The OEM transponders of SIMATIC RTLS are customer-specific transponders. The enclosures can be defined according to customer requirements and thus an adaptation of the type of construction to the application is possible. The installation in third-party devices such as screwdrivers makes it possible to locate each device along the process.
The power supply is usually provided by the third-party device, but external power supply of the printed-circuit boards is also possible. Various OEM printed-circuit boards are available and the entire technology range of the RTLS portfolio can thus be represented. The technology variants UWB only, CHIRP only and also Hybrid are available.
Application
Typical applications for the OEM transponders are, for example, tool location. Here, the PCB is installed directly in the tool. Another possible use is the locating of service employees who only temporarily enter the company premises. The printed-circuit boards are typically integrated in objects that are to be temporarily carried along by the personnel.