Contrinex’s IO-Link RFID Read/Write modules offer fast, low-cost integration by utilising two key industry communication standards within one device: The ISO15693 RFID standard in the Read/write head for communication with the transponders and ISO 61131-9 IO-Link at the connector for communication with the control system. Find out more at www.tiny.cc/CTX_RFID_IOLink
Simplified, plug-and-play installation ensures easy, cost-effective integration as well of the choice to operate either as RFID Read/Write devices or as stand-alone SIO sensors, where the RFID module acts as a discrete sensor providing binary switching. In the SIO mode, tag presence detection or data block comparison is used to provide a conditional output, much like a sensor.
These non-embeddable HF RWMs are available in sizes M18 and M30. When used with a 50 mm diameter tag, they offer maximum read/write distances of 42 mm for the M18 type and 60 mm for the M30 type.
With two operating modes and simplified plug-and-play installation, these HF RWMs reduce installation costs, typically in the logistics, mechanical engineering and automotive industries.
KEY ADVANTAGES include:
- Simplified installation (plug and play)
- Reduced wiring costs and removing the need for protocol converters
- Industry standard IO-Link interface V1.1
- Industry standard ISO15693 RFID protocol
- Choice of two operating modes: As an IO-Link device or as a stand-alone SIO with conditional output switches: Tag presence or Data block comparison
- Reliable, repeatable in-line detection on a non-contact basis
- Real-time rejection of unidentified or untraceable products
- Remote set-up via IO-Link reduces the need for manual intervention
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Customer Application: Product Quality Control Test Line
Product testing lines may comprise several test stations, each performing a fixed sequence of tests. For efficient real-time monitoring, identification systems must integrate well into the overall control system.
In a typical RFID system, part carriers are equipped with tags and every test station has a Read/Write Module (RWM). To program the testing machine, the RWM reads from each tag the type of test required for an individual part. After each test, the RWM writes the results back into the appropriate tag memory address/location. Test reports are automatically forwarded to the controller for product acceptance or rejection and fault correction.
Customer Solution:
ConIdent® HF Basic tags and Read/write modules are fully compatible with ISO/IEC 15693, with fast data transfer times and a comprehensive range of interfaces for the widest fieldbus coverage on the market. Thanks to user-defined password protection features, data security is also excellent.
HF Basic Read/write modules with IO-Link allow easy system integration, making it ideal for this application.
Customer Application: Automotive Paint Shops
Identification components in paint shops are exposed to a variety of rinsing, coating and burning operations, including electrophoresis. Since soiling makes visual identification difficult or impossible, rugged RFID systems are an excellent solution.
The RFID tag accompanies each product throughout all painting processes. It can store individual data, including customer requirements, directly on the product or carrier.
This allows highly automated customized processes, with smaller batches and central data storage.
Customer Solution:
The ConIdent® High Temperature family includes 100 % silicone-free tags that are ideal for paint-shop applications. Life expectancy is exceptionally long, even under intense read/write and temperature cycling.
− Tag RTP-0263-020, for embedded or non-embedded mounting in metal; Ø 26 mm (1.02”), temperature resistant up to 180°C (356°F)
− Tag RTP-0502-022, RTP-0502-062, RTP- 0502-082, non-embeddable; Ø 50 mm (1.97”), temperature resistant up to 250°C (482°F) and 100% silicone-free
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