RFID Cards
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Radio Frequency Identification utilizes electromagnetic fields to read the information programmed within cards. Depending on the frequency band used by the tag, signal/frequency between the reader and the tag is performed in several distinct incompatible ways. Tags that operate on Low Frequency (LF) and High Frequency (HF) bands are very close to the reader antenna in terms of radio wavelength, as they are only a small percentage away from a wavelength.
While each system will vary in terms of device types and complexity, every RFID system contains at least the following four components:
- Readers
- Antennas
- Tags
- Cables
If passed near a reader, the tag can be read even if it is covered or not visible by the object. In a case, carton, box or other container, the tag can be read, and unlike barcodes, hundreds of RFID tags can be read at a time.
USES OF RFID CARDS
You can attach the RFID tag to an object and use it to track and manage inventory, assets, people, etc. For instance, it can be fixed on vehicles, computer facilities, books, mobile phones, etc. RFID provides benefits over manual or bar-coding schemes.
If passed near a reader, the tag can be read even if it is covered or not visible by the object. In a case, carton, box or other container, the tag can be read, and unlike barcodes, hundreds of RFID tags can be read at a time.
WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF RFID?
There are mainly 3 types of frequencies used in RFID. Frequency refers to the magnitude of the waves used to interact between parts of the system components. Low frequency (LF), high frequency (HF) and ultra-high frequency (UHF) bands are recognised RFID systems worldwide.
Low Frequency RFID
Low Frequency RFID
The frequencies from 30 KHz to 300 KHz are covered by the LF band. LF RFID devices typically work at 125 KHz, although some work at 134 KHz. This frequency band offers a short read range of 10 cm and has a slower reading speed than the higher frequencies, however, it is less sensitive to interference from radio waves.
LF RFID apps include (but not limited to), control of access (door pass) and monitoring of livestock.
High Frequency RFID
High Frequency RFID
The frequencies from 3 to 30 MHz are covered by the HF band. Most HF RFID devices work between 10 cm and 1 m at 13.56 MHz. HF systems are moderately sensitive to interference.
HF RFID apps are widely used (but not limited to) for ticketing, payment and data transfer applications.
Ultra High Frequency RFID
Ultra High Frequency RFID
The frequencies from 300 MHz to 3 GHz are covered by the UHF band. RAIN RFID devices meet the UHF Gen2 standard and use the band from 860 to 960 MHz. While the frequency varies from region to region, RAIN RFID systems work between 900 and 915 MHz in most nations.
The read range of passive UHF devices can be as long as 12 m and the data transfer rate of UHF RFID is quicker than that of LF or HF. UHF RFID is the most susceptible to interference, but many producers of UHF products have discovered methods to design tags, antennas and readers to maintain high efficiency even in challenging settings. It is easier and cheaper to produce passive UHF tags than LF and HF tags.
UHF RFID apps have a broad range of apps ranging from retail inventory management, to pharmaceutical anti-counterfeiting, to wireless device configuration.
Dual Frequency (DF) RFID Cards
Dual Frequency (DF) RFID Cards
For industrial and logistics settings, DF products are ideally suited. The dual frequency inlays and tags offer a complete solution in a simple package at a lower price point than using two separate inlays. Furthermore, both UHF and HF functionality are incorporated into a single IC so that the consumer can also be offered added value.
Radio waves act differently at each of these frequencies and the use of each frequency band has benefits and disadvantages. For instance, if an RFID system works at a low frequency, it has a slower read rate of information, but enhanced reading capacities close or on metal or liquid surfaces.
If a device works at a higher frequency, it usually has quicker data transfer rates and longer reading ranges, but more sensitivity to radio wave interference caused in the atmosphere by liquids and metals. However, in recent years, technological developments have enabled the use of ultra-high frequency RFID devices around liquids and metals.
WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR WHEN SELECTING RFID CARDS?
There are mainly 3 types of frequencies used in RFID. Frequency refers to the magnitude of the waves used to interact between parts of the system components. Low frequency (LF), high frequency (HF) and ultra-high frequency (UHF) bands are recognised RFID systems worldwide.
- What is your application?
- What type of surface will you be tagging? On metal, plastic, wood, etc.?
- What is the read range you require?
- Size limitations? (i.e. the tag can be no larger than x by y by z inches)?
- Are you limited by environmental conditions? Excessive heat, cold, moisture, impact, etc.?
- How you are attaching it? Adhesive, epoxy, rivets/screws, cable ties, etc.?
RFID Solutions
Barcode Conversion to RFID
Still using your barcode for your retails or inventory control ? Ever thought of switching to RFID and yet worry of all setup and implementation ? Worry No More…. We have immediate solution for you which allow you to convert barcode to UHF RFID without any backend changes nor complication setup.
Our RFID solution is a Plug-n-Play with seamless conversion and zero integration effect.
Assigning RFID Card
Many companies have been using RFID card as their employee ID but the process in doing so is tedious as many still doing it manually by printing the ID first and extract RFID card number in another process before they could record it back to their system. HR will require to know which employee is holding which RFID card but all is being done manually.
Our printer solution allow HR to print their RFID employee card and at the same time extract the card number and tag back to their database, all done in a single pass. The operator don’t even require to bother tagging or tracing or matching as our solution will have the capability in doing so by just select insert photograph and print. Our solution not only eliminate human error but improve efficiency.
RFID Prepaid Card or Gift Card Solution
Ever think how to move towards electronic media and loyalty solution ? We all know physical cards usage is getting lesser over these years, especially loyalty program or stored value cards and prepaid cards are some area that companies is exploring into moving towards mobile base.
Many merchant in fact already implemented such solutions but how secure is their infrastructure ? Did they engage the correct vendor or are they working with the right partner ?
We have ready solutions that allow you to simulates the concept with what we are familiar with our daily payment mode such as, PayLah or PayNow or some of the popular payment gateway platform available in the market now.
You can use it to treat as amount platform or points system for both prepaid card, gift card or loyalty solutions. Our system also allow merchant to create QR code for customers to scan and made payment or customer can top up value or transfer money to another user.
Our team are the pioneer that implemented such solutions for both transportation as well as banking sectors, due to their past experience we are confident to provide the most secure platform and proven solutions that we are offering.
Our system architecture consists of multi-level servers that include eWallet, Central Database, Settlement as well as Device Discovery unit. With all the main brain in place, controlling the individual card format will be an ease and we can setup the way we want for the cards in different pocket with static, usage, history and also allow us to program the devices with card rules and blacklist card from our back end in case of fraud or lost card.
In short, if you looking at your own prepaid stored value cards to be used within your group of companies, i.e. various merchant whether within the same premises or multi outlet globally, our application is ready to serve your need.
Why meddle with physical cash, check and balance of such chores manually is tedious and stressful. It not only more hygiene especially during this pandemic period and also eliminate staff from misused of fund or any illegal intention when comes to cash.
Speak to our team and discuss what is your road map towards such direction and we will come in handy during your implementation and suggest relevant information that you could be very helpful to your project.