PCB RFID Tag for Heat-Resistant Asset Tracking
Anti-Metal RFID Tag for Industrial Equipment
A PCB RFID tag is a passive identifier built on an FR4 printed circuit board substrate for tools, fixtures, machinery, containers, IT hardware, and other industrial assets.
This product uses a purpose-designed antenna structure to support RFID communication on conductive surfaces where a standard label may lose performance. Its low-profile construction makes it suitable when a compact anti metal RFID tag is preferred over a thick molded tag.
Separate HF and UHF configurations are available. HF supports controlled close-range identification, while UHF is designed for longer-range and multi-tag asset reading.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Passive PCB RFID tag |
| Primary Use | Identification of metal tools, equipment, containers, and industrial assets |
| Substrate | FR4 fiberglass-reinforced epoxy |
| On-Metal Design | Purpose-designed PCB antenna structure |
| Frequency Options | HF 13.56 MHz / UHF 860–960 MHz |
| HF Protocol | ISO/IEC 15693, ISO/IEC 18000-3, or ISO/IEC 14443 Type A, depending on chip |
| UHF Protocol | EPC UHF Gen2 / ISO/IEC 18000-63 |
| HF Chip Options | ICODE SLIX or SLIX2; NTAG or MIFARE options subject to reader and antenna requirements |
| UHF Chip Options | UCODE 9, UCODE 9xe, or another current EPC Gen2 IC |
| Standard Sizes | 5 × 5 mm, 7 × 7 mm, 8 × 8 mm, or custom dimensions |
| HF Read Range | Approximately 1–3 cm, depending on design and reader |
| UHF Read Range | Up to 6 m for suitable tag dimensions and installation conditions |
| Memory | Depends on the selected IC |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +100°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to +150°C |
| Protection Rating | IP68 for the specified finished construction; test conditions should be confirmed |
| Installation | Adhesive, embedded mounting, or screw fixing where dimensions allow |
| Customization Options | Size, antenna design, mounting holes, chip, encoding, logo, QR code, barcode, serial number, and packaging |
Chip availability, memory, data retention, and write endurance should be confirmed for the IC selected for production.
Typical Applications
- Tool and Fixture Tracking
PCB tags can identify molds, dies, gauges, jigs, hand tools, and production fixtures during storage, use, inspection, and maintenance. - Metal Containers and Returnable Assets
Warehouses can apply tags to bins, racks, cages, pallets, and returnable transport items for inventory and movement-event records. - Production and Work-in-Process Control
Manufacturers can link a tag identifier to a component, carrier, workstation, production order, or quality-control record. - IT and Data Center Equipment
Compact PCB tags can identify servers, network devices, cabinets, storage hardware, and other equipment with limited mounting space. - Laboratory and Technical Assets
Tags can connect instruments and equipment with calibration records, assigned departments, inspection dates, or service history.
How Manufacturers Use PCB RFID Tags for Tool Control
In a typical tool-management deployment, each tool or fixture receives a PCB tag with a unique RFID identifier.
The identifier is linked to an asset record containing information such as tool type, storage position, assigned production area, calibration date, maintenance status, or responsible department.
A UHF system can support batch inventory checks and movement records at tool-room entrances. An HF system may be selected when the process requires controlled identification at a specific workstation.
Performance depends on tag dimensions, reader type, antenna placement, asset spacing, mounting position, and software configuration.
HF vs UHF PCB RFID Tag
| Comparison Point | HF PCB RFID Tag | UHF PCB RFID Tag |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency | 13.56 MHz | 860–960 MHz |
| Typical Protocol | ISO/IEC 15693 or ISO/IEC 14443 Type A | EPC UHF Gen2 / ISO/IEC 18000-63 |
| Reading Distance | Approximately 1–3 cm for this product range | Up to 6 m for suitable designs |
| Reading Method | Controlled close-range identification | Longer-range and multi-tag inventory reading |
| Reader Type | HF or NFC-compatible reader, depending on chip | UHF handheld or fixed RFID reader |
| Best Fit | Workstation checks, maintenance records, embedded identification | Tool inventories, container tracking, warehouse assets, production movements |
| Main Selection Factor | Precise short-range interaction | Reading distance and batch identification |
Choose HF when the process requires one asset to be identified at a controlled close distance.
Choose UHF when the application requires longer reading distance, faster inventory checks, or detection of multiple tagged assets within one reader zone.
Need a PCB RFID Tag for High-Temperature Equipment?
Contact JIA RFID with your mounting surface, available installation space, operating temperature, reader model, and required read distance.
The technical team can recommend an HF or UHF PCB design and provide samples for read-range, mounting, and thermal validation before bulk production.
Frequently Asked Question
The top questions about PCB RFID tag
A PCB RFID tag is a passive RFID tag built on an FR4 printed circuit board substrate. It is used where compact dimensions, durable construction, or equipment integration is required.
Yes. This model uses an antenna structure designed for installation on conductive surfaces.
Yes. These heat resistant RFID tags have a specified operating range of -40°C to +100°C. Suitability should be confirmed against the actual temperature cycle and exposure duration.
No. The published +150°C value is the storage-temperature limit. The stated operating maximum is +100°C.
No. Read distance depends on tag dimensions, antenna design, reader power, mounting surface, tag orientation, and the surrounding environment.
UHF EPC Gen2 tags support multi-tag inventory reading. HF multi-tag capability depends on the selected protocol, reader, antenna, and tag arrangement.
The finished construction is specified as IP68. Confirm the applicable immersion depth, duration, encapsulation, and test conditions for the selected model.
The minimum order quantity is 500 pcs.
Hot To Customize RFID Tags
Know the customization process about RFID tags
Size & Shape
Send your requirements on size and shapes. Tags are typically designed in simple shapes and sizes to match the internal antenna. However, they can also be customized in various sizes and shapes to best fit the intended application and the asset being tagged. For instance, RFID hang tags can be customized in size, shape, and attachment method to perfectly suit specific applications.
Layout & Chips
In the label format designer, select the layout that matches the type and size of the RFID label you wish to create. Our factory provides a variety of label templates, including RFID-specific options. We also offer a range of RFID chips tailored to meet your specific requirements.
High Customization
Custom tags are designed from the ground up to meet the needs of specific applications, with unique variables for nearly every option listed below. A semi-custom tag typically starts as a standard tag but offers additional customization options, such as custom printing, encoding, or specific backings and attachment methods.
Sample Confirmation
Before proceeding with full-scale production, we offer a sample confirmation process to ensure that the RFID tags meet your exact specifications and application requirements.
Mass Production
Our mass production process for RFID tags is designed to deliver high-quality, reliable products at scale, ensuring that your business has a steady and consistent supply of RFID solutions tailored to your needs. Leveraging state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and advanced technology, we maintain efficiency and precision throughout the production cycle.
RFID Tags Application
Use customized RFID tags in different industies.
RFID Vehicle Tags
Vehicles with RFID tags enable secure access to gated areas. RFID tags also streamline truck weighing for efficient billing.
Temperature Sensor Tags
RFID temperature sensors, used in industries like steel, send data to alert users of unsafe conditions via RFID readers.
RFID Supply Chain Tags
RFID tags for supply chain visibility track products, showing when a box, pallet, or container moves from one facility to another.
RFID Personnel Tracking
RFID strengthens access security: employee badges for workspace entry, hotel wristbands for pool access.
RFID Pallet Tracking Tags
Our RFID tags are ideal for tracking pallets and containers, offering durable, low-profile solutions for warehouse management.
Custom RFID Tags & Labels
Our factory supplies custom RFID tags and OEM hardware solutions for unique needs when standard RFID products aren't available.
RFID Laundry Tags
Our RFID laundry tags, with a soft rubber casing, are flexible and durable, surviving 200 wash cycles and 60 bars of pressure.
Industrial RFID Tags
We provide rugged industrial RFID tags and readers for demanding applications. Our tags withstand all weather conditions.
Animal RFID Tags
RFID tags track animals and pets using ear tags or injectable ampoules. Ear tags can be custom-printed and come in various colors.
RFID Asset Tracking
RFID tags for asset tracking, like file servers, rental equipment, streamline inventory, asset management, enabling quick location, tracking.
Consumables RFID Tags
RFID counterfeit tags on consumables, with a reader in the machine, verify authenticity and prevent counterfeit use.
Manufacturing RFID Systems
RFID tags are used on almost all products—apparel, furniture, appliances, and cars—and are crucial for automated manufacturing systems.
Why Choose Us
As an original manufacturer with over 13 years of experience, we specialize in designing and manufacturing passive RFID (NFC, HF, and UHF) tags for applications in inventory, laundry, access control, identification, and industrial automation management.
We are a pioneering leader in RFID technology and smart product solutions. For nearly 20 years, we have been at the forefront of custom RFID and NFC technology, offering innovative solutions in every imaginable form. Our expertise lies in developing and producing RFID/NFC products that are tailored to meet your specific requirements.
As the world’s leading RFID supplier, our factory is passionate about RFID technology. We deliver a wide range of products, including NFC tags, NFC cards, RFID/NFC labels, RFID inlays, various apparel tags, laundry tags, and RFID devices, to clients around the globe. Our RFID products are widely used in marketing campaigns, healthcare monitoring, workforce management, stock control, access control, apparel systems, laundry systems, inventory systems, IoT systems, and security applications.
Our Benefits
We provide products with competitive pricing and reliable quality, backed by an after-sales warranty. Whether you are a distributor, system integrator, or end-user, you will find the right RFID and related products here, ensuring that your company gains tangible benefits.
We have grown into a company with over 200 team members, including a production department, R&D center, sales department, technical support, and after-sales service. Understanding that time is of the essence, we can fulfill customized orders within just 5 days. Our dedicated team of over 100 factory staff ensures a stable supply and fast delivery for all our orders.
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