What do I need for the MIL-STD-130? (DoD UID Label)

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The mandate number issued by the DoD is [MIL-STD-130N](//assets.ctfassets.net/eqyxjqxiewqq/5DUpwz3o1JYHiKUtOV8mGp/ce378a5ae7714472115024c27764b50e/DoD-mil-std-130N-PDF.pdf "MIL-STD-130N PDF - Change 1"). It's about 80 pages. It's a long, dense document, but the important part regarding UID is what's been mentioned. The DoD only asks for the CAGE code, part number, and serial number to produce a unique identification. The CAGE code is the unique five-digit number given to contractors with the Department of Defense. You likely have one already if you have a government contract. Also, the UID label's quality must be graded at least a B rating, referring to the quality of 2D barcode image for contrast and dot-pitch accuracy. SimplyRFiD produces grade-A labels. Grade-A UID Tags require higher quality equipment, but it means, as your image degrades over time, it won't drop below acceptable quality.

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