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BT-2
Bandable / Weldable RFID Tag
CONTENTS
1 Product description ....................................................................................................................... 2
1.1 SpecificationS ........................................................................................................................ 2
1.2 dimensions ............................................................................................................................ 3
1.3 READ RANGE ....................................................................................................................... 4
1.4 environmental SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................ 4
1.5 supporting components ......................................................................................................... 5
1.5.1 Banding or Optional Epoxy, Optional Adhesive, or Optional Welding .......................... 5
1.6 supported services ................................................................................................................ 5
1.7 possible applications ............................................................................................................. 5
2 installation instructions ................................................................................................................. 5
2.1 tag placement ........................................................................................................................ 5
2.2 tag attaching methods ........................................................................................................... 6
2.2.1 Banding the tag to the metal surface ............................................................................. 6
2.2.2 Gluing (epoxying) the tag to the metal surface ............................................................. 7
2.2.3 Pressure-sensitive adhesive .......................................................................................... 7
2.2.4 Welding the tag to the metal surface ............................................................................. 7
3 Mounted BT-2 photos ................................................................................................................... 8
4 Contacting AbleID Ltd ........................................................................................ 12
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1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The patent-pendingTROI
BT-2 provides identification and tracking capabilities never-before available in such a tiny plastic package designed for rugged or hazardous use-areas.
The BT-2 was designed for all banding situations (2 inch diameter object and larger) using
traditional half-inch wide banding, and is able to withstand temperatures up to 200 degrees C.
A weldable version and an adhesive backed version are also offered.
1.1 SPECIFICATIONS
Device type assive RFID tag
Standard: UHF (Ultra High Frequency band; 860MHz – 950MHz))
Air interface protocol UHF: EPCGlobal Class1Gen2 / ISO/IEC 18000-6C
Operational frequency Standard: UHF 865-869 MHz (EU), 902-928 MHz (US)
IC options - UHF Standard: Impinj Monza 4
EPC memory - UHF Standard: 128 bit
EPC memory content Unique 96-bit number encoded
Extended memory - UHF Standard: 512 bit
TID - UHF Factory-programmed, non-changeable, unique 64-bit ID.
Read range - UHFReal-world: 1 – 2 meters, depending on attachment
Lab environment: 7 meters
Applicable surfaces
Any material, including sub-surface (back-filled with epoxy [non-
metallic materials]).Surface mounting on metal surfaces, both ferrous and non-ferrous.
Material High temperature plastic: Proprietary impact resistant filled nylon
Weight Tag only: 4 grams
Standards compliancyISO 17665 – Sterilization of Health Care Products – Moist SteamISO 11135 - Sterilization of Health Care Products – Ethylene Oxide
ATEX-compliant
Product RoHS compliant? Yes
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1.2 DIMENSIONS
NOTE: Not including banding or weldable bar.
25.4 mm Long x 25.4 mm Wide x 12.7 mm High
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PLAN VIEW
PROFILE VIEW
25.4 mm
Through Slot:1.6 mm High x 12.7 mm Wide
12.7
25.4
1.6 mm
Through Slot
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1.3 READ RANGE
UHF Max read range on
metal with 4W ERP
BT-2
(915 MHz)
660.4 cm / 260 inches
(6.63 m / 21.75 feet)
*The read range listed above was obtained from a lab test environment using an FCC (US)
Reader, test results may be different for an ETSI (EU) reader . Actual test results may be
different. Testing in actual use environments is strongly recommended.
1.4 ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS
* NOTE:
The RFID tag will not be functional if the BT-2 is left at the maximum indicated temperaturessuch that the internal soak temperature exceeds +80 deg C (+176 deg F). The RFID tag itself
will function between -50 deg C and +80 deg C.
Operating temperature-50º C to +200º C*
-50º F to + 392º F*
Temperature Cycling Test 200 deg C continuous, for 30 days
IP classification
IP68:
- Complete protection against dust
- Protection against continuous immersion in water
(Tested for 5 hours in 1 m [3.3 ft] depth)
Weather-ability Excellent, including UV-resistance and sea water immersion
Chemical resistance
No physical or performance changes in:
- Salt water
- NaOH (depending on concentration)
- Sulfuric acid (depending on concentration)
- Motor oil (tested in 168 hour exposure)Generally good against:
- Most solvents
- Most acids and bases
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1.5 SUPPORTING COMPONENTS
1.5.1 Banding or Optional Epoxy, Optional Adhesive, or Optional WeldingSee Section 2 Installation Instructions for further details and pictures
PurposeUse bands, or optional glue, optional adhesive, or
optional weldable bar to attach BT-2 to metal surface
Advantages
Banding: Rugged; uses traditional half inch banding
Optional Epoxy: Permanent epoxy. No need to drill
holes in mounting surface.
Optional Adhesive: Pressure-sensitive adhesive film
applied to the tag by TROI LLC.
Optional Weld: Very rugged mounting method.
1.6 SUPPORTED SERVICES
Several options are available:
- Tag pre-encoding- Laser engraving on tags surface
For further details, please contact AbleID Ltd.
1.7 POSSIBLE APPLICATIONS
Metal surfaces
Metal pipes, metal returnable containers, metal
canisters, metal pallets, high value metal
items, aerospace applications, militaryapplications, etc.
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2 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 TAG PLACEMENT
The BT-2 tag must be mounted with the large flat side of the tag with the slot towards the
metal surface and with no metal covering the tag. Mounting the tag upside down could
adversely affect the performance of the tag.
Mount this side to metal surface.
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When mounting on a pipe, select an even metal surface so that the entire base of the BT-2 (oras much of it as possible) is in contact with the mounting surface.
The BT-2’s performance depends on the shape of the metal object and the tags placement onthat surface. Testing is recommended to verify performance in each use-case.
2.2 TAG ATTACHING METHODS
The tag can be either banded, glued (epoxyed), adhered (pressure-sensitive adhesive strip on
BT-2), or welded to the metal surface.
NOTE: Epoxying or using the pressure-sensitive adhesive requires the mounting surface on
the pipe to be free of dirt and debris.
2.2.1 Banding the tag to the metal surface
Banding is an effective mounting and retention method. TROI offers many banding options –
contact us.
2.2.1.1 Banding Options
TROI LLC offers a number of banding options: Contact us for more details or to let us know
of your banding needs.
BT-2-B1; plastic banding mounted through tag (other banding material can be used)
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BT-2-B2; metal banding looped through the tag (other banding material can be used)
2.2.2 Gluing (epoxying) the tag to the metal surface
It is strongly recommended that TROI’s AP-1 adhesive_paint be used when gluing tags.(See TROI’s AP-1 adhesive_paint datasheet for details).
Whichever epoxy is used, make sure that the mounting surface is clean and free of debris
before gluing the tag to the surface.
NOTE: It is not required that the surface be “polished” for the epoxy to function. In fact, a
slightly “rough” (but without any debris remaining) surface may aid adhesion.
2.2.3 Pressure-sensitive adhesive
This is the quickest method of attachment; peel the liner from the adhesive and press the tag
to the cleaned mounting surface. NOTE: It is also the least rugged attachment method.
2.2.4 Welding the tag to the metal surface
Welding the tag to the metal surface is the most rugged attachment method available.
2.2.4.1 Weldable Option
The BT-2 is also offered in a weldable configuration.
BT-2-W1; The weldable steel bar protrudes approximately ½ inch from either side of thetag.
Top view Side view Bottom view
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3 MOUNTED BT-2 PHOTOS
Following are a number of photos showing the BT-2 mounted to various objects. BT-2 mounted onto a piece of mobile equipment.
Close-up of BT-2 mounted to the piece of mobile equipment shown above.
BT-2 mounted onto a pipe that is to be buried in a trench.
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BT-2 mounted onto a plastic pipe that is to be buried.
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BT-2 mounted onto a flat-bed trailer.
Close-up of a BT-2 mounted onto the flat-bed trailer, above.
BT-2 mounted onto a pipe connector.
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BT-2 welded to metal plate –
top view
BT-2 welded to plate – side view
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4 CONTACTING ABLEID LTD
For additional information and technical support contact:
AbleID LtdMaghull Business Centre, Red Lion Building, 1 Liverpool Road North, Maghull, L31 2HB, UK.
T: +44 (0)845 474 2001
F: +44 (0)845 474 2006
W: www.ableid.com
ADVISORY
Although any information, recommendations, or advice contained herein is given in good
faith, Troi LLC or AbleID Ltd makes no warranty or guarantee, express or implied, (i) thatthe results described herein will be obtained under end-use conditions, or (ii) as to the
effectiveness or safety of any design incorporating its products, materials, services,
recommendations or advice. Except as provided in Troi LLC or AbleID Ltd standardconditions of sale, Troi LLC or AbleID Ltd and its representatives shall in no event beresponsible for any loss resulting from any use of its materials, products or services described
herein.
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