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Rugged, highly connected Cobalt C0405 RFID integrated controller/antenna bring fast and low cost RFID to the factory floor. The C0405 offers direct serial connectivity and network connectivity via Datalogic’s series of Gateways. The microprocessor architecture used by all C-Series family products accommodates advanced automation features such as C-Macro™, plug’n'play hardware replacement and modular system expansion. Industrial M12 connectors ensure trouble free operation inside the industrial environment for manufacturing applications such as machine control, work-in-progress and other factory automation applications.

FEATURES & BENEFITS

• COBALT HF family architecture including C-MACRO™ command software for easy integration with industrial control systems.
• Rugged M12 Connectors and industrial design assure protection from moisture and dust in harsh environments.
• Easy to read LED indicators provide helpful diagnostics.
• Advanced electronics permit longer read/write distance, and reduced sensitivity to the proximity of metal in the field for higher performance in difficult environments.
• C-Macro™ command software, and advanced micro-processing reduce network traffic between reader and host Integrated controller/antenna design eliminates cabling restrictions for easier installation.
• Plug ‘n’ Play allows effortless installation of additional Cobalt controllers on a network.
• Multi-tag firmware allows groups of tags to be read in the same field at the same time.

APPLICATIONS
This product series has been developed to satisfy to requirements of the following reference applications:

• Automated pharmaceutical
• Packaging machines
• Electronics manufacturing
• Hard disk drive manufacturing
• Work-in-progress
• Tool tracking

For more information, here is the Cobalt Datasheet or for other solutions check out the RFID Product Guide.