Medical Stainless Steel Asset Tag — 0.5 x 1.25 in (13x32 mm) Rectangle, Rigid metal plate (0.8 mm)
304 Stainless Steel, 0.5 x 1.25 in (13×32 mm) rectangle, Rigid metal plate (0.8 mm). Supports custom text, logo, barcode, QR code, serial numbers and Excel/CSV variable data. Ideal for medical & laboratory. Tiered pricing for 100 / 300 / 500 / 1000 pcs.
304 Stainless Steel tag for medical & laboratory — from $1.07/pc. A 0.5 x 1.25 in (13×32 mm) rectangle, Rigid metal plate (0.8 mm), marked with your custom text, logo, barcode, QR code or serial numbers. The rectangular profile gives the most room for multi-line text, a logo and a barcode. 304 stainless resists corrosion, solvents and washdown, so the marking stays scannable in the harshest plant, outdoor and high-temperature areas.
Applications — where to use
This 304 Stainless Steel tag at Rigid metal plate (0.8 mm) is built for:
- Medical & laboratory: used on lab instruments, medical devices and sterilizable equipment in cleaning-chemical and wipe-down/autoclave environments.
Is this the right size? At 0.63 in² (4.03 cm²) of marking face this is a small tag — the size we quote most often for hand tools, valves, fittings and instrument bodies. It holds about 13 characters on a line, enough for a 1D barcode but under the face area a 2D code needs once its quiet zone is allowed for. It fastens through a punched hole to your drawing, so it does not depend on surface preparation.
Where it is the wrong choice: indoor IT and office assets that never see heat, solvent or abrasion. Nothing there needs a 0.8 mm plate, and a 2 mil film carries the same barcode at a fraction of the cost per piece. See polyester asset tags for that case.
Specification checkpoint for MED-SS304-R-13x32-0.8
- MED-SS304-R-13x32-0.8 is a 0.5 x 1.25 in rectangle in 304 Stainless Steel, finished at 0.8 mm.
- MED-SS304-R-13x32-0.8 provides 0.63 in² (4.03 cm²) of marking face. about 13 small, readable characters; supports multiple lines, a logo and a barcode/QR
- MED-SS304-R-13x32-0.8 code fit is recorded as follows: QR: is small for QR codes - serial text is recommended at this size 1D barcode: fits a standard 1D barcode.
- MED-SS304-R-13x32-0.8 is listed at $1.52/pc for 100 pieces and $1.07/pc for 1000 pieces. The written quote confirms its final price.
- MED-SS304-R-13x32-0.8 uses about 2.6 kg of tag material per 1,000 pieces before liner and packaging. MED-SS304-R-13x32-0.8 proof check: Confirm hole count, diameter, centre spacing and artwork clearance on the proof.
Quantity & pricing (USD)
| Quantity | Total | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| 100 pcs | $152.40 | $1.52 / pc |
| 300 pcs | $456.00 | $1.52 / pc |
| 500 pcs | $654.00 | $1.31 / pc |
| 1000 pcs | $1075.00 | $1.07 / pc |
Will your data fit? (marking capacity)
| Marking process | laser-etched / engraved |
|---|---|
| Smallest reliable text | 0.080 in (2.0 mm) high |
| Characters per line | about 13 small, readable characters; supports multiple lines, a logo and a barcode/QR |
| QR code | is small for QR codes - serial text is recommended at this size |
| 1D barcode | fits a standard 1D barcode |
Estimates for a 0.5 x 1.25 in tag; send your exact text or data and we confirm the layout on a free proof before production.
Specifications
| Material | 304 Stainless Steel |
|---|---|
| Size | 0.5 x 1.25 in (13×32 mm) |
| Shape | Rectangle |
| Thickness | Rigid metal plate (0.8 mm) |
| Mounting | No adhesive; holes; industrial adhesive by request |
| Compliance | RoHS-compliant substrate; REACH SVHC-compliant; Conflict-minerals-free sourcing |
| Lead time | 7-10 business days after proof approval |
| Tag area | 0.63 in² (4.03 cm²) |
| Weight (calculated) | 2.6 g per tag · 2.6 kg per 1,000 pcs |
| Etch depth | 25–50 µm (0.025–0.050 mm) standard; to 100 µm on request |
| Service temperature | -40 to 930 °F (-40 to 500 °C) continuous |
| Salt spray | 304 stainless is specified to 720 h neutral salt spray (ASTM B117) without red rust |
| Abrasion resistance | Etched and engraved marks sit below the surface |
| UV / fade | Metal substrate does not fade |
| Mounting hole | 3.2 mm (1/8 in) diameter standard, ±0.2 mm; other diameters and positions cut to your drawing |
| Hole edge distance | 3 mm (0.12 in) minimum from hole centre to tag edge |
| Two-hole centre distance | Up to 25.8 mm apart on this size (31.8 mm long axis less the edge distance at each end); exact spacing confirmed on your proof |
| Code verification | Scan-verified before shipment — 1D barcode graded to ISO/IEC 15416, grade C (1.5) minimum |
Area and weight are calculated from the nominal dimensions and 0.8 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 1.25 in rectangle, shown at the 500-piece reference tier for a direct substrate comparison.
| Material | 500 pcs | Continuous service | Where it wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| 304 Stainless Steel (this tag) | $1.31/pc | 500 °C | Washdown, solvents and sustained heat |
| Anodized Aluminum | $0.43/pc | 150 °C | Outdoor and equipment, with low weight and anodized color options |
| Polyester | $0.59/pc | 150 °C | Indoor IT and office, with a thin flexible construction |
Materials without a row are not in the standard catalog at 0.5 x 1.25 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 1.25 in tag big enough for our asset numbers?
About 13 small, readable characters; supports multiple lines, a logo and a barcode/QR. The smallest reliably readable character height is 0.080 in (2.0 mm) high, marked laser-etched / engraved across 0.63 in² (4.03 cm²) of tag face. Send your exact wording or data file and we lay it out on a free digital proof before production.
Can I put a QR code on a 0.5 x 1.25 in tag?
This size is small for QR codes: a 2D code needs more face area than the 0.63 in² leaves once the quiet zone around it is allowed for. Custom text and sequential serial numbers still mark cleanly, and it fits a standard 1D barcode. If you need a QR code, choose a larger tag and we will confirm the layout on the proof.
What is the reference price for a 0.5 x 1.25 in 304 Stainless Steel tag?
The listed reference price is $1.07/pc at 1000 pieces, rising to $1.52/pc at the 100-piece minimum — $1075.00 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 $0.43/pc for anodized aluminum and $1.31/pc for this material. It is rated to 150 °C continuous where this one holds 500 °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?
Rigid metal plate — 0.8 mm at the substrate. Each 0.5 x 1.25 in tag weighs about 2.6 g, so 1,000 pieces come to roughly 2.6 kg of material — useful when you are estimating freight. Calculated from the nominal dimensions and substrate density; adhesive liner and packaging are extra.
Do the mounting holes come punched, or do we drill them?
Mounting holes. Holes are punched here to your layout — tell us single or double, and we position them on the proof so they clear your text.
Can these tags go through an autoclave?
Yes. Steam sterilisation runs at 121–134 °C and this plate is rated to 500 °C continuous, so the cycle is nowhere near the substrate limit, and the characters are etched 25–50 µm into the 0.8 mm stainless rather than printed on it — there is no ink or laminate for steam, disinfectant or repeated wiping to lift. Fasten it through the punched hole; do not autoclave an adhesive label.
How long does production take for 0.5 x 1.25 in tags?
7-10 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 7-10 business days after proof approval.
- Tracked shipping Tracking reference and invoice on dispatch.
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