Zebra DS8178-HC (DS8178-HCMF00BVMWW), 1D/2D 528 nm Handheld bar code reader

Tired of slow, missed scans that hold up patient care? The Zebra DS8178-HC (DS8178-HCMF00BVMWW) is a handheld 1D/2D barcode reader built for busy health-care settings. It lets you read every label quickly, even when the code is dirty or angled. If you need reliable data capture to keep workflows smooth, this scanner is the tool you have been waiting for.

Zebra DS8178-HC (DS8178-HCMF00BVMWW), 1D/2D 528 nm Handheld bar code reader

Health staff often struggle with scanners that cannot read worn tags or that spread germs between patients. That problem creates delays, errors, and extra cleaning work. The DS8178-HC solves both issues with a sealed, antimicrobial housing and a powerful 528 nm imager that reads every barcode type in any condition. You get fast, accurate reads and a device that stays clean, so you can focus on caring for patients instead of fixing scan errors.

Key Features

• 528 nm LED imager for high-resolution reads.
• Supports 1D and 2D codes including QR, Data Matrix, PDF417, and UPC.
• Yaw, pitch and tilt angles up to 60 and 360 for flexible scanning.
• IP42 rating protects against splashes and dust.
• Bluetooth Low Energy 4.0 with 100 m range.
• Keyboard wedge, RS-232 and USB interfaces for easy integration.
• Built-in 2500 mAh Li-Ion battery with 65 000 reads per charge.
• Lightweight design at 235 g for comfortable handheld use.
• Operating temperature from 0 C to 50 C and humidity up to 95 %.
• White antimicrobial housing designed for health-care hygiene.

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