Do Posttech tags comply with ISO/TS 7352:2023?

Posttech designs metal QR plates to align with the intent of ISO/TS 7352:2023—permanence, readability, and data integrity. We help specify materials, marking and mounting for your environment and can provide QA scan reports and serialization files.

Which metal should I choose for ISO/TS 7352 projects?

Stainless 304/316 for general industrial corrosion resistance; anodized aluminium for lightweight panels and UV exposure; titanium for extreme heat/chemicals and thermal shock or quenching.

ISO/TS 7352:2023 — Metal QR Code Identification

ISO/TS 7352:2023 is a global technical specification for permanent, tamper-resistant metal identification using QR or Data Matrix codes on industrial assets, vessels, and cylinders. This page explains the standard in practical terms and outlines how Posttech designs stainless steel, aluminium, and titanium QR tags to align with its durability and traceability goals.

What is the standard?
Key requirements
How Posttech aligns
Specification cheat-sheet
FAQ

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What is ISO/TS 7352:2023?

ISO/TS 7352:2023 specifies good practices for using metal plates with machine-readable QR or Data Matrix symbols to achieve long-term identification and traceability. It emphasizes the permanence of the tag, readability of the code throughout service life, and consistency of data for reliable asset management, under real operating conditions.

Key Requirements — Plain Language Summary

1) Permanence & Durability

Resist heat, UV, moisture, chemicals, abrasion, and impact.

Metal substrate choice: SS 304/316, Aluminium 5xxx/6xxx, Titanium Gr.2/Gr.5
Marking method that alters the surface (fiber-laser etching)
Thickness/finish to limit warpage and maintain scanability

2) Readability & Verification

Codes should scan with standard industrial readers across service life.

Correct module size, contrast, and quiet zone
Adequate error correction; avoid visual clutter
Routine verification in production and field sampling

3) Data Consistency

Content should follow a defined data model for traceability.

Stable identifiers or URLs with versioned schemas
Secure ERP/CMMS mapping for lifecycle events
Change control for serials and replacements

4) Mounting Integrity

Attachment must survive the same environment as the asset.

Rivets / clamp bands / weldable carriers; adhesives where validated
Consider thermal cycling and quenching stresses
Avoid damage to the code & quiet zones

How Posttech Designs Tags to Align with ISO/TS 7352:2023

Materials: SS 304/316; Anodized Aluminium (5052/6061); Titanium (Gr.2/Gr.5) for extreme heat/chemicals and quenching.
Marking: Fiber-laser etching for permanent, high-contrast, abrasion-resistant symbols.
Code Design: Proper module size & quiet zone, moderate error correction, no clutter.
Verification: Batch QA with scans; optional verification report and serialization files/API.
Mounting: Rivet/clamp/weldable carriers preferred in severe duty; adhesives only where validated.

Note: ISO/TS 7352:2023 is proprietary to ISO. For clause-level details, purchase or access the official document.

Specification Cheat-Sheet (Buyer’s Quick Guide)

Parameter	Typical Choice	When to Choose
Material	SS 304/316	General industrial, corrosion resistance, outdoor duty
Material	Aluminium 5052/6061 (anodized)	Lightweight panels, cabinets, meters, UV exposure
Material	Titanium Gr.2/Gr.5	Extreme heat/chemicals, thermal shock/quenching
Thickness	0.5–1.0 mm	Limit warpage; add stiffness for heat cycles
Marking	Fiber-laser etch	Permanent high-contrast code; abrasion resistant
Symbol	QR / Data Matrix	Choose by data length and scanner ecosystem
Quiet Zone	≥ 4 modules	Improves scanning under dirt/aging
Mounting	Rivet / clamp / weldable	Preferred for heat/chemicals; adhesives if qualified

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Related Compliance

For India-specific requirements on cylinders, also review the PESO 2025 QR tag mandate.

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ISO/TS 7352:2023 — FAQs

Posttech designs metal QR plates to align with the intent of ISO/TS 7352:2023 — permanence, readability, and data integrity. We help specify the right material, marking, and mounting and can provide QA scan reports and serialization files. For definitive compliance, assess your process conditions against the official standard.

Stainless 304/316: general industrial, corrosion resistance, outdoor duty.
Anodized Aluminium: lightweight panels, cabinets, meters with UV exposure.
Titanium: extreme heat/chemicals, thermal shock and quenching.

Choose based on data length and your scanner ecosystem. Data Matrix is compact for small plates; QR is ubiquitous and widely supported.

Reference: ISO/TS 7352:2023 (official, paid) — get the full document from ISO for clause-level requirements.

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