CipherLab A2560ANBAB0S1 Battery and Charger Kit
Overview
The CipherLab A2560ANBAB0S1 is a dedicated replacement battery and charging solution designed for the CipherLab A2560 series 1D linear imager scanners. This accessory kit restores full operational capability to aging or damaged power systems in warehouse, logistics, and retail scanning deployments where continuous barcode capture is mission-critical. If your A2560 scanner is losing charge rapidly or won't power on, this kit provides the OEM components needed to bring it back to specification.
Key Features
- Direct OEM Compatibility: Purpose-built for A2560 series mobile scanners — no adapter or modification required. Drop-in replacement ensures zero configuration drift or device-specific issues.
- Supports 578 Scans/Second Throughput: The battery maintains voltage stability during continuous high-speed scanning in auto-sense and continuous scan modes. Critical in high-volume picking or shipping environments where scan rate dips slow down operations.
- IP65 Environmental Rating: Kit components operate reliably in IP65-rated conditions (dust ingress, low-pressure jets). Useful if your A2560 is deployed near washdown areas or in dusty warehouse zones — the charger won't fail if exposed to incidental moisture or airborne particulates.
- Bluetooth Connectivity Maintained: Replacement battery preserves Bluetooth link to paired mobile devices or docking stations. No re-pairing or firmware updates required after battery swap.
- USB-Based Charging: Charger uses standard USB connectivity, reducing dependency on proprietary power adapters. Simplifies logistics and inventory management across sites with mixed device brands.
- Full Symbology Support: Once charged, the battery enables capture of all symbologies supported by the A2560: Code 39, Code 128, UPC/EAN, GS1 DataBar (RSS), Interleave 2 of 5, ISBT-128, and additional linear formats. No loss of barcode coverage or scanning capability.
Integration & Compatibility
Install this kit into any barcode scanner A2560 device. The battery and charger are field-replaceable without special tools or technical training. After installation, the A2560 resumes normal operation — no VMS reconfiguration, no driver updates, no compatibility checks required. Integrates seamlessly with existing warehouse automation workflows and scanning software that already controls your A2560 fleet.
When to Choose a Different Accessory
If your A2560 is physically damaged (cracked housing, non-functional scanner engine), power cycling alone won't restore it — a replacement device is required. If you operate a mixed scanner fleet from multiple vendors, plan for vendor-specific battery inventory rather than a single universal solution; this kit is A2560-exclusive and won't fit other CipherLab or third-party models.
What's in the Box
- Battery for A2560 series
- Charging cradle/charger unit
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the A2560ANBAB0S1 kit work with older firmware versions on the A2560?
A: Yes. The battery and charger are hardware components independent of firmware. Any A2560 device, regardless of firmware revision, will charge and operate normally with this kit.
Q: Can I use the charger while the A2560 scanner is docked?
A: Yes. The charging cradle is designed for continuous operation — the scanner can be powered and actively used while charging. Useful in fixed-station setups (e.g., receiving docks, returns processing).
Q: How long does a full charge take?
A: Charge time is not specified in the manufacturer documentation. Contact your distributor or CipherLab directly for battery capacity and estimated charging duration.
Q: Is the A2560ANBAB0S1 kit covered under warranty?
A: Warranty terms depend on your purchase agreement. Consult your invoice or distributor agreement for coverage details on replacement batteries and chargers.
Q: Can the charger operate in the same IP65 conditions as the scanner?
A: The A2560ANBAB0S1 kit components are rated IP65 — dust and low-pressure water jets will not damage them. However, do not submerge the charger or battery. For continuous outdoor use, mount the charger under cover.
Q: What is the USB standard used by the charger?
A: The charger uses USB connectivity. Specific USB version (2.0, 3.0, Type-C) is not detailed in available documentation — consult the product manual or manufacturer for connector type.
Ted PerryPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
The A2560ANBAB0S1 is a no-nonsense replacement battery and charger for aging A2560 scanners facing power degradation. If your fleet is 3–5 years into deployment and scanning throughput is slowing or devices are dropping offline mid-shift due to weak batteries, this kit is a practical cost-effective refresh that avoids wholesale scanner replacement.
Technical Highlights:
- 578 Scans/Second Sustained: The replacement battery maintains voltage rails even under continuous high-speed capture in auto-sense mode. In high-volume picking operations (grocery, e-commerce fulfillment), voltage sag kills scan rate. This kit restores headroom.
- IP65 Dust and Moisture Tolerance: Both battery and charger survive incidental exposure to warehouse dust and washdown splash. However, do not park the charger in a wet dock or direct spray — IP65 is not submersion-proof. Keep it under cover or in a docking station enclosure.
- USB Power Input Simplifies Logistics: No proprietary power cables to stock or troubleshoot. Any USB power source (wall adapter, computer port, powered hub) will charge the kit. Reduces spare-parts inventory friction when integrating with multi-vendor infrastructure.
Deployment Considerations:
- The kit is A2560-exclusive. Do not attempt to force this battery into other CipherLab models or third-party scanners — physical fit and electrical connectors will not match. If your operation runs mixed scanner brands, maintain separate battery inventory per model.
- Charge time and battery capacity are not published in the available specs. Before field deployment, test the kit on a single A2560 unit to validate runtime matches your shift cycle. If runtime is insufficient for your warehouse's peak scanning load, you may need a second charged battery on rotation.
Best suited for mid-to-large warehouse operations running 8–12 hour shifts with high scan density. If you have a dozen A2560 scanners seeing 3–5 year old batteries, this kit costs less than a partial fleet replacement and buys 2–3 more years of reliable scanning. Pair it with a planned upgrade timeline to 802.11ac or 5G-capable scanners in your next capital cycle.
