What is Chipless RFID?

Chipless RFID is a new class of low-cost radio frequency identity tags. They cost much less than $1 each, which means that these RFID tags are disposable and economical. The chipless tags, also known as RF fibers, are shaped as thin security threads, fine wires, and also as thin labels or laminates.

At modest volumes, the chipless RFID tags range in cost from 0.1 to 25 cents. Chipless tags can be applied in more diverse environments, because they work over a wider temperature range and are less sensitive to interference. And unlike chip tags, they can be implemented in thin packaging and labels and be invisible to the naked eye.

The benefits of chipless RFID are its low cost, thin and flexible profile, and agility over a range of environments.