UHF RFID for Warehouses, Dock Doors & Portals
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OM-170 13 m Long-Range ABS On-Metal UHF RFID Tag, 69 × 23 mm
Longest-reading tag in our on-metal range: 13 m on metal with a 4 W fixed reader from a 69 × 23 × 7 mm ABS body. NXP UCODE 8; 902–928 and 866–868 MHz.
- 13 m on metal with a 4 W fixed reader; 5 m with a handheld
- Compact ABS body, 69 × 23 × 7 mm, low enough for doors and panels
- NXP UCODE 8 chip
- Order OM-170-US for 902–928 MHz or OM-170-EU for 866–868 MHz systems
- Hole at each end for screw or rivet fixing
- Frequency
- 902–928 MHz / 866–868 MHz
- Chip
- NXP UCODE 8
- Read range (4 W fixed, on metal)
- 13 m
- Read range (handheld)
- 5 m
- Housing
- ABS
- Dimensions
- 69 × 23 × 7 mm
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13 m Long-Range ABS On-Metal UHF RFID Tag, 69 × 23 mm: overview
OM-170 is a compact ABS-encased UHF tag for metal assets that must be identified from a distance: returnable metal containers and cages, steel racking, machinery and tooling, and metal-bodied equipment moving through logistics hubs. At 69 × 23 × 7 mm it is the smallest of our ABS tags, yet it carries the longest range quoted anywhere in our on-metal line.
The datasheet gives 13 m on a metal surface with a 4 W fixed reader and 5 m with an Impinj R2000-based handheld. The tag uses an NXP UCODE 8 chip and is listed for 902–928 MHz and 866–868 MHz. We offer it as OM-170-US and OM-170-EU so every order is matched to your reader's regional band, and we confirm the band with you before dispatch.
The 7 mm profile keeps the tag low on doors, frames and panels where a thicker housing could snag, and the ABS body has a hole at each end for screws or rivets.
Integration notes
The 13 m figure assumes a 4 W reader and a tag mounted flat on metal; validate distance at the power level your region and installation allow, with the antenna you will deploy. The datasheet does not list hole size or an adhesive option, so check fasteners on samples. If you need 860–960 MHz coverage in one part, see OM-150 or OM-160.
OM-170 specifications
RF & chip
| Frequency band | 902–928 MHz (US) / 866–868 MHz (EU) |
|---|---|
| Chip | NXP UCODE 8 |
| Air interface | Passive UHF, EPC Gen2 (ISO/IEC 18000-63) |
Read range (datasheet)
| Fixed reader (4 W), on metal | 13 m |
|---|---|
| Handheld reader (Impinj R2000-based) | 5 m |
Mechanical
| Housing / substrate | ABS |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 69 × 23 × 7 mm |
| Mounting | Screws or rivets through the two end holes |
| Designed for | Direct mounting on metal surfaces |
Rugged ABS on-metal UHF tags compared
| SKU | Size (mm) | Chip | Band | Fixed reader (4 W), on metal | Handheld reader |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OM-150 | 135 × 22 × 12 | Impinj Monza 4QT | 860–960 MHz | 8 m | 3 m |
| OM-160 | 79 × 31 × 9.5 | Alien Higgs-9 | 860–960 MHz | 5–8 m | 2.5 m |
| OM-170 | 69 × 23 × 7 | NXP UCODE 8 | 902–928 MHz / 866–868 MHz | 13 m | 5 m |
Datasheet figures. Fixed-reader ranges are with the tag on metal and a 4 W reader; handheld ranges use an Impinj R2000-based handheld.
Specifications can change between production batches. Confirm the current revision with us before placing volume orders.
Ordering options
Quote the SKU that matches your frequency, interface and mounting. Not sure? Send us your controller model and we will pick the variant for you.
| SKU | Configuration | Actions |
|---|---|---|
| OM-170-US | Long-range ABS on-metal UHF tag, 69 × 23 × 7 mm, NXP UCODE 8, for 902–928 MHz systems | |
| OM-170-EU | Long-range ABS on-metal UHF tag, 69 × 23 × 7 mm, NXP UCODE 8, for 866–868 MHz systems |
Where the OM-170 is used
- Returnable metal containers and cages read at dock doors
- Steel racking and machinery registered from a distance
- Tooling and metal-bodied equipment tracked through logistics hubs
- Armory cabinets and medical equipment frames audited with a handheld
RFID Asset & Tool Tracking
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OM-170 FAQ
How was the 13 m range measured?
With a 4 W fixed reader and the tag on a metal surface. With an Impinj R2000-based handheld the datasheet quotes 5 m.
Which variant do I need for Europe?
Order OM-170-EU for 866–868 MHz systems and OM-170-US for 902–928 MHz systems. We confirm the band against your reader before dispatch.
Is it smaller than the other ABS tags?
Yes. At 69 × 23 × 7 mm it is shorter and thinner than OM-150 (135 × 22 × 12 mm) and OM-160 (79 × 31 × 9.5 mm), and it has the highest quoted range of the three.
Can I write my own EPC to the tag?
Yes. The NXP UCODE 8 chip is EPC Gen2, so any Gen2 reader-writer can encode your numbering on site.
Before you buy
Related buyer guides
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Does RFID Work on Metal? How to Choose On-Metal Tags
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