Passive Ball Marker
The Passive Ball Marker is a cutting-edge solution designed to simplify asset tracking, underground utility mapping, and infrastructure management. Utilizing passive RFID technology, this marker offers a highly efficient and reliable way to track and locate buried assets and infrastructure components in real-time. Unlike traditional markers, the Passive Ball Marker does not require an external power source, making it a sustainable and cost-effective tool for a wide range of industries, including utilities, telecommunications, construction, and municipal infrastructure.
With its compact design and ease of use, the Passive Ball Marker is ideal for marking underground assets such as water pipelines, gas lines, electrical cables, fiber optic cables, and other essential infrastructure components. By enabling accurate identification and location of these assets, the Passive Ball Marker helps reduce the risks associated with asset misplacement, accidental damage, or inefficient maintenance practices.
Product Overview
The Passive Ball Marker is designed to provide precise, real-time asset tracking by utilizing embedded passive RFID technology. These small, spherical markers are placed in the field at specific asset locations, such as utility lines, construction sites, or municipal infrastructure. Once installed, these markers can be identified and located using compatible RFID readers, allowing operators to instantly retrieve information about the asset’s type, condition, and position.
What sets the Passive Ball Marker apart from other tracking solutions is its passive technology, which does not require an external power source. Instead, it is powered by the electromagnetic field created by an RFID reader when it comes within range. This feature eliminates the need for batteries or other power supplies, making the Passive Ball Marker highly cost-effective and environmentally friendly.
Additionally, the Passive Ball Marker is designed to withstand harsh environmental conditions. Whether it’s extreme weather, soil acidity, or physical impact, the durable casing ensures that the marker remains intact and functional for years. This long-lasting and reliable design makes it ideal for both short-term and long-term deployments in the field.
Key Features
- Passive RFID Technology
The Passive Ball Marker employs passive RFID technology, which allows for long-range identification of buried assets without the need for a power supply. This makes it both efficient and environmentally sustainable.
- Durable and Weather-Resistant
Built with high-strength, impact-resistant materials, the Passive Ball Marker is designed to endure harsh environmental conditions, including extreme temperatures, moisture, and UV exposure. Its weather-resistant casing ensures long-term durability, even in challenging outdoor environments.
- Compact and Easy to Install
The spherical design of the Passive Ball Marker makes it easy to install in various locations. Whether it’s marking buried utilities or key infrastructure, the marker’s compact size allows for easy placement without requiring significant excavation or disruption to the surrounding environment.
- Long-Range Identification
Thanks to its passive RFID functionality, the Passive Ball Marker can be read from a distance of up to 10 meters, depending on the environmental conditions and the reader’s power. This feature enhances asset location efficiency, saving valuable time and resources during maintenance, repairs, or construction work.
- Cost-Effective and Low Maintenance
Without the need for batteries or external power, the Passive Ball Marker is highly cost-effective. The low maintenance requirements reduce operational costs over time, making it an ideal choice for long-term deployment.
- Precise Asset Tracking
Each marker contains an embedded RFID chip, which can be programmed with detailed information about the asset’s type, location, and maintenance history. This helps provide accurate real-time data when accessed by RFID readers.
Applications
The Passive Ball Marker can be used in a wide range of industries and applications, including:
- Utility Infrastructure
Used by utilities such as water, gas, and electricity companies, the Passive Ball Marker is used to mark the location of critical underground infrastructure like pipelines, cables, and manholes. The marker ensures that these assets can be easily identified and accessed for maintenance, inspection, or repairs.
- Telecommunications
In the telecommunications industry, where underground fiber optic cables and coaxial lines are common, the Passive Ball Marker helps identify and locate essential network components. This makes network expansions, upgrades, and repairs much more efficient.
- Construction Projects
During construction, the Passive Ball Marker is used to mark critical asset locations, ensuring that utilities are not damaged during excavation or other construction activities. It helps project managers quickly locate assets without having to dig or disrupt the surrounding area.
- Municipal Infrastructure
Municipalities use these markers to track underground infrastructure like sewage systems, stormwater drains, and electrical grids. With the Passive Ball Marker, city planners and maintenance teams can easily locate key assets and ensure their proper functioning.
- Oil and Gas Industry
In the oil and gas sector, where pipelines and other critical infrastructure are often buried deep underground, the Passive Ball Marker ensures that assets can be accurately located and monitored, reducing the risk of accidental damage or failure.
Benefits
- Increased Efficiency
The Passive Ball Marker significantly improves operational efficiency by providing quick and accurate identification of underground assets. This eliminates the need for manual tracking, reducing the time spent on asset location and minimizing downtime.
- Cost Savings
Without the need for external power or batteries, the Passive Ball Marker is a highly cost-effective solution for long-term asset tracking. The reduced maintenance requirements further contribute to savings over time.
- Enhanced Safety
The ability to quickly and accurately locate underground utilities and infrastructure reduces the risk of accidental damage during excavation or construction work. This enhances safety for both workers and the surrounding environment.
- Long-Lasting Durability
The weather-resistant and impact-resistant design ensures that the Passive Ball Marker will continue to function effectively for years, even in the harshest conditions. This makes it an ideal investment for long-term infrastructure management.
- Environmentally Friendly
The Passive Ball Marker operates without the need for batteries or power, making it a sustainable and eco-friendly solution for asset tracking.
Technical Specifications
- Technology: Passive RFID
- Material: High-strength, UV-resistant plastic
- Waterproof Rating: IP68 (Dust and water-resistant)
- Temperature Range: -40°C to +80°C
- Size: 40 mm diameter (approx.)
- Weight: 30 grams
- RFID Range: Up to 10 meters (depending on reader and environment)
Conclusion
The Passive Ball Marker is an essential tool for asset tracking and infrastructure management in industries that rely on underground assets. With its passive RFID technology, durable design, and cost-effective functionality, this marker offers unparalleled efficiency and reliability in identifying and tracking critical infrastructure. Whether used for utility management, telecommunications, construction, or municipal infrastructure, the Passive Ball Marker ensures that assets are located quickly and accurately, reducing downtime and minimizing risks during maintenance or construction work.
