ICODE ILT vs Tag-it HF-I Standard

Compare NXP ICODE ILT (240-bit EPC, industrial laundry) vs TI Tag-it HF-I Standard (2048-bit user memory, ISO 15693). Memory, security, and application differences.

Side-by-side specs

Frequency

ICODE ILT: 13.56 MHz (13.553-13.567 MHz ISM band)
Tag-it HF-I Standard: 13.56 MHz

Protocol

ICODE ILT: ISO 18000-3 mode 3, EPC Class-1 HF RFID
Tag-it HF-I Standard: ISO/IEC 15693, ISO/IEC 18000-3

Memory

ICODE ILT: 240-bit EPC memory, 96-bit TID including 48-bit unique serial number, 64-bit reserved (32-bit access + 32-bit kill password)
Tag-it HF-I Standard: 2048 bits (256 bytes) user memory organized in 64 blocks of 32 bits (4 bytes) each, plus 64-bit UID, DSFID, AFI

Interface

ICODE ILT: RF (contactless), LA/LB antenna pads
Tag-it HF-I Standard: RF (contactless)

Temp Range

ICODE ILT: -40°C to +85°C junction, -55°C to +125°C storage
Tag-it HF-I Standard: -40°C to +85°C operating, -40°C to +125°C storage

Form Factor

ICODE ILT: Wafer (120 μm or 75 μm bumped die), XSON3 (SOT1122, 1 x 1.45 x 0.5 mm)
Tag-it HF-I Standard: Wafer (200 mm / 8 inch diameter, 265 µm thick after grinding), die size 1296 µm × 1116 µm, bumped (Ni/Au chemical bumps, 25 µm height)

Security

ICODE ILT: 32-bit access password, 32-bit kill password with recommissioning feature, configurable memory lock
Tag-it HF-I Standard: Individual block locking (user lock and factory lock per block), irreversible write protection

Spec	ICODE ILT	Tag-it HF-I Standard
Frequency	13.56 MHz (13.553-13.567 MHz ISM band)	13.56 MHz
Protocol	ISO 18000-3 mode 3, EPC Class-1 HF RFID	ISO/IEC 15693, ISO/IEC 18000-3
Memory	240-bit EPC memory, 96-bit TID including 48-bit unique serial number, 64-bit reserved (32-bit access + 32-bit kill password)	2048 bits (256 bytes) user memory organized in 64 blocks of 32 bits (4 bytes) each, plus 64-bit UID, DSFID, AFI
Interface	RF (contactless), LA/LB antenna pads	RF (contactless)
Temp Range	-40°C to +85°C junction, -55°C to +125°C storage	-40°C to +85°C operating, -40°C to +125°C storage
Form Factor	Wafer (120 μm or 75 μm bumped die), XSON3 (SOT1122, 1 x 1.45 x 0.5 mm)	Wafer (200 mm / 8 inch diameter, 265 µm thick after grinding), die size 1296 µm × 1116 µm, bumped (Ni/Au chemical bumps, 25 µm height)
Security	32-bit access password, 32-bit kill password with recommissioning feature, configurable memory lock	Individual block locking (user lock and factory lock per block), irreversible write protection

Verdict

Choose ICODE ILT if you need EPC-compliant industrial tracking with long-range read capabilities in harsh environments like laundry, textile tracking, or industrial asset management. This chip provides 240 bits of EPC memory formatted for supply chain standards, a 96-bit TID with 48-bit unique serial number, and 64 bits of reserved space for access (32-bit) and kill (32-bit) passwords. The password-based security includes a recommissioning feature that allows killed tags to be reactivated, useful in circular economy applications. It supports ISO 18000-3 mode 3 and EPC Class-1 HF protocols optimized for industrial readers and operates at 13.553-13.567 MHz. The antenna pad design (LA/LB) and rugged specification make it suitable for washing cycles and high-temperature environments where textile items require lifecycle tracking. Choose Tag-it HF-I Standard if you require substantial user data storage with granular access control in applications like library management, access control, or product authentication. This chip offers 2048 bits (256 bytes) of user memory organized in 64 blocks of 32 bits each, significantly more storage than ICODE ILT's 240-bit EPC space. Each of the 64 blocks can be individually locked using either user-accessible or factory locking mechanisms, providing irreversible write protection at block level rather than password-based access control. It complies with ISO/IEC 15693 and ISO/IEC 18000-3 standards and includes a 64-bit UID, DSFID (Data Storage Format Identifier), and AFI (Application Family Identifier) for application-specific filtering. The block-level security model suits applications where different data sections need permanent protection without kill/access password overhead, making it ideal for document tracking, medical device identification, or item-level inventory with extensive metadata requirements.

FAQ

What is the memory difference between ICODE ILT and Tag-it HF-I Standard?

Tag-it HF-I Standard offers 2048 bits (256 bytes) of user memory in 64 blocks, while ICODE ILT provides 240 bits of EPC memory plus 96-bit TID and 64-bit reserved space. Tag-it HF-I has approximately 8.5 times more user-writable memory for data storage applications.

Can ICODE ILT tags be reused after being deactivated?

Yes, ICODE ILT supports a recommissioning feature that allows tags to be reactivated after being killed with the 32-bit kill password. Tag-it HF-I Standard uses irreversible block locking without recommissioning capability.

Which chip is better for laundry tracking applications?

ICODE ILT is specifically designed for laundry and textile tracking with industrial durability, long-range performance, and EPC compliance. Tag-it HF-I Standard is optimized for data-intensive applications like libraries and access control rather than harsh industrial environments.

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