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Unlike barcodes, RF tags can be read through almost 2 inches of packaging and are unaffected by moisture and moderate heat making them highly effective in manufacturing and distribution environments.  RF tags enable automatic identification with no physical contact.  Depending on the type of RF tag employed, the read range extends from a few inches to hundreds of feet.  Even more, RF tags are powered internally, offering further flexibility.  This type of identifier is perfect when maintaining large inventories or in highly controlled production environments.
 

RFID tags can be tracked using a "portal" system.  (The picture is of a portal designed by PTS for a customer).  As items with a tag pass through the portal, the tag's unique ID number is read.  Special RFID enable handheld computers can also be used to read each tag.

Active RF Tags

Active RF tags are powered by an internal battery and are typically read/write devices. Active RF tags are more expensive and larger than passive RF tags.  However, they are also more powerful and have a greater read range.

Passive RF Tags

Passive RF tags are powered by the field generated by the reader. Passive tags are typically much lighter than active tags, less expensive, offer a virtually unlimited operational lifetime.  However they have shorter read ranges and require a higher-powered reader than active tags.

Call PTS about any RFID project you are looking at doing!  We have done several projects throughout the last few years.  A growing technology waiting for you!

Key Benefits

• Non-contact reading

• Wide range capabilities

• Reusable

• Durable