RFID Standards Guide: ISO18000-6C, ISO14443, ISO15693
RFID standards ensure that tags and readers from different manufacturers work together. The key standards are ISO18000-6C (EPC Gen2) for UHF tags, ISO14443A for NFC and contactless smart cards, ISO15693 for HF vicinity tags, ISO11784/11785 for animal identification, ISO28560 for library RFID, and IATA RP1740 for airline baggage tags. Choosing standard-compliant tags guarantees interoperability with your reader infrastructure and global supply chain partners.
Why Choose IDrfid
ISO18000-6C (EPC Gen2)
The global UHF RFID standard for retail, logistics and supply chain at 860-960MHz.
ISO14443A
HF standard for NFC tags and contactless smart cards with ~10cm read range.
ISO15693
HF vicinity standard for library, industrial and access applications up to ~1m.
ISO11784/11785 & ISO28560
Animal ear tag identification and library RFID standards for global interoperability.
Technical Specifications
| UHF Standard | ISO18000-6C / EPC Class1 Gen2 |
| NFC/Smart Card | ISO14443A / NFC Forum Type 2/5 |
| HF Vicinity | ISO15693 / ISO28560 (library) |
| Animal ID | ISO11784 / ISO11785 (134.2kHz) |
| Baggage | IATA RP1740 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is ISO18000-6C?
ISO18000-6C (also known as EPC Class1 Gen2) is the global standard for UHF RFID tags operating at 860-960MHz, used for retail, logistics and supply chain tracking.
What is the difference between ISO14443 and ISO15693?
Both are HF 13.56MHz standards. ISO14443A has a short ~10cm range and is used for NFC tags and smart cards; ISO15693 offers a longer ~1m range and is used for library books and industrial tracking.
Why does RFID standard compliance matter?
Standard compliance ensures your tags work with readers from any manufacturer, protecting your investment and enabling global supply chain interoperability.
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