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IH-110 Industrial HF RFID Reader with Ethernet, Modbus TCP, IP67
IP67 13.56 MHz reader/writer for production lines: reads ISO 15693 tags at up to 110 mm and connects to PLCs via Modbus TCP over Ethernet or Modbus RTU over RS232/RS485.
- Reads ISO 15693 tags at up to 110 mm and writes at up to 100 mm with a Ø30 mm industrial tag
- ISO 14443A support: 60 mm read and 50 mm write with a blank ISO card
- 10/100 Mbps Ethernet plus RS232 and RS485; Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU and TCP/UDP
- Optional Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n) and optional heater that switches on at –5 °C
- 2 digital inputs, 2 digital outputs, tag RSSI reporting, LED and buzzer
- Frequency
- 13.56 MHz (ISO 15693 / ISO 14443A)
- Read range
- Up to 110 mm (ISO 15693, Ø30 mm tag)
- Interfaces
- Ethernet, RS232, RS485 (Wi-Fi optional)
- Protocols
- Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, TCP/UDP
- Power
- 9–24 V DC, 3 W max
- Protection
- IP67, –40 to +85 °C
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Industrial HF RFID Reader with Ethernet, Modbus TCP, IP67: overview
The IH-110 is an industrial HF RFID reader/writer for production and assembly lines where a PLC, rather than a PC, needs to know which pallet, carrier or tray has reached a station. It operates at 13.56 MHz with ISO/IEC 15693 and ISO/IEC 14443A tags, inside a sealed 95 × 95 × 40 mm IP67 enclosure rated from –40 to +85 °C, so it can sit beside conveyors in food-processing, parts-assembly and other demanding line environments.
With a Ø30 mm industrial ISO 15693 tag, the reader is rated to read at up to 110 mm and write at up to 100 mm. With a blank ISO 14443A card, those figures are 60 mm and 50 mm. It also reports tag RSSI, which is useful when commissioning a station or checking that a carrier has stopped squarely over the antenna.
Network connectivity is what sets it apart from our RS485 read heads. A 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port carries Modbus TCP or plain TCP/UDP, while the RS232 and RS485 ports (9600–115200 bit/s) handle Modbus RTU. Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n) is available as a build option, and cold sites can add an automatic heater that switches on at –5 °C.
Integration notes
Supply 9–24 V DC and size the power source for 3 W maximum draw and a start-up current of up to 1 A. Connections are made through an industrial pigtail cable that breaks out into five leads. Two digital inputs and two digital outputs are available for trigger sensors and signaling; request the I/O electrical ratings before wiring. An LED and buzzer show reader status, the firmware is upgradable, and an API kit with C, C# and Java sample programs is provided for host software.
More features
- IP67 housing, 95 × 95 × 40 mm, rated –40 to +85 °C
- 9–24 V DC, 3 W max; API with C, C# and Java sample programs
IH-110 specifications
RF & tags
| Operating frequency | 13.56 MHz |
|---|---|
| Air protocols | ISO/IEC 15693, ISO/IEC 14443A |
| Max read distance | ISO 15693: 110 mm; ISO 14443A: 60 mm (tag-dependent) |
| Max write distance | ISO 15693: 100 mm; ISO 14443A: 50 mm (tag-dependent) |
| Reference tags | ISO 15693: Ø30 mm industrial tag; ISO 14443A: blank ISO card |
| Tag RSSI | Reported |
| Antenna | Integrated PCB antenna |
Interfaces & software
| Wired interfaces | RJ45 Ethernet (10/100 Mbps), RS232, RS485 |
|---|---|
| Serial baud rate | 9600–115200 bit/s |
| Protocols | Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, TCP/UDP |
| Wi-Fi | IEEE 802.11 b/g/n (optional) |
| GPIO | 2 inputs, 2 outputs |
| Status indication | LED, buzzer |
| Firmware | Upgradable (extensible upgrade mechanism) |
| Software support | API development kit with C, C# and Java sample programs |
Electrical
| Supply voltage | 9–24 V DC |
|---|---|
| Power consumption | 3 W max |
| Start-up current | 1 A max |
Mechanical & environment
| Dimensions | 95 × 95 × 40 mm |
|---|---|
| Weight | approx. 1.1 kg (complete set) |
| Cabling | Industrial pigtail cable, one-to-five breakout |
| Ingress protection | IP67 (IEC) |
| Operating temperature | –40 to +85 °C |
| Operating humidity | 5–95% RH, non-condensing |
| Heater | Optional automatic heater, switches on at –5 °C (specified per site) |
Build options
| Variant SKU | Wired interfaces | Wireless | Protocols |
|---|---|---|---|
| IH-110-NET | Ethernet 10/100 Mbps, RS232, RS485 | None | Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, TCP/UDP |
| IH-110-NET-WF | Ethernet 10/100 Mbps, RS232, RS485 | Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11 b/g/n | Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, TCP/UDP |
The low-temperature heater can be added to either build; state it on your RFQ.
Read and write distance by tag type
| Tag standard | Reference tag | Max read | Max write |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISO/IEC 15693 | Ø30 mm industrial tag | 110 mm | 100 mm |
| ISO/IEC 14443A | Blank ISO card | 60 mm | 50 mm |
Maximum values; metal nearby and smaller tags reduce range.
Industrial HF reader family comparison
| SKU | Form factor | Dimensions | Rated read distance | With Ø30 mm industrial tag | Interfaces | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IH-110 | Square networked reader/writer | 95 × 95 × 40 mm | Up to 110 mm (ISO 15693) | 110 mm read / 100 mm write | Ethernet, RS232, RS485 (Wi-Fi optional) | approx. 1.1 kg |
| IH-120 | M30 threaded barrel read head | Ø30 × 65 mm | 0–80 mm | approx. 45–60 mm (by build) | RS485 | approx. 140 g |
| IH-130 | Square block read head | 40 × 40 × 45 mm | 0–80 mm | approx. 60 mm | RS485 | approx. 120 g |
| IH-140 | Compact threaded barrel read head | Ø30 × 60 mm | 0–50 mm | approx. 35 mm | RS485 | approx. 80 g |
Read figures are tag-dependent. Weights are for the complete set as supplied.
Specifications can change between production batches. Confirm the current revision with us before placing volume orders.
Ordering options
Quote the SKU that matches your frequency, interface and mounting. Not sure? Send us your controller model and we will pick the variant for you.
| SKU | Configuration | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| IH-110-NET | 13.56 MHz industrial reader/writer, IP67, Ethernet + RS232 + RS485, Modbus TCP/RTU (heater optional) | |
| IH-110-NET-WF | As IH-110-NET with added Wi-Fi IEEE 802.11 b/g/n (heater optional) |
Where the IH-110 is used
- Identifying pallets or workpiece carriers as they stop at each assembly station
- Tracking trays through automated food-processing lines
- Writing batch or process-step data to ISO 15693 tags on part carriers
- Connecting several line stations to one PLC over Modbus TCP
- Triggering reads from a photo-eye wired to a digital input
IH-110 FAQ
Which controllers can the IH-110 connect to?
It speaks Modbus TCP and plain TCP/UDP over Ethernet and Modbus RTU over its RS232 and RS485 ports, so it fits PLCs and HMIs that support either Modbus variant. Custom host software can use the API kit instead.
How far does it read and write?
Up to 110 mm read and 100 mm write on ISO 15693 with a Ø30 mm industrial tag, and 60 mm read and 50 mm write on ISO 14443A with a blank ISO card. Metal close to the antenna and smaller tags shorten these distances, so test with your own tag and bracket.
Can it be used in cold or wet areas?
The housing is IP67 and rated for operation from –40 to +85 °C at 5–95% non-condensing humidity. An automatic heater that switches on at –5 °C can be fitted as an option when ordering.
What power supply does it need?
9–24 V DC. Allow for 3 W maximum consumption and a start-up current of up to 1 A per reader.
Is Wi-Fi standard?
No. Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n) is a build option, ordered as IH-110-NET-WF. The standard IH-110-NET uses Ethernet, RS232 and RS485.
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