Passive Tag

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Definition(s):

A tag that does not have its own power supply. Instead, it uses RF energy from the reader for power. Due to the lower power, passive tags have shorter ranges than other tags, but are generally smaller, lighter, and cheaper than other tags.
Source(s):
NIST SP 800-98

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