Zebra DS3608-XR Ultra-Rugged Corded Handheld Barcode Scanner
The Zebra DS3608-XR Ultra-Rugged Corded Handheld Scanner is an ultra-rugged industrial barcode scanner designed for high-performance use in demanding environments like warehouses, manufacturing plants, and cold storage. It delivers very long-range scanning capturing both 1D and 2D barcodes from as close as a few centimeters up to over 30 meters making it ideal for scanning items on high racks or hard-to-reach locations.
Key Highlights
- Industry-leading extended scanning range from near contact up to 105 ft (32 m)
- Ultra-rugged design with 10 ft (3 m) drop resistance and IP65/IP68 sealing
- High-visibility green laser aimer for precise targeting in any lighting condition
- Advanced imaging technology reads damaged, dirty, or poorly printed 1D/2D barcodes
- Multi-barcode capture and GS1 parsing for faster, automated data collection
Product Overview
The Zebra DS3608-XR Ultra-Rugged Corded Handheld Scanner is a high-performance industrial barcode scanner engineered for the most demanding warehouse, manufacturing, and logistics environments. Designed to deliver industry-leading scanning range and durability, it captures 1D and 2D barcodes instantly—from close-range items to labels located up to 105 ft (32 m) away. Built with an ultra-rugged IP65/IP68 sealed housing, the DS3608-XR is resistant to dust, water, extreme temperatures, and repeated drops, ensuring reliable performance in harsh operational conditions.
Key Features & Capabilities
Enterprise-grade technology designed for mission-critical operations
Ultra-long-range scanning capability
Captures barcodes from near contact up to 105 ft (32 m) for warehouse and industrial use
Ultra-rugged industrial design
IP65/IP68 sealing with 10 ft (3 m) drop resistance for harsh environments
PRZM Intelligent Imaging technology
Enables fast, accurate capture of 1D and 2D barcodes even in poor conditions
High-performance barcode scanning
Reads damaged, dirty, or poorly printed barcodes with ease
Green laser aimer
Improves targeting accuracy in bright or low-light environments
Multi-code capture capability
Captures multiple barcodes in a single scan and supports advanced data parsing
Technical Specifications
Key technical details and performance specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (Corded) | 7.3 in. H x 3.0 in. W x 5.2 in. D (18.5 cm x 7.6 cm x 13.2 cm) |
| Weight (Corded) | 10.86 oz. / 308 g |
| Supported Host Interfaces | USB, RS232, Keyboard Wedge, Industrial Ethernet (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus TCP, Std TCP/IP) |
| User Indicators | Direct decode indicator; LEDs; beeper; vibration |
| Aimer | 520 nm laser |
| Illumination | Two warm-white LEDs 2700K |
| Image Sensor | Far: 1920 x 1080 pixels; Near: 1280 x 800 pixels |
| Imager Field of View | Near: 42.1° (H) x 27° (V); Far: 14° (H) x 7.9° (V) |
| Operating Temperature | Corded: -22° F to 122° F / -30° C to 50° C |
| Storage Temperature | -40° F to 158° F / -40° C to 70° C |
| Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
| Drop Specification | Withstands multiple 10.0 ft. / 3.0 m drops to concrete |
| Tumble Specification | 7500 3.3 ft. / 1.0 m tumbles |
| Sealing | Scanner: IP65 and IP68; FLB cradle: IP65 |
| ESD Protection | ±25 KV air discharge, ±10 KV direct/indirect discharge |
| Ambient Light Immunity | 0 to 10,000 Foot Candles / 0 to 107,639 Lux (direct sunlight) |
| Minimum Print Contrast | 25% minimum reflective difference |
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