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Tags

Self Contained Tags
Self Contained Tags
Tags are also available for mounting inside the cap lamp
Tags are also available for mounting inside the cap lamp

TRACKER Tags transmit their unique ID (and battery status) on UHF frequency to a read Beacon over a range of up to 100meters (50m before, 50m after). They use a tunable matched loop antenna printed on the circuit board.

These RFID Tags are designed to be carried by personnel, or mounted on vehicles and other equipment.

The Figures right show the two versions of Tags.  The top Figure shows the small, self contained versions of the Tag that may be worn on the belt, or attached to equipment. This version of Tag contains a 4.5V battery pack with a lifespan of 9 to 11 months.

The bottom Figure shows the ICCL Cap Lamp that can have the Tag incorporated inside, and is powered by the cap lamp's rechargeable battery. Drain on the battery is negligible, even on a 12 hour working shift.