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RFID Tags

RFID PCB

Will it keep reading reliably when mounted on metal?

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 the asset sits on metal and a standard label or inlay would lose performance. Confirm surface type, mounting method, and required read distance before sample approval.

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 RFID PCB On-Metal Tag
Housing Color Black
Substrate Material FR4 glass fiber; Antenna: copper + gold
Operating Frequency 865-868MHz (EU), 902-928MHz (US)
Compliance ISO/IEC 18000-6C (EPC Class 1 Gen2)
Chip Options Impinj Monza 4QT, Alien Higgs-4
EPC Memory 96-bit (expandable to 480-bit)
User Memory 512-bit
Read/Write Cycles 100,000
Read Range Size and reader dependent (multi-meter on metal)
Operating Temperature -40 deg C to +100 deg C
Storage Temperature -40 deg C to +150 deg C
Environmental Compliance RoHS (EU 2011/65/EU)
Mounting Methods Adhesive, rivet, cable tie
Personalization Silkscreen printing, laser engraving

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.

FR4 glass fiber substrate with copper+gold antenna - maximizes durability and signal stability for on-metal mounting on trucks, containers, and racks
100,000 read/write cycles - supports 10+ year operational lifetime in industrial tag-and-read asset tracking workflows
512-bit user memory + 96-bit EPC (expandable to 480 bit) - stores asset ID, maintenance dates, and custom data fields on-chip (Impinj Monza 4QT / Alien H4)
Optimized on-metal antenna design - thick FR4 substrate provides natural standoff for UHF signal propagation per ISO/IEC 18000-6C (EPC Gen2)
RoHS compliant materials - meets EU Directive 2011/65/EU for restriction of hazardous substances in electronic equipment
Three mounting options: adhesive, rivet, cable tie - covers permanent, semi-permanent, and transferable asset tagging requirements

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.

Reusable metal container tracking

tag totes, bins, and racks for automated receiving and shipment verification across distribution networks

Forklift fleet management

mount on vehicle chassis for automated identification at dock doors and warehouse zones

Gas cylinder inventory

tag propane, oxygen, and industrial gas cylinders for fill-cycle tracking and regulatory compliance

IT server rack identification

tag racks, network cabinets, and UPS units for automated data center asset audits

Industrial equipment management

tag CNC machines, pumps, compressors, and generators for maintenance scheduling and location tracking

Metal shelving and racking

label warehouse racking systems for zone mapping and inventory slot assignment

RFID PCB vs RFID FPC Tag — How To Choose

Rigid FR4 or flexible polyimide? Pick by embedding method

Both are circuit-board form factor RFID tags but substrate flexibility differs fundamentally. RFID PCB (this product) is rigid FR4. Best for integration into electronics products, hard enclosures, and mounted asset labels. RFID FPC is flexible polyimide — bends into curved shapes for silicone molding, wearable products, and embedded curved surfaces.

RFIDAK RFID PCB — rigid FR4 circuit board substrate with embedded chip and antenna for electronics integration and mounted asset labels Option A

RFID PCB (this product — rigid FR4)

Rigid FR4, electronics-integratable

Substrate
FR4 glassfiber PCB (rigid)
Thickness
0.8 – 1.6 mm
Flexibility
Rigid (breaks at bend)
Unit price (MOQ 10K)
$0.35 – 0.85

Best for

  • PCB-level electronics manufacturing integration
  • Metal shelving / racking / fixed asset labels
  • Industrial token / gaming chip production
RFIDAK 13.56MHz FPC RFID tag — ultra-thin flexible polyimide substrate 0.13mm for silicone injection molding and curved product embedding Option B

RFID FPC Tag (sibling — flexible polyimide)

Flexible PI, 0.13 mm, silicone-moldable

Substrate
Polyimide (PI), flexible
Thickness
0.13 – 0.3 mm
Flexibility
Bends at ≤ 5 mm radius
Unit price (MOQ 10K)
$0.25 – 0.65

Best for

  • Silicone wristband / keyfob injection molding
  • Curved or rounded product embedding
  • Medical wearables with skin contact

Quick decision tip — If the tag embeds into rigid electronics (product PCB, hard enclosure) or mounts on flat metal / wood surfaces, PCB (Option A) rigid construction is stable and easier to handle during assembly. If the tag will be molded inside silicone, wrapped around a curved surface, or embedded in a wearable, FPC (Option B) is the only substrate that bends without breaking. Bend radius requirement is the single decision axis.

Supplier Fit

Why buyers source RFID PCB 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

Order this by chip, format or region

These sourcing pages cover the chip-specific and market-specific buying details that often decide the final spec for this product.

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 RFID PCB? +

For RFID PCB, 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 RFID PCB? +

Yes. Stock rfid tags samples of RFID PCB 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 RFID PCB? +

Standard RFID PCB 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 RFID PCB be customized for my brand or project? +

Yes. RFID PCB 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.

Which RFID chips are supported for RFID PCB? +

RFID PCB supports Impinj Monza 4QT, Alien Higgs-4. Before ordering, share your reader model or current credential so we can confirm the exact chip variant (e.g., MIFARE Classic 1K vs DESFire EV3, NTAG213 vs 215) and avoid compatibility issues after lamination.

What certifications and quality control does RFIDAK apply to RFID PCB? +

RFIDAK operates under ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), audited by SGS. RFID PCB 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 RFID PCB be pre-encoded or printed with my artwork before shipment? +

Yes. RFID PCB 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 RFID PCB internationally? +

RFIDAK ships RFID PCB 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 RFID PCB? +

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 RFID PCB? +

Key RFID PCB specs: frequency 865-868 MHz (EU), 902-928 MHz (US); substrate FR4 glass fiber; Antenna: copper + gold. 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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