TELEMECANIQUE XGCS49/89 — RFID Systems
Telemecanique XGCS49/89: compact RFID smart antenna with integrated controller, 13.56 MHz, 10–100 mm sensing, Modbus RTU, M12, IP65.
Status: In production
Brand: Telemecanique
Product: Compact RFID smart antenna, 13.56 MHz, RS485 (Modbus RTU / Uni-Telway)
RFID frequency: 13.56 MHz
Nominal sensing distance: 10–70 mm (XGCS4901201), 20–100 mm (XGCS8901201)
Protocol: Modbus RTU, Uni-Telway (RS485)
Current consumption: < 60 mA
Degree of protection: IP65
XGCS4901201 and XGCS8901201 are the compact RFID smart antennas with RS485 interface in the Telemecanique OsiSense XG range. The antenna, the RFID controller and the communication protocol are integrated in a single housing; they read and write 13.56 MHz ISO 15693 and ISO 14443 tags with automatic detection of the tag type. XGCS4901201 has a 40 × 40 × 15 mm flat form with 10–70 mm nominal sensing distance, XGCS8901201 an 80 × 80 × 26 mm flat form with 20–100 mm. Connection is by a male 5-pin A-coded M12 connector on a 0.2 m shielded cable.
The antennas support the Modbus RTU and Uni-Telway protocols; the data rate (9,600–115,200 baud) is detected automatically and no configuration is required. Up to 15 smart antennas can be connected to the same RS485 network, exchanging up to 123 words per request. The network address is set by presenting the XGSZCNF01 RFID configuration badge supplied with the antenna. Supply is 24 V DC PELV (19.2–29 V DC) with a current consumption below 60 mA. Operating temperature is -25 to +70 °C and the degree of protection IP65; XGSZ33ETH, XGSZ33PDP and TCSAMT31FP boxes connect them to networks.
Telemecanique XGCS49/89 technical specifications
| General | |
|---|---|
| Product type | Compact smart antenna (integrated controller) |
| RFID frequency | 13.56 MHz |
| Associated tags | ISO 15693 and ISO 14443 tags, automatic detection of the tag type |
| Compatible RFID chips | Fujitsu MB89R118/MB89R119, INSIDE micropass, EM Microelectronic EM4135, STM CRIX4K, NXP SL2/SL1/Ultralight/Std 1K/4K/Desfire, Texas Tag-it HFI |
| Electrical characteristics | |
| Rated supply voltage | 24 V DC (PELV) |
| Supply voltage limits | 19.2–29 V DC |
| Current consumption | < 60 mA |
| Electrical connection | Male M12 connector, 5-pin, A-coded, on 0.2 m shielded cable |
| Outputs and indicators | |
| Communication port | RS485 |
| Protocol | Modbus RTU, Uni-Telway |
| Transmission rate | 9,600–115,200 baud (automatic detection) |
| Antennas per network | up to 15 |
| Network address | 1 to 15, set with XGSZCNF01 configuration badge |
| Status LEDs | Communication network: 1 LED, RFID communication: 1 LED (dual colour) |
| Environmental | |
| Operating temperature | -25 to +70 °C |
| Storage temperature | -40 to +85 °C |
| Degree of protection | IP65 (IEC 60529) |
| Vibration resistance | 2 mm (5–29.5 Hz), 7 gn (29.5–150 Hz), IEC 60068-2-6 |
| Shock resistance | 30 gn for 11 ms, IEC 60068-2-27 |
| IK degree of protection | IK02 (IEC 62262) |
| Product certifications | UL, FCC, CE |
| Standards | ETSI EN 300 330-1/-2, ETSI EN 301 489-1/-3 |
| Mechanical and connection | |
| Dimensions | 40 × 40 × 15 mm / 80 × 80 × 26 mm (by reference) |
| Warranty | 18 months |
Telemecanique XGCS49/89 models
| Reference | Dimensions | Nominal sensing distance | Tightening torque | Net weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XGCS4901201 | 40 × 40 × 15 mm | 10–70 mm | < 1 N·m | 0.057 kg |
| XGCS8901201 | 80 × 80 × 26 mm | 20–100 mm | < 3 N·m | 0.257 kg |
Key features
- Antenna, RFID controller and protocol in one housing; no programming required
- Automatic detection of data rate, format and protocol
- Network address (1 to 15) set with the supplied XGSZCNF01 badge
- Up to 15 antennas on the same RS485 network, M12 connector wiring
- Auto read/write: up to 10 instructions executed automatically when a tag enters the zone
- Sleep mode: the field is activated only on a read or write instruction
XGCS49/89 ordering codes
| Part number | Description |
|---|---|
| XGCS4901201 | Compact smart antenna, flat form 40 × 40 × 15 mm, RS485, M12 on 0.2 m cable |
| XGCS8901201 | Compact smart antenna, flat form 80 × 80 × 26 mm, RS485, M12 on 0.2 m cable |
XGCS49/89 accessories
Accessories listed by the manufacturer for this product (ordered separately):
| Part number | Description |
|---|---|
| XGSZCNF01 | Address configuration badge (supplied with the antenna) |
| TCSMCN1M1F1 | Modbus shielded cable, male/female M12, A-coded, IP67, 1 m |
| TCSMCN1M1F2 | Modbus shielded cable, male/female M12, A-coded, IP67, 2 m |
| TCSMCN1M1F5 | Modbus shielded cable, male/female M12, A-coded, IP67, 5 m |
| TCSMCN1M1F10 | Modbus shielded cable, male/female M12, A-coded, IP67, 10 m |
| TCSMCN1F2 | Modbus shielded pre-wired female M12 / bare wires, IP67, 2 m |
| TCSMCN1F5 | Modbus shielded pre-wired female M12 / bare wires, IP67, 5 m |
| TCSMCN1F10 | Modbus shielded pre-wired female M12 / bare wires, IP67, 10 m |
| TCSCTN011M11F | RS485 network T-connector, M12, 5-pin, 1 male / 2 female |
| TCSAMT31FP | Modbus / Uni-Telway tap-off box, 3 antenna channels |
| XGSZ33ETH | Modbus TCP/IP Ethernet connection box, 3 channels |
| XGSZ33PDP | PROFIBUS-DP connection box, 3 channels |
| XGFEC540 | Conveying type field expander (for XGCS4901201) |
| XGFEC2525 | Universal field expander (for XGCS4901201) |
| XGSZ24 | RS232C/RS485 line adaptor, 35 mm DIN rail |
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All product specifications are subject to change without notice. Source: Telemecanique Sensors product reference pages (https://www.telemecaniquesensors.com/global/en/product/reference/XGCS4901201, https://www.telemecaniquesensors.com/global/en/product/reference/XGCS8901201), downloads.telemecaniquesensors.com product data sheets (XGCS4901201_EN.pdf, XGCS8901201_EN.pdf, 30 July 2024) and catalogue ‘Radio frequency identification, XG range’ TESEBRO000048EN (February 2024, V1.1) (accessed 25 September 2026).