Connecting cable to the reader
10.1 Routing of standard cables
RF180C communication module
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Operating Instructions, 12/2012, J31069-D0177-U001-A6-7618
Maximum cable length
The RF180C can be operated with every reader configuration with the maximum cable
length of 50 m. In some situations, longer connecting cables up to 1000 m are possible. The
current consumption of the connected reader must however be taken into account. You will
find further information in the relevant system manuals.
Joining more than two cables to form a long cable should be avoided due to the additional
contact resistances.
Pin assignment
Table 10- 1 M12 connecting cable ↔ reader
M12 connector (male)
Reader connector (female)
1
2
2
5
3
3
4
4
5
6
6
1
7
–
8
7
Table 10- 2 Connecting cable/extension cable M12 ↔ M12
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
4
5
5
6
6
7
7
8
8