Universal Eco-Mini RFID Tag
Features
- Up to 25 ft. read range on metal surfaces
- 40% less material than previous product
- Ideal for item level retail tracking
- Perfect for one-time applications
- Available for Next Day Delivery
- Description
- Specifications
- Testing Information
- Chemical Testing
- Temperature Testing
Want more? More performance, more savings, and more sustainability? Then you want Metalcraft’s Universal Eco-Mini RFID Tag! And for good reason – using a patented inlay design and passive RFID technology, the Universal Eco-Mini RFID Tag boasts a 25 ft. read range on metal at a fraction of the cost of other on-metal RFID tags on the market. The Universal Eco-Mini RFID Tag is an onsite printable RFID product that is ideal for on-metal applications where repeated usage isn’t necessary like item level inventory tracking in retail applications. The Universal Eco-Mini RFID Tag leverages the same technology as the rest of Metalcraft’s Universal RFID Product Line, but with more of a focus on applications like item level retail inventory tracking on metal surfaces. The Universal Eco-Mini RFID Tag uses 40% less material than the previous version making them more environmentally and ecologically friendly. Plus, they work with many standard RFID printers.
| Material | Thermal transfer printable polyester |
| Serialization | RFID programming |
| Label Copy | Blank or service bureau option |
| Colors | Blank or black only (service bureau) |
| Standard Adhesive | Permanent, pressure-sensitive adhesive |
| Frequency | Custom designed UHF inlay optimized for use between 902 - 928 MHz. ( UHF, Class I Gen 2 ) |
| Sizes | 2.75" x .75" |
| Packaging | Shipped in convenient 1000-piece rolls that load easily into industry-leading industrial thermal transfer printers. |
| Shipment | Available for Next Day Delivery |
Chemical Testing Summary
The Onsite Printable Universal Mini tags were attached to a sheet of glass submerged in various chemicals for a 3 week period. Observations were made at the following intervals: 2 hours, 24 hours, 1 week, 2 weeks, and 3 weeks. A Motorola handheld RFID reader was used to test the samples.
Chemical Testing Data
| Length of Immersion | Water | Glass Cleaner | Bathroom Cleaner | Isop Alcohol | Acetone | NaOH | HCl | Brake Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 hours | no effect | no effect | no effect | no effect | no effect | no effect | no effect | no effect |
| 24 hours | no effect | no effect | no effect | no effect | no effect | no effect | no effect | no effect |
| 1 week | no effect | no effect | RFID tag read with difficulty | no read | tag structure weakened | tag detached | no effect | no effect |
| 2 weeks | no effeect | RFID tag read with difficulty | RFID tag read with difficulty | no read | no read | tag detached | no read | no effect |
| 3 weeks | tag peeled easily | tag peeled easily | no read; tag peeled easily | no read; tag peeled easily | no read | tag detached | no read; tag peeled easily | no effect |
Temperature Testing Summary
High-temperature resistance test - these tags were attached to a sheet of glass at raised temperatures for 10 minutes. Tags were then removed from the oven and tested for readability immediately. Low-temperature resistance test - these tags were attached to a sheet of glass at low temperatures outdoors. Tags were then checked for readability with a Motorola handheld RFID reader. Tags survived and were readable for 19 hours in Iowa winter conditions with temperatures between -21 °F to 26 °F with no signs of failure
Temperature Testing Data
| Temperature | RFID read test | Tag appearance |
|---|---|---|
| 125 °F | reads well | no change |
| 135 °F | reads well | no change |
| 145 °F | reads well | no change |
| 165 °F | reads well | slight curling at edge |
| 185 °F | reads well | slight curling at edge |
| 205 °F | reads well | slight curling at edge |
| 225 °F | reads well | severe curling at edge - tag discolored |
| 250 °F | tag failed | tag destroyed |