Connecting An Antenna To The Reader - Siemens Simatic RF600 System Manual

Antenna Mounting Kit
The Antenna Mounting Kit allows the fine adjustment of the antenna field by setting the solid
angle (see "RF600 System Manual", chapter "Antennas" > "Mounting types").
6.3.4

Connecting an antenna to the reader

The SIMATIC RF640A antenna must be connected to the reader using an antenna cable.
Preassembled standard cables in lengths of 3 m, 10 m, and 20 m are available for the
connection.
The range of the antenna is limited by the cable loss. The maximum range can be achieved
with the cable 6GT2815-0BH30 (length 3 m), since this has the lowest cable loss.
Requirement
Note
Use of Siemens antenna cable
To ensure optimum functioning of the antenna, it is recommended that a Siemens antenna
cable be used in accordance with the list of accessories.
Strain relief
The antenna cable is provided with strain relief as shown in the following diagram:
①
②
③
Figure 6-12
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RF640A antenna connection (30 cm connecting cable)
RF600 antenna cable
Strain relief (should take place at this position)
Strain relief
Antennas
6.3 Antenna RF640A
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