Product Overview
Heat press RFID laundry tags are designed for permanent attachment to textiles using a heat press machine. The tags bond directly to fabric at 218°C in 15-20 seconds with minimum 0.6 MPa pressure, creating a secure and durable hold that survives industrial washing, sterilization, and ironing. Built with soft textile material at 1.5mm thickness, the tags remain comfortable against skin even on uniforms and bed linens.
With NXP UCODE 8 or UCODE 9 chips operating at UHF 860-960 MHz, these tags deliver read ranges up to 8 meters (up to 23 feet) with fixed readers and up to 3 meters with handheld readers, enabling efficient bulk scanning of linens, uniforms, and garments. Eight standard sizes are available from 35×15mm to 75×15mm, with custom sizes for specific tracking needs.
These tags withstand 200 industrial wash cycles at up to 90°C, resist all common laundry chemicals including bleach and alkali, and tolerate sterilization at 135°C and ironing at 190°C. Resistant to high temperatures, detergents, chemicals, and mechanical stress, they are widely used in hospitality, healthcare, commercial laundry services, and workwear management.
Key Features
200 Wash Cycle Durability
Withstands 200 industrial wash cycles at up to 90°C. Resistant to high temperatures, detergents, chemicals, and mechanical stress. Rated for 60 bar water extraction pressure.
Heat Press Installation
Bonds permanently to fabric at 218°C in 15-20 seconds with minimum 0.6 MPa pressure. No sewing required. Secure adhesion that won't peel or detach during washing.
Up to 8m (23 ft) Read Range
UHF 860-960 MHz with ISO 18000-6C protocol. Fixed readers reach up to 8m (up to 23 feet), handheld readers up to 3m. Larger tag sizes provide longer read distances.
Flexible Textile Material
Soft 1.5mm thick fabric that contours to garments. Comfortable against skin for uniforms, hospital gowns, and bed linens. White color blends with textiles.
8 Standard Size Options
Available in 35×15mm, 40×15mm, 55×12mm, 58×15mm, 70×10mm, 70×15mm, 70×18mm, and 75×15mm. Custom sizes available for specific tracking needs.
Printing & Pre-encoding
Supports barcode, QR code, serial number, and text printing. Pre-encoding with EPC codes or serial numbers for immediate deployment.
Product Specifications
| Parameter |
Specifications |
| — RFID PARAMETERS — |
| Frequency |
860-960 MHz |
| Protocol |
ISO 18000-6C, EPC Class1 Gen2 |
| Chip Options |
NXP UCODE 8 · NXP UCODE 9 |
| Memory (UCODE 8) |
EPC 128 bits · TID 96 bits · User 0 bit |
| Memory (UCODE 9) |
EPC 96 bits · TID 96 bits · User 0 bit |
| Read Range |
Up to 8m / 23 ft (fixed reader) · Up to 3m (handheld) |
| Write Endurance |
100,000 times |
| Data Retention |
≥20 years |
| Pre-encoding |
Serial numbers, EPC codes, barcode data |
| — PHYSICAL PARAMETERS — |
| Material |
Textile (soft fabric) |
| Color |
White |
| Thickness |
1.5mm |
| Standard Sizes |
35×15mm · 40×15mm · 55×12mm · 58×15mm · 70×10mm · 70×15mm · 70×18mm · 75×15mm |
| Custom Sizes |
Available |
| Printing |
Barcode, QR code, serial number, text |
| Installation |
Heat press: 218°C, 15-20s, ≥0.6 MPa |
| Packing |
100pcs/bag |
| — WASHING & TEMPERATURE PARAMETERS — |
| Washing Cycles |
200 |
| Washing Temperature |
Up to 90°C (15 min) |
| Pre-drying |
180°C (30 min) |
| Sterilization |
135°C (20 min) |
| Ironing |
190°C (12 sec) |
| Water Extraction |
60 bar |
| Chemical Resistance |
All common wash chemicals |
| Durability |
Resistant to high temperatures, detergents, chemicals, and mechanical stress |
| Washing Temperature |
-25°C to 110°C |
| — INSTALLATION GUIDELINES — |
| Tag Placement |
Personnel Management: Install at the junction of the shoulder and arm.
Hotel Linens: Place in the corners or discrete areas to avoid user detection.
Fabric Production: Install in corners.
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| RFID Antenna Polarization |
Circularly Polarized Antennas: No alignment required with the reader antenna.
Linearly Polarized Antennas: Align the tag's polarization direction with the reader antenna to ensure functionality.
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Applications
Hotel Linen Management
Track bed sheets, towels, pillowcases, and table linens through laundry cycles. Reduce losses and automate inventory counts across large hotel properties.
Hospital & Healthcare Uniforms
Monitor medical garments, scrubs, and patient gowns through sterilization cycles. Ensure compliance with hygiene standards and track garment lifespan.
Commercial Laundry Services
Enable bulk sorting and processing of textiles from multiple clients. Automatic RFID identification eliminates manual counting and reduces sorting errors.
Workwear & Military Uniforms
Track uniform lifecycle, replacement schedules, and assignment records across large organizations. Heat press tags survive rugged daily wear and industrial washing.
Textile Manufacturing
Monitor fabric through production stages from weaving to finishing. Track work-in-progress and quality control with permanent UHF RFID identification.
Healthcare Sterilization Tracking
Verify that surgical textiles and hospital linens have completed the sterilization cycle before reuse. Temperature-resistant tags ensure reliable tracking through high-heat processes.
Why Choose RFIDSU?
0+
Years in RFID Manufacturing
OEM/ODM
Full OEM/ODM Custom Service
Free
Samples & Technical Support
Shenzhen RFIDSU Technology Co., Ltd. is a professional RFID tag manufacturer with 10+ years of experience in RFID laundry tags. We specialize in designing and producing UHF RFID textile tags for hospitality, healthcare, and commercial laundry operations worldwide. Our products comply with ISO 18000-6C and are exported to 50+ countries with full OEM/ODM support.
Customization Options
Customize your heat press RFID laundry tags to match your textile tracking requirements. Our OEM/ODM team supports the following options:
Size Customization
Custom dimensions available for unique textile shapes. 8 standard sizes from 35×15mm to 75×15mm. Larger sizes offer longer read ranges.
Chip Selection
Choose NXP UCODE 8 (EPC 128 bits, TID 96 bits, User 0 bit) or UCODE 9 (EPC 96 bits, TID 96 bits, User 0 bit). Other UHF chip options available upon request for specific read range or memory requirements.
Printing Options
Barcode, QR code, serial number, logo, and text printing. Up to 2-color flexographic printing on white textile surface.
Pre-encoding Service
Pre-encoded with your EPC codes or serial numbers for immediate deployment. Bulk encoding available for large laundry operations.
Adhesive Formula
Custom heat-press adhesive formulations for specific fabric types and temperature requirements. Optimized bonding for high-volume orders.
Packaging Options
Standard 100pcs/bag, or bulk packaging for automated application. Custom labeling and branding available.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are heat press RFID laundry tags installed?
Set the heat press machine to 218°C with minimum 0.6 MPa pressure. Place the tag on the fabric and press for 15-20 seconds. The adhesive melts and bonds permanently to the textile. Avoid temperatures below 210°C or pressure below 0.6 MPa, as this may result in poor adhesion.
Can these tags survive industrial washing and sterilization?
Yes. UHF RFID laundry tags are rated for 200 wash cycles at up to 90°C. They withstand sterilization at 135°C, pre-drying at 180°C, ironing at 190°C, and 60 bar water extraction pressure. Resistant to high temperatures, detergents, chemicals, and mechanical stress. Chemical resistance covers all common laundry chemicals including bleach and alkali.
What read range can I expect?
Read range depends on tag size and reader type. With fixed readers, the range can reach up to 8 meters (up to 23 feet). Handheld readers typically achieve 1-3 meters. Larger tags (75×15mm) provide longer read distances due to bigger antenna area.
What is the difference between NXP UCODE 8 and UCODE 9?
UCODE 8 offers EPC 128 bits, TID 96 bits, User 0 bit, suitable for applications requiring larger EPC data storage. UCODE 9 provides EPC 96 bits, TID 96 bits, User 0 bit, optimized for simpler identification tasks with a smaller chip footprint. Both share the same UHF 860-960 MHz frequency and ISO 18000-6C protocol.
Can I print barcodes or QR codes on the tags?
Yes. The white textile surface supports barcode, QR code, serial number, and text printing. QR codes are commonly used for visual verification alongside RFID scanning, providing a dual-identification system for laundry operations.
What sizes are available?
Eight standard sizes: 35×15mm, 40×15mm, 55×12mm, 58×15mm, 70×10mm, 70×15mm, 70×18mm, and 75×15mm. Custom sizes are available upon request. All tags are 1.5mm thick. Choose larger sizes for longer read ranges, or smaller sizes for discreet placement on garments.
