UHF RFID Tag – High Protecting On-Metal – Industrial-grade plastic – NXP® UCODE® 8 – 128×30×8.5 mm
Price range: $5.00 through $136.00
This rugged, high-protection on-metal RFID hard tag is engineered for dependable metallic asset identification in outdoor and harsh industrial environments.
Featuring a durable low-profile housing and secure mounting points, the tag remains firmly attached and delivers consistent performance when applied directly to metal surfaces.
Operating Frequency: UHF 865-868 MHz(EU) | UHF 902-928 MHz(US)
Chip Type: NXP® UCODE® 8
Communication Protocol: ISO/IEC 18000-63, EPCglobal Gen 2v2
EPC Memory: 128 bits
Read Range(2W ERP): FCC(On metal): 25m | ETSI(On metal): 30m
Read Range(Handheld Reader): FCC(On metal): 20m | ETSI(On metal): 20m
It is well suited for heavy-industry asset management, metal equipment tracking, oil and gas operations, mining, automated production lines, warehouse racking, and container identification.
Reading performance
@ETSI Standard
@FCC Standard
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What is an on-metal UHF RFID hard tag for harsh environments?
An on-metal UHF RFID hard tag is a purpose-built identification device designed to operate reliably when attached to metallic assets—where conventional RFID labels often fail. In industrial and outdoor environments, metal surfaces, vibration, and exposure to weather can significantly degrade RF performance. This type of hard tag addresses those challenges by combining a mechanically robust structure with RF optimization specifically engineered for metal mounting, ensuring dependable identification and long-term operational stability.
Key Features
- Optimized for direct mounting on metal without performance degradation
- Rugged construction suitable for outdoor and industrial use
- Consistent readability in dense tag and high-interference environments
- Designed for long service life with minimal maintenance requirements
How Does It Work?
The tag operates by integrating a UHF RFID chip with a metal-compatible antenna structure, housed within a protective enclosure. The internal design isolates the antenna from the metal surface while using the metal itself as part of the RF environment, rather than a source of interference. Once energized by a UHF reader, the tag reflects a modulated signal containing its unique identifier, enabling fast and reliable identification even in complex industrial settings.
Applications and Benefits
- Heavy industry asset tracking for large metal equipment
- Asset visibility in oil, gas, and mining operations
- Traceability of metal components in automated production lines
- Identification of containers, racks, and returnable transport items
By combining on-metal RF reliability with industrial-grade durability, this UHF RFID hard tag delivers a practical and trusted solution for organizations seeking accurate asset visibility in the most demanding environments.
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