MIL STD 130
MIL STD 130 Overview
MIL STD 130 requires that all qualifying end item deliverables, government furnished property in possession of contractors (PIPC), and legacy items must be marked with a machine readable 2D Data Matrix bar code. Whether you decide to use a durable polyester label or a direct part mark technology such as laser etch, dot peen, ink jet or chemical etch, the bar code must meet printing or marking specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions Concerning MIL-STD 130 and UIDAt A2B we speak with dozens of representatives from DoD contractors and military installations every day. Below are some of the questions that we hear most often.
Q. Will the addition of a UID symbol in our product name plate require significant space?
A. In most cases, the UID symbol can be added to existing name plate labels and tags. A 50- character, concatenated UID symbol requires a square space of from .25 inch square to a .50 inch square depending on the size of the DataMatrix “cell.” Most concatenated UID’s contain less than 35 characters
Q. If we include the UID symbol, will we have to find a new process or new vendor for our product name plates?
A. Mil Std. 130-M permits printing or marking the UID symbol with most of the conventional technologies used to produce a name plate or a label and should not be a problem for your existing source or process.
Q. Can we print a product identification label similar to our “UL” and “CSA” labels and then add the UID Symbol?
A. Yes, but the label must be a permanent label suitable for the expected life of the product. Thermal transfer labels may be suitable if synthetic labels and solvent resistant ribbons are used.
Q. Do we need to design a new serial number to comply with the UID mandate?
A. No. One of the significant features of the UID mandate is that it incorporates existing identification practices employed by DoD contractors and commercial manufacturers.
Q. What is a CAGE Code, what does it cost, and how do I get one?
A. CAGE is the abbreviation for Commercial and Government Entity Code. A CAGE Code is a five (5) position code that identifies companies doing or wishing to do business with the Federal Government. Supplement (DFARS) have been amended to require contractor registration in the DoD Central Contractor Registration (CCR) database prior to the award of any contract.
All CCR registrants are validated through the CAGE system. If you have a CAGE Code, it will be identified and applied to your Trading Partner Profile (TPP). If you do not have a CAGE Code, and are a U.S. company, one will be assigned to you.
You can register in CCR at https://www.bpn.gov/ccr/scripts/index.html or call for assistance at 1-888-227-2423. The Defense Logistics Information Service (DLIS) in Battle Creek, MI is the only authorized source of CAGE Codes. At this time, there are no cost or associated subscription charges related to the assignment/maintenance of CAGE Codes.
This is only a small sample of the questions we answer daily. Call 800-733-7592 (ex 101) or email info@a2btracking.com with your questions.
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