Xerafy - PICO On (EU)

On-metal performance in a thumbnail form factor – RFID for tools and equipment

Tools, pneumatic devices, measuring instruments and critical equipment all share one trait: they sit on metal, and they are small. The Xerafy PICO On X3110-EU001-H9 is engineered exactly for this combination – a compact UHF RFID hard tag that delivers stable read rates directly on metallic surfaces despite its thumbnail form factor. If you need to identify hand tools in aerospace workshops, railway MRO, nuclear facilities, defense environments or oil & gas operations without modifying the tool body itself, this PICO variant is the go-to answer.

The technical core is built around the Alien Higgs 9 IC with 48-bit TID, 96-bit EPC and 688-bit user memory. That memory capacity supports more than basic tool identification: lifecycle data, maintenance cycles, calibration dates or workshop assignments can be stored directly on the tool and read with any EPC Gen2 compliant reader. In the EU 865–868 MHz band, the tag reaches up to 3 m read range on metal – the decisive difference compared to the off-metal counterpart in the same form factor, and what makes the PICO On the choice for gate reads, tool dispensing points and gate-based asset tracking.

Measuring 12.80 x 7.08 x 3.08 mm and weighing 1.40 g, the tag attaches to tools, measuring instruments and equipment components without compromising handling. The ceramic housing delivers mechanical stability, chemical resistance and a level of dimensional precision that polymer-based mini tags do not consistently match under comparable loads.

The following part number is available in the IDCRAFT online shop – this variant is designed for a specific use case:

• X3110-EU001-H9 – Xerafy PICO On in the EU configuration for 865–868 MHz, equipped with Alien Higgs 9 IC, 688-bit user memory and a ceramic housing. Dimensions 12.80 x 7.08 x 3.08 mm at 1.40 g, IP68 rated, survival temperature −40 °C to +150 °C, 1,176 kPa compression strength. Read range up to 3 m on metal, attached via industrial adhesive. The right pick for European tool management operations, aerospace MRO, rail workshops, nuclear operators as well as defense and oil & gas users that need to identify small tools and critical equipment directly on metal.

In direct comparison to its sibling model PICO Off, the central difference lies in the RF design: while the PICO Off is explicitly engineered for non-metallic surfaces, the PICO On extracts full read range exactly where it is hardest to achieve – on metal. Form factor, weight and protection rating remain identical, allowing a consistent visual appearance across mixed asset pools. To get the Xerafy PICO On price, current stock levels and volume tier conditions, contact IDCRAFT directly – your value-added distributor for UHF | RAIN – RFID hardware.

Technical Highlights

• EPC Gen2 / ISO/IEC 18000-63 compliant – works with all common UHF RFID readers and reader platforms
• Alien Higgs 9 IC with 688-bit user memory – stores tool IDs, lifecycle, maintenance and calibration data
• Up to 3 m read range on metal – sufficient for tool dispensing, gate capture and mobile inventory
• IP68 rating, survival up to +150 °C, 1,176 kPa compression strength
• Compact ceramic housing 12.80 x 7.08 x 3.08 mm at 1.40 g, attached via industrial adhesive

Applications

• Tool tracking in aerospace, rail and nuclear – RFID identification of hand tools directly on metal
• Defense and weapon management – labelling of safety-critical components and equipment
• Oil & gas equipment – durable tag attachment on tools and measuring instruments in harsh environments
• Data centres and IT asset tracking – RFID on server components and metallic network assets

The Xerafy PICO On is the solid mainstream solution within the PICO line for classic on-metal applications with moderate read distances. Where the PICO In targets embedded mounting, the PICO Off addresses non-metallic surfaces and the PICO Mini line pushes extreme miniaturisation, the PICO On covers the mainstream of tool and equipment identification – compact form factor, on-metal performance and enough user memory for sophisticated lifecycle strategies.

Thanks to its EPC Gen2 compliance, the tag integrates seamlessly into existing UHF | RAIN – RFID infrastructures. It works reliably with fixed readers at tool cabinets and dispensing gates, tunnel antennas above transport trolleys and mobile handheld scanners. There is no need to swap reader hardware or rework middleware – read-out works exactly as with any standard UHF tag.

Order the Xerafy PICO On X3110-EU001-H9 directly from IDCRAFT and benefit from upfront technical consultancy on your tool identification strategy, sample service for pre-tests on your own tools and short delivery times within the EU. On request, we also provide custom pre-encoding, project-specific encoding services and tiered pricing for larger volumes.

Looking to order the Xerafy PICO On X3110-EU001-H9 or need a custom quote for larger quantities? Contact IDCRAFT GmbH – your Value Added Distributor for UHF | RAIN – RFID hardware.