RFID Tags — Laundry, Ceramic & Anti-Metal, Factory Direct
Industrial-grade RFID tags for asset tracking, inventory management, laundry management, and specialized applications. Available in various form factors and materials.
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Mini RFID Tag in Bullet Shape
A mini RFID bullet tag is an ultra-compact cylindrical transponder measuring just 7 mm in diameter a...
RFID Cable Tie Tag
An RFID cable tie tag is a passive transponder housed in a PP or nylon zip-tie enclosure, available ...
RFID Waste Bin Tag
An RFID waste bin tag is a rugged ABS-housed passive transponder designed for screw-mounting into th...
RFID Nail Tag
An RFID nail tag is a nail-shaped passive transponder encapsulated in ABS plastic, designed for perm...
Pallet RFID Tag
A pallet RFID tag is a rugged ABS-housed UHF passive transponder sized at 85.6 x 54 x 4 mm with four...
Patching Type RFID Tyre Tag
A patching-type RFID tire tag is a UHF passive transponder bonded to the inner sidewall of truck and...
Spring RFID Tire Tag
A spring RFID tire tag is an ultra-miniature UHF transponder built on a spring steel wire substrate,...
On Metal High Temperature RFID Tag
An on-metal high-temperature RFID tag is a UHF passive transponder housed in engineering plastic, en...
Key Transponder
A key transponder is an ultra-miniature passive RFID tag — also called a wedge transponder or brick ...
RFID FPC Tag
An RFID FPC (Flexible Printed Circuit) tag is an ultra-thin passive transponder built on a polyimide...
RFID Ceramic Tag
An RFID ceramic tag is a UHF passive transponder that uses a ceramic dielectric antenna element inst...
13.56MHz RFID PCB Tag
A 13.56 MHz RFID PCB tag is a rigid passive transponder built on an FR4 glass-fiber substrate with a...
RFID PCB
An RFID PCB on-metal tag is a UHF passive transponder built on a thick FR4 glass-fiber substrate wit...
Silicone Laundry Tag
A silicone RFID laundry tag is a soft, flexible UHF passive transponder embedded in medical-grade si...
PPS Laundry Tag RFID button
A PPS RFID laundry tag is a round button-shaped passive transponder housed in Polyphenylene Sulfide ...
RFID Windshield Tag
An RFID windshield tag is a UHF passive label with an antenna optimized for transmission through aut...
Tamper Proof RFID Tag
A tamper-proof RFID tag is a non-transferable security label built on breakable paper substrate with...
RFID Jewellery Tags
An RFID jewelry tag is a specialized hanging label with an integrated etched aluminum antenna that e...
NFC Coin
An NFC coin (also called RFID disc tag) is a circular die-cut PVC card available in diameters from 1...
RFID Clear Tag
An RFID clear tag is a transparent PVC disc or card with an embedded RFID antenna and chip, designed...
RFID Glass Tag
An RFID glass tag is a passive transponder enclosed in a biocompatible glass capsule, designed for s...
Printable RFID Metal Tag
A printable RFID metal tag is a flexible UHF on-metal label that incorporates a wave-absorbing foam ...
Textile RFID Laundry Tag
A textile RFID laundry tag is a fabric-based UHF passive transponder weighing just 0.6 g, designed f...
RFID Tag Buying Guide
RFID tags are electronic devices containing a microchip and antenna enclosed in a durable housing, designed for automatic identification and tracking in industrial environments. RFIDAK has built industrial RFID tags since 2008 — including laundry tags rated for 200+ industrial wash cycles — with ruggedized designs that withstand temperatures from -40°C to +250°C, chemical exposure, and IP68 waterproofing.
RFID Tag Types Comparison
| Tag Type | Material | Temperature Range | Best Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laundry Tag | Silicone / PPS | -25°C to +200°C | Textile tracking, industrial washing |
| Ceramic Tag | Ceramic | -40°C to +250°C | Metal surface mounting |
| Nail Tag | ABS / Nylon | -20°C to +85°C | Wood, pallets, tree tracking |
| Tire Tag | Rubber / Silicone | -40°C to +120°C | Vehicle and tire lifecycle tracking |
| PCB Tag | FR4 PCB | -20°C to +85°C | Electronics, small asset tracking |
| Cable Tie Tag | Nylon | -20°C to +85°C | Cables, pipes, outdoor assets |
| Metal Tag | ABS + Metal | -25°C to +85°C | IT assets, equipment, tools |
How to Choose the Right RFID Tag
Selecting the RFID tag depends on your specific application requirements:
- Environment: Consider temperature extremes, chemical exposure, moisture (IP rating), and UV resistance. Ceramic and silicone tags offer the highest environmental resistance.
- Mounting surface: Tags for metal surfaces require special anti-metal designs (ceramic, PCB, or foam-spacer tags). Standard tags lose performance on metal.
- Read range: UHF tags (860-960MHz) provide 1-12m read range for logistics; HF tags (13.56MHz) offer 1-10cm for item-level tracking; LF tags (125KHz) work in 1-5cm range for animal or access applications.
- Size constraints: Mini tags (as small as 5mm diameter) for electronics; standard tags (30-60mm) for general assets; large tags for pallets and containers.
- Durability: Laundry tags survive 200+ industrial wash cycles, washing up to 90°C with brief tunnel-dry or ironing exposure up to 180°C. Outdoor tags are built to resist UV degradation over long service lives.
Planning a textile program? Our laundry and linen RFID solution guide covers tag selection, attachment methods and read-point planning, and the textile vs silicone laundry tag comparison helps you pick the right construction. Teams benchmarking suppliers can also see how RFIDAK lines up as an HID Global alternative for industrial tag sourcing.
Industry Applications
RFIDAK RFID tags serve diverse industries: healthcare (surgical instrument tracking, patient wristbands), automotive (tire lifecycle tagging), manufacturing (WIP tracking on production lines), logistics (pallet and container tracking across global supply chains), hospitality (uniform and linen management for hotel laundries), and forestry (tree tagging for lumber traceability).
FAQ
RFID tag questions buyers ask before ordering
How do I choose between a standard tag and an anti-metal tag?
If the tag will be installed directly on metal or close to a metal surface, use an anti-metal design. Standard tags usually lose range and stability on metal.
Can laundry tags survive industrial washing and drying?
Yes, but the exact tag model matters. Share your wash temperature, pressure, chemical exposure and attachment method so we can recommend the correct laundry tag.
What is the most important test before a bulk RFID tag order?
An on-site sample test with your real reader, antenna placement and tagged object is the best way to confirm read reliability before production.
Can RFIDAK supply tags pre-encoded or serialized?
Yes. We can provide blank tags, sequential numbering, UID print or custom data writing depending on the chip and your process.
How many industrial wash cycles can RFID laundry tags survive?
RFIDAK laundry tags are rated for 200+ industrial wash cycles, washing up to 90°C and brief tunnel-dry or ironing exposure up to 180°C. Share your wash chemistry, drying process and attachment method for a model-level recommendation.
What is the read range for anti-metal RFID tags?
Anti-metal UHF RFID tags typically achieve 1-8 meters read range depending on tag size, chip sensitivity, and reader power. Smaller on-metal tags (30x15mm) read at 1-3 meters, while larger pallet-size tags can reach 8+ meters.
Which RFID tag works best for outdoor asset tracking?
For outdoor use, ABS-encapsulated or ceramic RFID tags with IP67 or IP68 ratings are recommended. These withstand UV exposure, rain, dust, and temperature extremes from -40°C to 85°C. UHF frequency is preferred for long-range bulk scanning.
What is the MOQ and lead time for industrial RFID tags?
Tag orders start at 1,000 pieces, and custom tooling typically requires 2,000–5,000 pieces. Free standard samples are prepared in 1 business day, and bulk production takes 7–15 business days.
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