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Which Cattle Tag Applicator do I have?

Brad-Dwyer
Sep 3, 2019 Cattle ID 1 Comment
?It's the age old problem. A box full of applicators and never knowing which will fit what tag. Here we've compiled images and descriptions of all main cattle tag applicators for you to compare and consider which tag is best for your needs.
“``If I could just see a picture of the tag plier I've got I'd recognise it straight away. I'd just like to know what tags fit the plier I've got.``
Mike M. - Yamba, NSW

Scroll down to find your applicator....

Allflex Identi-Plier

Fits Allflex NLIS and 2-Piece VID tags.

Allflex Universal

Fits Allflex NLIS and VID tags.

Allflex Ultra-Matic

Fits Allflex NLIS cattle tags.

Drovers Multi-Pin

Fits Drovers NLIS Turbo Tag & Duflex VID

Drovers (Legacy) Pre 2013

Fits Drovers NLIS Turbo Tag.

FOFIA Universal

Fits Generic NLIS & VID Tags.

Leader Standard Deluxe

Fits Leader NLIS & 2-Piece VID Tags.

Leader One Piece Tagger

Fits Leader Q1-Piece VID Tags. Will not fit Z-Tags

ZeeTag Z2 No Snag

Fits ZeeTag NLIS & 2-Piece VID Tags

ZeeTag Z1 Easy Loader

Fits ZeeTag 1-Piece VID Tags

ZeeTag SupaLupa (Legacy)

Fits ZeeTag NLIS SupaLupa Tags

Bayer Fly Tag

Fits Bayer Fly Tags (Allflex Plier)

Allflex A-Tagger

Fits Allflex 1 Piece A-Tags.

Allflex LazaMatic

Fits Allflex 2 Piece VID tags.

Allflex Feedlot

Fits Allflex Feedlot Tags

Os-ID Multi-Pin

Fits OS-ID E30 NLIS Tag.

Drovers (Legacy) 2013

Fits Drovers NLIS Turbo Tag

Enduro Double Pin

Fits Enduro NLIS & VID Tags.

Agri-ID (Datamars)

Fits Agri-ID NLIS Tags.

Leader Standard

Fits Leader NLIS & 2-Piece VID Tags.

Leader Feedlot

Fits Leader Q1-Feedlot Tags

ZeeTag Z1 One Piece

Fits ZeeTag 1-Piece VID Tags. Will not fit Leader Q1 Piece Tags (Thinner pin)

ZeeTag (Legacy) Pre 2012

Fits ZeeTag 1-Piece VID Tags

Y-Tex Fly Tag

Fits Y-Tex Fly Tags

Common Questions

Can I swap pins and fit a different tag?

While not recommended by manufacturers, in some cases it may be possible to use one tag brand with a suitable pin in a different applicator. Sometimes this may be deployed in an emergency situation. If you decide to do so it is imperative that the pin (needle) is from the correct tag brand to match the tag. After fitting, check the alignment of the male with the female and check that the female part is seated correctly. Proceed with caution.

Can I fit NLIS tags and management tags with the same plier?

With certain brands the applicator may be supplied with multiple plastic inserts for the female side of the applicator. These allow bit the visual (management) tag and NLIS tag to seat correctly. Usually two separate applicators are recommended, which also ensures speed of application. Where switching between Visual and NLIS tags it is imperative to ensure the correct plastic insert has been fitted and that the female tag sits correctly in the applicator.

Can I get a FREE Applicator?

It’s the age old question! As costs have increased, free applicators are rarely available from tag manufacturers. From time to time though we offer certain promotions where a FREE applicator and/or pin kit is included. If you need an applicator and you don’t see a deal it’s always worth contacting the 4Tags sales team on 1300 813 500 or click HERE to email.

It is essential to use the correct applicator with a particular brand of tag. Spare pins, parts and other fittings are available when required.

For further information contact the 4Tags sales team on 1300 813 500 or click HERE to email.

Acknowledgement: All information contained herein referenced and drawn from multiple manufacturers documentation and is correct at the time of publication, for the benefit of 4tags.com customers.

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One comment on “Which Cattle Tag Applicator do I have?”

  1. Lucy - 3 September 2019

    Great resource!

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