What transmission distances are supported?

The supported distance depends on the product variant: RoProxCon® SoM: 5 mm to 20 mmRoProxCon® Data: 0 mm to 10 mmRoProxCon® Hybrid: 0 mm to 5 mm

Contactless Data and Power Transmission for Industrial Applications

Q: How is power transmitted in addition to data?

The RoProxCon® SoM enables wireless data transmission only. With RoProxCon® Hybrid, wireless power transmission of up to 30 W is provided through inductive coupling, allowing simultaneous data and power transfer.

Q: What is the maximum allowable misalignment of RoProxCon®?

The maximum allowable misalignment for RoProxCon® SoM, Data, and Hybrid is ±2 mm.

Q: Is it possible to power a device on the receiving side, such as a sensor?

Yes. RoProxCon® Hybrid can provide power to sensors and small actuators on the receiving side while simultaneously transmitting data.

Q: What if the power requirement exceeds 30 W, for example for a robotic drive motor?

RoProxCon® Hybrid currently supports power transmission of up to 30 W. Future expansions of the RoProxCon® portfolio will address applications requiring higher power levels.

Data and Power Transmission with RoProxCon^® - Contactless and Real-Time

Contactless transmission technologies enable the transfer of data and power without physical contact. Based on 60 GHz wireless technology, RoProxCon^® delivers real-time data transmission at rates of up to 3.125 Gbps while simultaneously delivering power.

The technology has been specifically developed for industrial applications where reliability, robustness, and low maintenance requirements are essential, even under dynamic operating conditions.

When Conventional Connection Technology Reach Its Limits

Cables, connectors, and slip rings are frequently exposed to mechanical stress. Motion, vibration, and rotation can lead to wear, cable failures, and contact issues.

The result:

Unplanned downtime
Increasing maintenance costs
Reduced system availability

Conventional connections technologies reach their technical limits, particularly in rotating, moving, or modular systems.

The Solution: RoProxCon^®

RoProxCon^® transmits data and power contactlessly, eliminating the need for mechanical contacts. Reliable transmission is maintained across air gaps and through non-metallic materials, providing greater flexibility in system design and integration.

This reduces wear-related failures, lowers maintenance requirements, and increases system availability.

The robust 60 GHz radio technology ensures reliable, interference-resistant transmission even in demanding industrial environments. RoProxCon^® is ideally suited for robotics, rotating systems, automated guided vehicles (AGVs), and modular machinery and automation systems.

Benefits of Contactless Data and Power Transmission with RoProxCon^®

Wear-Free and Maintenance-Free

No mechanical contacts, no wear, and unlimited mating cycles.

Maximum System Availability

No cable failures or contact issues, resulting in reduced downtime.

High Flexibility

Mechanically decoupled design with tolerance to misalignment and varying distances.

Robust and Reliable

Dependable performance even in demanding industrial environments.

Easy Integration

Suitable for both new installations and retrofit applications.

Versatile Application Options

Protocol-independent technology with the ability to transmit through non-metallic materials.

Technical Features

Real-Time Full-Duplex Data Transmission for continuous bidirectional communication
60 GHz Wireless Technology for stable and high-performance signal transmission
Data Rates up to 3.125 Gbps for demanding industrial applications
Transmission Distance of up to 20 mm while maintaining reliable performance
Rotation-Independent Transmission for maximum design flexibility and freedom of movement
Hermetically Sealed System for operation in harsh industrial environments
Contactless Power Transmission of up to 30 W for simultaneous power and data transfer

RoProxCon^® Applications

Reliable data and power transmission in robotic arms, end effectors, and tool changers – even during continuous motion.

Flexible connectivity for modular production equipment and automated manufacturing systems.

Contactless power and data transmission for moving units in conveyor systems and autonomous vehicles.

Efficient transmission in rotary tables, spindles, and rotating assemblies without slip rings.

Factory Automation Single Pair Ethernet SPE Industrial Connector

Fast adaptation and expansion of machinery through flexible contactless interfaces.

Reliable data and power transmission for drone systems, payloads, and docking stations – even with frequent coupling and decoupling cycles.

Industrial Protocol Support and Real-Time Performance

RoProxCon^® enables gigabit-speed full-duplex data transmission and operates completely protocol-independent. This allows seamless integration into existing systems without requiring modifications to communication architectures or network protocols.

Supported Standards:

10/100/1000BASE-T1
EtherNet/IP
PROFINET
EtherCAT
Additional Industrial Ethernet protocols

Designed for time-critical applications requiring low latency and high reliability.

Integration and Retrofit

RoProxCon^® can be seamlessly integrated into existing systems and is suitable for both new designs and retrofit projects.

Its compact design supports modern Industry 4.0 concepts and enables future-ready machine and system architectures.

Technology Partnership

Products based on contactless technology are becoming increasingly popular. They offer enhanced functionality, especially in applications where conventional connector interfaces are impractical or impossible to use.
RoProxCon^®, Rosenberger’s unique contactless connector concept, integrates STMicroelectronics’ 60 GHz RF transceiver, combining Rosenberger’s expertise in connector and high-frequency technology with ST’s semiconductor technology to deliver a forward-looking solution.

Learn more on the ST Website

FAQs

Unlike conventional galvanic contacts, contactless transmission does not require a mechanical connection. Data and power are transmitted across an air gap using wireless technologies, eliminating wear, contamination, and contact degradation caused by friction.

The RoProxCon^® SoM enables wireless data transmission only. With RoProxCon^® Hybrid, wireless power transmission of up to 30 W is provided through inductive coupling, allowing simultaneous data and power transfer.

The supported distance depends on the product variant:

RoProxCon^® SoM: 5 mm to 20 mm
RoProxCon^® Data: 0 mm to 10 mm
RoProxCon^® Hybrid: 0 mm to 5 mm

The 60 GHz signal can pass through non-conductive materials such as plastics. The suitability of specific materials should be evaluated through application testing.

For more detailed information, please refer to the White Paper.

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The maximum allowable misalignment for RoProxCon^® SoM, Data, and Hybrid is ±2 mm.

The Qi standard is specified for power transfer up to 15 W. Rosenberger has developed its own proprietary wireless power transfer solution for RoProxCon^® Hybrid, enabling power transmission of up to 30 W.

Yes. RoProxCon^® Hybrid can provide power to sensors and small actuators on the receiving side while simultaneously transmitting data.

Yes. An integrated Foreign Object Detection (FOD) algorithm ensures safe and reliable power transfer by detecting unintended objects within the transmission area.

RoProxCon^® Hybrid currently supports power transmission of up to 30 W. Future expansions of the RoProxCon^® portfolio will address applications requiring higher power levels.

With dimensions of only approximately 12 to 14 mm, the RoProxCon^® SoM is extremely compact and ideally suited for applications with limited installation space.

RoProxCon^® supports the transmission of digital baseband signals only. The SoM is based on ST’s ST60 technology and requires an NRC-coded baseband signal with data rates of up to 3.125 Gbps. Direct transmission of analog RF signals is not supported.

The RoProxCon^® SoM provides a latency of approximately 7 ns, while RoProxCon^® Hybrid and RoProxCon^® Data achieve latencies of less than 1 µs. This performance is enabled by the integrated Ethernet PHY, making RoProxCon^® an excellent choice for real-time industrial applications.

The power transmission efficiency of RoProxCon^® Hybrid is approximately 80%, with an output power of up to 30 W.

Contact

Learn more about the applications of RoProxCon^® and discuss your requirements with our expert.

Simon Huber
Product Manager Industries

Rosenberger Hochfrequenztechnik GmbH & Co. KG
Hauptstraße 1
83413 Fridolfing
GERMANY
Phone: +49 8684 18-2102
E-Mail: Simon.Huber@rosenberger.com

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RoProxCon - Contactless Data and Power Transmission - Flyer pdf RoProxCon^®-Whitepaper EN pdf Robotic Applications and Automatied Testing Systems - Flyer pdf