Balluff Photoelectric Sensors

Category: Photoelectric Sensors

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Product family RFID systems

Tip: Start with the frequency (LF / HF / UHF), then match tag style, read distance, and interface (IO-Link, fieldbus, Ethernet) to your application.

Balluff RFID systems in LF, HF and UHF

Industrial identification & traceability

Contactless identification Tags, readers & processors For tracking & production control

Balluff RFID systems help you identify, track, and trace parts, tools, workpiece carriers, and logistics units—reliably and without line of sight. Choose the right technology based on your environment, required reading distance, and data needs.

The BIS portfolio covers LF for robust use near metal/liquid and short distances, HF for fast data transfer and flexible applications, and UHF for long ranges and multi-tag reading—ideal for logistics and material flow.

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Use the series table below to pick the best RFID family for your process.

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What special features are available for Balluff RFID systems?

Balluff RFID components are designed for industrial environments and easy integration—covering tags, readers, antennas, and processor units for many automation architectures.

Portfolio options

LF, HF and UHF frequency ranges for different distances and environments
Passive tags with unique ID (read-only ID) plus writable memory variants
Readers and read/write heads for compact mounting and robust use
Processor/evaluation units for multi-reader systems
Interfaces for common industrial networks (fieldbus/Ethernet), plus IO-Link options
Accessories for quick installation in machines, lines, and transfer systems

Built for real-world production

High transmission speed options (HF high-speed components)
Multi-tag reading and long-distance identification (UHF)
Solutions suited for metal-rich areas and challenging media (LF)
High degrees of protection available (up to IP68/69K depending on component)
Flexible combination of tag style and read head to match the machine design
Easy commissioning and parameterization options (depending on system)

Practical note: If you need maximum range and fast material flow, consider UHF. For speed + medium range and global HF standards, choose HF. For robust short range near metal/liquid, choose LF.

Which RFID series are available (and how do I compare them)?

Below is a practical overview of common Balluff RFID families, including frequency, typical read range, standards, and integration notes.

Definition: RFID uses tags (data carriers) and readers to identify objects without line of sight—often enabling traceability and data-at-the-part in automation.

Series	Frequency	Range (typ.)	Standards / Notes	Components	Integration / Use
UHF RFID system (BIS U) Long-range identification & multi-tag reading	UHF	up to 6 m	ISO/IEC 18000-6C / EPC Gen2 compatible tags; suited for high-speed processes and logistics	Tags, readers, antennas, evaluation units	Material flow, shipping/receiving, warehouse & line tracking Often used for many tags at once
HF RFID system (BIS M) Fast transmission for larger data volumes	HF (13.56 MHz)	up to 400 mm	Supports ISO 15693 and ISO 14443A; high-speed components available for time-critical tasks	Tags, read/write heads, processors	Part tracking near the process, palletizing, production control IO-Link components available
LF RFID system (BIS C) Robust identification; strong in harsh industrial areas	LF	up to 500 mm	Designed for rugged use; tag/reader combinations for flexible machine integration	Tags, readers, evaluation units	Tool tracking, transfer systems, harsh environments Rugged mechanical designs
LF RFID system (BIS L) Short-range, economical identification	LF	up to 100 mm	Short distances; typically used where a robust, simple ID is sufficient	Tags, compact readers	Simple identification at stations and fixtures Good when read distance is limited by design

Selection guidance: decide your read distance and environment first, then confirm standards, memory needs, and interfaces for your controls architecture.

Where are RFID systems used?

RFID is widely used in automation to assign a reliable identity to parts and carriers, enabling traceability, recipe control, and fast changeovers—without line of sight.

Typical applications

Workpiece carrier tracking in transfer systems and assembly lines
Production control (write data to the part/carrier and read it at each station)
Tool identification and tool-life tracking
Logistics, warehouse and conveyor identification (especially UHF)

Why teams standardize on Balluff RFID

Complete systems (tags, readers, processors, accessories)
Choice of frequencies for the exact distance and environment
Integration flexibility with IO-Link and common industrial networks
Operational efficiency through reduced manual scanning and fewer errors

Short definition: An RFID system uses a tag (data carrier) and a reader to identify objects wirelessly—supporting traceability, automation, and data availability at the point of use.

FAQ: Balluff RFID systems (LF, HF and UHF)

Clear answers that help engineers and maintenance teams select the right RFID technology.

Choose UHF for long distances and multi-tag reading (often logistics/material flow), HF for medium ranges with fast data transfer and standardized use, and LF for robust short-range identification—often preferred in challenging industrial conditions.

A typical system includes tags (data carriers) attached to the object, readers/read-write heads, and—depending on architecture—processor/evaluation units plus accessories for mounting and cabling.

Yes—many RFID tags provide writable memory. Depending on the family, tags may use different memory technologies and sizes. The unique ID is typically fixed (read-only), while user memory can be read/written for production data and traceability.

Integration depends on the system design: some readers support IO-Link or serial interfaces, while larger installations often use processor/evaluation units and common fieldbus/Ethernet networks for fast, scalable integration.

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