BARTEC

BCS3678ex-NI Hand-held scannerfor use in hazardous areas

SKU: 

B7-A2S4-2ER1

Scan confidently in hazardous areas with the BARTEC XT Extended Range 2D Scanner, a cordless Bluetooth hand-held scanner built for Zone 2/Div. 2 environments. Featuring extended-range 1D/2D capture, rugged protection, and reliable wireless operation, it is designed to support fast, accurate data collection in demanding industrial applications.
Description
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The BARTEC Ultra-Rugged Wireless Scanner (Bartec BCS3678) is a purpose-built handheld barcode scanner designed for demanding industrial and hazardous environments. Engineered for mobile 1D/2D data capture, it pairs ultra-rugged polycarbonate construction with proven imaging modules (SE4750-HP or SE4850-ER) and PRZM intelligent imaging to deliver reliable read performance across a wide range of barcodes. Available with Bluetooth cordless connectivity and industry safety approvals, the BCS3678 family supports high-duty workflows with long battery life, multi-code capture and robust ingress and drop protection, making it suitable for oil & gas, chemical, utilities, warehousing and other safety‑critical operations.

Key Features

  • Hazardous-area approvals: Available ATEX, IECEx and NEC hazardous-area certifications for Zone/Division use depending on variant, enabling safe operation in classified environments.
  • Ultra-rugged design: Polycarbonate housing, IP65 ingress protection, 3 m drop survival and 7,500-tumble specification for reliable performance in harsh industrial conditions.
  • Advanced imaging: SE4750-HP or SE4850-ER modules with PRZM intelligent imaging deliver dependable 1D/2D capture and the ability to read up to 20 barcodes simultaneously.
  • Long battery endurance: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery (3150 mAh / 11.34 Wh) provides extended operation with over 100,000 scans per charge for continuous mobile workflows.
  • Flexible wireless connectivity: Bluetooth Class 1 and Low Energy support (Version 4.0) with up to 100 m radio range (Class 1) for cordless integration into POS, handheld and enterprise systems.

Specifications

  • Brand: BARTEC
  • Product family / model: Bartec BCS3678 Ultra-Rugged Wireless Scanner
  • Category: Handheld Barcode Scanners
  • Form Factor: Hand-held
  • Connectivity: Bluetooth (Class 1, Version 4.0 LE)
  • Imaging technology: PRZM Intelligent Imaging
  • Imager modules: SE4750-HP, SE4850-ER
  • Supported scan symbologies: 1D, 2D
  • Maximum barcodes captured simultaneously: 20
  • Battery type: Lithium-ion
  • Battery capacity: 3150 mAh
  • Battery energy / voltage: 11.34 Wh / 3.6 V
  • Scans per charge: 100000+
  • Ingress Protection Rating: IP65
  • Ruggedness level: Ultra-rugged / Industrial
  • Drop specification: 3 m
  • Tumble specification: 7500 cycles
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 185 x 76 x 142 mm
  • Weight (with SE4750-HP): 411 g
  • Weight (with SE4850-ER): 436 g
  • Reading range (SE4750-HP): 2.1 m
  • Reading range (SE4850-ER): 21.3 m
  • Bluetooth radio range: Class 1: 100 m; Class 2: 10 m
  • Bluetooth data rates: Classic: 3 Mbit/s (2.1 Mbit/s); LE: 1 Mbit/s (0.27 Mbit/s)
  • Ambient light immunity: 0 to 108000 lux
  • Operating temperature range: -20 to 50 °C
  • Storage temperature range (without battery): -40 to 70 °C
  • Charging temperature range: 0 to 45 °C
  • Relative humidity: 5 to 95 %
  • Hazardous area approvals: ATEX / IECEx (Zone 0, 1, 2 and corresponding Zone 20–22) and NEC markings depending on variant
  • Devices supported per cradle: 7 devices

Main Features

  • Range: Extended Range

  • Scanner Capability: 2D

Documents
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Product document bcs3600-en.pdf B7-A2S4-2ER1 Product document mod-bcs3678-bartec-readers-datasheet.pdf MOD-BCS3678 Product document mod-bcs3678-bartec-readers-user-manual.pdf MOD-BCS3678
FAQs
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What hazardous-area certifications does the Bartec BCS3678 carry, and which classified zones or divisions does it cover?
The BCS3678 is available with ATEX, IECEx, and NEC hazardous-area certifications covering Zone 0, 1, and 2 as well as the corresponding Zone 20 through 22, enabling safe deployment in the most demanding classified environments such as oil and gas, chemical, and utilities facilities.
What is the scanning range of the Bartec BCS3678, and does it differ between imager modules?
Yes, the range depends on the imager fitted: the SE4750-HP module reads up to 2.1 m, while the SE4850-ER extended-range module reaches up to 21.3 m, making the ER configuration well suited to wide-aisle warehousing or outdoor asset tracking.
How rugged is the Bartec BCS3678 against drops, tumbles, and ingress?
The scanner carries an IP65 ingress protection rating, survives drops from 3 m, and is tested to 7,500 tumble cycles, all within a polycarbonate housing rated for operating temperatures from -20 to 50 °C.
How long does the Bartec BCS3678 battery last, and what are its electrical specifications?
The built-in 3150 mAh lithium-ion battery (3.6 V, 11.34 Wh) delivers more than 100,000 scans per charge, supporting continuous high-duty scanning shifts without frequent recharging.
What wireless connectivity does the Bartec BCS3678 offer, and how far can it reach from a host?
The scanner uses Bluetooth Class 1 with Version 4.0 Low Energy support, providing a radio range of up to 100 m in Class 1 mode or 10 m in Class 2 mode, with Classic Bluetooth data rates of 3 Mbit/s and LE rates of 1 Mbit/s.
Can the Bartec BCS3678 capture multiple barcodes in a single scan, and what symbologies does it support?
The BCS3678 reads both 1D and 2D symbologies using PRZM intelligent imaging and can capture up to 20 barcodes simultaneously, which accelerates throughput in workflows where items carry multiple labels.