Datalogic

Datalogic Gryphon I GD4520 Barcode Scanner Kit 2D, Healthcare, USB, Handheld, IP52, White/Green

SKU: 

GD4520-HCK1-HD

Built for busy healthcare environments where frequent cleaning, dependable scanning, and quiet feedback matter, the Gryphon HD 2D Imager combines a disinfectant-ready antibacterial housing with a handheld 2D Mpixel imager, white illumination, Green Spot, and 3GL for clear good-read confirmation. This USB-host-powered Ready-to-Go Kit includes a straight 2 m USB cable and stand, and its IP52 protection and high-density reading performance make it well suited for hospital, laboratory, and administrative workflows. Compact, durable, and easy to deploy.
Description
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The Datalogic Gryphon Pro is a professional handheld barcode scanner family engineered for healthcare and hygiene-conscious environments, delivering reliable 1D and 2D capture across point-of-care, laboratory and pharmacy workflows. Combining high-density and megapixel imagers with omnidirectional scanning, Green Spot visual confirmation and disinfectant-ready enclosures, this series balances fast decoding, rugged everyday use and flexible system integration. Multi-interface cable options (USB, Serial/RS-232, Keyboard Wedge) and ready-to-go kits with a 2 m straight USB cable and optional stand simplify deployment, while IP52 protection, drop resistance and motion-tolerant performance support continuous clinical operations.

Key Features

  • Healthcare-ready enclosure: Antibacterial, disinfectant-compatible housings and color options (White / White & Green) designed for frequent cleaning in clinical settings.
  • Versatile imaging: High-density and megapixel 2D imagers provide dependable capture of 1D, 2D, stacked and composite codes for varied healthcare labels and mobile displays.
  • Clear user feedback: Green Spot aiming/feedback offers immediate visual confirmation to speed workflows and reduce rescans.
  • Flexible connectivity: Multi-interface support including USB, RS-232/Serial and Keyboard Wedge (host interfaces) enables integration with diverse POS and clinical systems.
  • Durable daily use: IP52 ingress protection, drop-resistant construction (withstands 1.8 m drops on select models) and broad ambient light tolerance help maintain uptime in busy environments.

Specifications

  • Brand: Datalogic
  • Product Family / Series: Gryphon I GD4500
  • Product Name: Gryphon Pro
  • Product Models (examples): GD4520, GD4590
  • Manufacturer Part Numbers (MPN): GD4520-HCK1, GD4520-HCK1-HD, GD4590-HCK10-BPOC, GD4590-HCK10-HD-BP
  • Product Type: Handheld / Barcode scanner kit
  • Form Factor: Handheld
  • Scanning Capability: 1D, 2D
  • Scan Pattern: Omni-directional
  • Image Sensor Type: Imager (high-density / megapixel)
  • Image Sensor Resolution: 1280 x 800 pixels
  • Image Formats: BMP, JPEG, TIFF
  • Decoding Technology: 3GL
  • Illumination Color: White
  • Light Source: LED / Laser
  • Aiming / Feedback: Green Spot
  • Host Interfaces: Keyboard Wedge, USB, Serial (RS-232), Multi-interface
  • Connectivity Technology: Cable (USB, Serial, Keyboard Wedge)
  • Power Type: Host powered (USB)
  • Included Cable Type: USB (straight)
  • Included Cable Length: 2 m
  • Includes Stand: Yes (selected kit variants)
  • Color: White; White/Green on select variants
  • Ingress Protection (IP) Rating: IP52
  • Drop Resistance / Withstands: 1.8 m (select models)
  • Motion Tolerance: 35 in/s
  • Scanning Distance: 15.70 in (specified on select models)
  • Reading Angle (Skew): 65°
  • Reading Angle (Pitch): 65°
  • Reading Angle (Roll): 360°
  • Maximum Ambient Light: 100,000 lux
  • Minimum Print Contrast: 15%
  • Operating Temperature: 32 to 122 °F
  • Storage Temperature: -40 to 158 °F
  • Humidity (Non-condensing): 0 to 95%
  • Air Electrostatic Discharge: 16 kV

Main Features

  • Rugged: Commercial

  • POS: Yes

  • Case color: White

  • IP Rating: IP52

  • Range: Short Range

  • Connectivity: Corded

  • Connection: USB

  • Scanner Capability: 2D, Imager

Technical Specifications
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Technical Information
Connectivity Technology Cable
Scanning Capability
  • 1D
  • 2D
Barcode Symbology Supported

1D:

  • Auto discriminates all standard 1D codes including GS1 DataBar linear codes.

2D:

  • Aztec Code
  • China Han Xin Code
  • Data Matrix
  • MaxiCode
  • Micro QR Code
  • QR Code
  • Dot Code

Postal Codes:

  • Australian Post
  • British Post
  • China Post
  • IMB
  • Japanese Post
  • KIX Post
  • Planet Code
  • Postnet
  • Royal Mail Code (RM4SCC)

Stacked Codes:

  • EAN/JAN Composites
  • GS1 DataBar Composites
  • GS1 DataBar Expanded Stacked
  • GS1 DataBar Stacked
  • GS1 DataBar Stacked Omnidirectional
  • MacroPDF
  • MicroPDF417
  • PDF417
  • UPC A/E Composites

Digital Watermarking:

  • Digimarc Barcodes
Light Source Laser
Image Sensor Type Imager
Scan Pattern Omni-directional
Scanner Range High Density
Scanning Distance 15.70"
Features
  • Grayscale Image Capture
  • Beep
  • 3GL
  • Notification LED
  • Ergonomic Design
Cable Type Included USB
Reading Angle (Skew) 65°
Reading Angle (Pitch) 65°
Reading Angle (Roll) 360°
Motion Tolerance 35 in/s
Image Formats
  • BMP
  • JPEG
  • TIFF
Maximum Ambient Light 100000 lux
Drop Specification

Withstands repeated drops from 1.8 m / 6.0 ft onto a concrete surface.

Minimum Print Contrast 15%
Minimum Element Resolution (Code 39) 3 mil
Maximum Element Resolution (Code 39) 5 mil
Minimum Element Resolution (DataMatrix) 5 mil
Maximum Element Resolution (DataMatrix) 10 mil
Minimum Element Resolution (PDF417) 4 mil
Maximum Element Resolution (PDF417) 10 mil
Image Sensor Resolution 1280 x 800
Illumination Type LED
Illumination Color White
Air Electrostatic Discharge (+/-) 16kV
Interfaces/Ports
Host Interface USB
Environmental Conditions
Operating Temperature 32°F (0°C) to 122°F (50°C)
Storage Temperature -40°F (-40°C) to 158°F (70°C)
Humidity (Non-condensing) 0% to 95%
Physical Characteristics
Form Factor Handheld
Durability Drop Resistant
Weight (Approximate) 5.68 oz
Miscellaneous
Ingress Protection (IP) Rating IP52
Application/Usage
  • Healthcare
  • Retail
  • Light/Clean Manufacturing
  • Transportation
  • Commercial Service
  • Laboratory
  • Pharmacy
Documents
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Product document gd4500.pdf GD4520-HCK1-HD Product document mod-gd4500-hc-datalogic-handheld-readers-datasheet.pdf MOD-GD4500-HC Product document mod-gd4500-hc-datalogic-handheld-readers-user-manual.pdf MOD-GD4500-HC
FAQs
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What barcode types can the Datalogic Gryphon I GD4500 read, and what imaging technology does it use?
The Gryphon I GD4500 reads 1D, 2D, stacked, and composite codes using high-density and megapixel 2D imagers with omnidirectional scanning, so it handles everything from standard retail barcodes to mobile display codes used in clinical workflows.
Is the Datalogic Gryphon I GD4500 suitable for use in hospitals and pharmacies where regular disinfection is required?
Yes, the scanner features an antibacterial, disinfectant-compatible housing rated IP52 for ingress protection, making it designed specifically for frequent cleaning in healthcare environments such as hospitals, laboratories, nursing homes, and pharmacies.
What interface options does the Datalogic Gryphon I GD4500 support for connecting to clinical or POS systems?
The GD4500 supports USB, Serial (RS-232), and Keyboard Wedge host interfaces through multi-interface cable options, giving it flexibility to integrate with a wide range of existing clinical and point-of-sale systems.
What is included in the Datalogic Gryphon I GD4500 kit, and does it come with a stand?
Each kit includes a 2 m straight USB cable; a stand is included with selected kit variants but is not part of every configuration.
What environmental and durability ratings does the Datalogic Gryphon I GD4500 carry?
The scanner is rated IP52 for ingress protection, tolerates ambient light up to 100,000 lux, operates in temperatures from 32 to 122 °F, and certain models withstand drops from 1.8 m.
How does the Datalogic Gryphon I GD4500 confirm a successful scan to the user?
It uses Green Spot aiming and feedback, which projects a visible green spot at the point of capture to provide immediate visual confirmation and help reduce rescans in busy clinical settings.