RFID 1540-U8 Tag

The ID-1540-U8 is a high-performance UHF RFID inlay engineered for inventory management, asset tracking, and supply chain visibility applications. Built on the UHF chip platform, it delivers reliable read ranges of up to 6 m in demanding real-world environments.

Key Features:

• Compact form factor
• UHF chip — optimised for long-range performance and fast inventory cycles
• Frequency: 860–960 MHz (global UHF RFID standard)
• Read range: up to 6 metres (depending on antenna and environment)
• Flexible, thin substrate suitable for flat and curved surface application
• RoHS-compliant materials; suitable for high-volume industrial deployment

The ID-1540-U8 is compatible with all standard UHF RFID readers and printers. Ideal for warehouse logistics, retail, manufacturing, and field asset management where high-throughput scanning and durability matter.

About the RFID 1540-U8 Tag

Built around the U8 chip, the RFID 1540-U8 Tag (model ID-1540-U8) is the high-volume member of Identium's 1540 inlay family. It is meant for item and carton labelling on cardboard, paper, plastic and fabric, where a printable face that reads dependably to 6 m matters more than headline range. Rolls run through standard UHF RFID printers, so a single label can carry a barcode, product text and an encoded number in one pass. The chip answers EPC Gen2 / ISO 18000-6C commands from any compliant handheld or fixed reader, and the antenna covers the 860–960 MHz global UHF range including the 865-868 MHz India allocation and ETSI 865-868 MHz sites abroad.

Key specifications

Best-fit applications

• Retail chains printing price-and-serial labels for footwear boxes and packaged goods
• Third-party logistics providers tagging shipper cartons for dock-door verification
• Hospital stores labelling consumable packs for monthly cycle counts
• Libraries and record rooms tagging files and bound registers
• Auto-component suppliers marking kanban bins on the shop floor

Mounting, encoding and reading notes

Load the roll with the inlay position calibrated so the printer's encoder sits over the chip, then print and write in a single pass. Place labels on the flattest face of the pack rather than across an edge or a seam; cardboard, wood and plastic all behave well, while foil-lined packaging and filled bottles pull the range down. Sweep slowly with a handheld in dense tag populations so every chip gets a turn to reply, and re-verify a short sample after any change of printer, ribbon or face stock.

Why buy from Identium

Converting happens in India, which means label size, adhesive and face stock get matched to your printer and your packaging instead of the other way round. Encoding to your numbering scheme, pre-printed artwork and volume or OEM rates are quoted on request, and we send trial rolls at no cost so you can run them on your own machine before committing. See related UHF RFID tags, and check current RFID tag prices in India for 2026 before you finalise a volume order.

Frequently asked questions

What is the read range of the RFID 1540-U8 tag?

The RFID 1540-U8 UHF tag reads up to 6 metres, depending on the reader antenna, transmit power and environment. It operates across 860-960 MHz, which covers India's 865-868 MHz UHF band. Read distance falls in tightly packed stock or near metal shelving and liquids.

What is the price of the RFID 1540-U8 tag in India?

Pricing for the RFID 1540-U8 UHF tag depends on quantity, printing and encoding. Refer to the listed price on the India RFID Store page or request bulk pricing. Identium manufactures UHF RFID inlays in India and offers volume and OEM rates with pan-India shipping.

Can the RFID 1540-U8 label be stuck on metal items?

No. The RFID 1540-U8 is a standard flexible UHF label, and label tags of this kind do not read reliably on metal surfaces or over liquid. Metal tools, racks and equipment need a dedicated on-metal UHF tag, which India RFID Store also manufactures and stocks.

Can I get a sample of the RFID 1540-U8 tag before ordering in bulk?

Yes. India RFID Store offers samples of the RFID 1540-U8 UHF tag for testing before a bulk order, with pan-India shipping. Custom printing, pre-encoding and OEM quantities are available, since Identium is a BIS and WPC certified Indian RFID manufacturer.

Related guides & resources

• Browse all UHF RFID Inlays & Labels
• Read: RFID tag price guide (India)
• Read: RFID inventory accuracy in retail
• Bulk & OEM pricing: bulk & OEM pricing