-IQ-Sense (6ES7 338-7XF00-0AB0)
max. 2 per master module,
max. 4 Opto-BEROs, 1x SIMATIC RF310R
Cable length between reader and communication
module
Max. 50 m (unshielded cable)
Read/write distances of reader
See RF310R field data
Minimum distance between two RF310R readers
⼠100 mm
Data transfer rate for read/write device
Reading
Writing
Approx. 50 byte/s
Approx. 40 byte/s
Passing speed
Reading
Writing
Approx. 0.8 m/s (2 bytes)
Approx. 0.8 m/s (2 bytes)
Function
Read, write, initialize transponder
Multi-tag
no
Power supply
via IQ-Sense master module 24 V DC
Display elements
2-color LED (operating voltage,
presence, error)
Plug connector
M12 (4-pin)
Enclosure
Dimensions (in mm)
Color
Material
55 x 75 x 30 (without M12 enclosure connector)
Anthracite
Plastic PA 12
Fixing
4 x M5 screws
Ambient temperature
during operations
during transport and storage
-25°C to +70°C
-40°C to +85°C
Degree of protection to EN 60529
IP67
Shock to EN 60 721-3-7 Class 7 M2
Vibration to EN 60 721-3-7 Class 7 M2
50 g
20 g
Weight
Approx. 200 g
MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) in years
153,5
Approvals
Radio to R&TTE guidelines EN 300 330,
EN 301 489, CE, FCC, UL/CSA
Current consumption
typ. 40 mA
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5.2.8
FCC information
Siemens SIMATIC RF300 with IQ-Sense interface
FCC ID: NXW-RF310R-IQ
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.
(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.
5.2.9
Ordering data of RF310R with IQ-Sense interface
RF310R
Order No.
With IQ-Sense interface
IP67, -25 to +70 °C, 71 x 75 x 30 (L x W x H in mm), with integrated
antenna, max. limit distance: 30 mm (depending on transponder)
6GT2801-0AA00
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Dimension drawing
5.2.10
Figure 5-3
6,0$7,&
5)5
Dimension drawing for RF310R
Dimensions in mm
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5.3
RF310R with RS422 interface
5.3.1
Features
Reader RF310R
Features
Structure
â RS422 interface
Field of application
Identification tasks on small
assembly lines in harsh industrial
environments
Read/write distance to transponder
Max. 30 mm
Data transmission rate
â˘
â˘
⥠Status display
5.3.2
Read: approx. 3100 byte/s
Write: approx. 3100 byte/s
Pin assignment of RF310R RS422 interface
Pin
Pin
Device end
8-pin M12
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+ 24 V
- Transmit
0V
+ Transmit
+ Receive
- Receive
Free
Earth (shield)
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5.3.3
Display elements of the RF310R reader with RS422 interface
Color
Meaning
Green
Operating voltage present, reader not initialized or antenna switched off
Permanentl
y on
Operating voltage present, reader initialized and antenna switched on
Yellow1)
Transponder present
Flashing red
Error has occurred, the type of flashing corresponds to the error code in the
table in Section "Error codes". The optical error display is only reset if the
corresponding reset parameter ("option_1", see FC45 / FB45 documentation,
Section "Input parameters") is set.
1) In
5.3.4
Flashing
the operating state "Without presence", the lighting duration may be very short.
Ensuring reliable data exchange
The "center point" of the transponder must be situated within the transmission window.
5.3.5
Metal-free area
The RF310R can be flush-mounted in metal. Please allow for a possible reduction in the field
data values.
6,0$7,&
5)5
Figure 5-4
Metal-free area for RF310R
To avoid any impact on the field data, the distance a should be ⼠20 mm.
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5.3.6
Minimum distance between RF310R readers
6,0$7,&
5)5
'
0LQLPXPGLVWDQFHEHWZHHQ5)5DQG5)5
' ุPP
'
6,0$7,&
5)5
Figure 5-5
6,0$7,&
5)5
Minimum distance between RF310R readers
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5.3.7
Technical specifications of the RF310R reader with RS422 interface
Table 5-3
96
Technical specifications of the RF310R reader with RS422 interface
Inductive interface to the transponder
Transmission frequency for power/data
13.56 MHz
Antenna
integrated
Interface to communication module
RS422 (3964R protocol)
Baud rate
19200 baud, 57600 baud, 115200 baud
Cable length between reader and communication
module
Data cable length max. 1000 m
(shielded cable)
Read/write distances of reader
See RF310R field data
Minimum distance between two RF310R readers
⼠100 mm
Maximum data transfer rate from reader to
transponder (Tag)
Reading
Writing
Approx. 3100 byte/s
Approx. 3100 byte/s
Functions
Initialize/read/write transponder
Scan status and diagnostics information
Switch antenna on/off
Repeat command
Scan transponder serial numbers
Power supply
24 V DC
Display elements
2-color LED (operating voltage,
presence, error)
Plug connector
M12 (8-pin)
Enclosure
Dimensions (in mm)
Color
Material
55 x 75 x 30 (without M12 device connector)
Anthracite
Plastic PA 12
Fixing
4 x M5 screws
Ambient temperature
during operations
during transport and storage
-25 °C to +70 °C
-40 °C to +85 °C
Degree of protection to EN 60529
IP67
Shock to EN 60 721-3-7 Class 7 M2
Total shock response spectrum Type II
50 g
20g
Weight
Approx. 200 g
MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) in years
169,9
Approvals
Radio to R&TTE guidelines EN 300 330,
EN 301489, CE, FCC, UL/CSA
Current consumption
typ. 40 mA
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5.3.8
FCC information
Siemens SIMATIC RF310R with RS422 interface
FCC ID: NXW-RF310R
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.
(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.
5.3.9
Ordering data for RF310R with RS422 interface
RF310R
Order No.
With RS422 interface (3964R)
IP 67, -25 °C to +70 °C, 55 x 75 x 30 (L x W x H in mm), with integrated
antenna, max. limit distance 30 mm (depending on transponder)
6GT2801-1AA10
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Dimension drawing
5.3.10
Figure 5-6
6,0$7,&
5)5
Dimension drawing for RF310R
Dimensions in mm
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5.4
RF340R
5.4.1
Features
Reader RF340R
Features
Design
â RS422 interface
Area of application
Identification tasks on assembly
lines in harsh industrial
environments
Read/write distance to transponder
max. 60 mm
Data transmission rate
â˘
â˘
⥠Status display
5.4.2
Read: approx. 3,100 byte/s
Write: approx. 3,100 byte/s
Pin assignment of RF340R RS422 interface
Pin
Pin
Device end
8-pin M12
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+ 24 V
- Transmit
0V
+ Transmit
+ Receive
- Receive
Free
Earth (shield)
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5.4.3
Display elements of the RF340R reader
Color
Meaning
Green
Operating voltage present, reader not initialized or antenna switched off
Permanentl
y on
Operating voltage present, reader initialized and antenna switched on
Yellow1)
Transponder present
Flashing red
Error has occurred, the type of flashing corresponds to the error code in the
table in Section "Error codes". The optical error display is only reset if the
corresponding reset parameter ("option_1", see FC45 / FB45 documentation,
Section "Input parameters") is set.
1) In
5.4.4
Flashing
the operating state "Without presence", the lighting duration may be very short.
Ensuring reliable data exchange
The "center point" of the transponder must be situated within the transmission window.
5.4.5
Metal-free area
The RF340R can be flush-mounted in metal. Please allow for a possible reduction in the field
data values.
6,0$7,&
5)5
Figure 5-7
Metal-free area for RF340R
To avoid any impact on the field data, the distance a should be ⼠20 mm.
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5.4.6
Minimum distance between RF340R readers
5)5
0LQLPXPGLVWDQFHIURP5)5WR5)5
' ุPP
5)5
Figure 5-8
5)5
Minimum distance between RF340R readers
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5.4.7
Technical data of the RF340R reader
Table 5-4
102
Technical specifications of the RF340R reader
Inductive interface to the transponder
Transmission frequency for power/data
13.56 MHz
Antenna
Integrated
Interface to communication module
RS422 (3964R protocol)
Baud rate
19200 baud, 57600 baud, 115200 baud
Cable length between reader and communication
module
Data cable length max. 1000 m
(shielded cable)
Read/write distances of reader
See RF340R field data
Minimum distance between two RF340R readers
⼠500 mm
Maximum data transfer rate
reader - transponder (tag)
Reading
Writing
Approx. 3100 byte/s
Approx. 3100 byte/s
Functions
Initialize/read/write transponder
Scan status and diagnostics information
Switch antenna on/off
Repeat command
Scan transponder serial numbers
Power supply
24 V DC
Display elements
2-color LED
(operating voltage, presence, error)
Plug connector
M12 (8-pin)
Enclosure
Dimensions (in mm)
Color
Material
75 x 75 x 40 (without M12 device connector)
Anthracite
Plastic PA 12
Fixing
2 x M5 screws
Ambient temperature
during operations
during transport and storage
-25 °C to +70 °C
-40 °C to +85 °C
Degree of protection to EN 60529
IP 67
Shock to EN 60 721-3-7 Class 7 M2
Vibration to EN 60 721-3-7 Class 7 M2
50 g
20 g
Weight
Approx. 250 g
MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) in years
140,3
Approvals
Radio to R&TTE guidelines EN 300 330,
EN 301489, CE, FCC, UL/CSA
Current consumption
Typ. 100 mA
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5.4.8
FCC information
Siemens SIMATIC RF340R
FCC ID: NXW-RF340R
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.
(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.
5.4.9
Ordering data for RF340R
Product description
Order No.
Reader RF340R
With RS422 interface (3964R)
IP67;
-25 °C to +70 C, dimensions 75 x 91 x 41 (L x W x H in mm);
with integrated antenna;
max. limit distance 65 mm (depending on transponder)
6GT2801-2AA10
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Dimension drawing
5.4.10
Figure 5-9
6,0$7,&
5)5
Dimension drawing for RF340R
Dimensions in mm
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5.5 RF350R
5.5
RF350R
5.5.1
Features
Reader RF350R
Features
Design
â Antenna connection
⥠RS422 interface
⢠Status display
5.5.2
Area of application
Identification tasks in assembly lines in harsh industrial
environments; for external antennas
(ANT 1, ANT 18, ANT 30)
Read/write distance to
transponder
Max. 60 mm
Data transmission rate
â˘
â˘
Read: approx. 3,100 byte/s
Write: approx. 3,100 byte/s
Pin assignment of RF350R RS422 interface
Pin
Pin
Device end
8-pin M12
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Assignment
+ 24 V
- Transmit
0V
+ Transmit
+ Receive
- Receive
Free
Earth (shield)
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5.5.3
Display elements of the RF350R reader
Color
Green
Operating voltage present, reader not initialized or antenna switched off
Permanently
on
Operating voltage present, reader initialized and antenna switched on
Yellow1)
Transponder present
Flashing red
Error has occurred, the type of flashing corresponds to the error code in
the table in Section "Error codes". The optical error display is only reset
if the corresponding reset parameter ("option_1", see FC45 / FB45
documentation, Section "Input parameters") is set.
1) In
5.5.4
Meaning
Flashing
the operating state "Without presence", the lighting duration may be very short.
Ensuring reliable data exchange
The "center point" of the transponder must be situated within the transmission window.
5.5.5
Metal-free area
The RF350R reader does not have an internal antenna. Operation is not affected by
mounting on metal or flush-mounting in metal. For information about the metal-free area
required by the external antennas, refer to the corresponding section of the chapter
Antennas (Page 110).
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5.5.6
Technical data of the RF350R reader
Table 5-5
Technical specifications of the RF350R reader
Inductive interface to the transponder
Transmission frequency for power/data
13.56 MHz
Antenna
External, antennas ANT 1, ANT 18 or ANT 30
Interface to communication module
RS422 (3964R protocol)
Baud rate
19200 baud, 57600 baud, 115 baud
Cable length between reader and communication
module
Data cable length max. 1000 m
(shielded cable)
Read/write distances of reader
See field data
Minimum distance between two antennas
See field data
Maximum data transfer rate
reader - transponder (tag)
Reading
Writing
Approx. 3100 byte/s
Approx. 3100 byte/s
Functions
Initialize/read/write transponder
Scan status and diagnostics information
Switch antenna on/off
Repeat command
Scan transponder serial numbers
Power supply
24 V DC
Display elements
2-color LED
(operating voltage, presence, error)
Plug connector
M12 (8-pin); M8 (4-pin) for antenna
Enclosure
Dimensions (in mm)
Color
Material
75 x 75 x 40 (without M12 device connector)
Anthracite
Plastic PA 12
Fixing
2 x M5 screws
Ambient temperature
during operations
during transport and storage
-25 °C to +70 °C
-40 °C to +85 °C
Degree of protection to EN 60529
IP 65
Shock to EN 60 721-3-7 Class 7 M2
Vibration to EN 60 721-3-7 Class 7 M2
50 g
20 g
Weight
250 g
MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) in years
140,3
Approvals
Radio to R&TTE guidelines EN 300 330,
EN 301489, CE, FCC, UL/CSA
Current consumption
Typ. 100 mA
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5.5.7
FCC information
Siemens SIMATIC RF350R
FCC ID: NXW-RF350R
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.
(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.
5.5.8
108
Ordering data for RF350R
Product description
Order No.
Reader RF350R
With RS422 interface (3964R)
IP 65;
-25 °C to +70 °C, dimensions 75 x 96 x 41 (L x W x H in mm);
for plug-in antennas ANT 1, ANT 18, ANT 30
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Dimension drawing
5.5.9
6,0$7,&
5)5
Figure 5-10
RF350R dimension drawing
Dimensions in mm
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5.5.10
Antennas
5.5.10.1
Features
You can use the following plug-in antennas from the MOBY E product spectrum for the
RF350R reader:
Limit distance Sg
in mm 1)
Dimensions
(L x B x H)
in mm
Suitable for dynamic
operation
MOBY E
ANT 1
to 60
75 x 75 x 20
Yes
MOBY E
ANT 18
to 13
Ă M18 x 50
no
MOBY E
ANT 30
to 22
Ă M30 x 58
no
Antenna
Product photo
1) depending on the transponder used
ANT 1
The ANT 1 is an antenna in the mid performance range and can be used to the customer's
advantage in production and assembly lines due to its manageable housing shape. The
antenna dimensions make it possible to read/write large quantities of data dynamically
from/to the tag during operation. The antenna cable can be connected at the reader end.
ANT 18
The ANT 18 is designed for use in small assembly lines. Due to its small, compact
construction, the antenna can be easily positioned for any application using two plastic nuts
(included in the package). The antenna cable can be connected at the reader end. With the
RF320T and RF340T tags, communication with the data storage unit is only possible in static
mode.
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