3 AB 5016RF Electromagnetic Absorber for RFID Application Product Description 3 5016RF is magnetic sheet for the radio frequency identification application. 3 5016RF is designed to have high magnetic permeability at 13.56MHz. This product effectively solves the interference effect of tag and reader in the metal surrounding atmosphere. 3 5016RF consists of dark color magnetic material layer and pressure sensitive adhesive. 3 5016RF is available 100mm X 100mm sheet. in standard Applications 3 5016RF is typically used for the 13.56MHz RFID reader and tag to be mounted directly upon highly conductive surface. This might be the reader antenna surrounded by metallic body or tag mounted on conductive substrate such as gas bottles. However, it is not possible to communicate each other under this metallic atmosphere. The magnetic fluxes through the conductive surface induce eddy current within the conductor, which opposes the field responsible for their creation. It reduces the magnetic field on the surface of the conductor to such a degree that communication between reader and tag becomes no longer possible. By inserting 3 5016RF between antenna and conductor surface it is possible to largely prevent the occurrences of the eddy currents. This makes it possible to mount the antenna on metal surface AB5016RF Effectiveness Many factors determine true communication range such as antenna size, sensitivity, field intensity, modulation algorithm and environment. As shown in Fig. 2, just simple inserting AB5016RF can increase communication distance. To maximize the performance, it is necessary to take into account the fact that the inductance of antenna may be increased by AB5016RF. AB5016RF - Typical Properties Properties Typical Value Type of absorber material Product Structure Total thickness Sintered ferrite sheet Ferrite sheet with top & bottom side adhesive tape 0.16mm (0.1mm ferrite sheet, Top & bottom 0.03mm adhesive layer) Magnetic permeability 1 105 (at 13.56MHz) Standard size Resistivity 2 100mm x 100mm 1x106 Operating temperature -30 ~ +85 1. This value was measured with Agilent E4991A RF Impedance/Material analyzer 2. Test method is ASTM D257 3M Electrical Markets Division Fig.1 Real and Imaginary part of Permeability with Frequency Fig. 2 Data Communication Length between TRH031 Reader (3ALogics Inc.) and 14443A Type Standard Card with Different Slotting Condition. 3M Electrical Markets Division 3M is a trademark of 3M. Important Notice All statements, technical information and for a particular purpose which warranties are hereby recommendations related to the Seller's products are expressly disclaimed. based on information believed to be reliable, but the accuracy or completeness thereof is not guaranteed. SELLER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE TO THE USER OR Before utilizing the product, the user should determine ANY OTHER PERSON UNDER ANY LEGAL THEORY, the suitability of the product for its intended use. The user INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO NEGLIGENCE OR assumes all risks and liability whatsoever in connection STRICT LIABILITY, FOR ANY INJURY OR FOR ANY with such use. DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SUSTAINED OR Any statements or recommendations of the Seller, which INCURRED BY REASON OF THE USE OF ANY OF are not contained in the Seller's current publications, THE SELLER'S PRODUCTS THAT WERE DEFECTIVE. shall have no force or effect unless contained in an agreement signed by an authorized officer of the Seller. The statements contained herein are made in lieu of all warranties, expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness Electrical Products Division 6801 River Place Blvd. Austin, TX 78726-9000 http://www.3m.com/elpd (c) 3M 2003 3M Electrical Markets Division Mouser Electronics Authorized Distributor Click to View Pricing, Inventory, Delivery & Lifecycle Information: 3M: AB5016RF-4"X4"