The SIMATIC RF160B pistol grip is an ergonomic accessory that transforms the handheld RF160B RFID reader from a tablet-style form factor into a pistol-grip scanner. For logistics and warehouse operators performing hundreds or thousands of scans per shift, the pistol configuration reduces wrist strain and improves pointing accuracy — the difference between a tool that is comfortable for an eight-hour shift and one that causes fatigue after the first hour.

How does the pistol grip attach to the RF160B?

The grip attaches mechanically to the RF160B reader body without tools or additional hardware. It is a purely structural accessory — no electronic connection, no pass-through wiring, no impact on RF performance. The RF160B reader unit (6GT2003-0FA00) is required and sold separately. Once attached, the trigger and function buttons on the RF160B remain accessible, and the combined unit can be set down on a flat surface without disassembly.

When should I add the pistol grip?

If the RF160B is used primarily at a fixed station or for occasional scanning, the pistol grip may not be necessary. But for any application involving sustained handheld operation — inventory rounds, receiving dock checks, asset audits — the grip pays for itself in operator comfort and scan accuracy. At 0.1 kg, it adds negligible weight to the overall assembly.