5434-UHF RFID Paper/Polyester Asset Tags & Labels

What frequency-based classifications exist for RFID tags and how do they affect read range?

Administrator
12/06/2025

RFID tags are classified by frequency as well:

Low Frequency (LF): around 125 kHz; generally short read range (few centimeters), often used in access tags, identification cards.
High Frequency (HF): around 13.56 MHz (same as many NFC-type tags); read range up to ~1 meter; used for access control, event cards, ID cards.
Ultra-High Frequency (UHF): 860–960 MHz (ISM band globally); passive UHF tags offer read range ~15 m, active UHF tags up to ~100 m

What kinds of RFID readers are available and How should one choose a specific type?

Administrator
12/06/2025

RFID readers are available as handheld readers, fixed readers, USB readers, or integrated readers (with built-in antenna). Depending on your use-case, for example, mobile asset auditing, fixed gatewise scanning, or desktop-based reading; you should choose a reader type whose frequency matches your tags.

In which areas/industries is RFID used (main applications)?

Administrator
12/06/2025

Inventory tracking and item-level tagging
Asset tracking (equipment, tools, IT assets, etc.)
Access control and security systems
Retail (inventory management, supply chain tracking)
Supply chain & logistics management
Healthcare (equipment tracking, asset management)
Agriculture / Smart farming
Construction material management
IT asset tracking
Payment systems (e.g. toll collection)
Event management, visitor management, etc.

What are the typical read ranges for different RFID tag types and frequencies?

Administrator
12/06/2025

According to the types of tag you choose:

Passive UHF RFID tags (often called RAIN RFID)-up to ~15 meters.
Active UHF RFID tags-can reach up to ~100 meters due to their own power supply.

What types of RFID tags exist?

Administrator
12/06/2025

There are three main types of RFID tags:

Active RFID tags: battery-powered, constantly transmit signals, have high read range (over 100 m).
Passive RFID tags: no internal power; they depend on the reader’s signal to power up and send data back. Commonly used in retail, inventory, libraries, etc.
Battery-Assisted Passive (BAP) RFID tags: have a battery but only transmit signals at intervals, conserving power and increasing lifespan.