SICK RFU63 Series User manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
RFU63x
RFID read/write device (UHF)

Described product
RFU630-131xx, RFU630-041xx
Manufacturer
SICK AG
Erwin-Sick-Str. 1
79183 Waldkirch
Germany
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Original document
This document is an original document of SICK AG.
Declarations of conformity and certificates
Due to the country-specific approvals for the devices in the form of country variants, the
respective conformities are type-dependent.
For the current device see:
•Technical Information RFU63x Regulatory Compliance Information
A printed copy of the Technical Information is enclosed with the device at the time of
delivery.
NOTE
You will find the Technical Information RFU63x Regulatory Compliance Information,
declarations of conformity and certificates on the product page.
The call is made via the SICK Product ID: pid.sick.com/{P/N}/{S/N}
{P/N} corresponds to the part number of the product, see type label.
{S/N} corresponds to the serial number of the product, see type label (if indicated).
The type designation of your product (e.g. device) can be found on the type label.
If the device is installed in a difficult to access part of the plant, note the device type,
and the part number and serial number of the device.
25
UL certificate valid for tested USA country
variants, see type label of the present
device.
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Contents
1 About this document........................................................................ 5
1.1 Information on the operating instructions.............................................. 5
1.2 Related applicable documents................................................................ 5
1.3 Scope......................................................................................................... 5
1.4 Explanation of symbols............................................................................ 6
1.5 Further information................................................................................... 7
2 Safety information............................................................................ 8
2.1 Intended use............................................................................................. 8
2.2 Improper use............................................................................................. 10
2.3 Cybersecurity............................................................................................ 10
2.4 Limitation of liability................................................................................. 11
2.5 Modifications and conversions................................................................ 11
2.6 Requirements for skilled persons and operating personnel.................. 11
2.7 Operational safety and specific hazards................................................. 12
3 Product description........................................................................... 14
3.1 Product ID.................................................................................................. 14
3.2 Product characteristics............................................................................ 16
4 Transport and storage....................................................................... 27
4.1 Transport................................................................................................... 27
4.2 Unpacking.................................................................................................. 27
4.3 Transport inspection................................................................................. 27
4.4 Storage...................................................................................................... 27
5 Mounting............................................................................................. 28
5.1 Overview of mounting procedure............................................................. 28
5.2 Preparing for assembly............................................................................. 29
5.3 Mounting location..................................................................................... 33
5.4 Mounting the device................................................................................. 33
5.5 Mounting external components............................................................... 35
6 Electrical installation........................................................................ 36
6.1 Safety......................................................................................................... 36
6.2 Wiring instructions.................................................................................... 40
6.3 Overview of all interfaces and connection options................................ 41
6.4 Pin assignments of electrical connections............................................. 46
6.5 Instructions for electrical installation when the ambient temperature
can fall below 0°C................................................................................... 48
6.6 Connecting the supply voltage................................................................. 49
6.7 Wiring data interfaces.............................................................................. 53
6.8 Wiring the CAN interface.......................................................................... 55
6.9 Wiring digital inputs ................................................................................. 55
6.10 Wiring digital outputs ............................................................................... 57
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7 Commissioning.................................................................................. 60
7.1 Installation steps...................................................................................... 60
7.2 Overview of the Commissioning Steps.................................................... 64
7.3 SOPAS ET configuration software............................................................ 65
7.4 Quickstart with default settings............................................................... 66
7.5 Information on initial commissioning...................................................... 70
8 Operation............................................................................................ 73
8.1 Operating and status indicators.............................................................. 73
9 Maintenance...................................................................................... 79
9.1 Maintenance plan..................................................................................... 79
9.2 Cleaning..................................................................................................... 79
10 Troubleshooting................................................................................. 80
10.1 Overview of Potential Errors and Faults.................................................. 80
10.2 Detailed fault analysis.............................................................................. 80
10.3 Status log.................................................................................................. 81
10.4 SICK service.............................................................................................. 81
10.5 Repairs...................................................................................................... 81
10.6 Returns...................................................................................................... 81
10.7 Replacing the device................................................................................ 82
11 Decommissioning............................................................................. 84
11.1 Disposal..................................................................................................... 84
12 Technical data.................................................................................... 85
12.1 Features.................................................................................................... 85
12.2 Interfaces.................................................................................................. 87
12.3 Mechanics and electronics...................................................................... 90
12.4 Ambient data............................................................................................. 92
12.5 Working range diagram............................................................................ 93
12.6 Dimensional drawing................................................................................ 93
13 Accessories........................................................................................ 94
14 Annex.................................................................................................. 95
14.1 Declarations of conformity and certificates............................................ 95
14.2 UL conformity............................................................................................ 95
14.3 Dimensional drawings (electronic).......................................................... 95
14.4 Signal assignment of cables with open cable end at one end.............. 95
14.5 Connection diagrams of connection module CDB650-204.................. 99
14.6 Connection diagrams of connection module CDM420-0006............... 112
14.7 Copyright notices...................................................................................... 125
14.8 Abbreviations used................................................................................... 125
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1 About this document
1.1 Information on the operating instructions
These operating instructions provide important information on how to use devices from
SICK AG.
Prerequisites for safe work are:
•Compliance with all safety notes and handling instructions supplied.
•Compliance with local work safety regulations and general safety regulations for
device applications
The operating instructions are intended to be used by qualified personnel and electrical
specialists.
NOTE
Read these operating instructions carefully to familiarize yourself with the device and its
functions before commencing any work.
The operating instructions are an integral part of the product. Store the instructions
in the immediate vicinity of the device so they remain accessible to staff at all times.
Should the device be passed on to a third party, these operating instructions should be
handed over with it.
These operating instructions do not provide information on the handling and safe
operation of the machine or system in which the device is integrated. Information on
this can be found in the operating instructions for the machine or system.
1.2 Related applicable documents
Document Title Part number Source
Notes Safety Notes 8024992 Printed version is enclosed with
the device at delivery
Technical
Information
RFU63x Regulatory Compliance
Information
8026892 www.sick.com/8026892
Technical
Information
RFU Parameter Description 8023085 www.sick.com/8023085
1.3 Scope
Documentation concept
The documentation concept for the device includes the following publications:
•Safety Notes (part no. 8024992)
•Technical Information RFU63x Regulatory Compliance Information (part no.
8026892)
•RFU63x operating instructions
•RFU parameter description
The publications are valid for all available product types (country variants of the device
and electrical connection variants).
More detailed information for identification of the available device type see "Type code",
page 15. The type designation of your device can be found on the type label.
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NOTE
You will find the Technical Information RFU63x Compliance Information, the RFU63x
operating instructions as well as the declarations of conformity and certificates on the
product page.
The call is made via the SICK Product ID: pid.sick.com/{P/N}/{S/N}
{P/N} corresponds to the part number of the product, see type label.
{S/N} corresponds to the serial number of the product, see type label (if indicated).
Function of the publications:
The Safety Notes provide information about:
•Safe handling of the device
•Online access to the operating instructions and other documentation
The Technical Information RFU63x Regulatory Compliance Information lists:
•Regionally-approved country variants of the RFU630-131xx and RFU630-041xx
connection variants (xx = region assignment)
•Existing radio equipment approvals and conformities
•If applicable, country-specific operating conditions to be observed for the devices
and accessories (e.g., external antennas)
NOTE
A printed copy of the Safety Notes and the Technical Information RFU63x Regulatory
Compliance Information are enclosed with the device.
RFU63x operating instructions
•The purpose of the operating instructions is to enable you to integrate the device
into a customer system and to achieve initial read results with transponders.
•The operating instructions provide step-by-step instructions for all tasks associ‐
ated with installing and operating the device.
•The operating instructions describe the commissioning process for an application
with a single device. One device variant is used as an example in regard to the
electrical connection. With the exception of the electrical connection, other device
variants are commissioned in the same way.
•Commissioning is based on the default setting of the device parameters. A simple
use case is the reading of a single transponder on an object.
•In the operating instructions, the RFU63x RFID read/write device is referred to
simplified as “device”.
•If variants need to be differentiated in regard to their region assignment or electri‐
cal connection, the relevant device designation RFU630-131xx or RFU630-041xx
is specified (xx = region assignment).
•The terms “transponder” and “tag” for the electronic data media are interchangea‐
ble. The term “transponder” is used in these instructions.
•The appendix of these operating instructions contains electrical wiring diagrams.
The diagrams apply to the optional CDB650-204 and CDM420-0006 connection
modules when used in conjunction with this device.
•Functions specific to special devices are, where necessary, described in additional
documents.
1.4 Explanation of symbols
Warnings and important information in this document are labeled with symbols. Sig‐
nal words introduce the instructions and indicate the extent of the hazard. To avoid
accidents, damage, and personal injury, always comply with the instructions and act
carefully.
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DANGER
…indicates a situation of imminent danger, which will lead to a fatality or serious
injuries if not prevented.
WARNING
…indicates a potentially dangerous situation, which may lead to a fatality or serious
injuries if not prevented.
CAUTION
…indicates a potentially dangerous situation, which may lead to minor/slight injuries if
not prevented.
NOTICE
…indicates a potentially harmful situation, which may lead to material damage if not
prevented.
NOTE
…highlights useful tips and recommendations as well as information for efficient and
trouble-free operation.
1.5 Further information
More information can be found on the product page.
The call is made via the SICK Product ID: pid.sick.com/{P/N}/{S/N}
{P/N} corresponds to the part number of the product, see type label.
{S/N} corresponds to the serial number of the product, see type label (if indicated).
The following information is available depending on the product:
•Data sheets
•This document in all available language versions
•CAD files and dimensional drawings
•Certificates (e.g., declaration of conformity)
•Other publications
•Software
•Accessories
For RFU63x:
•Technical Information RFU63x Regulatory Compliance Information
•RFU parameter description.
The parameter description helps when configuring applications using the
SOPAS ET configuration software.
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2 Safety information
2.1 Intended use
The RFU63x RFID read/write device is a compact, intelligent 4Dpro sensor from the
RFU6xx (UHF) product family. Version (working range): Long Range
The stationary device automatically identifies wireless-based data cards (transponders)
on stationary and moving objects. The device supports data card management.
The RFU630 base unit processes the data of all standard passive transponders in
accordance with ISO/IEC 18000-63 and EPCglobal UHF C1G2 in the regional UHF
carrier frequency range.
•The RFU630-131xx device contains an (internal) antenna integrated into the hous‐
ing.
•The RFU630-041xx device does not contain an antenna. At least one external
antenna is required (accessories).
•Where complex identification tasks need to be performed, it is possible to connect
the following number of external antennas to the device:
°RFU630-131xx: up to three antennas
°RFU630-041xx: up to four antennas
Thanks to its intelligent process logic, the device operates either in stand-alone opera‐
tion or as part of a group with several devices in a CAN network. The device sends the
read results to a higher-level computer (e.g., PLC) via its host interface for further cen‐
tralized processing. The protocols integrated into the device provide access to standard
fieldbus technology.
The device allows operation within a wide ambient temperature range. Details see
"Ambient data", page 92 in the technical data.
The device is primarily designed for use in industrial and logistics areas. The device
meets the applicable requirements for industrial robustness, interfaces and data proc‐
essing. If necessary, the device can be programmed to implement customer-specific
modifications.
Variants:
•Country variants of the device refer to the radio-technical region assignment, see
Technical Information RFU63x Regulatory Compliance Information.
•Connection-related Device variants refer to different electrical facilities for con‐
necting and data interfaces.
NOTE
The USB interface of the device is used in industrial environments only as a service
interface for temporary use (e.g. for configuration, troubleshooting). Use as a host
interface while the system is in operation is not supported.
Intended use of the device also includes compliance with all information in:
•Safety Notes
•Technical Information RFU63x Regulatory Compliance Information
•RFU63x operating instructions
SICK AG assumes no liability for losses or damage arising from the use of the product,
either directly or indirectly. This applies in particular to use of the product that does not
conform to its intended purpose and is not described in this documentation.
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2.1.1 Operational restrictions
The region assignment of the device is configured for the specific type when delivered
and cannot be changed. This enables the device to be operated in the approved region
without interfering with national protected frequencies (e.g., mobile communications).
Operating the same device in another region for which there is no approval is prohib‐
ited.
A region consists either of a group of countries or one country.
NOTE
The device approval was granted for a specific region. The region assignment cannot be
changed.
•Use the device only in the region and country for which the device is approved.
•Observe country-specific operating conditions for the device, see Technical Infor‐
mation RFU63x Regulatory Compliance Information.
•When reselling the device, inform the buyer of the fixed region assignment.
•When passing the device on to third parties, also include the Safety Notes, the
Technical Information RFU63x Regulatory Compliance Information and the RFU63x
operating instructions.
•A printed copy of the Safety Notes and the Technical Information Regulatory Com‐
pliance Information are enclosed with the device.
NOTE
You will find the Technical Information RFU63x Regulatory Compliance Information, the
RFU63x operating instructions as well as the declarations of conformity and certificates
on the product page.
The call is made via the SICK Product ID: pid.sick.com/{P/N}/{S/N}
{P/N} corresponds to the part number of the product, see type label.
{S/N} corresponds to the serial number of the product, see type label (if indicated).
2.1.2 Regulatory notes
See Technical Information RFU63x Regulatory Compliance Information (part no.
8026892).
2.1.3 Conditions for specified enclosure rating
To ensure compliance with the specified IP67 enclosure rating of the device during
operation, the following requirements must be met: If these requirements are not met,
the device does not fulfill any specified enclosure rating.
•The shared side cover of the USB interface and card slot must be screwed tight
to the device. Recommended tightening torque for the cover screws: 40Ncm
±5Ncm.
•The heads of the connecting cables plugged into the M12 electrical connections
must be screwed tight.
•Any unused electrical M12 connections must be fitted with protective elements,
e.g., protective caps (as delivered). The protective elements are hand-tightened.
•Any unused electrical connections for external antennas (TNC reverse) must be
fitted with screw-on metal protective elements (as delivered). The protective ele‐
ments are hand-tightened.
The same also applies to the EMC requirement (ESD) according to CE.
Positions of the individual elements see "Device view", page 16
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2.1.3.1 Exception: temporarily opening the cover on the device
NOTICE
Risk of damage to the product when the cover is open
When the cover is open, the device does not conform to a specified enclosure rating.
If necessary, only operate the device for a short time with an open cover for the
activities listed in the following: During this time, protect the device against moisture
and dust.
Temporarily open the cover for the following activities:
•Insert or remove the optional storage medium (SD card)
•Temporary use of the USB interface as a service interface
For this purpose, open the corresponding side cover on the device. After completing this
task, close the cover again.
For further warranty provisions, see the General Terms and Conditions of SICK AG, e.g.
on the delivery note of the device.
2.2 Improper use
Any use outside of the stated areas, in particular use outside of the technical specifica‐
tions and the requirements for intended use, will be deemed to be incorrect use.
•The device does not constitute a safety component in accordance with the respec‐
tive applicable safety standards for machines.
•The device must not be used in explosion-hazardous areas, in corrosive environ‐
ments or under extreme environmental conditions.
•Any use of accessories not specifically approved by SICK AG is at your own risk.
WARNING
Danger due to improper use!
Any improper use can result in dangerous situations.
Therefore, observe the following information:
■Product should be used only in accordance with its intended use.
■All information in the documentation must be strictly observed.
■Shut down the product immediately in case of damage.
2.3 Cybersecurity
Overview
To protect against cybersecurity threats, it is necessary to continuously monitor and
maintain a comprehensive cybersecurity concept. A suitable concept consists of organi‐
zational, technical, procedural, electronic, and physical levels of defense and considers
suitable measures for different types of risks. The measures implemented in this
product can only support protection against cybersecurity threats if the product is used
as part of such a concept.
You will find further information at www.sick.com/psirt, e.g.:
•General information on cybersecurity
•Contact option for reporting vulnerabilities
•Information on known vulnerabilities (security advisories)
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2.4 Limitation of liability
Relevant standards and regulations, the latest technological developments, and our
many years of knowledge and experience have all been taken into account when
compiling the data and information contained in these operating instructions. The
manufacturer accepts no liability for damage caused by:
■Non-adherence to the product documentation (e.g., operating instructions)
■Incorrect use
■Use of untrained staff
■Unauthorized conversions or repair
■Technical modifications
■Use of unauthorized spare parts, consumables, and accessories
NOTE
The product is a programmable device. The respective programmer is therefore respon‐
sible for his/her programming work and the resultant operation of the device. The
liability and warranty of SICK AG is limited to the device specification (hardware func‐
tionality and any programming interfaces) according to the agreed conditions. SICK AG
will therefore not be liable, among other things, for any damages resulting from the
programming of the product by the customer or third parties.
2.5 Modifications and conversions
NOTICE
Modifications and conversions to the device may result in unforeseeable dangers.
Interrupting or modifying the device or SICK software will invalidate any warranty claims
against SICK AG. This applies in particular to opening the housing, even as part of
mounting and electrical installation.
2.6 Requirements for skilled persons and operating personnel
WARNING
Risk of injury due to insufficient training.
Improper handling of the device may result in considerable personal injury and material
damage.
■All work must only ever be carried out by the stipulated persons.
The following qualifications are required for various activities:
Table 1: Activities and technical requirements
Activities Qualification
Mounting, maintenance ■Basic practical technical training
■Knowledge of the current safety regulations in the workplace
Electrical installation,
device replacement
■Practical electrical training
■Knowledge of current electrical safety regulations
■Knowledge of the operation and control of the devices in their
particular application
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Activities Qualification
Commissioning, configura‐
tion
■Basic knowledge of the computer operating system used
■Basic knowledge of the design and setup of the described
connections and interfaces
■Basic knowledge of data transmission
■Basic knowledge of RFID technology (identification with radio-
based data cards)
■Knowledge of the programming of devices
Operation of the device for
the particular application
■Knowledge of the operation and control of the devices in their
particular application
■Knowledge of the software and hardware environment for the
particular application
2.7 Operational safety and specific hazards
Please observe the safety notes and the warnings listed here and in other sections
of this product documentation to reduce the possibility of risks to health and avoid
dangerous situations.
WARNING
Electrical voltage!
Electrical voltage can cause severe injury or death.
■Work on electrical systems must only be performed by qualified electricians.
■The power supply must be disconnected when attaching and detaching electrical
connections.
■The product must only be connected to a voltage supply as set out in the require‐
ments in the operating instructions.
■National and regional regulations must be complied with.
■Safety requirements relating to work on electrical systems must be complied with.
WARNING
Risk of injury and damage caused by potential equalization currents!
Improper grounding can lead to dangerous equipotential bonding currents, which may
in turn lead to dangerous voltages on metallic surfaces, such as the housing. Electrical
voltage can cause severe injury or death.
■Work on electrical systems must only be performed by qualified electricians.
■Follow the notes in the operating instructions.
■Install the grounding for the product and the system in accordance with national
and regional regulations.
WARNING
Risk of injury due to damage to the device!
For reasons of safety, if a device shows visible signs of damage do not put it into
operation, or take it out of operation immediately.
Possible damage (depending on the device type):
•Housing: cracking, splitting or fracture
•Electrical connections (male connector or female connector): cracks or detach‐
ment from the housing
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WARNING
Health hazard as a result of high-frequency electromagnetic radiation!
Exposure of the human body to electromagnetic radiation must be limited. To do so, the
device must have a minimum distance between its source of radiation (type-dependent
integrated antenna or external antenna) and your body.
■For region-specific information on the required minimum distance as well as
approval-compliant operation of the device, see Technical Information RFU63x
Regulatory Compliance Information (part no. 8026892).
A printed copy of the document is enclosed with the device.
NOTE
The Technical Information RFU63x Regulatory Compliance Information can be found on
the product page.
The call is made via the SICK Product ID: pid.sick.com/{P/N}/{S/N}
{P/N} corresponds to the part number of the product, see type label.
{S/N} corresponds to the serial number of the product, see type label (if indicated).
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3 Product description
3.1 Product ID
3.1.1 Type label
The type label specifies, amongst other things:
•Information for identifying the device type
•Technical data
•Region-specific information on approvals and, if applicable, fulfilled conformities
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SICK AG, D-22143 Hamburg
Made in Germany
Manufactured: May 2016
RFU630-13100
DC12 ... 30V <26W
12345678
1234567
Type:
P/N:
MAC:
Power:
S/N:
00:00:00:00:00:00
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Figure 1: RFU630: Layout of the type label of the ETSI variant (example), see device for relevant
data
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SICK AG, D-22143 Hamburg
Made in Germany
Manufactured: May 2016
RFU630-13101
DC12 ... 30V <26W
12345678
1234567
Type:
P/N:
MAC:
Power:
S/N:
00:00:00:00:00:00
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ß
Proc. Cont. Eq.
E336916
This device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
(1) this device my not cause harmful
interference, and
(2) this device must accept any
interfence received, including
interfence that may cause undesired
operation.
FCC ID: WRMRFU630
IFETEL: RCPSIRF13-0051
IC: 10066A-RFU630
Figure 2: RFU630: Layout of the type label of the FCC variant (example) with UL certification, see
device for relevant data
12D code (internal SICK code)
2Marking according to electrical equipment directives
3Protection class
4Device identification according to type code
5Part number
6Serial number
7Supply voltage and power consumption
8MAC address (placeholder), device-specific
9Field for approval-specific information (region-specific), conformity code and associated
information, if applicable
ßMonth and year of manufacture
àManufacturer and production site
Position on the device see "Device view", page 16.
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3.1.2 Type code
The devices of the RFU6xx product family are arranged according to the following type
code:
RFUxyz-abcde
R F U x y z - a b c d e
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Position Description Characteristic
1 ... 2 RF (Radio Frequency Identification) –
3 Frequency band U: Ultra High Frequency
4 ... 5 Read range (working range) 61: ≤0.5m (Short Range)
62: ≤2m (Mid Range)
63: ≤10m (Long Range)
65: ≤10m (Long Range)
6 Device type 0: Basic type(ISO/IEC 18000-63, EPCglo‐
bal UHF Class 1 Generation 2)
7 Integrated (internal) antenna 0: No integrated antenna
1: With integrated antenna, circularly
polarized
8 Electrical connections for external
antennas
0: No connection
3: 3 connections
4: 4 connections
9 Electrical connections 1: 1 male connector, M12, 17-pin, A-
coded; 1 female connector, M12, 4-pin,
D-coded
4: Cable 0.9m with male connector, D-
Sub-HD, 15-pin
5: 1 female connector, M12, 8-pin, X-
coded
6: 1 male connector, M12, 4-pin, A-coded,
1 female connector, M8, 4-pin, coded, 1
female connector, M12, 8-pin, X-coded
7: 1 “IO-Link” male connector, M12, 4-pin,
A-coded; 1 “Trigger” female connector,
M8, 4-pin, coded
10 ... 11 Region-specific country radio equip‐
ment approval
xx: Country variant of the device
Example 00: EU 1)
For approvals, see type-specific Techni‐
cal Information RFU6xx Regulatory Com‐
pliance Information, which is printed and
enclosed with the device.
Alternatively, see the product page of the
device online.
1) European Union.
NOTE
Not all combinations based on type code are possible. The available device variants
can be found online on the product page of the device.
3.1.2.1 Device variants
The RFU63x product family consists of 2 variant lines:
•RFU630-131xx (variant with integrated antenna)
•RFU630-041xx (variant without integrated antenna)
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The variant lines differ with respect to the following features:
Table 2: Differences between the variant lines
Feature RFU630-131xx RFU630-041xx
Integrated antenna Yes No
Number of connections for
external antennas
3 female connectors, TNC
reverse
4 female connectors, TNC
reverse
Housing dimensions 238.6mm x 238.6mm
x 64.3mm
239mm x 197mm x 40.1mm
Within the same variant line, the country variants differ with respect to the region-spe‐
cific, non-modifiable radio approvals.
3.2 Product characteristics
3.2.1 Device view
RFU630-131xx
1 2 3
ß
45 6 8
8
9
238.6 (9.40)
64.3 (2.53)
238.6 (9.40)
7
Figure 3: RFU630-131xx (with integrated antenna): Structure and dimensions, unit: mm (inch),
decimal separator: period
13 “Antenna, external” connections (female connector, TNC reverse)
2“Power/Serial Data/CAN/I/O” connection 1 (male connector, M12, 17-pin, A-coded)
3“Ethernet” connection 2 (female connector, M12, 4-pin, D-coded)
4Optics cover with integrated antenna
51 LED, multi-colored (process feedback)
67 LEDs, multi-colored (status indicator)
7Acoustic opening of the beeper, under a cover film
8Type label
93 M5 threaded mounting holes, 8 mm deep, for mounting the device
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ß4 M6 threaded mounting holes, 11 mm deep, for alternative mounting of the device
à“USB” port (female connector, 5-pin, type Micro-B) and card slot for MicroSD memory
card, behind screw-mounted cover. The USB interface is only for temporary use as a
service interface.
á2 function buttons (Step ▾ and Enter p)
119.3 (4.7)
40 (1.58)
71.8 (2.83)
136.8 (5.39)
34.3 (1.35)
32.5 (1.28)
40 (1.58)
Figure 4: RFU630-131xx: Dimensions of the threaded mounting hole, unit: mm (inch), decimal
separator: period
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RFU630-041xx
12 3
5 4
ß9
7
8
7
40.1
(1.58)
239 (9.41)
197 (7.76)
6
Figure 5: RFU630-041xx (without integrated antenna): Structure and dimensions, unit: mm
(inch), decimal separator: period
1“Ant1” ... “Ant4” antenna connections (female connector, TNC reverse)
2“System” connection (male connector, M12, 17-pin, A-coded)
3“Ethernet” connection (female connector, M12, 4-pin, D-coded)
41 multi-colored LED (process feedback)
57 multi-colored LEDs (status indicator)
6Acoustic opening of the beeper, under a cover film
7Type label
83 M5 threaded mounting holes, 8 mm deep, for mounting the device
94 M6 threaded mounting holes, 11 mm deep, for alternative mounting of the device
ß“USB” port (female connector, 5-pin, type Micro-B) and card slot for MicroSD memory
card, behind screw-mounted cover. The USB interface is only for temporary use as a
service interface.
à2 function buttons (Step ▾ and Enter p)
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35.5 (1.4)
119.5 (4.7)
136.8 (5.39)
71.8 (2.83)
40 (1.58)
32.5 (1.28)
40 (1.58)
Figure 6: RFU630-041xx: Dimensions of the threaded mounting hole, unit: mm (inch), decimal
separator: period
3.2.2 Read range
The environment influences the UHF field of the integrated antenna, making it impossi‐
ble to provide a “clear” demarcation of the sensing range of the reading field:
•Application-specific reflections can result in both overreaches and “holes”
(destructive interferences).
•Other factors that can significantly impact the read range include:
°Orientation of the transponder antenna relative to the antenna of the device
°Transponder quality: The quality depends on the antenna gain, the integrated
transponder chip and its sensitivity, the reflected energy.
°Material of the carrier object (plastic, wood, metal)
°Objects between the device and transponder that can affect the UHF field
(items, liquids, people).
In addition to the read results, the device can also output diagnostic data. The diagnos‐
tic data (e.g., RSSI values) provide an indication of the read quality. This diagnostic data
can be used to achieve optimum read results when setting up the system.
The radiation pattern for the device’s antenna was obtained in a reproducible environ‐
ment for illustrative purposes. For this purpose, an anechoic chamber was used as a
reflection-free room.
The diagram shows how the UHF field propagates in a reflection-free space. The dia‐
gram cannot be used to draw any conclusions on the likely sensing range of the reading
field in a real on-site application.
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0° 15°
30°
45°
60°
75°
90°
105°
120°
135°
150°
165°
180°
–165°
–150°
–135°
–120°
–105°
–90°
–75°
–60°
–45°
–30°
–15°
–33
–30
–27
–24
–21
–18
–15
–12
–9
–6
–3
0
3
6
9
2
1
Figure 7: Radiation pattern of the RFU630-131xx integrated antenna (typical): Measured
antenna gain in dBic at 866.5MHz, RHCP (right-hand circularly polarized)
1Horizontal plane (azimuth)
2Vertical plane (elevation)
2Evaluation level (vertical)
The radiation pattern of the RFA630-x00 external UHF antenna is identical to the
internal antenna of the RFU630-131xx.
NOTE
The values given in the diagram are achieved with optimal alignment of the trans‐
ponder relative to the antenna of the device, see "Mounting the device", page 33.
3.2.3 Scope of delivery
The delivery of the device includes the following components:
Table 3: RFU630: scope of delivery
No. of
units
Component Notes
1 Device in the ordered variant
(connection variant and coun‐
try variant), xx = region assign‐
ment)
RFU630-131xx or RFU630-041xx
Delivery state:
•The M12 electrical connections are equipped
with screwed on protective elements, e.g., pro‐
tective caps.
•The antenna connectors are equipped with
screwed metal protective caps.
•The shared side cover of the USB interface and
the card slot for an optional memory card is
closed and screwed tight.
Without connecting cables and brackets
1 Printed Safety Notes (safety
information), multilingual
The document contains:
•Information on safe handling of the device
•Note for online access to the operating instruc‐
tions and other documentation
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