Industrial Stainless Steel Asset Tag — 1.25 x 2 in (32x51 mm) Rectangle, Rigid metal plate (1 mm)
304 Stainless Steel, 1.25 x 2 in (32×51 mm) rectangle, Rigid metal plate (1 mm). Supports custom text, logo, barcode, QR code, serial numbers and Excel/CSV variable data. Ideal for industrial & manufacturing. Tiered pricing for 100 / 300 / 500 / 1000 pcs.
304 Stainless Steel tag for industrial & manufacturing — from $1.83/pc. A 1.25 x 2 in (32×51 mm) rectangle, Rigid metal plate (1.0 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 (1.0 mm) is built for:
- Industrial & manufacturing: used on production lines, plant machinery and shop-floor tooling in high-heat, oil, vibration and washdown areas.
Is this the right size? At 2.5 in² (16.13 cm²) of marking face this is a mid-size tag — the size we quote most often for pumps, gearboxes, control boxes and portable test equipment. It holds about 22 characters on a line, with room for a QR code and a 1D barcode alongside the text. 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 1.0 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 IND-SS304-R-32x51-1.0
- IND-SS304-R-32x51-1.0 is a 1.25 x 2 in rectangle in 304 Stainless Steel, finished at 1.0 mm.
- IND-SS304-R-32x51-1.0 provides 2.5 in² (16.13 cm²) of marking face. about 22 small, readable characters; supports multiple lines, a logo and a barcode/QR
- IND-SS304-R-32x51-1.0 code fit is recorded as follows: QR: fits a scannable QR code 1D barcode: fits a standard 1D barcode.
- IND-SS304-R-32x51-1.0 is listed at $2.60/pc for 100 pieces and $1.83/pc for 1000 pieces. The written quote confirms its final price.
- IND-SS304-R-32x51-1.0 uses about 13 kg of tag material per 1,000 pieces before liner and packaging. IND-SS304-R-32x51-1.0 proof check: Confirm hole count, diameter, centre spacing and artwork clearance on the proof.
Quantity & pricing (USD)
| Quantity | Total | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| 100 pcs | $259.80 | $2.60 / pc |
| 300 pcs | $780.00 | $2.60 / pc |
| 500 pcs | $1115.00 | $2.23 / pc |
| 1000 pcs | $1834.00 | $1.83 / 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 22 small, readable characters; supports multiple lines, a logo and a barcode/QR |
| QR code | fits a scannable QR code |
| 1D barcode | fits a standard 1D barcode |
Estimates for a 1.25 x 2 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 | 1.25 x 2 in (32×51 mm) |
| Shape | Rectangle |
| Thickness | Rigid metal plate (1.0 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 | 2.5 in² (16.13 cm²) |
| Weight (calculated) | 13 g per tag · 13 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 44.8 mm apart on this size (50.8 mm long axis less the edge distance at each end); exact spacing confirmed on your proof |
| Code verification | Scan-verified before shipment — QR graded to ISO/IEC 15415 and 1D barcode graded to ISO/IEC 15416, grade C (1.5) minimum |
Area and weight are calculated from the nominal dimensions and 1.0 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 1.25 x 2 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) | $2.23/pc | 500 °C | Washdown, solvents and sustained heat |
| Anodized Aluminum | $0.79/pc | 150 °C | Outdoor and equipment, with low weight and anodized color options |
| Polyester | $1.15/pc | 150 °C | Indoor IT and office, with a thin flexible construction |
Materials without a row are not in the standard catalog at 1.25 x 2 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
How much text fits on a 1.25 x 2 in 304 Stainless Steel tag?
About 22 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 2.5 in² (16.13 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 1.25 x 2 in tag?
Yes — at 1.25 x 2 in this tag fits a scannable QR code, and it fits a standard 1D barcode. 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 1.25 x 2 in 304 Stainless Steel tag?
The listed reference price is $1.83/pc at 1000 pieces, rising to $2.60/pc at the 100-piece minimum — $1834.00 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 $0.79/pc for anodized aluminum and $2.23/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 — 1.0 mm at the substrate. Each 1.25 x 2 in tag weighs about 13 g, so 1,000 pieces come to roughly 13 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.
Will the marking survive washdown, solvents and abrasion?
Yes — this is the substrate we quote for exactly that. The characters are etched 25–50 µm into the 1.0 mm stainless, so there is no ink or coating on the surface for a cleaner, a solvent or a wire brush to take off. 304 is specified to 720 h neutral salt spray (ASTM B117) without red rust, and the plate holds up to 500 °C continuous.
How long does production take for 1.25 x 2 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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