The Siemens SIMATIC RF200 reader RF290R without antenna, with serial RS-232 / RS-422 interface, article number 6GT2821-0AC12, is an industrial RFID reader designed for contactless identification applications. This reader is supplied without an antenna and is intended for use with external Siemens antennas ANT D2, ANT D5, ANT D6, or ANT D10. It supports selectable serial communication via RS-232 or RS-422 and is used to read and write compatible RFID transponders in automation, logistics, and manufacturing environments.
The Siemens 6GT2821-0AC12 SIMATIC RF200 reader RF290R is used in industrial identification systems where contactless data capture is required. Typical applications include production lines, conveyor systems, material tracking, workpiece identification, and logistics processes. When combined with compatible external antennas ANT D2, ANT D5, ANT D6, or ANT D10, the reader enables reliable RFID communication in fixed-mount automation installations using serial RS-232 or RS-422 interfaces.
| Connection for external antenna | Yes |
| Degree of protection (IP) | IP65 |
| Depth | 140 mm |
| Frequency | 13.56 MHz |
| Height | 80 mm |
| Housing material | Aluminium |
| Max. transmission range | 650 mm |
| Max. transmission rate, reading | 26.5 kBit/s |
| Max. transmission rate, writing | 26.5 kBit/s |
| Number of digital inputs | 1 |
| Number of digital outputs | 1 |
| Type of voltage (input voltage) | DC |
| Width | 200 mm |
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