3-State RFID Cable Seal

The 3-State RFID Cable Seal provides flexible, tamper-evident cargo protection with electronic identification of three seal conditions: open, locked and tampered. Its high-tensile steel cable and integrated UHF RFID technology make it suitable for containers, trucks, trailers and other valuable cargo.

Know Whether the Seal Is Open, Locked or Tampered

The 3-State RFID Cable Seal combines a strong physical cable seal with intelligent UHF RFID technology.

Unlike a standard numbered seal, the embedded RFID system can indicate three different seal states: open, correctly locked or tampered. When scanned with a compatible RFID reader, authorised personnel can verify the seal’s identity and condition without relying only on a visual inspection.

This provides an additional layer of security and helps logistics teams identify potential interference more quickly.

Flexible Security for Different Locking Points

The adjustable steel cable can be passed through container doors, trailer locking points, cages, equipment or other cargo-security fixtures.

Once the cable has been pulled through the locking chamber, the seal creates a secure, single-use connection. The non-preformed cable is designed to show visible signs when it has been cut or interfered with.

Cable lengths can be customised for different applications, providing greater flexibility than a fixed bolt seal.

Faster Verification and Improved Traceability

Each seal has a unique RFID identity and can be scanned using a compatible UHF RFID reader. This supports faster inspections, automated data capture and more accurate seal records.

The seal can also be laser marked with serial numbers, business information or other identifiers, subject to order requirements.

Contact ShockWatch Africa for RFID reader compatibility, available cable lengths, customisation options and bulk pricing.

  • Three electronic seal states: open, locked and tampered
  • Integrated UHF RFID technology
  • Flexible high-tensile steel cable
  • Visible and electronic evidence of interference
  • Unique RFID identification
  • Single-use tamper-evident design
  • Designed to conform to ISO 17712:2013 requirements
  • Faster electronic seal verification
  • Reduces manual data-entry errors
  • Supports automated cargo processing
  • Weather-resistant industrial construction
  • Adjustable cable length
  • Custom cable lengths available
  • Laser-marking and serialisation options
  • Suitable for containers, trucks, trailers and cargo cages

Technical Specifications

Product type: Three-state UHF RFID cable seal
Seal states: Open, locked and tampered
Materials: ABS, polycarbonate and galvanised steel wire
Approximate body dimensions: 60 × 20 × 51 mm
Cable diameter: Approximately 3.5 mm
Cable length: Approximately 300 mm to 1,000 mm
Cable length options: Customisable
Tensile strength: Approximately 19.2 kN
Marking: Laser marking available
Use: Single use
Standard colour: Yellow, subject to availability
RFID reader: Compatible UHF RFID reader required

Exact dimensions, chip configuration, read range and customisation options should be confirmed when ordering.

Typical Applications

  • Shipping containers
  • Trucks and trailers
  • Rail freight
  • Cargo cages
  • Warehouse security
  • Bonded cargo
  • High-value goods
  • Pharmaceutical distribution
  • Retail distribution
  • Freight forwarding
  • Customs and port operations
  • Cross-border logistics
  • Industrial equipment
  • Tankers and transport vehicles