The SIMATIC RF170C is a communication module for connecting the SIMATIC identification systems to the ET 200pro distributed I/O system. The readers (SLGs) of all RFID systems as well as the MV400 optical reader devices and MV300 optical handheld readers can be operated on the RF170C. In addition, the RF170C provides a universal RS 232/ RS 422 interface for connecting devices using the Freeport protocol.

Thanks to the high degree of protection and ruggedness, ET 200pro is particularly suitable for machine-level use. The modular structure with PROFIBUS and PROFINET connection systems allows it to be used in all applications. The uniform plug-in connection system ensures rapid commissioning.