Title: OMRON V680HAM42DRT High-Performance 13.56 MHz HF RFID Antenna Head for Industrial Automation and Traceability

Product Overview:
The OMRON V680HAM42DRT is a robust and high-performance 13.56 MHz High-Frequency (HF) RFID antenna head, specifically engineered to meet the rigorous demands of industrial automation environments. Designed as a crucial component of the OMRON V680 series RFID system, this antenna facilitates reliable and accurate non-contact data reading and writing to RFID tags. Its compact yet durable construction ensures seamless integration into diverse manufacturing, logistics, and material handling applications, providing unparalleled efficiency in tracking assets, managing inventory, and ensuring product traceability. The V680HAM42DRT is instrumental in optimizing operational workflows, reducing manual errors, and enhancing overall productivity through precise and rapid data acquisition. This advanced RFID antenna is an essential tool for businesses aiming to achieve superior data integrity and operational transparency in their automated processes.

Key Features & Benefits:

 High-Frequency (HF) Operation: Operates at 13.56 MHz, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of ISO/IEC 15693 and ISO/IEC 14443-A/B compliant RFID tags, ideal for industrial data management and global standardization.
 Robust Industrial Design: Engineered with a durable housing and an IP67 protection rating, providing exceptional resistance to dust, water, and harsh industrial conditions, ensuring long-term reliability and minimal downtime.
 Optimized Read/Write Performance: Delivers fast and accurate data capture, minimizing processing times and enhancing the efficiency of automated tracking systems, even in high-speed applications.
 Seamless System Integration: Designed for effortless compatibility with OMRON V680 series RFID controllers and components, simplifying setup, configuration, and expansion of existing RFID infrastructures.
 Compact Form Factor: Its small footprint allows for flexible installation in space-constrained areas on production lines, conveyors, machinery, and robotic cells without impeding operations.
 Enhanced Traceability: Enables precise tracking of work-in-progress (WIP), finished goods, tools, and assets, supporting comprehensive supply chain visibility, quality control, and regulatory compliance.
 Reduced Operational Costs: Automates data collection, significantly decreasing manual labor, minimizing human errors, and improving inventory accuracy, leading to substantial cost savings and improved resource allocation.
 Versatile Application Support: Suitable for a broad spectrum of industrial uses, from automotive assembly and pharmaceutical serialization to food processing and logistics, offering adaptable solutions for various industries.
 Reliable Data Communication: Ensures stable and consistent data exchange, critical for maintaining continuous operation in high-throughput environments, preventing data loss and ensuring operational continuity.

Applications:

The OMRON V680HAM42DRT RFID antenna head is an indispensable tool for a wide array of industrial applications requiring precise and automated data capture, enhancing efficiency and accuracy across various sectors:
 Automotive Manufacturing: Tracking parts, sub-assemblies, and vehicles on the assembly line, ensuring correct component installation, quality assurance, and real-time production monitoring.
 Pharmaceutical Production: Managing batch traceability, serialization, and anti-counterfeiting measures for medications and medical devices, ensuring compliance with strict industry regulations.
 Food and Beverage Processing: Monitoring product flow, ensuring ingredient traceability from farm to fork, and managing expiration dates for enhanced food safety and regulatory compliance.
 Logistics and Warehousing: Automated inventory management, asset tracking, and precise location identification of goods within distribution centers, optimizing storage and retrieval processes.
 Material Handling Systems: Optimizing the flow of materials on conveyors, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and robotic systems, improving throughput and reducing bottlenecks.
 Work-in-Progress (WIP) Tracking: Monitoring the status and location of products throughout the manufacturing process, providing real-time visibility and improving production efficiency.
 Tool and Equipment Management: Tracking high-value tools, jigs, and fixtures to prevent loss, ensure availability, and manage maintenance schedules, extending asset lifespan.
 Assembly Line Automation: Facilitating automated identification and verification steps, reducing manual intervention, improving throughput, and ensuring product quality at each stage.

Technical Specifications:

 Model: V680HAM42DRT
 Part Number (with special characters): V680-HAM42-DRT
 Part Number (without special characters): V680HAM42DRT
 Operating Frequency: 13.56 MHz (High Frequency - HF)
 RFID Standard Compatibility: ISO/IEC 15693, ISO/IEC 14443-A/B (read/write capability depends on connected controller and tag type)
 Antenna Type: Integrated Antenna Head
 Connection Interface: M12 Connector (standard industrial connection for power and data)
 Protection Rating: IP67 (Dust-tight and protected against immersion in water up to 1m for 30 minutes)
 Operating Temperature Range: -25°C to +70°C (-13°F to +158°F)
 Storage Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F)
 Humidity: 35% to 95% RH (non-condensing)
 Vibration Resistance: 10 to 150 Hz, 0.75 mm amplitude, 10 G acceleration (IEC 60068-2-6 compliant)
 Shock Resistance: 150 m/s² (IEC 60068-2-27 compliant)
 Housing Material: High-grade industrial plastic (e.g., PBT, ABS) for maximum durability
 Dimensions (Approximate): 42 mm (W) x 42 mm (H) x 20 mm (D)
 Weight: 0.25 kg (0.55 lbs)
 Mounting: Screw mounting for secure and stable installation in industrial environments