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Green and black ultra-rugged handheld barcode scanner with 7 ft USB cable

Zebra

Zebra DS3608-HP3U4602VZW barcode scanner

SKU CH-R6G7-JNYBF MPN DS3608-HP3U4602VZW

Ultra-rugged corded 1D/2D imager with 7 ft USB cable and vibration motor

  • Form factorHandheld
  • Connection optionsCorded
  • Scanning technology2D High Performance
  • Supplied cablesUSB Kit Includes 7 ft USB Cable
  • Supported interfacesUSB
  • Pitch±60 degree

Scan Engine 2D High Performance

Model Corded

  • Ultra-rugged build survives multiple 8.0 ft. drops to concrete
  • High-performance 2D imager reads 1D and 2D codes in any condition
  • 7 ft. USB cable included for immediate host-powered setup
  • Vibration motor gives tactile scan confirmation in noisy areas
  • ±60° pitch and ±360° roll tolerance for flexible aiming

Ultra-Rugged Handheld Scanner

The Zebra DS3608-HP3U4602VZW is a corded handheld barcode scanner built for industrial environments. It uses a 2D high-performance imager to read virtually any 1D or 2D code from near contact up to 1.5 m away. The unit ships with a 7 ft. USB cable for host-powered operation.

Warehouse and Manufacturing Floors

Workers who need to scan damaged, dirty, or shrinkwrapped labels at standard range will benefit from the 30 percent extended working range and ±60 degree pitch and yaw tolerance. Buyers who need cordless freedom or long-range scanning beyond 1.5 m should look at something else.

Drop Rating and Battery Headroom

The housing withstands multiple 8.0 ft. drops to concrete and operates at 340 mA typical current from a 4.5–5.5 VDC host supply. The 3100 mAh PowerPrecision+ battery provides reserves for cordless variants, while the corded model draws steady power without charging downtime.

How it compares

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Price $521.99
Pricier than about 85% of the 1,111 comparable items (median $119.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameZebra
Model nameDS3608
Part numberDS3608-HP3U4602VZW
Product colorGreen/Black
Display
Print contrast ratio (minimum)15% minimum reflective difference
Connectivity
Connection optionsCorded
Supported interfacesUSB
Power
Battery packPowerPrecision+ 3,100 mAh Li-Ion rechargeable battery
Supply voltageHost powered: 4.5 VDC min., 5.5 VDC max.
External power supply: 11.4 VDC min., 12.6 VDC max.
Electrical ratingOperating Current: 340 mA (typical)
Standby Current: 100 mA (typical)
Size & build
Form factorHandheld
Product dimensions7.3 in × 3 in × 5.2 in
Product weight0.67 lb (0.3 kg)
Shipping weight1.81 kg
Package size213 × 117 × 89 mm
In the box
Supplied cablesUSB Kit Includes 7 ft USB Cable
More details
Scanning technology2D High Performance
Pitch±60 degree
Roll±360 degree
Yaw±60 degree
Decoding capability1D
Code 39, Code 128, Code 93, Codabar/NW7, Code 11, MSI Plessey, UPC/EAN, I 2 of 5, Korean 3 of 5, GS1 DataBar, Base 32 (Italian Pharma)
2D
PDF417, Micro PDF417, Composite Codes, TLC-39, Aztec, DataMatrix, MaxiCode, QR Code, Micro QR, Chinese Sensible (Han Xin), Postal Codes
DropWithstands multiple 8.0 ft / 2.4 m drops to concrete
RuggednessRugged

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Questions about this item

Does the DS3608-HP3U4602VZW need an external power supply or does it draw power from the USB host?

The scanner operates on host power between 4.5 and 5.5 VDC, drawing a typical 340 mA while scanning and 100 mA in standby. An external supply of 11.4 to 12.6 VDC is also supported if required.

Can the DS3608-SR scan barcodes on screens as well as printed labels?

Yes, the high-performance 2D imager reads 1D and 2D codes on electronic displays and paper, even when codes are damaged, dirty or covered by shrinkwrap.

How can I verify the scanner is decoding correctly after connecting the 7 ft. USB cable?

Scan a test barcode; the vibration motor provides tactile confirmation of a good read, and the host application will display the decoded data instantly.

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