Cognex Introduces the Smallest High-Performance ID Reader

Cognex introduced the high-performance DataMan 100 fixed ID reader. The package size of this product is even smaller than that of a clamshell mobile phone. It can not only efficiently read various codes, including printed bar codes and the most challenging two-dimensional codes for direct marking, but also is very easy to use.

"In all application environments using fixed readers, the DataMan 100 not only demonstrates superior performance, but the deployment process is quick and easy, even for users who are new to the product for the first time." Cognex ID Product Division Justin Testa, senior vice president, said, “The DataMan 100 is fast and can read all kinds of printed and direct-marked codes continuously at high speed. This product can maintain high performance even on the fastest pipeline.”

The DataMan 100 features Cognex's latest decoding software, IDQuick, for fast reading of well-formed codes. Another model of the product integrates IDMaxTM software, which is rated in the industry to read the most challenging DPM (Direct Part Marking) code. The DataMan 100 is easy to set up with integrated lighting, sounders, adjustable optics, built-in sight and button triggers.

The DataMan 100 is suitable for reading and recognizing parts marked with one-dimensional or two-dimensional codes in the automotive, packaging, electronics, medical device and pharmaceutical industries. Thanks to its compact size, this product is very
Ideal for space-constrained applications such as label printers, clinical analysis equipment, marking equipment, and document processors.

The DataMan 100 ID reader is available now and can read a wide variety of 1D and 2D encodings, including UPC/EAN/JAN, Code 39, Code 128, Code 93, Interleaved 2 of 5, and Data Matrix encoding , QR code and micro QR code.