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Ceramic UHF RFID tag, 865–868 MHz, for metal surfaces, Tag-U8-3030

GTIN: 5906935200902 · SKU: Tag-U8-3030

The Tag-U8-3030 is a black, ceramic UHF RFID tag designed for mounting on metal surfaces. It works in the EU 865–868 MHz and US 902–928 MHz bands, has an Alien Higgs-3 chip and can be read from up to 7 m with a handheld reader and up to 10 m with a fixed reader. Its compact 30 × 30 × 3 mm size makes it well suited to tracking vehicles, containers and equipment and to asset management.

Black ceramic UHF RFID tag Tag-U8-3030 next to a ruler

Table of contents​

Specifications​

  • Colour: black
  • Material: ceramic
  • Suitable surface: metal surfaces
  • Operating frequency: EU 865–868 MHz, US 902–928 MHz
  • Reading distance: up to 7 m (handheld reader), up to 10 m (fixed reader)
  • IC type: Alien Higgs-3
  • Memory: EPC 96 bit (up to 480 bit), USER 512 bit, TID 64 bit
  • Write cycles: 100,000
  • Data retention: up to 50 years
  • Dimensions: 30 × 30 × 3 mm
  • Weight: 14 g
  • Operating temperature: −40°C – +85°C
  • Storage temperature: −40°C – +150°C
  • Protection rating: IP68
  • Certificates: CE, RoHS

Kit contents​

  • Tag-U8-3030 ceramic UHF RFID tag — 1 pc.

General instructions​

Before using the RFID tags for the first time, read this manual carefully to make sure they have been installed and configured correctly.

RFID tag usage rules​

The Tag-U8-3030 is a specialised tag — designed to work in harsh conditions, e.g. more resistant to high temperatures, shocks or water.

Protection against damage​

  • RFID tags are passive devices and need no power supply. Protect them against mechanical damage to keep them reliable.
  • Use specialised tags as intended and in suitable conditions to ensure they work correctly.

Protection against interference​

  • Electromagnetic interference: RFID tags can be susceptible to electromagnetic interference, so do not store or use them near strong sources of interference, such as electronic devices that generate strong electromagnetic fields.
  • Reading data: to ensure optimal reading, store the tags so that nothing blocks the radio signal — for example, do not store them in metal containers that can interfere with the signal.

Maintenance and cleaning​

Store and operate specialised tags in line with the manufacturer's recommendations for use in harsh conditions.

Storage​

  • If the RFID tags will not be used for a long time, store them in a dry, cool place, away from strong electromagnetic fields.
  • Avoid storing the tags in places with extreme temperatures or humidity, or where they may be mechanically damaged, e.g. crushed.

Following these rules helps keep RFID tags safe to use and increases their durability and reliability.

Frequently asked questions​

Why does a ceramic tag work better on metal than a regular UHF tag?
Regular UHF tags lose range when placed on metal, because the metal surface disturbs the antenna. The Tag-U8-3030 is designed for mounting on metal surfaces and keeps its reading range there.
What is the reading range of the tag?
Up to 7 m with a handheld reader and up to 10 m with a fixed reader. The actual range depends on the reader power, the antenna and the orientation of the tag.
Which frequency band does the tag use?
The UHF band: EU 865–868 MHz and US 902–928 MHz. It needs a UHF reader — 125 kHz and 13.56 MHz readers will not read it.
Which chip and how much memory does the tag have?
An Alien Higgs-3 chip with EPC 96 bit (up to 480 bit), USER 512 bit and TID 64 bit memory. Data can be written up to 100,000 times and retained for up to 50 years.
What is the Tag-U8-3030 typically used for?
For tracking vehicles, containers and equipment and for asset management — anywhere the tag has to be mounted on metal.

Downloads​

The manuals and datasheets as PDF, in case an offline copy is needed. Everything in them is also on this page.