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PPS Laundry Tag RFID button

Will this tag survive washing, heat, pressure, and bulk linen handling?

MOQ
1,000 pcs

Stock SKU. Custom tooling from 2,000 pcs.

Lead time
7–15 days

Standard; rush possible on request.

Free sample
Ships in 1–3 days

Stock samples via DHL / FedEx.

Use this tag when wash cycles, heat, pressure, and attachment method matter more than a generic tag name. Confirm fabric match, mounting style, and read behavior before samples move forward.

What buyers usually confirm first

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Surface Match

Will it sit on metal, textile, wood, plastic, or rubber?

The mounting surface usually decides tag construction faster than chip selection does.

Environment

Does it need to survive washing, heat, UV, or rough handling?

Laundry, anti-metal, tire, and rugged asset workflows all need different enclosures and materials.

Installation

Adhesive, screw, sew-on, nail-in, or loop install?

Attachment method changes both field speed and real-world read consistency, so it should be confirmed early.

Spec Check

What to confirm before you sample this tag

Surface material, enclosure, attachment method, and environmental limits usually matter more than a broad tag name alone.

Product Name PPS RFID Laundry Tag (Button Type)
Housing Material PPS (Polyphenylene Sulfide)
Dimensions LF / HF: D13 / 14 / 15 / 18 / 20 / 22 / 24 / 25.5 / 26 / 28 / 30 mm; UHF: D18 mm (2 holes), D20 / 30 mm (no holes)
Operating Frequency 125KHz (LF), 13.56MHz (HF), 865-868/902-928MHz (UHF)
LF Chip Options TK4100, EM4200, EM4305, T5577, Hitag2/S256
HF Chip Options NXP MIFARE Classic 1K/4K, Ultralight/EV1/C, NTAG213/215/216, ICODE SLIX
UHF Chip Options NXP UCODE 7m
Read Range LF/HF: 2-5 cm; UHF: 10-40 cm
Wash Cycle Life 200 industrial cycles
IP Rating IP68 (IEC 60529)
Chemical Resistance Standard laundry detergents, bleach, softeners
Operating Temperature -25 deg C to +110 deg C
Storage Temperature -40 deg C to +120 deg C
Attachment Method Sew-in or insert

Shortlist Logic

Why buyers shortlist this tag format

These features help teams decide whether the tag suits the environment, installation method, and read expectations of the real workflow.

PPS thermoplastic housing 50-70% higher heat resistance than ABS/nylon, rated -25 deg C to +110 deg C continuous with 120 deg C storage tolerance
200 industrial wash cycle lifespan - validated with commercial detergents, bleach, and softeners per ISO 6330 laundering standards
Tri-frequency: LF 125KHz, HF 13.56MHz, UHF 860-960MHz - compatible with legacy proximity readers and modern UHF conveyor systems
12 diameter options from D13 to D30 mm - fits lightweight scrubs, heavy-duty uniforms, tablecloths, and industrial workwear
IP68 waterproof per IEC 60529 survives full submersion, commercial water extractors, and high-pressure rinse cycles
UHF models with NXP UCODE 7m 10-40 cm read range for automated laundry sorting conveyor integration

Use Cases

Where this tag format usually works best

Use cases matter because the right tag depends on surface, environment, attachment, and read distance in the field.

Industrial laundry sorting

automate garment identification on sorting conveyors with 99%+ read accuracy across 200 wash cycles

Healthcare linen tracking

monitor scrubs, lab coats, and patient gowns for infection control cycle compliance and inventory accuracy

Hospitality linen management

reduce hotel towel and sheet loss by 15-25% through per-item tracking across housekeeping circuits

Cleanroom garment tracking

manage controlled-environment workwear with sterilization cycle counting and contamination prevention

Restaurant and food service

track chef coats, aprons, and tablecloths through commercial kitchen laundering operations

Uniform rental fleet management

automate check-in/check-out counting and per-garment invoicing for rental companies

PPS Hard Button vs Textile Heat-Seal — How To Choose

Autoclave rigid or hidden-seam textile? Pick by garment class and reprocessing

Both tags identify garments through repeat laundry cycles but target different reprocessing severity. PPS hard button survives autoclave 134 °C sterilization. Required for hospital surgical gowns and clean-room garments. Textile heat-seal is hidden in the garment seam for standard 85 °C wash — ideal for hotel, industrial uniforms, and everyday workwear where autoclave is not in scope.

RFIDAK PPS RFID laundry button — rigid thermoplastic survives autoclave 134°C sterilization for surgical gowns, clean-room garments, and hospital operating-room workflows Option A

PPS Hard Button (this product — autoclave)

Rigid PPS, autoclave 134 °C, 500+ cycles

Wash survival
500+ autoclave cycles at 134 °C
Chemistry
Acid / base / solvent tolerant
Attachment
Riveted to exterior garment
Unit price (MOQ 10K)
$1.45 – 2.75

Best for

  • Hospital surgical gowns and scrubs
  • Clean-room garments with autoclave reprocessing
  • Chemical plant / pharma extreme environments
RFIDAK textile UHF laundry tag — woven polyester patch hidden in garment seam via heat-press, 200+ wash cycles at 85°C for hotel and industrial laundry Option B

Textile Heat-Seal (sibling — hidden in seam)

Hidden in seam, 200+ cycles at 85 °C

Wash survival
200+ cycles at 85 °C
Chemistry
Standard NaClO 2.5 g/L
Attachment
Heat-press into garment seam
Unit price (MOQ 10K)
$0.38 – 0.78

Best for

  • Hotel linen rotation (guest-facing garments)
  • Industrial uniform rental (Cintas / Elis scale)
  • Workwear with privacy / aesthetics requirement

Quick decision tip — If the garment goes through autoclave sterilization at 134 °C (operating room, clean room, pharmaceutical production), PPS (Option A) is the only option that survives at 3-7× the cost of textile. For hotel linen, industrial uniforms, and most commercial laundry programs capped at 85-90 °C, textile heat-seal (Option B) at fraction of the cost is operationally correct.

Supplier Fit

Why buyers source PPS Laundry Tag RFID button from RFIDAK

Once the format is right, most teams still need confidence in manufacturing control, sample support, and repeat-order reliability.

ISO 9001

Quality-focused manufacturing and sample support for custom RFID projects.

Since 2008

RFID manufacturing experience across cards, tags, labels, wristbands and readers.

Free Samples

Test product compatibility before bulk purchasing and customization decisions.

Commercial Fit

How buyers usually move this product from shortlist to sample

Most inquiry-ready visitors want to know whether this product matches their workflow, region and approval stage. These cues help them move faster without leaving the product page.

System integrators

Often validating tag fit, reader behavior and installation method before including the product in a wider solution.

Laundry and textile operators

Usually focused on wash-cycle durability, attachment method and read consistency in bulk handling.

Industrial tracking teams

Typically comparing on-metal, pallet, tyre or rugged tags for repeat deployment in harsh environments.

Quote Checklist

What to send us for a faster recommendation

  • The exact surface or object the tag will be attached to, especially if metal, textile or plastic is involved.
  • Working environment such as heat, washing, chemicals, UV, outdoor exposure or repeated impact.
  • Required read distance, reader type and whether the tag is disposable or reusable.
  • Preferred attachment method, quantity and whether UID print or encoding is needed.

Market Notes

Regional conversations often tied to this category

North America

Frequent projects include warehouse visibility, IT asset management, returnable packaging and on-metal identification.

Europe

Industrial laundry, reusable transport items and traceability projects often require careful sample validation and repeatability.

Middle East, Africa and Oceania

Outdoor assets, utilities and long-service industrial tagging often put more weight on enclosure durability and field conditions.

More Ways To Source This

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Before You Order

Procurement guides every RFID Tags buyer reads first

Five short reads on the procurement-side topics every B2B RFID buyer wants answered before signing a quote — MOQ thresholds, lead time reality, pricing transparency, sample policy, and how to audit a Chinese factory before your first order.

Buyer Questions

Questions buyers usually ask before sample approval

These FAQs cover the points that usually come up between a first shortlist and a real sample or quote request.

What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for PPS Laundry Tag RFID button? +

For PPS Laundry Tag RFID button, the standard MOQ starts at 1,000 pieces on stock SKUs. Custom shape, material or antenna tooling typically requires 3,000–5,000 pieces to cover one-time mold / die-cut setup cost. Exact MOQ and unit pricing are quoted per project once chip, customization and packaging are confirmed.

Does RFIDAK provide free samples of PPS Laundry Tag RFID button? +

Yes. Stock rfid tags samples of PPS Laundry Tag RFID button are typically free; we only ask buyers to cover DHL/FedEx express shipping. Samples ship in 1–3 business days after your order is confirmed and arrive in 2–5 days to most countries. Custom samples (new chip, new size, printed artwork) usually take 3–7 additional days.

What is the production lead time for PPS Laundry Tag RFID button? +

Standard PPS Laundry Tag RFID button orders ship in 7–15 business days after PO confirmation and artwork approval. Large runs (>100k units) or orders with complex encoding / custom molds may take 15–25 business days. Rush production is available on request for time-sensitive launches; confirm MOQ and artwork early to protect the timeline.

Can PPS Laundry Tag RFID button be customized for my brand or project? +

Yes. PPS Laundry Tag RFID button supports end-to-end customization: full-color CMYK / silk-screen / UV printing, laser engraving, serial numbering, custom chip encoding (UID write, NDEF, sector locking), custom shape / size (subject to tooling MOQ), and packaging. Share your artwork, chip requirement and quantity and we will return a spec sheet + price within 24 hours.

Is PPS Laundry Tag RFID button compatible with my existing reader or system? +

Compatibility depends on the frequency band (LF 125 kHz / HF 13.56 MHz / UHF 860–960 MHz) and chip family used by your reader or installed system. Send a photo of your current card / reader model and we will recommend the matching chip + test a sample before bulk order.

What certifications and quality control does RFIDAK apply to PPS Laundry Tag RFID button? +

RFIDAK operates under ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), audited by SGS. PPS Laundry Tag RFID button is subject to incoming material inspection, in-process QC at every lamination / bonding / encoding step, and 100% electrical performance testing before shipment. Products meet CE, FCC, RoHS and REACH as applicable by market. Full test reports are available on request for buyer audits.

Can PPS Laundry Tag RFID button be pre-encoded or printed with my artwork before shipment? +

Yes. PPS Laundry Tag RFID button can ship with UID range assignment, NDEF URL encoding (for NFC), sector-locked user data, serial numbering, and CMYK / silk-screen / UV printing of your artwork. Provide an AI/PDF artwork file at 300 dpi with 3 mm bleed and a chip-encoding spec; we return a digital proof for approval before production.

How does RFIDAK ship PPS Laundry Tag RFID button internationally? +

RFIDAK ships PPS Laundry Tag RFID button via DHL / FedEx / UPS (door-to-door, 3–5 days to most countries), air cargo (5–7 days for heavier orders), or sea freight (20–35 days for bulk over 500 kg). Standard Incoterms are EXW, FOB Shenzhen and DDP; choose based on customs clearance preferences. Commercial invoice, packing list and CoC / MSDS are included automatically.

How does RFIDAK handle repeat orders of PPS Laundry Tag RFID button? +

For repeat buyers, RFIDAK locks tooling, artwork and chip encoding on file so subsequent POs ship faster — typically 5–10 business days for stock chip types at previously-run quantities. Price is adjusted transparently per chip market rate and FX movement; we flag any chip shortage (e.g., DESFire EV3) before quotation so the project plan stays realistic.

What are the technical specifications of PPS Laundry Tag RFID button? +

Key PPS Laundry Tag RFID button specs: frequency 125 kHz (LF), 13.56 MHz (HF), 865-868/902-928 MHz (UHF); dimensions LF/HF: D13/14/15/18/20/22/24/25.5/26/28/30 mm; UHF: D18 mm (2 holes), D20/30 mm (no holes); substrate PPS (Polyphenylene Sulfide). A full technical datasheet including read range, chip memory map, IP / temperature rating and compliance certificates is available on request; attach your reader model and target environment so we can confirm suitability before quoting.

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