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Black cordless barcode scanner with matching charging cradle and USB cable

Zebra

Zebra DS8178-DL7U2100SFW barcode scanner

SKU CH-BD8D-WCSCM MPN DS8178-DL7U2100SFW

A cordless area imager with standard-range scanning and a driver-licence parser, supplied as a USB kit with cradle and cable

  • Product weight3
  • Cordless operation frees cashiers at the point of sale
  • Standard-range imaging reads virtually every 1D and 2D barcode
  • FIPS-compliant security protects sensitive transaction data
  • USB kit with cradle and shielded cable simplifies deployment
  • Lightweight 3.0000 kg design reduces operator fatigue

Product identity

The Zebra DS8178-DL7U2100SFW is a cordless barcode scanner and area imager designed for retail checkout lanes. It reads 1D and 2D barcodes at standard range and includes a USB cradle kit for charging and host communication. The unit ships new in black with a shielded USB cable and FIPS-compliant cradle.

Sustained scanning behaviour

The imager maintains high first-pass read rates across long shifts, reducing the need for repeated scans or manual entry. Cashiers can keep lines moving during peak periods without pausing to re-aim or wait for a decode. The cordless design lets operators move freely around the counter while the cradle keeps the battery topped up between customers.

Thermals noise and power

The scanner runs cool and silent during continuous operation, adding no audible distraction to the checkout environment. Power is drawn only while seated in the USB cradle, so the host system supplies energy without a separate mains adapter. The 3.0000 kg package weight reflects the scanner, cable and cradle combined for easy countertop placement.

How it compares

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Price $656.99
Pricier than about 89% of the 1,111 comparable items (median $119.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameZebra Technologies
Size & build
Shipping weight1.13 kg
Package size235 × 178 × 140 mm

Questions about this item

Does the DS8178-DL cradle add noticeable heat or power draw when it charges the scanner all day?

The cradle is designed for continuous desktop use and draws standard USB power, so it does not generate significant heat during all-day charging cycles.

What host-side USB port or cable must I already have for the included CR8178-SC100F4WW cradle and CBA-U21-S07ZBR cable to work?

The kit includes a shielded USB cable that connects the cradle to any standard USB-A host port, so no additional cable or adapter is required.

Will the DS8178-DL scanner pair with an older Zebra cradle I already own, or must I use the new FIPS cradle in this kit?

The scanner is built for the DS8100 series cradle interface; it will not dock or charge on legacy Zebra cradles that use a different mechanical and electrical design.

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