barcode scanner is a device that quickly reads scanned information through optical recognition technology. Its core function is to convert barcodes into processable data, improve work efficiency and reduce human errors. Industrial barcode scanners and barcode scanners (commercial barcode scanners) have significant differences in performance, applicable scenarios, technical parameters, etc., and mainly serve different environments and needs.
1. Durability and protection level:
The shell of the industrial barcode scanner is made of high-strength engineering plastic or metal, and is IP65/IP67 certified (dustproof, waterproof, and oil-proof). It has a drop resistance of 1.5-2 meters and is suitable for harsh environments such as factories, warehouses, and outdoors.
Ordinary barcode scanners: plastic shell, no protection certification, easy to damage after falling or getting wet. Only suitable for mild scenes such as offices and retail stores.
2. Scanning ability and adaptability:
Industrial barcode scanners can read direct part identification codes (such as automotive parts QR codes) laser engraved on metal, plastic and other materials. Some models support 0.1~15m scanning, and can identify blurry, damaged, and low-contrast barcodes.
Ordinary barcode scanners can only identify barcodes with clear and flat printing (such as standard one-dimensional codes on product packaging), and cannot read curved, reflective, or tiny barcodes.
3. Hardware and performance:
Industrial barcode scanners use high-performance CMOS sensors or laser engines, with decoding speeds of up to hundreds of times per second, multi-angle LED fill light, and adapt to strong light, dark, or reflective environments.
Ordinary barcode scanners: mostly low-cost red light or basic imaging scanning heads, with slow decoding speeds.
4. Application scenarios:
Industrial barcode scanners are used in: Automobile manufacturing: scanning DPM codes on engine cylinders. Cold chain logistics: scanning drug barcodes in -25℃ cold storage. Steel industry: scanning metal coil labels in high-temperature workshops.
Ordinary product barcode scanners are used in supermarket cashiers: scanning product barcodes, file management: paper archive QR code recognition.
Industrial barcode scanners are professional tools designed for extreme environments and high-intensity operations, while ordinary barcode scanners are more suitable for low-cost, lightweight daily scenarios. When choosing, you need to balance performance and cost according to actual needs.
