Zebra DS8178-HCBU210FS5W cordless 2D barcode scanner white

Purpose-built Healthcare Scanner

The Zebra DS8178-HC is a cordless 2D area imager designed for pharmacies, labs and point-of-care stations. Its white housing is engineered to resist bacterial spread and withstand repeated 6.0 ft drops to concrete. The scanner captures problematic barcodes including dense, tiny, curved, poorly printed and electronic codes on dim displays. It suits healthcare professionals who need reliable first-time reads throughout every shift.

Durable Housing and Cradle Mounting

The scanner weighs 0.52 lb and measures 6.60" x 2.60" x 4.20", while its desk/wall cradle weighs 0.45 lb at 2.80" x 3.30" x 8.30". A chemically strengthened window resists scratches from daily disinfecting. The cradle supports both desk and wall mounting for flexible placement in clinical areas. USB connectivity via the included shielded cable provides simple integration with existing workstation infrastructure.

48° by 37° Field of View

The imager delivers a nominal 48° horizontal by 37° vertical field of view with ±60° pitch, ±60° yaw and ±360° roll tolerance. This wide angular range allows reliable capture of barcodes on curved vials, wristbands and awkward surfaces without precise alignment. A minimum 16% print contrast ratio ensures readability of faded or low-quality codes. The scanner operates on 5 V (4.7 to 5.5 VDC) or 12 V (10.8 to 13.2 VDC) input power.