Turck Q175 UHF read/write head

Turck has added the Q175 compact UHF read/write head to its RFID portfolio.

Designed to communicate with multiple data carriers, the Q175 uses both HF (high frequency) and UHF (ultra high frequency) RFID technologies. Turck says this capability allows it to expand its RFID technology to accommodate diverse industrial production and logistics processes.

With a ready-to-deploy design, the active read/write head supports the ISO 18000-6C and EPCglobal Gen 2 Standards and can be easily integrated into existing production lines. For use in harsh applications, the Q175 combines its antenna and electronics in a robust IP67 aluminium housing.

It also allows direct mounting on metal and can be used at high temperatures or in autoclaves.

The read/write head can be operated on Turck’s modular and block BL ident RFID systems simultaneously with HF components.