The Siemens SIMATIC RF1060R (6GT2831-6AA60) is an HF 13.56 MHz RFID access control reader for building and facility access management. It reads modern HF smart cards and transponders conforming to ISO 14443 A/B (including MIFARE), ISO 15693, FeliCa, NXP NTAG21x, and HID iClass. With a simple USB 2.0 interface and integrated BLE, the RF1060R is a cost-effective choice for access control installations that do not require legacy LF 125 kHz badge support.

What Transponder Technologies Does the RF1060R Support?

The RF1060R operates exclusively on the HF 13.56 MHz band and supports ISO 14443 A/B (including MIFARE Classic, MIFARE DESFire), ISO 15693, FeliCa, NXP NTAG21x, and HID iClass transponders. It does not support LF 125 kHz technologies (HITAG, EM41xx). For environments that require both LF and HF badge reading, see the RF1040R dual-frequency model. The maximum RF data transfer rate is 424 kbit/s, and the typical read range is up to 30 mm depending on transponder type.

How Does the RF1060R Connect to an Access Control System?

The RF1060R connects to a host PC or access control panel via USB 2.0 using the supplied 1.8 m cable with Type-A connector. It is a bus-powered device — no external power supply is needed, drawing 5 V DC directly from the USB port with typical current consumption of 150 mA (maximum 300 mA). Integrated Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) at 2.4 GHz supports wireless communication with mobile devices for configuration and credential presentation.

What Are the Installation Requirements?

The RF1060R shares the same compact housing as the RF1040R: 90 × 62 × 23.5 mm, PC-GF polycarbonate material in titanium gray. It mounts to a cabinet or wall using four M4 screws, with no minimum distance required from metal surfaces. The front face is rated IP65 for indoor and sheltered outdoor use, while the rear is IP20. Operating temperature range is −25 °C to +55 °C. A 3-color LED indicates power, tag detection, and error states.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the RF1060R and RF1040R?

The RF1060R (6GT2831-6AA60) is an HF-only reader operating at 13.56 MHz with a USB-only interface. The RF1040R (6GT2831-6CA60) adds LF 125 kHz support for legacy HITAG and EM41xx badges, plus an RS232 serial interface alongside USB. Choose the RF1060R when your facility exclusively uses modern HF smart cards and you only need USB connectivity.

Can the RF1060R read multiple tags at once?

Yes. The RF1060R supports multi-tag reading, detecting and processing multiple transponders simultaneously within its read field at up to 424 kbit/s RF data rate.

Does the RF1060R support mobile access via BLE?

Yes, the RF1060R includes integrated BLE hardware supporting mobile credential presentation and configuration via Bluetooth Low Energy. A BLE license may be required depending on firmware version and application requirements.