Go green with printed RFID batteries

Filed in archive Information About on March 2, 2010

Now even RFID has become eco friendly. You must be aware that RFID tags are powered by batteries and these conventional batteries are made from mercury or lithium and other hazardous chemicals which are a source of environmental pollution. In order to tackle this thin printed batteries are being used to power RFID as they put to use lead free carbon zinc. Even though these batteries are not rechargeable but their low cost and safety in disposal makes them a preferred choice. These printed carbon-zinc batteries generate 1.5 volts and can deliver peak drain currents of at least 1 mA. Since it does not comprise any toxic substance it fully meets the norm of EU Restrictions on Hazardous Substances.

These thin batteries are a low voltage and eco friendly power source for activating devices. There is a great potential for printed electronics with market of around $35 billion expected by 2018.