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Bartec BCS3608 Scanner

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MOD-BCS3608

Offering outstanding performance for incomparable capture of 1D/2D barcodes, photos, documents and more, Bartec's BCS 3600ex-NI handhled scanners were based on Zebra's popular 3600 ultra-rugged series of scanners. Designed as the latest generation of rugged explosion-protected scanners, the BCS 3600ex-NI is available for ATEX/IECEx and ETL. Consisting of a corded (BCS 3608ex) and a cordless Bluetooth version (BCS 3678ex), use the scanner that best fits your tough environment. With the BCS 3600ex-NI handheld scanners you get the most reliable, fastest and most accurate scanning functionality on the market, setting new standards.
Description
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The BARTEC BCS3608 is a corded, explosion-protected handheld barcode scanner designed for demanding industrial and hazardous-area deployments. Built on a proven ultra‑rugged platform, it captures 1D and 2D barcodes plus postcodes, OCR, documents and photos to speed data capture in warehouses, manufacturing, logistics and field service operations. Certified for use in Zone 1/21 and Zone 2/22 hazardous environments with ATEX, IECEx and UKEX markings, the device delivers dependable read performance, robust ingress and drop resistance, and consistent connectivity via BARTEC’s universal supply module—minimizing downtime while enabling safe, compliant operation in potentially explosive atmospheres.

Key Features

  • Hazardous-area certified: ATEX, IECEx and UKEX approvals for Zone 1/21 and Zone 2/22 help ensure compliant operation in explosive atmospheres.
  • Ultra-rugged construction: IP64/IP65 ingress protection, survives multiple 3 m drops and 7,500 tumbles from 1 m to maximize uptime in harsh industrial environments.
  • Multi-format capture: Reads 1D, 2D, postcodes and OCR, supports document and photo capture and Multi Code Data Formatting (up to 20 barcodes) for flexible workflow integration.
  • Corded connectivity with ex-compliant power: Interfaces via USB-SPP and RS232 (TTL) through BARTEC’s universal supply module for reliable, approved power and data communication.
  • Extended-range options: Available imager configurations include standard and extended-range imagers to suit short- to long-range scanning needs in logistics and stationary scanning applications.

Specifications

  • Brand: BARTEC
  • Product name / model family: BARTEC BCS3608
  • Device Type / Form Factor: Corded hand-held scanner / Hand-held scanner
  • Scan Capabilities / Supported Scan Types: 1D barcodes, 2D barcodes, postcodes, OCR, documents, photos
  • Multi-code Capture Capacity: 20 barcodes
  • Imager Model (variant dependent): SE4750-HP (platform reference) / SE4850-ER (Extended Range)
  • Maximum Scan Distance (variant dependent): 2.1 m; 21.3 m (extended-range variant)
  • Connectivity / Supported Interfaces: USB-SPP, RS232 (TTL) to universal supply module
  • Power Supply Method: Via BARTEC universal supply module (corded, built-in power supply interface)
  • Protection Class / Ingress: IP65; IP64 (depending on variant/source)
  • Safety Certifications and Markings: ATEX, IECEx, UKEX (detailed markings in product documentation)
  • Hazardous Area / Explosion Protection Zones: Zone 1 / Zone 21; Zone 2 / Zone 22 (variant-specific listings)
  • Drop Specification: Survives multiple drops from 3 m onto concrete
  • Tumble Specification: 7,500 tumbles from 1 m height
  • Operating Ambient Temperature: -20 to +50 (°C)
  • Storage Temperature: -40 to +70 (°C) without battery
  • Relative Humidity: 5% – 95% (condensing); 5 to 95% (variant)
  • Ambient Light Immunity: 0 to 108,000 lux (direct sunlight)
  • Dimensions (H×W×D): 185 × 76 × 132 mm
  • Weight (without cable, variant dependent): ~382 g; 450 g (variant)
  • Material / Housing: Polycarbonate (PC), industrial green
  • Illumination: 2 × warm white LEDs
  • Notification Types: Direct decoding display, LEDs, signal tone, vibration
  • Input Voltage: approximately 8.2 V
  • Max. Input Power: 2.06 W
  • Operating Current: 254 mA (typical, full operation) / 85 mA (stand-by)
Documents
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Product document bcs-3600ex-ni.pdf MOD-BCS3608 Product document bcs3600-en.pdf MOD-BCS3608
FAQs
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Is the Bartec BCS3608 certified for use in explosive atmospheres, and which hazardous zones does it cover?
Yes, the BCS3608 carries ATEX, IECEx, and UKEX certifications and is approved for Zone 1/21 and Zone 2/22 hazardous environments, making it suitable for compliant operation in potentially explosive industrial atmospheres.
What barcode formats and data types can the Bartec BCS3608 capture?
It reads 1D barcodes, 2D barcodes, postcodes, and OCR text, and also supports document and photo capture, with Multi Code Data Formatting allowing up to 20 barcodes to be captured simultaneously.
How far can the Bartec BCS3608 scan, and does it offer an extended-range option?
The standard imager configuration scans up to 2.1 m, while the extended-range variant using the SE4850-ER imager reaches up to 21.3 m, suiting applications from close-range picking to long-range logistics and stationary scanning.
How rugged is the Bartec BCS3608, and what ingress protection does it carry?
The scanner is rated IP65 (IP64 on one noted variant), survives multiple drops from 3 m onto concrete, and withstands 7,500 tumbles from 1 m, with an operating temperature range of -20 to +50 °C.
How does the Bartec BCS3608 connect to host systems, and how is it powered?
It connects via USB-SPP and RS232 (TTL) interfaces through BARTEC's universal supply module, which also delivers corded power to the device at approximately 8.2 V input.