The RFID system SIMATIC RF300 is particularly suitable for use in industrial production in the areas of production control, assembly lines and conveyors.

SIMATIC RF300 is used to implement identification tasks with medium to high performance in the HF range (13.56 MHz).

Depending on the performance of the identification system, two versions of the system are available:

• Medium performance: System configuration with SIMATIC RF300 readers in ISO 15963 mode and low-cost MOBY D transponders.
• High performance: System configuration with SIMATIC RF300 readers in RF300 mode and SIMATIC RF300 transponders.

New generation RF300 readers

New generation SIMATIC RF300 readers

For simple migration of existing MOBY E installations, the new RF300 readers of the latest RF310R, RF340R, RF350R generation also make it possible to operate MOBY E transponders (MDS E6xx). These readers can be operated in the 'mixed transponder mode'. This means that MOBY E transponders can continue to be used in the system and do not need to be replaced. MOBY I installations, too, are easy to migrate with the new RF310R, RF340R and RF350R generation of readers: All that is required is to replace readers and transponders with RF300 products. Interface modules, control components and application software can be retained 1:1. The new generation of readers (6GT2801-xBA10) is 100% replacement compatible with readers of the first generation (6GT2801-xAB10).

Another performance feature is the integrated setup help. LED displays make for easy positioning of the readers and transponders during the design phase, especially where installation conditions are challenging (e.g. in a metallic environment), without the need for additional tools or equipment. Two bright LED display elements on opposite sides considerable improve visibility of operating state all round.

Benefits:

• Cost savings and easy migration of older systems with MOBY I and MOBY E
• Time savings und avoidance of errors during configuration and parameter assignment in the TIA Portal using technology objects (as from V14 SP1)
• Increased process stability for challenging installation conditions right from the start thanks to optimum positioning of components using integrated setup help

The SIMATIC RF300 identification system offers the following features:

• 13.56 MHz operating frequency
• For operating with ISO 15693 mode or RF300 mode
• Operation with MOBY E transponders (only with new generation of RF310R / RF340R / RF350R readers)
• Passive (without battery), maintenance-free transponder (MDS Dxxx and RF3xxT) with memory up to 64 KB
• Rugged, compact components with IP67 / IP68 degree of protection
• Very high immunity to noise
• Extensive diagnostic functions
• Extremely fast data transmission
• Easy to integrate into SIMATIC, PROFIBUS, PROFINET, EtherNet/IP and TCP/IP