RFID Geeks
RFID Inlays, Tags, and Labels: What’s the Difference?
What’s the Difference between RFID Tags, Inlays & Labels?
RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology is used to identify and
track objects using radio waves. RFID systems consist of three main components:
a reader/scanner, an antenna, and an RFID tag, inlay, or label.
When
designing an RFID system – a few components typically come to mind, including
RFID hardware and software. For hardware, typically
RFID Readers, RFID Antennas, & RFID Tags are selected based on the respective use
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Apr 7th 2023
UHF (RAIN) RFID Chip Type
UHF (RAIN) RFID Chip TypeAn Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) chip is a type of
radio frequency identification (RFID) tag that uses radio waves to communicate
with a reader or transmitter.UHF (Ultra High
Frequency) RFID tag that works at frequencies between 860-960 MHz.Four frequency bands are used in tag design: Low Frequency – 125/134 kHz High Frequency – 13.56 MHz Ultra-High Frequency – 433 MHz (sometimes called
Very High VHF), 860-960 MHz Microwave Frequency – 2.45 GHz &n
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Apr 4th 2023
Checklist – Questions to Ask When Selecting an RFID Tag
Selecting an appropriate RFID Tag is one of the most
important steps when getting started with an RFID project. To help with that
process, we’ve outlined 24 questions you can ask yourself to make you are picking
the right one
What is the footprint (size) available to attach the RFID Tag
to the associated item? What will be the method to attach the RFID tag? (Embed, Adhesive,
Rivet, Solder, Zip tie, etc.)Where on the object will the RFID tag be attached?How far away do you need to be a
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Jan 13th 2020
Upgrade Barcode to RFID: Step-by-Step Guide & Key Considerations
Upgrading from barcode to RFID (Radio-Frequency Identification) technology can significantly enhance your inventory and asset management processes. While barcodes are effective for basic tracking, RFID offers superior capabilities like simultaneous item reading, increased read range, and real-time data collection. Whether you're planning a future upgrade or transitioning now, understanding the key considerations is crucial.
1. Labels: Transitioning from Barcode to RFID Smart Labels
Barcode Label
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Nov 8th 2018
How to Select the Right BarTender Edition
BarTender® from Seagull Scientific is a software that helps companies large and small design and print variety of labels, RFID tags or cards in a simple and efficient way.
BarTender enables label design, data entry through customizable forms, and consolidation of designs with their Intelligent Templates that allow companies to produce flexible label designs without the need to create and maintain hundreds of separate documents.
BarTender also optimizes and accelerates printing of barcodes,
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Sep 27th 2016