PEPPERL+FUCHS IQH1-F61-V1 RFID Read_Write Head

Technical Overview

High-frequency 13.56 MHz RFID read/write head with IP67 protection, 0-50mm range, M12 connector, and flat ABS housing for industrial identification.

Key Features

Operating frequency 13.56 MHz
Conforms to ISO 15693 standard
Suitable for FRAM transponders
Particularly flat construction for easy integration
Connection via V1 plug (M12 x 1) cable
Degree of protection IP67 for harsh environments
Can be mounted on metal
Designed for connection to an IDENTControl control interface/evaluation unit
Read/write distance of 0 to 50 mm
Robust ABS housing material
Data transfer rate of 26 kBit/s

Technical Specification Matrix

Parameter	Value
Operating Frequency	13.56 MHz
Standard Conformity	ISO 15693-2:2006, ISO 15693-3:2009, ISO 18000-3
Transfer Rate	26 kBit/s
Sensing Range (Read/Write Distance)	0 ... 50 mm
Power Consumption	≤ 1.3 W
Supply	From the IDENTControl evaluation unit
Ambient Temperature	-25 ... 70 °C (-13 ... 158 °F)
Storage Temperature	-40 ... 85 °C (-40 ... 185 °F)
Degree of Protection	IP67
Connection Type	M12 x 1 connector (V1 plug)
Housing Material	ABS
Encapsulation Compound	WEVO 403FL/300
Cable Length	20 cm
Installation Distance between two heads (Multiplex on)	≥ 100 mm
Installation Distance between two heads (Multiplex off)	≥ 150 mm
Physical Weight (kg)	0.05
Dimensions L x W x H (cm)	8 x 4.5 x 1.48

Industrial Applications

1. Automated Material Handling & Tracking in Manufacturing

The IQH1-F61-V1 can be integrated into conveyor systems or automated guided vehicles (AGVs) to identify and track workpieces, tools, or containers. Its 0-50 mm read/write distance is ideal for close-range identification, and its ability to be mounted on metal, coupled with an IP67 rating, ensures reliable operation in demanding factory environments.

Problem Solved

Ensures accurate, real-time tracking of items on a production line, reducing errors, improving inventory management, and optimizing workflow by automating identification steps that would otherwise require manual scanning or visual checks.

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2. Tool Identification and Management in Robotic Workcells

In robotic workcells, tools or end-effectors can be equipped with FRAM transponders. The IQH1-F61-V1, with its flat design, M12 connection, and -25 to 70 °C operating temperature range, can be easily integrated near tool changers or workstations to automatically identify the currently present or required tool.

Problem Solved

Prevents tool mix-ups, verifies correct tool usage for specific tasks, and automates tool history logging (e.g., usage count, last calibration date) by reading and writing data to the FRAM transponder on the tool, enhancing process reliability and safety.

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3. Access Control and Component Verification in Assembly Lines

The read/write head can be positioned at critical assembly stations to verify the presence and type of components equipped with transponders before assembly proceeds. Its IP67 rating protects against spills or cleaning agents, and its 13.56 MHz frequency with ISO 15693 is standard for industrial identification in such applications, connecting to an IDENTControl system.

Problem Solved

Guarantees that only correct and authorized components are used in assembly, reducing costly errors, preventing rework, and ensuring product quality by linking component identity to the assembly process via the IDENTControl system.

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