With barcodes and QR codes inculcated in scm, it becomes critical to choose right product as well to decode them. The complete information should be available without any hassle with minimum time consumption and easy management of data.
So, on the basis on types of Barcodes, there are mainly two types of scanners.
1.1-D scanner: With this type of scanners, one can decode 1-d barcodes shown below. The scanners which are commonly used here are LS1203 and LS 2208. Both are hand held scanners
1D Barcode
LS1203
2. 2-D barcode scanner: Select 2d barcode scanner for scanning 2d barcodes. Examples are QR codes, maxi codes, Data matrix codes etc.
Mostly, user’s select 2d barcodes as it decodes 1 d barcodes as well. Select 2D barcode scanners from https://webstore.barcodeindia.com/product-category/barcode-scanning
Different types of 1 D and 2-D barcodes
On the basis of utility, scanners may be classified as Rugged Scanners, Table top scanners, Wireless scanners and mobile computers.
As the name suggests, rugged scanners like LI3608, DS3608 and DS3678 are applicable where there is rough environment for example in warehouses with concrete floor, outside docking stations, manufacturing units rough handing with 5000 or drops. These are dust, spray and water proof.
LI 3608 Rugged Scanner
Table Top scanners are mostly used on retail counters. The scanners available in this category are DS9308, DS4308 and DS7708
Table top scanners for hands free on counter operations
Cordless scanners: When Products are located in different places or on racks and need to be scanned, then users select wireless scanners. Examples are LI4278, DS2278, DS8178 and DS 3678.
Cordless Scanner DS 2278
Handheld Computers: At times, it is needed to scan the barcode and sync the inventory data in inventory management software’s and connected with Wi-Fi environment. In such type of use cases, users go for handheld computers example: TC 56, TC55 and MC 3300 etc., these are special scanners and hence not available on webstore. Kindly mail to sales@barcodeindia.com for the details.
