Clothing Alarm Tag (AT004) — Mini Cable-Lock, 2-Alarm, RF/AM, Magnetic Detacher
12 cm standard · up to 2 m customizable
2-Alarm (self-alarm + gate)
RF 8.2 MHz / AM 58 kHz
A clothing alarm tag should do more than beep at the exit. AT004 is our mini, cable-lock solution built for apparel and accessories. It functions as an eas security tag and as a retail anti theft tag, but adds a second layer: when someone tries to cut the cable or force it off, the device self-alarms locally while your gates still trigger—making it a true 2 alarm security tag for modern fashion floors.
Most deployments we support are across North America, South America, and Europe. The combination of a small footprint, adjustable lanyard, and magnetic detacher compatibility lets teams standardize one clothing alarm tag across jackets, coats, bags, shoes, and gift boxes without slowing checkout or damaging fabric. See more on our clothing security tags hub and the anti-theft device for clothes solution page.
What is a clothing alarm tag (cable-lock) and why AT004 fits apparel
Unlike a pin-based hard tag, the AT004 clothing alarm tag secures garments with a slender cable that loops through internal anchors—jacket hang loops, zipper pulls, hood cords—so there’s no puncture through delicate fabric. Route the lanyard from the inside of the garment and the result is cleaner displays, friendlier fitting-room experiences, and stronger anti-tamper behavior. If a suspect cuts the cable, the self-alarm fires immediately; if they sprint for the door, your pedestal still alarms.
This cable-lock approach answers three apparel realities: fabrics shouldn’t be damaged; items must remain photogenic on mannequins; and staff need a clear, local cue before a product leaves the bay. That’s exactly what a clothing alarm tag is meant to deliver—an audible security alarm on clothes, plus the gate trigger your team already relies on. For a quick primer on how Electronic Article Surveillance works, see this EAS overview.
Mini & small footprint — displays stay clean
AT004 is a mini clothing alarm tag with a small body that won’t overwhelm tailoring lines or knit textures. The housing sits low, reads clean in mirrors and photos, and keeps outfits looking like outfits—not like lab prototypes. A small clothing alarm tag also weighs less, so it won’t distort light fabrics on a hanger or during a try-on.
Standard lanyard length is 12 cm to match common coat loops and internal anchors, while the cable can be customized up to 2 m for larger garments or special fixtures. Because the cable routes from inside the garment, customers can try on pieces naturally without a visible cable across the front panel. For apparel teams searching for alarm for clothes that are discreet but decisive, this format strikes the balance.
Adjustable lanyard cable — clothes, bags, shoes, and gift boxes
The adjustable cable lets one clothing alarm tag cover more than apparel. Loop the lanyard through bag handles or D-rings for a reliable bag security alarm tag. Cinch a shoe pair alarm tag through eyelets to keep pairs together without taping boxes. On gift sets and clamshells, the box security tag with cable wraps the perimeter or anchors through existing holes without hiding brand art.
If your assortment includes sunglasses and small accessories, a lanyard-first format helps too—see our lanyard security tag / security tag with lanyard option for carry-over styling on eyewear displays. In mixed planograms, this cable lock alarm tag doubles as an adjustable cable alarm tag to cover irregular packaging without retooling.
2-Alarm behavior + RF/AM compatibility
By design, AT004 is a 2 alarm security tag: it self-alarms on tamper and still triggers your gates. Choose the frequency that matches your estate—rf 8.2 mhz 2 alarm tag or am 58 khz 2 alarm tag—so the clothing alarm tag integrates with your existing security tag alarm system without a platform change.
AT004 remains a self alarming cable tag yet follows the checkout workflow you already know. It is a detacher friendly cable tag that releases with a mainstream magnetic detacher, then reenters circulation—making it a reusable cable lock tag that keeps total cost low across seasons and resets. To understand where EAS and ink deterrence fit, see our explanations of an eas security tag and a retail anti theft tag—two fundamentals that AT004 builds on by adding an audible tamper layer.
AT004 vs. other solutions — what’s different about this hard tag with cable and alarm
Compared with a conventional pin hard tag, AT004 avoids puncturing fabric, which is important for silks, down jackets, and tailored suits. The cable-lock raises the effort for removal; a cut equals an immediate local alarm. Compared with bulkier wraps, AT004 is a spider wrap alternative and safer wrap alternative that’s smaller, lighter, and easier to handle on fitting-room returns. And because it’s a hard tag with cable and alarm, it keeps visuals clean for photography and social content.
Within our alarm family, AT004 is the cable-lock 2-alarm option. When would you step up to a 3 alarm tag? If attempts are frequent, fast, or organized near exits and power aisles. Our heavy-duty counterpart provides a third alarm layer for those situations. If an item lacks any loop or passage for a cable, consider a pin-based clothing alarm tag as a better fit—see our pin-based clothing alarm tag.
Where a clothing alarm tag works best — real-world applications and setup
Apparel: secure coats, puffers, formalwear, and sweaters by running the lanyard through an inner hang loop or seam-safe anchor.
Bags: attach through handle hardware without marking the leather.
Shoes: thread through lace eyelets to lock pairs.
Gift boxes: wrap edges or anchor through hang tabs. For clamshell packaging, the cable perimeter method preserves graphics while resisting prying.
Placement tips: keep the housing on the inner panel where the customer won’t feel it during a try-on, and avoid lace or knit stitches that can stretch. The goal is a clothing alarm tag that is felt by thieves, not by shoppers. In multi-door programs, prefer consistent placement so associates recognize the signature and respond faster—exactly what clothing store alarm tags are meant to enable. For macro retail loss trends and benchmarks, see the NRF Retail Security Research.
AT004 specifications
| Form | cable-lock clothing alarm tag (no fabric puncture) |
|---|---|
| Alarm | 2-alarm (self-alarm on cut or force + EAS gate alarm) |
| Sound | typical 95 dB |
| Battery | up to 2 years |
| Frequency | RF 8.2 MHz or AM 58 kHz (choose one; dual-frequency not supported) |
| Detacher | magnetic detacher compatible |
| Cable | 12 cm standard; customizable up to 2 m |
| Size | mini/small footprint |
| Reuse | reusable; designed for fast recirculation |
| Customization | color options, logo printing |
| MOQ | 200 units |
| Price | USD 0.80–2.20 (length & printing drive cost) |
Deployment & training for rollout
Pilot three high-shrink bays per door and keep one control bay untagged. Over four weeks, track three metrics: attempted removals intercepted, average seconds from alarm to staff arrival, and return-quality rates. Most teams find the local audio cue from the clothing alarm tag lets associates intervene earlier around fitting-rooms and near-exit displays.
SOP pointers: store the magnetic detacher at POS; place the tag on interior anchors; coach associates to listen for the local alarm before a door chime; and recirculate removed tags into a labeled bin for nightly count.
Related solutions & accessories
For a family overview, explore our alarm security tags.
If your location demands more escalation, compare the 3 alarm tag option.
For pin-based apparel protection, see our pin-based clothing alarm tag alternative.
You can also review a lanyard security tag / security tag with lanyard variant for eyewear and accessories.
Learn the difference between an eas security tag and a retail anti theft tag, and plan your security tag alarm system upgrades alongside staff training.
