Round Metal Tags

Features

  • Small size makes round metal tag unobtrusive
  • Photo anodized aluminum resists abrasion, solvents, sun, salt air, and high temperatures
  • DataMatrix symbology on round metal tag utilizes only one-tenth the space of traditional bar codes
  • High redundancy in DataMatrix symbology means bar code will still read if as much as 60% of the image is destroyed

Metalcraft’s Foil 2D Dot is an ideal identification solution for small parts tracking.

The Foil 2D Dot excels in extreme conditions where abrasion and high temperatures may be an issue. The 2D DataMatrix ECC200 barcode symbology allows you to identify and track property as well as record calibration and maintenance information in one-tenth the space of traditional bar codes.

What are some common applications for round metal tags?

Round metal tags can be used in a variety of applications, including:

  • Asset Tracking: Aluminum round metal tags can be used to label and track assets such as equipment, machinery, and tools. These tags can be engraved or stamped with unique identifiers such as serial numbers or barcodes for easy identification and tracking.
  • Inventory Control: Round metal tags can also be used to control inventory by marking items with identifying information such as part numbers or descriptions. This helps to keep track of inventory levels and reduce the risk of stockouts or overstocking.
  • Identification: Aluminum round metal tags can be used for identification purposes, such as for pets, livestock, or even for people in some settings. These tags can be customized with names, phone numbers, or other identifying information for easy identification in case of loss or emergency.
Specifications Data
Material .003" thick matte anodized aluminum
Serialization All alphanumeric DataMatrix codes are photo imaged with a human-readable equivalent. Guaranteed no skips in sequence. Standard symbology is 2D DataMatrix ECC200, which includes the full set of ASCII characters. DataMatrix is a highly redundant bar code and is still readable if up to 60% of the bar code is destroyed.
Label Copy The label copy may include bar code and human-readable equivalent.
Colors Choose black copy with silver background or silver copy with black background.
Standard Adhesive Pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive
Sizes .375" x .375"
Packaging Shipped 100 per sheet. Cartons are clearly marked to indicate serial numbers of contents. Pressure-sensitive adhesive orders are shipped with application tool and instructions.
Shipment 10 business days
Chemical Abrasion Heat UV/Outdoor Total Score
3 3 3 4 3.25

Price Table

Size 1 - 299 300 - 499 500 - 999 1000 - 2999 3000 - 4999 5000 - 6999 7000 - 9999
.75" x .75" $3.12 $1.50 $1.24 $0.88 $0.62 $0.57 $0.55
.50" x .50" $2.50 $1.50 $0.96 $0.52 $0.22 $0.21 $0.19
.375" x .375" $3.12 $1.50 $0.93 $0.51 $0.27 $0.21 $0.18

Color Price Table

Size 1 - 299 300 - 499 500 - 999 1000 - 2999 3000 - 4999 5000 - 6999 7000 - 9999
.75" x .75" $4.68 $2.15 $1.67 $1.14 $0.75 $0.66 $0.63
.50" x .50" $4.67 $2.15 $1.27 $0.72 $0.32 $0.26 $0.22
.375" x .375" $4.68 $2.15 $1.30 $0.70 $0.33 $0.25 $0.21

IT Assets

Destructive Test Summary
A label with an intensified image was tested in a weatherometer, 20 years equivalent; reduced overall readability after these thresholds
Destructive Test Data
Chemical Test Data
Characteristics Test conditions Effect
Water/humidity no effect
Salt spray 5% at 95°F, 700 hours no effect
Ammonium hydroxide 2 hours at 1% and 5% Slight dulling of image, affects overall readability
Ethyl alcohol no effect
Ethyl acetate 24 hours no effect
Ferric Chloride 10%, 16 hours no effect
Heptane 72 hours no effect
Hydrocarbon fluid no effect
JP-4 Fuel no effect
Kerosene no effect
Methyl Ethyl Ketone no effect
Nitric acid 1%, 40 hours no effect
Phosphoric acid 1%, 40 hours no effect
Skydrol no effect
Sodium hydroxide Affects overall readability
Sulfuric acid 10%, 24 hours no effect
Turbine and jet fuel (MIL-L 5161C) (MIL-L 5161C) no effect
Tetra Sodium Pyrophosphate 1%, 40 hours no effect
Trisodium Phosphate no effect
Temperature Test Summary
A label with an intensified image was tested for 265 hours at 500°F, 90 hours at 600°F, 60 hours at 700°F; reduced overall readability after these thresholds
Temperature Test Data
Read Range Test Data
Barcode Readability Test Data
Abrasion Test Summary
A plate with an intensified image was brushed for 7,000 cycles with stiff nylon wheel (C-17) at a 1,000 gm (16 ox.) load; reduced overall readability after these thresholds
Abrasion Test Data
Label Adhesion Test Data
Pull Test Data