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White cordless handheld barcode scanner with green aiming light and charging cradle

Zebra

Zebra DS8178-HCBU210MS5W barcode scanner

SKU CH-QPBS-29KE7 MPN DS8178-HCBU210MS5W

Cordless 2D imager reads 1D and 2D barcodes, withstands 6.0 ft drops, and includes a desk/wall cradle with USB cable

  • Form factorHandheld
  • Connection optionsCordless
  • Scanning technology2D Area Imager
  • Supplied cablesDesk/wall cradle and USB cable
  • Supported interfacesUSB
  • Illumination sourceAiming Pattern: True Green (528 nm) Circular
  • Cordless operation enables flexible point-of-care scanning
  • 2D area imager reads dense, damaged and curved barcodes
  • True green 528 nm aiming light reduces patient disturbance
  • Survives 6.0 ft drops onto concrete for daily durability
  • Healthcare white housing resists bacterial spread in clinical settings

Purpose-built for healthcare

The Zebra DS8178-HC is a cordless handheld imager designed for clinical environments. Its disinfectant-ready white housing resists bacterial spread and survives multiple 6.0 ft drops onto concrete. A true-green 528 nm circular aiming pattern and ±60° pitch, ±360° roll and ±60° yaw tolerances capture 1D and 2D codes on the first pass, even when labels are tiny, curved or damaged.

Suits clinicians needing mobility

Nurses, phlebotomists and bedside staff gain untethered scanning with full-shift battery life and Bluetooth transmission to the cradle. Night Mode with vibration feedback avoids disturbing resting patients. Facilities that require tethered USB-only operation or non-healthcare colour schemes should evaluate alternative models.

Cradle and cable enable charging and host connection

The included desk/wall cradle and USB cable provide 5 V or 12 V power input ranges and a fixed USB interface for data offload. No additional accessories or software licences are bundled, so deployment relies on existing host configuration.

How it compares

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Price $712.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 1,111 comparable items (median $119.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameZebra
Model nameDS8100-HC
Part numberDS8178-HCBU210MS5 W
Product colorHealthcare White
Display
Print contrast ratio (minimum)16% minimum reflective difference
Connectivity
Connection optionsCordless
Supported interfacesUSB
Power
Supply voltageDS8178-HC Cradles: 5 V: 4.7 to 5.5 VDC; 12 V: 10.8 to 13.2 VDC
Size & build
Form factorHandheld
Product dimensions6.6 in × 2.6 in × 4.2 in
2.8 in × 3.3 in × 8.3 in (Desk/Wall Cradle)
Product weight0.52 lb
0.45 lb (Desk/Wall Cradle)
Shipping weight1.10 kg
Package size312 × 264 × 168 mm
In the box
Supplied cablesDesk/wall cradle and USB cable
More details
Scanning technology2D Area Imager
Illumination sourceAiming Pattern: True Green (528 nm) Circular
Pitch±60 degree
Roll±360 degree
Yaw±60 degree
DropDesigned to withstand multiple drops at 6.0 ft/1.8 m to concrete

Questions about this item

Does the DS8178-HCBU210MS5W require a powered USB port on the host computer to charge through its cradle?

The desk/wall cradle accepts 5 VDC at 4.7 to 5.5 V or 12 VDC at 10.8 to 13.2 V, so a standard USB port or the supplied power supply will charge the scanner.

Can the scanner read barcodes presented upside-down or at steep angles on a hospital wristband?

The imager tolerates ±60° pitch, ±60° yaw and full 360° roll, allowing reliable reads from almost any orientation on curved surfaces.

How can I confirm the DS8178-HC is scanning correctly after pairing it with the cradle?

A true-green circular aiming pattern at 528 nm appears on the target, and the scanner provides vibration feedback on each successful decode.

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