The Datalogic PD9531-HPEK2 is configured for Direct Part Marking (DPM) environments, shipping as a kit with the scanner and CAB-434 RS-232 cable and operating across a 10-30 VDC input range. Built around high-density optics, it reads DPM codes from contact to 4-5 cm / 1.5-1.9 in and captures small, high-resolution standard codes from near contact up to 15.0 cm / 5.9 in, covering all standard 1D codes including GS1 DataBar linear, plus 2D symbologies Aztec Code, China Han Xin Code, Data Matrix, MaxiCode, Micro QR Code and QR Code, stacked formats including PDF417 and MicroPDF417, and nine postal code standards. The handheld imager connects via USB, serial or keyboard wedge and weighs 11.64 oz in its black-and-yellow chassis measuring 8.3 in tall, 2.9 in wide and 4.3 in deep, suited to warehouse, logistics and manufacturing DPM scanning operations.