CipherLab ARS38CHCNNS02 Single-Slot Charging Cradle

Overview

The ARS38CHCNNS02 is a single-slot charging cradle built for the CipherLab RS38/RS38H mobile computer line. It solves the shift-change charging problem on a warehouse or retail floor: instead of hunting for a USB-C cable at a desk, a worker drops the handheld into the cradle at end of shift and it's ready for the next user. With standard battery packs rated for 14+ hours and extended packs at 21+ hours, a single dock cycle during a break window is enough to keep a device fleet running across multiple shifts.

Compatibility

Built specifically for the CipherLab RS38 and RS38H series mobile computers — the cradle interfaces through the terminal's 8-pin I/O connector, so it is matched to this handheld family rather than a generic USB-C dock. It supports units running either the 4500mAh standard battery (268g terminal weight) or the 6800mAh extended battery (315g terminal weight), so one cradle model covers both battery configurations without swapping hardware.

Installation Notes

Desktop placement only — this is a charging cradle, not a wall- or vehicle-mount unit, so plan bench or counter space near a power outlet at each charging station. Pair it with the RS38's fast-charge profile: standard batteries reach full capacity in 2 hours, extended batteries in 3 hours, which matters when sizing how many cradles a shift-change window actually needs. The RS38 terminal itself carries an IP65 rating, so wipe-down or light washdown environments won't compromise the handheld between dock cycles — just keep the cradle's own contacts dry and free of debris to maintain a clean charge connection.