PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
SIEMENS 6GT2898-0AC20 - PROFINET IO Communication Module
This module integrates SIEMENS SIMATIC RF200, RF300, and RF600 series RFID readers into PROFINET IO industrial Ethernet networks. It functions as a gateway, enabling high-speed data exchange between RFID identification systems and PROFINET-enabled controllers. The unit provides a standardized interface for robust data acquisition, tracking, and control within automated production environments.
Technical Specifications:
- SERIES/FAMILY: SIMATIC RF (RFID Systems)
- COMPONENT TYPE: PROFINET IO Communication Module
- ELECTRICAL SPECS:
- NOMINAL VOLTAGE: 24V DC
- CURRENT CONSUMPTION: Typically < 200mA (module only, without readers)
- MECHANICAL/PHYSICAL:
- FORM FACTOR: Compact industrial module
- MOUNTING: DIN rail
- INTERFACE/CONTROL:
- NETWORK PROTOCOL: PROFINET IO
- ETHERNET PORTS: 2x RJ45 (integrated switch for line topology)
- READER INTERFACE: Up to 4x RFID readers (e.g., via RS422 or proprietary SIEMENS RF interfaces)
- DATA TRANSFER RATE: 100 Mbit/s (Fast Ethernet)
- ENVIRONMENTAL/MOUNTING:
- IP RATING: IP20
- COOLING METHOD: Natural convection
- OPERATING TEMPERATURE: 0 to +55 °C
- COMPATIBILITY/APPLICATION:
- COMPATIBLE READERS: SIEMENS SIMATIC RF200, RF300, RF600 series
- CONTROLLER COMPATIBILITY: SIMATIC S7 PLCs and other PROFINET IO controllers
- TYPICAL APPLICATIONS: Production line tracking, material flow control, asset management, tool identification, automated assembly, logistics.