Siemens’s new Simatic RF610R reader features IP67 rating and a compact design, ideal for use in harsh environment, and for applications such as conveyor technology or mechanical and plant engineering, where compact dimensions and reading ranges of up to 1 meter are required. The reader has been designed without digital inputs and outputs or an external antenna connection to make it more cost-effective.

• Compact dimensions of just 133 x 133 x 45 millimeters
• Internal circularly polarized antenna to enable installation position of the reader to adapt individually to the situation at the installation location
• Proven access to configuration, commissioning and diagnostic tools via web-based management
• In-process diagnosis and the diagnostic history in the logbook also improved plant availability
• Support OPC UA for easy connection to cloud applications and internet of things (IoT) communication
• Easy integration into the SIMATIC automation environment like TIA Portal