Public sector & environment
RFID Hardware for Armoury and Weapon Management
An RFID armoury replaces hand-written issue registers with a tag on every weapon and a reader at the issue counter. Most weapons are largely steel, so the tags must be designed for metal, and the counter reader only needs a short range so it identifies the item placed on it and nothing else. This page lists the on-metal tags, desktop readers, handhelds and personnel cards from our catalogue that make up that kit.
All of it works in India's 865–868 MHz UHF band. The workflow at the counter, identity checks, ammunition entries and registers are handled by the armoury software, which is described on IdentiumOne.
How it works
- 1
Tag each weapon
Fix a small ceramic on-metal tag at a set position on each weapon type, and tag magazines and accessories the same way. Each tag number is linked to the weapon's butt number in the register.
- 2
Identify the person
The person drawing a weapon presents a UHF ID card at the counter, and the software can add further identity checks as the unit requires.
- 3
Issue and return
The armourer places the weapon on a desktop UHF reader. The software matches it to the person and the duty, records the issue and does the same on return.
- 4
Count the racks
A rugged handheld reads the tags along the racks during routine counts and handovers and lists anything missing or out of place.
Hardware you need
Weapon tag
The CR400 ceramic tag (10 × 5 × 3 mm) is built for metal surfaces and reads at up to 2.0 m with a fixed reader or 1.0 m with a handheld when mounted on metal. The ID-C6009 (5 × 5 × 3 mm, IP68) suits smaller parts and accessories.
- Ceramic UHF On-Metal RFID Tag CR400 (10 × 5 × 3 mm)₹445 + GST
- Micro Ceramic UHF On-Metal RFID Tag ID-C6009 (5 × 5 × 3 mm)₹475 + GST
Boxes and larger metal items
For steel ammunition boxes, cases and rack positions, the UMMT on-metal tag (60 × 19 mm) gives longer range, rated up to 10 m on metal depending on the reader.
All UHF RFID TagsIssue counter reader
The IDTS-103 (103UDR) desktop reader reads and writes UHF tags at an adjustable range of up to 30 cm, so only the item on the counter is picked up. It connects over serial or HID and needs no external power supply.
- UHF Desktop Reader - 103₹15,000 + GST
Rack counts
The CX1500N rugged Android handheld reads UHF tags in bulk for daily counts, surprise checks and handovers between in-charges. The CX1500N evaluation kit adds sample UHF tags for a first trial.
- Uhf Handheld Rfid Reader CX1500N₹58,000 + GST
- RFID Inventory Evaluation Kit – CX1500N UHF Handheld + Sample Labels₹59,775 + GST
Personnel ID
Printed UHF ID cards with photo, name and number identify staff at the counter on the same desktop reader.
- Printed UHF Cards₹30 + GST
The software
The armoury software runs the issue counter and gives the in-charge and supervising officers a view of the same records. It notes who drew which weapon and when it came back, keeps ammunition issue and return entries, and keeps the unit's registers current from those transactions, with every action traceable to a user. For the complete workflow and a demonstration, see IdentiumOne.
RFID armoury and weapon management software on IdentiumOneWhy teams use it
- Each issue and return is tied to a named person and a time.
- Rack counts are done by sweeping a handheld instead of reading numbers one by one.
- Small ceramic tags sit on the weapon without getting in the way.
- The short-range counter reader only identifies the item being handled.
Shop the hardware
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CX1500N-EVK
RFID Inventory Evaluation Kit – CX1500N UHF Handheld + Sample Labels
₹59,775 + GST
Per piece
Printed UHF Cards
₹30 + GST
Min. order 500 pcs
Frequently asked questions
Why use a ceramic on-metal tag on weapons?
Ordinary UHF labels lose range when stuck to steel. On-metal tags such as the CR400 are designed to sit directly on a metal surface, which is what a rifle or pistol presents.
Can we try the hardware before a full rollout?
Yes. The CX1500N evaluation kit includes the handheld and sample UHF tags for a first trial, and you can ask for CR400 samples through our Request RFID Samples page. In the store, CR400 tags have a minimum order of 500 pieces.
What happens if a weapon tag is damaged?
Keep a stock of spare CR400 tags. A replacement tag can be written on the desktop reader and linked to the same weapon record in the software.
Is the armoury software sold in the store?
No. The store supplies the tags and readers. The armoury management software, its deployment and a demo are offered through IdentiumOne.