What is RFID?
January 2018
WHAT PURPOSE DOES IT SERVE?
The RFID device serves the same purpose as a bar code or a magnetic strip on the back of a credit card or ATM card; it provides a unique identifier for that object. And, just as a bar code or magnetic strip must be scanned to get the information, the RFID device must be scanned to retrieve the identifying information.
WHAT CAN RFID BE USED FOR?
RFID tags come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes; they may be encased in a variety of materials including:
Animal tracking tags (often the size of a grain of rice).
Tags can be screw-shaped to identify trees or wooden items.
Credit-card shaped for use in access applications.
The anti-theft hard plastic tags attached to merchandise in stores are also RFID tags.
Heavy-duty transponders are used to track shipping containers, heavy machinery, and trucks.
ADVANTAGES OF RFID VERSUS BARCODES
RFID tags and barcodes both carry information. However, there are important differences between these two technologies:
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Cards Plus has a large range of RFID cards and solutions to provide your company with the best product and service. If you need more information, please give us a call or pop into our offices.