Pepperl+Fuchs IC-KP2-2HB17-2V1D Control Interface Unit

Technical Overview

High-performance RFID control interface with integrated 2-port Ethernet switch. Supports PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, TCP/IP, Modbus TCP, and dual read/write heads.

Key Features

LED status indicators for bus communication, read/write heads, and active commands
Network loop-through functionality via integrated 2-port switch
Connection capability for up to two read/write heads, or one head and one trigger sensor
Robust powder-coated aluminum housing suitable for control cabinet and IP67 field use
Simple device addressing via integrated rotary switch settings
Shielded M12 connections and consistent EMC-compliant grounding design

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Number of read/write heads	max. 2 (alternatively 1 read/write head and 1 trigger sensor)
UL File Number	E87056
MTBF	70 a (Operation at +40 °C)
Rated operating voltage	20 ... 30 V DC, PELV
Ripple	≤ 10 % at 30 V DC
Current consumption	≤ 4 A incl. read/write heads
Power consumption	3.5 W Without read/write heads
Galvanic isolation	Basic insulation acc. to DIN EN 50178, rated insulation voltage of 50 Veff
Communication Interfaces	2x Ethernet RJ45 (M12 plug connection)
Supported Protocols	SMTP, HTTP, TCP/IP (Port 10000), MODBUS/TCP, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET IO
Transfer rate	10 MBit/s or 100 MBit/s
Degree of protection	IP67 conforming to IEC 60529
Ambient temperature	-25 ... 70 °C (-13 ... 158 °F)
Climatic conditions	Air humidity max. 96 %, Salt spray resistant to EN 60068-2-52
Shock and impact resistance	Oscillation: 5 g (10-1000 Hz); Shock: 30 g (11 ms)
Housing material	Powder coated aluminum
Physical Weight (kg)	0.3
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	13.7 x 6.2 x 4.2

Industrial Applications

1. Automotive Assembly Conveyor Tracking

Connecting dual HF/UHF read/write heads to identify transponders mounted on chassis carriers, transmitting data back to a PROFINET IO controller.

Problem Solved

Avoids the complexity of individual fieldbus drop lines by utilizing the integrated 2-port Ethernet switch to daisy-chain multiple interface units.

PROFINET IO2-port switchread/write headsM12 connection

2. Harsh Food & Beverage Processing Washdown

Installing RFID tag tracking controllers directly on machine frames exposed to daily chemical washdowns and salt mist.

Problem Solved

Eliminates the cost of sealed enclosures due to the IP67 powder-coated aluminum housing and salt spray resistant certification.

IP67powder coated aluminumSalt spray resistantM12 plug connection

3. Triggered Intralogistics Sorting Systems

Configuring the control unit to use one read/write head paired with a physical trigger photoelectric sensor to track incoming shipping crates.

Problem Solved

Saves processing overhead by only enabling the RFID reader when a carton physically breaks the optical beam, preventing constant scanning cycles.

trigger sensorread/write headTCP/IPMODBUS/TCP