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Why SIMATIC RF200/RF300 HF RFID systems?

SIMATIC RF200/RF300 provide reliable HF RFID identification to increase efficiency, transparency and quality across production and intralogistics. Their robust design, fast data transmission and global standards help ensure stable performance, even in harsh environments. With seamless TIA and cloud integration, they enable flexible automation, easy commissioning and long‑term investment protection.

Maximum transparency and process reliability

SIMATIC RF200/RF300 deliver fast, accurate HF RFID identification at every step of production and intralogistics. This improves traceability, reduces errors and enables reliable, real‑time process visibility across the value chain

Flexible, scalable integration into any system

The systems integrate easily into TIA, IT and cloud environments, supporting IO‑Link, OPC UA and PROFINET. With robust components and open standards, they scale seamlessly from small assembly lines to complex automation setups.

Robust performance in harsh environments

Engineered for durability, SIMATIC RF200 and RF300 provide reliable identification even in extreme conditions. Temperature-resistant transponders, robust components and EX-certified readers provide long-term investment protection.

Capabilities

Identification of load carriers in production

Identification and control of workpiece carriers is an essential part of the production process. Production and quality data for components are stored on the carrier and updated dynamically as the carrier moves through each production stage. SIMATIC RFID improves production transparency and quality, reliably checking and documenting every processing stage and achieving full traceability at the component level.

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Identification in harsh environments

In the paint shop, unambiguous identification of bodywork is essential to its order-specified color.

SIMATIC RFID meets even the toughest environmental requirements in paint shops, with a high degree of protection and chemical and temperature resistance. Durable and robust components with EX-certification offer high investment protection and safety.

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Positioning of AGVs in order-related manufacturing

AGVs are key elements in flexible manufacturing as mobile workpiece carriers. SIMATIC RFID systems control AGV paths and track each vehicle’s exact position. With an RFID reader mounted underneath the AGV and transponders embedded in the floor, the system stores position data and monitors behavior such as speed and route execution.

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Overhead monorail system in manufacturing

Many production plants use electric monorail systems to transport workpieces. In these systems, workpieces are automatically identified and assigned to targeted production process controls.

SIMATIC RF300 stores and dynamically reads and writes all relevant production and quality data to high-memory transponders attached to every holder. Very fast data transmission allows efficient conveying speed.

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Frequently asked questions

Additional resources and related products

Product details

SiePortal | Product overview SIMATIC RF200

SiePortal | Product overview SIMATIC RF300

SiePortal | Certificates SIMATIC RF200

SiePortal | Certificates SIMATIC RF300

SiePortal | Manuals SIMATIC RF200

SiePortal | Manuals SIMATIC RF300

Tools & downloads

PDF | SIMATIC Ident iPDF Brochure

PDF | Starter Kit SIMATIC RF300

PDF | SIMATIC Ident in automotive industry

TIA Selection Tool | Product configuration

Support

Online support | All products

Online support | Technical Forum

Online support | Create new support request

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