The field-proven RF210R M18 reader is integrated into the SIMATIC RF210M mobile handheld reader. It has been designed for manual workplaces and reworking stations for commissioning, as well as for tracking and tracing tasks and tool identification.

The handheld reader has an RS 422 interface with 3964R transmission procedure for connection to RFID communication modules. Connection is via an 8-pole M12 plug-in connector (RS 422 variant).

The handheld reader is operated with ISO 15693-compatible transponders.