Security tags

(sometimes referred to as "hard tags") is attached tto the merchandise being protected by the use of a pin.  EAS Tags come in a variety of shapes and sizes depending upon what merchandise you wish to protect and whether you are using RF or AM  EAS Systems.   For example, for fine lingerie, a smaller lighter EAS Tag is used without a pin so that the fine fabric is not harmed.  But with a heavy ski jacket, a tag can be attached in a manner so that the pin runs through the jacket seam in a manner which does not in any way affect the garment or the customer's ability to try it on.