| Chip Model |
NXP UCODE 8 (including variants: UCODE 8m, UCODE 8xm) |
| Operating Frequency |
860–960 MHz (UHF, compliant with global regulations including FCC and ETSI) |
| Air Interface Protocol |
EPCglobal UHF Class 1 Gen2 v2 (ISO/IEC 18000-63) |
| EPC Memory |
128-bit (configurable) |
| User Memory |
- UCODE 8: 128-bit
- UCODE 8m / 8xm: 512-bit rewritable non-volatile memory
|
| TID Memory |
96-bit (includes unique chip ID, manufacturer code, and feature flags) |
| Read Sensitivity |
Industry-leading (as low as -19 dBm), ensuring reliable performance on small tags or near liquids/metals |
| Write Speed |
20–30% faster than UCODE 7, enabling ultra-fast bulk encoding |
| Dense Reader Performance |
Enhanced Dense Reader Mode (DRM) for minimal interference in multi-reader environments |
| Security & Privacy |
- Gen2v2 Authentication
- Untraceability
- Secure Kill and PermaLock features
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| Read Range |
Up to 12–15 meters (depending on antenna design, substrate, and reader power) |
| Card Substrate |
PVC, PET, ABS, Wood, or eco-friendly paper-based materials |
| Card Dimensions |
Standard ISO/IEC 7810 ID-1 (85.6 × 54.0 mm); custom shapes (e.g., wristbands, key fobs) available |
| Assembly Process |
Flip-chip or strap bonding, compatible with high-speed automated placement |
| Operating Temperature |
-20°C to +70°C (standard); industrial grade: -40°C to +85°C |
| Data Retention |
≥ 50 years |
Write Endurance
|
≥ 100,000 cycles |
| Typical Application Scenarios |
- Premium Fashion Retail: Item-level tagging for apparel and luxury goods—enables seamless inventory, loss prevention, and smart fitting rooms
- Pharmaceutical & Vaccine Tracking: High-reliability traceability compliant with GSP/GMP standards
- Airline Baggage Handling: Meets IATA Resolution 753; UCODE 8xm is optimized for baggage tag performance
- Library & Archive Management: Self-checkout, shelf scanning, and tamper-evident designs
- Smart Manufacturing & Automotive Parts Tracking: Reliable operation on metal surfaces or tiny components
- Smart Packaging & Brand Protection: Consumer authentication, interactive marketing, and anti-diversion
- Events & Stadiums: Electronic ticketing, VIP access control, and real-time crowd analytics
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