Purchase now: Schmersal 103004318 RST 260-1 Actuator
Purchase now: Atlantech Drives provides you the Schmersal 103004318 (Model: RST 260-1), the dedicated Actuator component for the high-tech RSS 260 series of RFID Safety Sensors. It is crucial to understand that this part number is only the actuator (the passive tag), not the electronic sensor itself. It is designed for mounting on the moving part of the safety guard (door, flap, or cover).
Technical Specifications and RFID Technology
The RST 260-1 utilizes Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology to communicate with the RSS 260 sensor. This allows for a high level of tamper protection (Coding Level High according to ISO 14119). The actuator is compact, measuring approximately **39 x 18 x 29.5 mm**, and is made of durable thermoplastic. It allows for flexible actuation directions (from the side or front), giving machine builders freedom in design.
- Part Number: 103004318.
- Model: RST 260-1.
- Type: RFID Actuator (Tag).
- Compatible Sensor: Schmersal RSS 260 series.
- Mounting: 2 x M4 screws.
- Dimensions: 39.2 x 18 x 29.5 mm.
- Material: Plastic, glass-fibre reinforced.
- Protection: IP 65 / IP 67 (when installed).
- Coding: Standard / Individual (depending on sensor teaching).
Expert Installation Advice: Metal Mounting
Unlike magnetic actuators, RFID tags are more robust but can still be affected by metal. Expert Tip: The RST 260-1 can usually be mounted on metal, but ensure you respect the minimum distance specified in the manual to adjacent metal parts to avoid detuning the antenna. Also, when installing multiple sensors close to each other, ensure a minimum distance of 100mm between two RST 260-1 actuators to prevent «cross-talk» or interference between the RFID fields.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is this actuator universal for all RSS sensors?
A: No. The RST 260-1 is specifically designed for the **RSS 260** housing geometry. The RSS 36 or RSS 16 sensors use different actuators (RST 36 / RST 16).
Q: Does it have a battery?
A: No, the RST 260-1 is a passive RFID tag. It receives its energy wirelessly from the field generated by the RSS 260 sensor unit.
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