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FR4 on-metal tag 50 x 10 mm (MFR-50x10-TF)

Short answer

MFR-50x10-TF is an FR4 on-metal tag, 50 x 10 x 3 mm, for metal surfaces. The supplier states a read distance of up to 3 m (EIRP 4 W, on metal). The supplier states an operating range of -25 to +70 °C.
Size
50 x 10 x 3 mm
Stated read distance
up to 3 m
Supplier-stated. EIRP 4 W, on metal
Operating
-25 to +70 °C
Supplier-stated
Memory
EPC 128 bit
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1.0At a glance

Shape and stated figures

Dimension drawing of FR4 on-metal tag 50 x 10 mmTop view and side view of a rectangular part, 50 mm long, 10 mm wide, 3 mm thick, drawn to one scale. Dimensions in millimeters. A 20 mm scale bar is shown.50 mm10 mm3 mmTop viewSide view20 mm scale
MFR-50x10-TF, drawn from the stated size. Dimensions in millimeters.

Stated read distance

  • up to 3 m Fixed reader, Alien 9900, EIRP 4 W, on metal Supplier-stated
    Ruler from 0 to 3 mA ruler from 0 to 3 m. It is drawn to its own scale and cannot be compared with the ruler of another stated distance.00.511.522.53 m
  • up to 1.8 m Handheld reader, Alien 9011, on metal Supplier-stated
    Ruler from 0 to 1.8 mA ruler from 0 to 1.8 m. It is drawn to its own scale and cannot be compared with the ruler of another stated distance.00.511.8 m

Temperature

Storage temperature -40 to +110 °C Supplier-stated

Storage temperature: -40 to +110 °C, on a scale of -50 to +200 °CA bar on a scale from -50 to +200 °C. The filled part runs from -40 °C to +110 °C (supplier-stated).-500+50+100+200 °C

Operating temperature -25 to +70 °C Supplier-stated

Operating temperature: -25 to +70 °C, on a scale of -50 to +200 °CA bar on a scale from -50 to +200 °C. The filled part runs from -25 °C to +70 °C (supplier-stated).-500+50+100+200 °C

2.0Choosing

Choose the MFR-50x10-TF, or look elsewhere

In favor

  • Choose it when read distance drives the decision: it states up to 3 m (EIRP 4 W, on metal), the 4th longest of the 19 FR4 on-metal tags that state that footing (they range from 0.5 m to 6.5 m).
  • Choose it when tape alone is not enough: the record lists screw, rivet and glue as well as adhesive tape.

Against

  • Avoid it when you need user memory: the record states EPC memory only.
  • Avoid it where the tag runs hotter than 70 °C in service: that is the stated operating maximum, and the higher storage figure of 110 °C is not an operating figure.

3.0Specifications

Specifications

Identity
Model code MFR-50x10-TF
Body material FR4
Color black
Mounting Screw, Rivet, Glue, Adhesive tape
Marking and encoding options Pre-encoding, Laser marking, Logo printing, Surface pattern, Surface painting, Surface printing
Dimensions and weight
Size (L x W x H) 50 x 10 x 3 mm
Radio
Chip options NXP UCODE 8
Frequency, FCC (US) 902 to 928 MHz
Frequency, ETSI (EU, UK) 865 to 868 MHz
Frequency, China Band not stated
Memory EPC 128 bit
Read and write Yes, memory banks not stated
Air interface EPC Class 1 Gen 2; ISO 18000-6C
Power source Passive, no battery
Read distance, up to 3 m Supplier-stated Fixed reader, Alien 9900, EIRP 4 W, on metal
Read distance, up to 1.8 m Supplier-stated Handheld reader, Alien 9011, on metal
Data retention 50 years Supplier-stated
Environment and durability
Storage temperature -40 to +110 °C Supplier-stated
Operating temperature -25 to +70 °C Supplier-stated
Storage humidity 5 to 95 % RH Supplier-stated
Drop test 1 m, 200 drops: passed Supplier-stated
Alcohol test 95 % alcohol: passed Supplier-stated
Gasoline test Passed Supplier-stated
Thermal shock test -40 to +70 °C, 7 cycles, 48 h Supplier-stated Test conditions, not a rating
Temperature cycle test -40 to +70 °C, 7 cycles, 48 h Supplier-stated Test conditions, not a rating
Packaging and supply
Packaging bubble bag, carton
Supply format Single pieces

4.0Reading the figures

What the figures do and do not say

Next to its neighbors

MFR-50x10-TF comparisons below use supplier-stated records.

MFR-50x10-TF's supplier-stated headline is up to 3 m (EIRP 4 W, on metal).

MFR-50x10-TF's next smaller catalog footprint is MFR-36x13-TF (36 x 13 x 3 mm). MFR-50x10-TF to MFR-36x13-TF: length decreases by 14 mm and width increases by 3 mm. Supplier-stated (EIRP 4 W, on metal): up to 3 m for MFR-50x10-TF; up to 2 m for MFR-36x13-TF. Chip selection changes from MFR-50x10-TF's NXP UCODE 8 to MFR-36x13-TF's Impinj Monza 4QT. Operating maxima: MFR-50x10-TF 70 °C; MFR-36x13-TF 85 °C (supplier-stated).

MFR-50x10-TF's next larger catalog footprint is MFR-53x13-T (53 x 13 x 3.4 mm). MFR-50x10-TF to MFR-53x13-T: length increases by 3 mm, width increases by 3 mm and height increases by 0.4 mm. Supplier-stated (EIRP 4 W, on metal): up to 3 m for MFR-50x10-TF; up to 3 m for MFR-53x13-T. The Alien 9011 handheld, on metal entry is up to 1.8 m for MFR-50x10-TF, against 1.5 m for MFR-53x13-T (supplier-stated). Replacing MFR-50x10-TF with MFR-53x13-T loses the listed screw, rivet and glue options; MFR-53x13-T lists adhesive tape. Chip selection changes from MFR-50x10-TF's NXP UCODE 8 to MFR-53x13-T's Impinj Monza 4QT.

Who states these figures

Every performance figure on this page is a supplier statement: read distance, wash life, temperature, tests, pressure and data retention. TagBrio has not tested them, and no test report, laboratory or standard is cited for them. A test envelope is a condition of a test, not a rating. Confirm each figure that matters to you on samples, on your own items and with your own reader.

5.0Mounting

How it is attached

  • Mounting diagram: ScrewA screw passes through the tag and threads into a hole in the metal surface. Labelled: screw, tag, metal surface. Schematic, not to scale.ScrewTagMetal surfaceSchematic, not to scale. Section view.
    General schematic of the method. It does not show this tag.
  • Mounting diagram: RivetA rivet passes through the tag and a metal sheet, and its far end is flared to hold them. Labelled: rivet, tag, metal sheet. Schematic, not to scale.RivetTagMetal sheetSchematic, not to scale. Section view.
    General schematic of the method. It does not show this tag.
  • Mounting diagram: GlueA tag is bonded to a metal surface with glue that rises slightly at the tag edges. Labelled: tag, glue, metal surface. Schematic, not to scale.TagGlueMetal surfaceSchematic, not to scale. Section view.
    General schematic of the method. It does not show this tag.
  • Mounting diagram: Adhesive tapeA tag is stuck to a metal surface with a thin layer of adhesive tape between them. Labelled: tag, adhesive tape, metal surface. Schematic, not to scale.TagAdhesive tapeMetal surfaceSchematic, not to scale. Section view.
    General schematic of the method. It does not show this tag.

6.0Variants

Variants and chips

Frequency variants
Region Band Order suffix
FCC (US) 902 to 928 MHz FCC
ETSI (EU, UK) 865 to 868 MHz ETSI
China Band not stated Not stated
Chip facts published by the vendors for MFR-50x10-TF
Chip Memory published by the vendor Source
NXP UCODE 8 EPC 128 bit, no user memory NXP UCODE 8 and UCODE 8m product page Read on

7.0Compared

Consider these instead, and compare the neighbors

Models to consider instead of the MFR-50x10-TF
Model Look at it when What its record says
FR4 on-metal tag 80 x 20 mm MFR-80x20-TF You need a longer stated read distance MFR-80x20-TF is 80 x 20 x 3 mm, the smallest model of the family that states more. Under the same stated footing (EIRP 4 W, on metal) it states 5 m against 3 m.
FR4 on-metal tag 36 x 13 mm MFR-36x13-TF The available surface is smaller than 50 x 10 mm MFR-36x13-TF is 36 x 13 x 3 mm, the next smaller model in the family. Under the same stated footing (EIRP 4 W, on metal) it states 2 m against 3 m.
Ceramic on-metal tag 16 mm dia. MCE-D16-T Less than 3 mm of height is available MCE-D16-T is 2 mm high (16 mm diameter, 2 mm high), in a different family. Under the same stated footing (EIRP 4 W, on metal) it states 2.5 m against 3 m.
MFR-50x10-TF next to the models closest to it in size
Specification FR4 on-metal tag 50 x 10 mm MFR-50x10-TF This model FR4 on-metal tag 36 x 13 mm MFR-36x13-TF FR4 on-metal tag 90 x 5 mm MFR-90x5-TF FR4 on-metal tag 53 x 13 mm MFR-53x13-T
Size (L x W x H) 50 x 10 x 3 mm 36 x 13 x 3 mm 90 x 5 x 3 mm 53 x 13 x 3.4 mm
Weight Not stated about 2 g Not stated Not stated
Chip options NXP UCODE 8 Impinj Monza 4QT Impinj Monza 4QT Impinj Monza 4QT
Memory EPC 128 bit EPC 128 bit, user 496 bit EPC 128 bit, user 496 bit EPC 128 bit
Mounting Screw, Rivet, Glue, Adhesive tape Screw, Rivet, Glue, Adhesive tape Screw, Rivet, Glue, Adhesive tape Adhesive tape
Operating temperature -25 to +70 °C Supplier-stated -25 to +85 °C Supplier-stated -25 to +85 °C Supplier-stated -25 to +70 °C Supplier-stated

8.0Questions

Questions about the MFR-50x10-TF

Answers quoted from the record

How far can the MFR-50x10-TF be read?

The supplier states up to 3 m (EIRP 4 W, on metal) and up to 1.8 m (Alien 9011 handheld, on metal). TagBrio has not tested either figure, so read a sample on your own part before you rely on them.

How is the MFR-50x10-TF attached?

The record lists adhesive tape, screw, rivet and glue. Confirm the fixing on your own material and surface before you order in volume.

What temperatures does the MFR-50x10-TF state?

The supplier states an operating range of -25 to +70 °C and a storage range of -40 to +110 °C. A storage range is not an operating range, and a test envelope is not a rating. Both are supplier-stated.

Which chip and memory does the MFR-50x10-TF list?

The record lists NXP UCODE 8. Memory: EPC 128 bit (supplier-stated).

Which frequency variants does the MFR-50x10-TF come in?

FCC at 902 to 928 MHz and ETSI at 865 to 868 MHz. The record also names China but states no band, so this page lists none. Say which region the tags will be read in when you ask for a quote.

Can the MFR-50x10-TF be encoded or marked?

The record lists pre-encoding, laser marking, logo printing, surface pattern, surface painting and surface printing. Ask the team which combination is available for your order.

Test it on your own surface

Samples are handled per request. The team confirms availability and terms by email.

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