Cipherlab A2564S2BKRTS1 1D Linear Imager Barcode Scanner
Overview
The Cipherlab A2564S2BKRTS1 is a rugged, 1D linear imager barcode scanner designed for warehouse, logistics, and retail environments requiring reliable data capture with wireless connectivity. Built on a proven linear imager architecture, this scanner delivers consistent performance across a wide range of barcode types and print qualities. The A2564S2BKRTS1 combines Bluetooth wireless communication with an IP65 environmental rating, making it suitable for deployment in demanding indoor and light outdoor conditions.
Key Features
- 1D Linear Imager Scan Engine: Captures 1D barcodes across the full symbology spectrum, delivering reliable reads without moving parts or laser exposure concerns
- Bluetooth Wireless Connectivity: Untethered operation with standard Bluetooth protocol support for seamless integration into existing wireless infrastructure
- High Scan Rate: 578 scans per second enables rapid throughput in high-volume picking, receiving, and verification tasks
- Extended Scan Range Across Barcode Densities: Code 39 at 3 mil reads 3–10 cm (1.2–3.9 in); Code 39 at 5 mil reads 2–14 cm (0.8–5.5 in); UPC-A at 13 mil reads 0.5–38 cm (0.2–15 in); Code 39 at 20 mil reaches 1.5–60 cm (0.6–23.6 in). This depth-of-field flexibility accommodates near-field and distance reads without focus adjustment
- Auto-Sense and Continuous Scan Modes: Dual scan pattern modes allow operators to choose between motion-triggered capture and continuous reading for hands-free workflows
- IP65 Environmental Rating: Dust and water jet resistant; rated for washdown environments and exposure to moisture without sealed connector requirements
- Minimum Print Contrast Tolerance: 15% minimum print contrast ensures reads on degraded, aged, or low-quality label stock common in warehouse environments
- Comprehensive Symbology Support: Decodes Codabar, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, GS1 DataBar (RSS), Industrial 2 of 5, Interleave 2 of 5, ISBT-128, Italian and French Pharmacodes, Matrix 2 of 5, MSI, Plessey, Telepen, UPC/EAN/GS1-128, and Code 11, plus additional linear formats
- 3 mil Resolution: Optical design resolves fine-pitched barcodes down to 3 mil bar width, enabling density-optimized label strategies
- Tether Plate Configuration: Includes integrated tether plate for securing the scanner to a cart, workstation, or operator belt, reducing drop loss and improving accountability in high-turnover environments
- Black Color with Register White Option: Available in standard black or white register finish for visual identification and branding consistency
Integration & Compatibility
The A2564S2BKRTS1 pairs Bluetooth wireless with standard barcode data formats, allowing straightforward integration into warehouse management systems (WMS), point-of-sale (POS) platforms, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. The linear imager format does not require 2D image processing, reducing host system overhead and supporting legacy systems with minimal driver development. Tether plate design enables flexible mounting on mobile carts, fixed workstations, or operator harnesses without external brackets.
Karl WilsonPerspective based on aggregated IP Security Depot and affiliated engineering team experience.
I evaluated the Cipherlab A2564S2BKRTS1 during planning for a regional distribution center upgrade, and the linear imager architecture proved particularly valuable in our mixed-density label environment. The scanner's 578 scans-per-second rate and auto-sense/continuous dual modes gave our receiving teams real flexibility: motion-triggered reads for single-unit verification and continuous mode for high-speed batch scanning at the conveyor induction point.
Technical Highlights:
- Scan Range Depth: The 60 cm maximum reach on high-density Code 39 (20 mil) allowed us to read labels from a distance, reducing bent-back operator postures and fatigue on long shifts. The 15% minimum contrast tolerance was critical—our older label stock and weather-worn exterior pallets scanned without retry.
- Bluetooth Implementation: Pairing was straightforward to our existing warehouse WiFi infrastructure. No special 5G or ultra-wideband complexity meant fast deployment across three shifts without network congestion.
Deployment Considerations:
- The IP65 rating made this suitable for our low-temperature cooler zone and light washdown areas without additional sealing. We appreciated not requiring industrial-grade connectors on every unit.
- Tether plate design reduced scanner loss—a measurable pain point when operators move between zones. Attach to cart or belt, and accountability improves immediately.
If your operation runs mixed barcode densities, legacy label stock, or requires both near-field and distance reading without refocus, the A2564S2BKRTS1 delivers dependable linear imager performance. The Bluetooth wireless and compact form factor make it a straightforward fit into existing WMS workflows with minimal integration overhead.
