Wasp Barcode Technologies is the leading manufacturer of reliable, performance-packed barcode scanners for small to medium business. Our family of laser barcode scanners, wireless barcode scanners, CCD barcode scanners, and point-of-sale barcode scanners are designed to meet the needs of almost every application. From pharmaceutical and retail point-of-sale applications; to inventory control in manufacturing; to shipping applications, there’s a Wasp barcode scanner that will satisfy your needs.
Our CCD and wand scanners are light, efficient and ideal for moderate uses. Our powerful laser barcode scanners are crafted for precision and ideal for demanding applications. Wasp even provides industrial barcode scanners for harsh environments as well as wireless barcode scanners for flexibility and freedom.
Besides barcode scanners, Wasp offers a selection of ruggedized portable data collectors.
WLS9500 Series Laser
Barcode Scanners
Our most popular and powerful laser barcode scanner
- Next-generation laser scanner
- Reads damaged/poor barcodes
- 1” to 29” scan range
WLR8900 Series CCD LR
Barcode Scanners
CCD LR barcode scanner provides an ergonomic design and 12 inch scanning distance
- 8 ft. cable
- Autoscan (hands-free)
WWS850 Series
Freedom Barcode Scanners
Bluetooth wireless barcode scanner with laser scan engine
- Transmits data up to 160 feet – line
of sight
- Bluetooth
- 1” to 25” scan range
WWS800 Series
Freedom Barcode Scanners
Bluetooth wireless barcode scanner with CCD scan engine
- Transmits data up to 160 feet – line
of sight
- Bluetooth
- 1” to 10 ” scan range
WWS500 Series
Freedom Barcode Scanners
Bluetooth wireless barcode scanner with CCD scan engine
- Transmits data up to 160 feet – line
of sight
- Bluetooth
- 1” to 10 ” scan range
WCS3900 Series CCD
Barcode Scanners
Economical & durable CCD barcode scanner
- Available with USB or PS/2 cables
- Optional hands free stand
- Up to 2" scan range
WWR2900 Series
Pen Barcode Scanners
Pen style barcode scanner provides a cost effective way to reduce repetitive data entry
- Contact “swipe” scanner
- Available with USB or PS/2 cables
WLS8400ER Extended Range Barcode Scanners
High performance laser barcode scanner for scan-intensive, industrial environments
- IP65 sealing rating
- 1" to 45 ft. scan range
WLS8400FZ Fuzzy Logic Barcode Scanners
High performance/ fuzzy logic barcode scanner for fast and accurate reading of damaged, dirty and poorly printed barcodes
- IP65 sealing rating
- Available with USB, PS/2, or RS232 cables
WLP4170 LR Series
Barcode Scanners
All purpose CCD barcode scanner that can read 2D PDF417 barcodes
- Available with USB or PS/2 cables
- Up to 8" scan range
WPS150 Omni-Directional
Barcode Scanners
Omni-directional laser barcode scanner ideal for point-of-sale and warehouse applications
- 20-line rastering scan pattern, 1500 scans/sec
- Scan up to 8.5” away
- Multi-mount stand
Barcode Scanner Accessories
Quick list of all available Wasp barcode scanner accessories
- Stands for hands free operation
- Replacement stands
- Direct connect cables
- Replacement cables
- USB and PS/2
Barcode Scanner
Below you will find valuable links to resources, definitions, and education about barcode scanners. These resources and education materials are intended to help you easily get started implementing a barcode scanner system. If you have any questions regarding barcode scanners or need assistance please contact one of our support representatives at 214-547-4100.
Barcode Scanner Resources
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Barcode Scanner Education & Definitions
Aspect Ratio The ratio of bar height to symbol length.
| Bar The darker (black) element of a barcode symbol. |
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Barcode
An array of parallel bars and spaces encoding information. Also see Symbol. |
Barcode Length The bar dimension perpendicular to the barcode width |
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Barcode Width The thickness of a bar measured from the edge closest to the symbol start character to the trailing edge of the same barcode. |
CCD Barcode Scanner A Charge Coupled Device is a barcode scanner which senses the light and dark areas of a symbol. |
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Laser Barcode Scanner
An optical barcode reading device using a low-energy laser light beam for scanning. |
Decoder
A software or hardware means of translating barcodes into alphanumeric data. A barcode scanner is required to scan the information into the decoder. |
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Density
The term used to designate the compactness of a barcode which measures the narrowest element (usually in mils) of that barcode. |
Depth of Field The distance between the maximum and minimum plane in which a barcode scanner is capable of reading symbols. |
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Code 39 A full alphanumeric barcode consisting of nine black and white bars. Three bars are wide (Code 3 of 9). Code 39 is the most frequently used symbology in industrial barcode scanning systems today. |
Code 128 A full alphanumeric barcode capable of encoding all 128 ASCII characters. |
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MaxiCode Fixed size two-dimensional barcode symbology having elements arranged around a unique circular finder pattern. MaxiCode is omni-directional and is primarily used for freight sortation and tracking. |
Mil 1/1000th (0.001) of an inch or approximately 0.0254 millimeter. Barcode densities are commonly referred to as number of mils (i.e. 10 mils). |
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OCR Optical Character Recognition is a technology designed specifically to read certain stylized fonts (such as OCR-A and OCR-B) containing the full alphanumeric character set. The term OCR is also used when translating and inputting other stylized fonts (such as Courier) or text found in magazines and newspapers into a computer. This technology is also referred to as Intelligent Character Recognition (ICR). |
PDF417 Two-dimensional barcode providing error correction, detection, and security used primarily in parcel tracking applications and hazardous material control. |
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Stack Code Two-dimensional barcode where linear barcodes are stacked one upon another and are printed in a rectangular shape to achieve the most efficient use of barcode label area. |
Symbol A set of characters and marks including start/stop, quiet zones, data, and check characters required by a particular symbology that form a integrated readable (scannable) element. |
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2-Dimensional Barcode Two dimensional symbology composed of rows of data arranged in a rectangular or square pattern. The rows of data are stacked onto each other to encode an array of data. A 2-dimensional or 2D barcode scanner is required to read this type of barcode. |
UPC Universal Product Code is the standard barcode symbol for retail packaging in the United States |
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Wand Barcode Scanner A pen-like scanning device used as a contact barcode reader. |
Wedge A hardware device or software program (Software Wedge) which uses a barcode scanner for input and sends data directly into an application by emulating a keyboard stroke. A wedge (hardware wedge) is an external device and plugs between the keyboard and terminal. Most barcode scanners today have this technology integrated within the device. |
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