MICRO series
High-Temperature On-Metal RFID Tags for Rugged Asset Tracking
UHF RAIN • On-metal • Survival up to 250°C • Chemical/shock resistant • Laser-markable • Unique ID
Co-developed with Fortune 500 companies, the Xerafy MICRO series delivers high-temperature RFID tagging for metal assets in manufacturing and healthcare.
Rugged construction, on-metal read performance and secure mounting support automated tracking of molds, production carriers, tools and medical trays.
Six models make it easier to match the tag to your asset, process and available mounting space:
+ MICRO Industrial – For molds, production equipment and reusable carriers that need long-range on-metal tracking through demanding manufacturing processes.
+ MICRO Paint Shop – For paint-shop skids and carriers moving through chemical pretreatment, coating and drying ovens, with silicone-free construction.
+ MICRO Autoclave – For metal trays and equipment undergoing repeated cleaning and steam sterilization, with reinforced mounting and long-range reading.
+ MICRO Medical – For surgical trays and medical devices that need a narrow tag format for attachment to metal or plastic.
+ MICRO Power – For power tools and smaller equipment that need rugged RFID identification in a compact format.
+ MICRO Heat – For high-temperature WIP and returnable assets where a thin, lightweight tag is easier to fit.
“We love Xerafy’s range of special metal tags, which never let us down in any of our projects, especially for demanding production environments.”
With the MICRO series, our award-winning engineering team pushes the boundaries of RFID technology. Each of the 6 rugged tags combines patented packaging and engineered casing materials to protect the RFID chip from high temperatures, shocks, abrasions, pressure, and corrosives. Metal inserts enhance tag ruggedness, optimizing them for secure attachment with robust mounting systems such as rivets and screws.
For other high-temperature tagging needs, explore the ROSWELL series for ultra-rugged on-metal hard tags built for pressure and mechanical stress, or XSKIN Theta for printable RFID labels on non-metal products and components.
For smaller rugged tags, choose the PICO series for small tools and equipment, or the XS series for tight mounting spaces.
High-Temperature RFID Tags for On-Metal Tracking
Engineered to provide a reusable on-metal tagging solution that
operates reliably in the harshest environments
Rugged
For extreme conditions with Hi-Temp, Chemicals, Pressure and Waterproof
Up to 250°C
Survival temperature, exposure performance vary by model
15 meters
Leading on-metal read range
Stainless Steel Inserts
Reinforced mounting system for M3 rivets, Zip Ties, Industry-grade adhesives
Laser Engraving
Permanent identification in the harshest environments
Unique ID
Memory for item-level identification and data encoding
MICRO Industrial
For High-Temperature Production
The Xerafy MICRO Industrial passive RFID tag provides the dependability and ruggedness required in manufacturing and production.
The high temperature UHF RAIN RFID tag is field-proven for harsh environments, where its durability matches the asset's life, thanks to its rugged case and 15 meter on-metal performance.
MICRO Paint Shop
For Paint-Shop Skids and Carriers
The Xerafy MICRO Paint Shop offers an on metal RFID tagging solution for cycling through high temperatures, fluids, and chemicals.
Its silicone-free construction eliminates the risk of contamination in the paint shop. The tag is rated IP68, with high-temperature cycling established at 250°C for 500 hours.
MICRO Autoclave
For Repeated Cleaning and Sterilization
The Xerafy MICRO Autoclave is a rugged RFID tag purpose-built to withstand the rigors of sterile processing in healthcare.
With its IP69K rating and high-performance engineered polymer case, the on metal RFID tag withstands repeated chemical cleaning and autoclave cycles at high temperatures.
MICRO Medical
For Metal and Plastic Medical Devices
The MICRO Medical is a compact, high-performance RFID tag engineered for surgical instruments and medical devices. It's built with medical-grade material and designed to withstand over 1000 autoclave cycles, as well as exposure to harsh sterilization chemicals.
Its IP69K-rated construction offers full protection against water, steam, and dust, making it ideal for high-pressure cleaning and repeated sterilization. Compatible with both metal and plastic surfaces, it ensures reliable tracking without compromising instrument design or functionality.
MICRO Power
For Tools and Compact Equipment
The Xerafy MICRO Power delivers full on metal and high temperature RFID performance in a smaller form factor small enough to fit power tools and equipment.
The smaller rugged RFID tag is made of a high-performance engineered polymer for IP68 rating and extra durability against high temperatures and caustic chemicals.
MICRO Heat
Thin, Lightweight High-Temp Tagging
MICRO Heat is a compact on-metal RFID tag with a survival rating of 215°C for 48 hours.
Its IP68-rated construction supports attachment with screws, cable ties or industrial adhesive. The rugged tag offers read ranges of up to 8 meters on metal in a compact industrial form factor.
All the RFID tags in the MICRO series can be fully
personalized to support the deployment of an asset tracking RFID system
Printing
Compatible with printing: Serial numbers, IDs, Logo, 1D and 2D Barcodes
Marking
Support for permanent laser marking with case color optimized for optical readability
Encoding
Support unique IDs and EPC serialization for item-level tracking
Engineering
Support custom engineering: Industrial adhesives, ATEX, backplate, sensing features...
Case Studies
The MICRO series high-temperature RFID tags provide advanced identification and on-metal tracking capabilities to assets in demanding operations:
FAQs RFID Tagging with MICRO Series
What are the MICRO series RFID tags used for?
The Xerafy MICRO series is made of RFID tags for manufacturing (paint shops, work-in-process, production lines…), as well as aerospace, oil and gas, and healthcare.
Their technical features make them the ideal rugged tagging solution to track assets in challenging industries.
Can the MICRO series RFID tags perform on metal surfaces?
Yes, they are specifically designed to perform on metal surfaces.
Ordinary RFID tags cannot be used for metal assets: The metal interferes with RFID signals, causing problems with readability and accuracy. The Xerafy MICRO series, on the other hand, are industrial RFID tags that use antennas designed to work on metal surfaces without interference, as well as techniques such as orientation optimization.
What are the maximum temperatures for MICRO series RFID tags?
MICRO Paint Shop is rated for high-temperature exposure at 250°C for 500 hours. MICRO Heat has a survival rating of 215°C for 48 hours. Both models support RFID reading and writing from −40°C to +85°C.
For repeated production cycles, the exposure rating alone does not establish service life. Temperature, time per cycle, chemical exposure and mounting all matter.
Share your process requirements with Xerafy Engineering to select the right tag and mounting method for your production line.
What is the difference between operating and survival temperatures?
Operating temperature is the specified range for reading and writing RFID data.
Survival temperature describes the heat exposure a tag can withstand under stated conditions, including exposure duration. It does not establish read/write performance at that temperature.
To qualify a tag for your process, share the peak temperature, exposure time, number of cycles, steam or chemical exposure, mounting method and planned read points with Xerafy Engineering.
Can Xerafy RFID tags be used in medical autoclaves or sterilization processes?
Yes, Xerafy RFID tags can be used in medical autoclaves or sterilization processes.
The MICRO Medical, MICRO Autoclavable and ROSWELL Autoclavable are specifically engineered for the healthcare industry, capable of withstanding rigorous cleaning and sterilization procedures without losing functionality.
These tags ensure reliable performance through repeated reprocessing cycles, making them ideal for tracking surgical instruments and equipment in sterile environments. This durability supports effective asset management and compliance with health safety standards.
Can the MICRO series RFID tags withstand acid and alkali?
Yes, their materials offer protection to varying types and concentrations of acid or alkali typical of industrial environments.
Some acid or alkali may corrode or damage the tag over time, while others may have little to no effect.
The Xerafy Engineering team can advise on the tagging solutions best suited to the environmental conditions in which the tags will be used and assist with testing.
Are MICRO series RFID tags waterproof?
Yes, each of the MICRO series tags is waterproof and comes with its own IP rating.
The tags are designed to be resistant to water and moisture, making them suitable for use in outdoor or wet environments.
An IP rating, for Ingress Protection, sees the first number referring to protection against solids, and the second number referring to protection against water.
The most common IP ratings for industrial RFID tags are:
- IP54 – Against contamination from limited amounts of dust and other particles, and water sprays from all directions.
- IP68 – Against immersion.
- IP69k – Dustproof and can withstand pressurized washdown at high temperatures.
How reliable are the MICRO series RFID tags?
The MICRO series tags have been thoroughly tested and validated in the field by industry leaders for a range of challenging conditions, including and not limited to:
– Read range on metal and non-metal surfaces
– Read range with fixed and handheld readers
– Radiation pattern on a metal surface
– Operational and survival temperatures
– High-temperature cycling
– 10% sulfuric acid (H2SO4)
– 10% nitric acid (HNO3)
– 20% phosphoric acid (H3PO4)
– 25% hydrogen peroxide (H2O2)
– 10% sodium hydroxide (NaOH)
– IP rating
– Compression strength
– Shocks
– Vibrations (MIL-STD-810G)
– Explosive environments (e.g. ATEX)
The results of these standard and custom tests are featured in each product’s datasheet. The Xerafy Engineering team remains available to support selecting and qualifying a tagging solution best suited to the environmental conditions in which the tags will be used.
What RFID readers work with the MICRO series?
The MICRO series tags work with standard RFID readers from Zebra, Honeywell, TSL, etc that comply with EPCglobal Gen2v2 and ISO 18000-63 standards, also referred to as RAIN RFID.
Advice is available on a selection of hands-free and handheld RFID readers with frequencies and antenna polarization matching the tags’ for optimal performance.
How to securely attach the MICRO series RFID tags on metal assets?
The MICRO series can be securely mounted using pop rivets, screws, cable ties, as well as industrial adhesives and glues.
The Xerafy Engineering team can advise on the mounting solutions best suited to the assets and environmental conditions in which the tags will be used.
