Passive RFID UHF Asset Tags
There are many types of passive UHF tags that you can choose from based on your needs, as will be described below.
1. Confidex Steelwave
Durable on-metal tags for indoor and outdoor applications.
Steelwave has a wide range of items for both indoor and outdoor use. This innovative and long-lasting product line provides numerous attachment methods, small footprints, flexibility, and performance to guarantee the successful deployment of asset monitoring projects with a wide range of needs.
Steelwave Classic
Type: UHF RFID
Dimensions: 115 x 30 x 3.9 mm (4.53 x 1.18 x 0.15 in)
Read range: Up to 12 m / 39 ft (regional)
Special features:
Printing protected with over-lamination against chemicals.
Great read range with thin structure.
Steelwave Flex
Type: UHF RFID
Dimensions: 55 x 25 x 2.2 mm (2.17 x 0.98 x 0.09 in)
Read range: Up to 5 m / 16 ft (global)
Special features:
Global, VDA compliant on-metal label with flexible structure for parts with small radius.
Steelwave Micro II
Type: UHF RFID HF / NFC
Dimensions: 38 x 13 x 4.5 mm (1.5 x 0.51 x 0.18 in)
Read range: Up to 5 m / 16 ft (global)
Special features:
Versatile attachment options with adhesives and holes for cable tie.
Optimized for IT assets.
Steelwave HF
Type: HF / NFC
Dimensions: 25 x 25 x 0.45 mm (1 x 1 x 0.02 in)
Read range: Up to few cm on mobile phone
Special features:
Proven reliability for more harsh environments with industrial grade materials.
Several IC options available.
2. Confidex Ironside
Most rugged hard tags for industrial environments.
The Ironside collection is designed for metallic returnable transport products and industrial assets that are subjected to harsh weather and handling. A patent-protected antenna design with industry-leading performance and a very durable IP68 (up to IP69K with Ironside Flag) construction provides seamless asset tracking in the harshest situations.
The Ironside collection also provides a variety of connection options such as screws, pop rivets, industrial adhesives, and welding with an optional bracket. The Ironside family is also available in ATEX variations.
Ironside Classic
Type: UHF RFID
Dimensions: 51.5 x 47.5 x 10 mm (2.03 x 1.87 x 0.39 in)
Read range: Up to 15 m / 50 ft (regional / global)
Special features:
Shock-resistant TPE enclosure.
Temperature resistance up to 125°C.
Available with a welding bracket.
Ironside Micro
Type: UHF RFID HF / NFC
Dimensions: 27 x 27 x 5.5 mm (1.06 x 1.06 x 0.22 in)
Read range: Up to 5 m / 16 ft (global)
Special features:
IP68 Robustness with small footprint.
Available also as an HF / NFC variant.
Ironside Slim
Type: UHF RFID
Dimensions: 85 x 21 x 10 mm (3.35 x 0.83 x 0.39 in)
Read range: Up to 10 m / 33 ft (global)
Special features:
Narrow form factor optimal for metallic containers.
Compression limiters to enhance robustness.
Ironside Flag
Type: UHF RFID
Dimensions: 52 x 29 x 14 mm (2.1 x 1.1 x 0.55 in)
Read range: Up to 11 m / 36 ft (global)
Special features:
Great performance and IP69K rated robustness combined with unique single-screw attachment.