Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
Industrial Systems
54RF General Purpose
A general purpose RFID solution to streamline your manufacturing processes.
An Allen-Bradley 54RF Industrial RFID system consists of three key components:
- Communication Interfaces to either a network or controller
The 54RF family Industrial RFID interfaces provide integration of the transceivers used for reading and writing to tags with EtherNet/IP, ControlNet and DeviceNet networks or the SLC and MicroLogix (DF1) backplanes. Integration into an Allen-Bradley Logix System is easily accomplished with Logix Profiles, sample code and other developer tools. 54RF family RFID interfaces are available in a variety styles and are specified for the network or backplane required.
Interface Network or Backplane 54RF-IN-IPF EtherNet/IP Control Interface for FF Style Tags 54RF-IN-IPG EtherNet/IP Control Interface for GG Style Tags 54RF-IN-46F SLC Backplane Control Interface for FF Style Tags 54RF-IN-46G SLC Backplane Control Interface for GG Style Tags 54RF-IN-DF1F MicroLogix DF1 Control Interface for FF Style Tags 54RF-IN-DF1G MicroLogix DF1 Control Interface for GG Style Tags 54RF-IN-CNF ControlNet Control Interface for FF Style Tags 54RF-IN-CNG ControlNet Control Interface for GG Style Tags 54RF-IN-DNF DeviceNet Control Interface for FF Style Tags 54RF-IN-DNG DeviceNet Control Interface for FF Style Tags For additional interface options, contact your local authorized
Allen-Bradley Distributor or Rockwell Automation Sales Office. - Transceivers at each point or station in the manufacturing process where identification or the reading/writing of information is desired
The 54RF family Industrial RFID transceivers are available in three different physical shapes allowing for optimal read distance and mounting in locations where tags are being read or written to. Plus, 54RF family transceivers can be mounted up to 1000 feet from the network or I/O interface modules, allowing for extreme flexibility in system design and layout. Transceivers are connected to network or Allen-Bradley I/O interface modules via 57RF family cables with M12 quick connectors for additional modularity and ease of use.
Transceiver Optimal Sensing Distance 54RF-TR-ERC 25mm to 45mm depending on tag style used 54RF-TR-ERD 55mm to 80mm depending on tag style used 54RF-TR-ERE 80mm to 100mm depending on tag style used - RFID Tags: one for each item, pallet, tote, or transport fixture used in the manufacturing process
The 54RF family Industrial RFID tags are available in 7 byte (character) read-only and 2Kbyte read/write memory configurations. Designed for billions of read/write cycles, these reusable tags feature a rugged, urethane-filled Rislan® housing to ensure long life and reliable operation in the most demanding industrial environments. 54RF tags are available in 4 different shapes and styles for sensing distances up to 3.5 inches (100mm). Data can be read from or transferred to the tags at speeds up to 200 bytes (characters) per second, allowing for use in high-speed applications.
Tag Transceiver-Tag Optimal Sensing Distance Tag Memory 54RF-TR-ERC 54RF-TR-ERD 54RF-TR-ERE 54RF-TG-FFA 25mm 55mm 80mm 7 byte 54RF-TG-FFB 25mm 68mm 100mm 7 byte 54RF-TG-FFB7FP 25mm 68mm 100mm 7 byte 54RF-TG-GGA2K 23mm 55mm n/a 2K byte 54RF-TG-GGB2 45mm 80mm 100mm 2K byte
System Features
- Interfaces available for EtherNet/IP™, ControlNet™ and DeviceNet™, as well as MicroLogix™ (DF1) and 1746 backplanes
- Three rugged transceiver styles designed for industrial locations
- 1.5MHz low frequency technology for enhanced immunity to EMI, interference from metallic reflective surfaces, oil, water, and other potentially disruptive materials
- Seven character read-only or 2Kbyte read/write tags
- Read/write speeds to 200 characters per second (cps) + 25ms/instruction
- Four tag styles with sensing distances of 3.5 inches (100mm)
- Reusable Rislan® tags assure long life and reliable performance in harsh environments