IT Polyester Asset Tag — 0.5 x 0.5 in (13x13 mm) Square, 2 mil durable film (0.05 mm)
Polyester, 0.5 x 0.5 in (13×13 mm) square, 2 mil durable film (0.05 mm). Supports custom text, logo, barcode, QR code, serial numbers and Excel/CSV variable data. Ideal for IT & office equipment. Tiered pricing for 100 / 300 / 500 / 1000 pcs.
Polyester label for IT & office equipment — from $0.46/pc. A 0.5 x 0.5 in (13×13 mm) square, 2 mil durable film (0.05 mm), marked with your custom text, logo, barcode, QR code or serial numbers. The square format suits compact equipment faces and centered logos or QR codes. Hard-coat polyester is a thin, low-cost, strong-adhesive label that holds up to indoor handling, cleaning and most light industrial wear.
Applications — where to use
This Polyester label at 2 mil durable film (0.05 mm) is built for:
- IT & office equipment: used on computers, monitors, servers and office equipment in clean indoor office and IT environments.
Is this the right size? At 0.25 in² (1.61 cm²) of marking face this is a small tag — the size we quote most often for laptops, monitors, handheld scanners and other small IT assets. It holds about 4 characters on a line, which puts it in serial-and-text territory rather than scannable-symbol territory. It goes on with permanent acrylic adhesive, so the surface has to be clean, smooth and dry.
Where it is the wrong choice: oily, rough, powder-coated or low-surface-energy plastic substrates, and anything running above 150 °C. Adhesive needs a clean, smooth face to bond to; where you cannot give it one, fasten a metal plate through a hole instead. See metal asset tags for that case.
Specification checkpoint for IT-PE-S-13x13-0.05
- IT-PE-S-13x13-0.05 is a 0.5 x 0.5 in square in Polyester, finished at 0.05 mm.
- IT-PE-S-13x13-0.05 provides 0.25 in² (1.61 cm²) of marking face. about 4 small, readable characters; supports multiple lines, a logo and a barcode/QR
- IT-PE-S-13x13-0.05 code fit is recorded as follows: QR: fits a scannable QR code 1D barcode: is short for a 1D barcode - a QR code or stacked code is better.
- IT-PE-S-13x13-0.05 is listed at $1.05/pc for 100 pieces and $0.46/pc for 1000 pieces. The written quote confirms its final price.
- IT-PE-S-13x13-0.05 uses about 11 g of tag material per 1,000 pieces before liner and packaging. IT-PE-S-13x13-0.05 proof check: Confirm the installation surface, adhesive choice and artwork orientation on the proof.
Quantity & pricing (USD)
| Quantity | Total | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| 100 pcs | $105.00 | $1.05 / pc |
| 300 pcs | $198.00 | $0.66 / pc |
| 500 pcs | $281.00 | $0.56 / pc |
| 1000 pcs | $461.00 | $0.46 / pc |
Will your data fit? (marking capacity)
| Marking process | thermal / digital printed |
|---|---|
| Smallest reliable text | 0.060 in (1.5 mm) high |
| Characters per line | about 4 small, readable characters; supports multiple lines, a logo and a barcode/QR |
| QR code | fits a scannable QR code |
| 1D barcode | is short for a 1D barcode - a QR code or stacked code is better |
Estimates for a 0.5 x 0.5 in tag; send your exact text or data and we confirm the layout on a free proof before production.
Specifications
| Material | Polyester |
|---|---|
| Size | 0.5 x 0.5 in (13×13 mm) |
| Shape | Square |
| Thickness | 2 mil durable film (0.05 mm) |
| Mounting | Permanent adhesive; removable adhesive by request |
| Compliance | RoHS-compliant materials; Indoor & outdoor adhesive options |
| Lead time | 4-6 business days after proof approval |
| Tag area | 0.25 in² (1.61 cm²) |
| Weight (calculated) | 0.01 g per tag · 11 g per 1,000 pcs |
| Service temperature | -40 to 300 °F (-40 to 150 °C) |
| Adhesive | Permanent acrylic; removable and outdoor options on request |
| Adhesive peel strength | 12–20 N/25 mm on stainless after 24 h (FINAT FTM1) |
| Minimum application temperature | +50 °F (+10 °C) onto a clean, dry surface |
| Abrasion resistance | Protective over-laminate above the print |
| Code verification | Scan-verified before shipment — QR graded to ISO/IEC 15415, grade C (1.5) minimum |
Area and weight are calculated from the nominal dimensions and 0.05 mm substrate thickness; weight is the tag material only and excludes adhesive liner or packaging. Material figures are the values this material class is specified to rather than a lot-specific test result; etch depth, anodic layer and hole geometry are our standard process settings. Request a free sample or our material datasheet to validate against your own environment.
Choosing the right material
Every material below is the same 0.5 x 0.5 in square, shown at the 500-piece reference tier for a direct substrate comparison.
| Material | 500 pcs | Continuous service | Where it wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polyester (this tag) | $0.56/pc | 150 °C | Indoor IT and office, with a thin flexible construction |
| Anodized Aluminum | $0.47/pc | 150 °C | Outdoor and equipment, with low weight and anodized color options |
| Tamper-Evident Vinyl | $0.84/pc | 80 °C | Security seals, warranty and anti-theft control |
Materials without a row are not in the standard catalog at 0.5 x 0.5 in — we cut any of our eight substrates to a size you specify, quoted on request. Service temperature is the substrate rating; see the material guide for the full comparison.
FAQ
Is a 0.5 x 0.5 in tag big enough for our asset numbers?
About 4 small, readable characters; supports multiple lines, a logo and a barcode/QR. The smallest reliably readable character height is 0.060 in (1.5 mm) high, marked thermal / digital printed across 0.25 in² (1.61 cm²) of tag face. Send your exact wording or data file and we lay it out on a free digital proof before production.
Will a scannable QR code fit on a 0.5 x 0.5 in tag?
Yes — at 0.5 x 0.5 in this tag fits a scannable QR code, and it is short for a 1D barcode - a QR code or stacked code is better. Every coded batch is scan-tested before it ships. Send the destination URL or the data string and we generate the code at the correct module size for this face.
What is the reference price for a 0.5 x 0.5 in Polyester tag?
The listed reference price is $0.46/pc at 1000 pieces, rising to $1.05/pc at the 100-piece minimum — $461.00 for the 1000-piece run. Standard tiers are 100 / 300 / 500 / 1000 pieces. Custom options typically change the unit price by about US$0.30-US$0.60 per piece. The written quote confirms the final specification and price; freight is quoted separately.
Why is the reference price higher than the anodized aluminum version of the same tag?
The listed 500-piece reference price is $0.47/pc for anodized aluminum and $0.56/pc for this material. It is rated to 150 °C continuous where this one holds 150 °C. Use the performance requirements to choose the material. Custom options typically change the unit price by about US$0.30-US$0.60 per piece, and the written quote confirms the final price.
How thick is this tag, and what does a 1,000-piece run weigh?
2 mil durable film — 0.05 mm at the substrate. Each 0.5 x 0.5 in tag weighs about 0.01 g, so 1,000 pieces come to roughly 11 g of material — useful when you are estimating freight. Calculated from the nominal dimensions and substrate density; adhesive liner and packaging are extra.
What surface preparation does the adhesive need?
Adhesive; Removable adhesive. Clean and dry the surface before application; the bond reaches full strength within 24 hours.
Can we get the tag off when the equipment is decommissioned?
Not cleanly with the standard adhesive — it is a permanent acrylic, chosen so the tag survives the asset's service life rather than the disposal at the end of it. If your refresh cycle means labels come off intact, ask for the removable adhesive when you request the quote; it is the same 0.5 x 0.5 in face and the same printing, on a different backing. Say so before the proof, not after.
How long does production take for 0.5 x 0.5 in tags?
4-6 business days after proof approval. Nothing is cut or marked before sign-off, so the clock starts at approval, not at order. We scan-test coded batches, then ship with tracking.
How this order runs
- Quote A reply usually within one business day.
- Free proof Nothing is produced until you approve it.
- Production 4-6 business days after proof approval.
- Tracked shipping Tracking reference and invoice on dispatch.
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