Rockwell Automation 56RF RFID 18 mm Cylindrical Transceiver User Manual
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Installation and Operating Instructions
Bulletin 56RF RFID 18 mm Cylindrical Transceiver
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Description
The cylindrical M18 transceiver is designed for use with the
Allen-Bradley high frequency 13.56 MHz RFID system. This
transceiver is ISO 15693 compliant and can read/write ICODE
tags SLI and SL2, allowing infinite tag configuration options
from various manufacturers. Local LEDs allow for quick visual
diagnosis of module status and read/write status.
Cylindrical M18 transceivers are recommended for panel
mounting and for use with tags with a diameter of 10…50 mm.
Transceivers can be mounted up to 91.4 m (300 ft) away from
the interface module, and tags are readable from distances up
to 2.2 in. (55 mm). This transceiver has an enclosure rating of
IP67 and is designed to withstand harsh industrial
environments.
Features
• 3.56 MHz high frequency RFID solution
• ICODE ISO 15693/ISO 18000-3 M1 Compliant
• Read/write speeds up to 625 B/s
• Transceivers can be mounted up to 91.4 m (300 ft) away
from interface modules
• Built-in LEDs for diagnostics
• Reliable performance in harsh environments
Typical Applications
• Asset tracking
• Data acquisition
• Product handling
• Tool management
• Automotive
• Food and pharmaceutical
• Security and entrance
Minimum Distances [mm (in.)]
> 100 (3.9)
> 150 (5.9)
Antenna
>25(0.98)
>25(0.98)
>11 (0.43)
Between transceivers, face to face
Between transceivers
side by side
Between transceiver and
surrounding metal
Specifications
* Non-condensing
‡ Range reference for a 50 mm diameter tag
Product Selection
Scanning Area
Note: Referenced to 50 mm disc tag. Ideal tag distance for maximum performance is
20…45 mm (0.79…1.77).
Supply Voltage
24V DC
Max. Current Consumption
100 mA
Tag Compatibility
ICODE tags SLI, SL2
ISO 15693/ISO 18000-3 M1
Connector
M12 4-Pin Male
Communication Systems
Half duplex communication system
(RS-485)
Baud Rate (Host)
9600, 19200, 38400, and 115200 bps
Frequency
13.56 MHz
Baud Rate (Tag)
26.48 Kbps
Data Length
8-bit
Operating Temperature
[C (F)] -25°…+70° (-13°…+158°)
Storage Temperature
[C (F)]
-40
°…+85° (-40°…+185°)
Operating Humidity*
35…95% RH
Storage Humidity*
25…85% RH
Vibration
10 g at 10…500 Hz
Shock Resistance
50 g
Enclosure Rating
IP67
Material
PBT and nickel-plated steel
Recommended Sensing
Distance‡ [mm (in.)]
30 (1.18)
Max. Sensing Distance‡
[mm (in.)]
55 (2.16)
Max. Distance from Interface
Module [m (ft)]
91.4 (300)
Compliance
CE
Description
Cat. No.
M18 cylindrical transceiver
56RF-TR-M18
Misalignment (mm)
Sensing Distance (mm)
0
45
Side Lobe
Side Lobe
OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
0
-80
-40
40
80
20
40
60
70
30