Specializing in Industrial Automation & Data Collection Since 1984

Diversified Technologies & Omron

Diversified Technologies is proud to partner with Omron to offer our customers the best in industrial barcode scanning, machine vision, smart cameras, verification and print quality inspection products. Omron specializes in barcode readers, smart cameras, and barcode verification products for the Automotive, Semiconductor & Electronics, Life Sciences, Security, Food & Beverage Packaging, and Logistics & Warehouse Automation Applications industries to streamline data and product management.

In this article, we will review three different Omron barcode readers and scanners so you can determine which product is best for your business needs.

The Microscan MS-3

Omron’s Microscan MS-3 Fixed Position Ultra Compact 1D Laser Barcode Reader is ideal for various industry applications including clinical instruments, bank ATMs, parking kiosks, point-of-sale terminals, and robotics.

At a Glance

  • Decodes/second: up to 1000
  • Read Range: 2 to 10” (51 to 254 mm)
  • Wide Scan Angle of 70 degrees
  • IP54 Enclosure

The MS-3 is compact, versatile, and offers the fastest read performance in embedded compact barcode scanners, making it the optimal choice for reliable reading in embedded instruments. This barcode reader also offers easy functionality including single point software and configuration with no computer required. The MS-3 barcode reader is the ideal choice for flexibility and customization including adjustable speed scan, a wide scan angle, and discrete I/O.

The MicroHAWK V430

Omron’s Microscan MicroHAWK V430 1D/2D is a fixed-mount rugged Industrial ethernet barcode reader equipped with an optional liquid lens and an autofocus feature. This barcode reader is designed for applications in rugged or extreme environments.

At a Glance

  • 5 megapixel sensor available
  • Autofocus available
  • Alternate LED configuration available
  • Smallest in class
  • IP65 / IP67
  • Ethernet TCP/IP, EtherNet/IP, and PROFINET
  • Multiple optics and lighting options

The MicroHAWK V430 is the most flexible industrial smart camera available on the market. It provides sensor resolution ranges from 0.3MP to 5MP with multiple optics, lighting options, and the ability to use the same hardware platform for barcode reading and vision inspection. The updated MicroHAWK V430 design is the most compact IP65/67-rated, ethernet barcode reader offering expanded functionality and customization to fit every need.

The LVS 9585

The Omron Microscan LVS-9585 is a handheld 1D/2D/Direct Part Mark (DPM) barcode verification system designed with a 5MP CMOS sensor. The LVS-9585 comes standard with a 6.5-foot USB 2.0 cable and can verify barcodes on a wide range of surfaces including plastics, PCBs, metal, cardboard, and shipping containers.

At a Glance

  • Ideal for multiple line production and warehouse environments
  • Validates printed barcodes to ISO/IEC, GS1, and UDI print quality standards
  • Verifies direct part marks (DPM) to ISO, MIL-STD-130, and GS1 standards
  • High resolution version verifies 2D symbols as small as 2 mil (50 µ) cell size
  • Includes NIST-Traceable Calibrated Conformance Standard Test Card for system calibration
  • 21 CFR Part 11 compliant-ready

The LVS-9585 features a high-resolution 5.0 megapixel camera and can analyze linear (1D) and two-dimensional (2D) codes up to 76.19 mm (3.0 in.) wide and up to 57.15 mm (2.25 in.) tall. It also comes equipped with easy analytical tools to identify barcode errors and integrates with the latest Windows OS tablets for ease of use.

At Diversified Technologies, our goal is to offer our customers only the highest quality products to solve their problems. These Omron products will assist you in achieving industry and governmental labeling regulatory compliance, improved efficiency in the barcode scanning process, and increased organization and data analysis of your parts or products.

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