Transponder
7.1 Overview
SIMATIC RF600
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7.1.5.4 Minimum distances between antennas and transponders
The antennas listed here are all far field antennas. For this reason, a minimum distance
between antennas and transponders must be maintained to ensure reliable transponder data
access:
Table 7- 7 Minimum distances to be maintained between antennas and transponders
Minimum distances to be maintained
RF642A 200 mm
7.1.6 Influence of conducting walls on the range
Influence of conducting walls on the range
If there are metallic (reflecting) surfaces in the immediate vicinity of the transponder, this
can have a negative effect on the write/read range. Test the environmental conditions
before using the transponder.