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Unique Identification (UID)

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UID is a system for uniquely identifying parts and products. It is composed of a numbering system, the Unique Item Identifier (UII) that guarantees global uniqueness as well as a method for permanently marking the number on an item using a Data Matrix barcode. The major components that make up the UII number are usually a cage code, a part number, and a serial number.

Data Matrix (sometimes spelled datamatrix) is a two-dimensional bar code, which can store from 1 to about 2,000 characters. The 2D Data Matrix bar code symbol is square or rectangular and can range from 0.001 inch per side up to 14 inches per side. The Data Matrix marking can be applied in three ways as long as it remains permanent through the lifecycle and not damaged or destroyed in use. UID compliance requires that all labels, marks and tags use a Data Matrix bar code.

A subassembly is simply a UID marked part that has an association with a parent UID. An example of this might be a kit that contains UID items or an electronic device that has expensive subcomponents that need to be UID marked.


Products & Services
Bar code printers are used to output bar code data in printed form. Search by Specification | Learn more about Bar Code Printers
Radio frequency identification (RFID) products read or write data to RF tags that are present in a radio frequency field projected from RF reading/writing equipment. Search by Specification | Learn more about Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Products
Hand held bar code scanners are used typically as inventory or point of sale (POS) devices. These scanners are passed over bar codes manually to read data. They often have a gun or wand design. Search by Specification | Learn more about Handheld Bar Code Scanners
Bar code scanners are designed to read imprinted bar / matrix code symbologies.  Bar code scanners can be slot card scanners, fixed mount scanners, or hand-held scanners. Search by Specification | Learn more about Bar Code Scanners

Product Announcements
All-Marks, LLC - UID Labels
All tangible items sold to the government will require a unique item identification (UII) if: 1) The unit acquisition cost is over $5000. 2) Serially managed. 3) Mission essential. 4)... (read more)
All-Marks, LLC - UID Labels
In an attempt to improve asset management through uniquely identifying property, the Department of Defense (DoD) has initiated the unique identification program (UID). The purpose of the UID program... (read more)
All-Marks, LLC - RFID & UID Printers
IT and Manufacturing Operations minimize disruption and downtime when installing UID bar code or RFID labeling. Zebra's UID Solution is easy to integrate with your current bar coding processes and... (read more)
Microscan Systems Incorporated - UID Verifier
Microscan's UID Compliance Verifier series includes the DPM (for direct part marks) and the LDP (for labels and data plates), providing reliable compliance with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD)... (read more)
Electronic Solutions Company, Inc. - DOD UID Compliance
Unique Identification (IUID) is a new method established by the Department of Defense (DoD) to identify its tangible assets. Suppliers are required to encode the IUID data into a 2D Data Matrix symbol... (read more)
Electronic Solutions Company, Inc. - UID Compliance Verifier
The UID Compliance Verifier, DPM (for direct part marking) allows you to comply with the US DOD mandated UID policy in accordance with MIL-STE-130 and DFAR 252.211-7003. The UID Compliance Verifier,... (read more)
All-Marks, LLC - idWorx!
All-Marks offers the latest innovations in direct part marking for traceability, verification, and part identification in manufacturing, assembly, and other harsh environments. We feature a full range... (read more)
 

Topics of Interest
The Department of Defense's UID program features specific labeling protocols. Brady's new system helps users wade through the complicated definitions and requirements to make compliance faster and... (Read More)
Company ID-Integration Inc., located in Mukilteo, WA, USA, is a parts-marking system integrator specializing in Unique Identification (UID) and Spec 2000 parts marking requirements. The company sells... (Read More)
Military and law enforcement personnel use aiming assistance products from Laser Devices to make their weapons more accurate. Laser Devices, in turn, relies on Data Matrix two-dimensional (2D) bar... (Read More)
Military and law enforcement personnel use aiming assistance products from Laser Devices to make their weapons more accurate. Laser Devices, in turn, relies on Data Matrix two-dimensional (2D) bar... (Read More)
IUID is a Department of Defense initiative that will enable easy access to information about DoD possessions that will make acquisition, repair, and deployment of items faster and more efficient. IUID... (Read More)