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Zebra DS3600 scanner price in India: ask our team for today's competitive price. Share your requirement and budget, and we will help you choose the right configuration and send a written quotation with current pricing and delivery time.
Quick answer
Printed labels at arm's length: SR. Tiny codes on circuit boards or medicine strips: HD, which reads a 3 mil Code 128. Marks on the part itself, such as dot peen or laser etch: DP or DPA. Documents, photos or signatures as well as codes: HP. Labels on top-level racking: XR.
A corded DS3608 runs off the host's USB or RS232 port, has no battery to charge and works down to -30 °C. A cordless DS3678 links to a charging cradle over Class 1 Bluetooth, with a minimum 100 m line-of-sight range, and works down to -20 °C.
All of them are sealed to IP65 and IP68, survive multiple 3.0 m drops to concrete at room temperature and 7,500 tumbles at 1.0 m, and work up to 50 °C. So pick by the code, not by toughness.
Which model for which job
Each job below names which of the DS3678-SR, DS3678-HD, DS3678-DP, DS3678-DPA, DS3678-HP and DS3600-XR suits it.
The SR reads a 40 mil Code 128 from 4.4 cm to 152.4 cm, so one scanner covers a carton in the hand and a pallet label about 1.5 m away.
Consider: Zebra DS3678-SR, Zebra DS3608-SR (corded)
The XR adds a far-range sensor: a 100 mil Code 39 reads up to 32.0 m and a 200 mil Data Matrix up to 30.5 m. For forklifts, the cordless models take an IP65 FLB cradle with a forklift mounting plate.
Consider: Zebra DS3600-XR
The HD reads a 3 mil Code 128 from 5.1 cm to 7.6 cm and a 5 mil PDF417 from 5.1 cm to 15.2 cm. It is a close-work scanner: a 20 mil Code 128 reads only up to 66.0 cm.
Consider: Zebra DS3678-HD, Zebra DS3608-HD (corded)
Zebra lists dot peen, laser etch, ink mark, chemical etch, inkjet mold, cast and thermal spray marks for the DP; the DPA is sold for the same work, and we confirm it on a sample of your part. Hold them close: a 10 mil Data Matrix reads from 0.0 cm to 8.6 cm on the DP and from 0.5 cm to 12.1 cm on the DPA.
Consider: Zebra DS3678-DP, Zebra DS3608-DP (corded), Zebra DS3678-DPA, Zebra DS3608-DPA (corded)
The HP reads codes and also captures photos, signatures, OCR text and documents. It reads QR codes, such as the one on a GST e-invoice, and a 40 mil Code 128 out to 203.2 cm.
Consider: Zebra DS3678-HP
Corded models, including the corded DS3608-XR, work down to -30 °C. Cordless models stop at -20 °C and charge only from 0 °C, so keep the cradle outside the cold room.
Consider: Zebra DS3600-XR, Zebra DS3608-SR (corded)
Side by side
The SR reads everyday labels and the HD tiny, dense codes. The DP and DPA read part marks, the HP codes with photos and documents, and the XR rack labels up to 32 m away.
| Specification | Zebra DS3678-SR | Zebra DS3678-HD | Zebra DS3678-DP | Zebra DS3678-DPA | Zebra DS3678-HP | Zebra DS3600-XR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Everyday carton and shelf labels, from a few centimetres to about 1.5 m | Tiny, dense codes down to 3 mil, read close up | Marks stamped, etched or cast on metal and plastic parts | Part marks, with a longer close-up reach than the DP in Zebra's guide | Codes plus photos, signatures, OCR text and documents | Rack and pallet labels, from the hand out to 32 m, corded or cordless |
| Key strength | 4.4 cm to 1.5 m (40 mil Code 128) | Code 128 3 mil (5.1-7.6 cm) | Printed codes and direct part marks | Rough · shiny · curved | Code 128 20 mil: 12.7 cm to 114.3 cm | 3.3 cm to 32 m (by barcode size) |
| Reads | 1D and 2D codes | 1D and 2D codes | 1D and 2D codes, including direct part marks (DPM) | 1D and 2D codes, including direct part marks (DPM) | 1D and 2D codes, OCR, Document & Photos Scanning | 1D, 2D and Digimarc |
| Data Matrix 10 mil range | 3.5 cm to 21.8 cm | 2.5 cm to 22.9 cm | DP range: Data Matrix 10 mil: 0.0 cm to 8.6 cm (DPM Mode off) · DPA range: Data Matrix 10 mil / QR Code 10 mil: 0.5 cm to 12.1 cm (DPM Mode off, Zebra reference guide) | DP range: Data Matrix 10 mil: 0.0 cm to 8.6 cm (DPM Mode off) · DPA range: Data Matrix 10 mil / QR Code 10 mil: 0.5 cm to 12.1 cm | 15.2 cm to 38.1 cm | 3.3 cm to 1.7 m |
| Image sensor | 1,280 × 800 pixels | 1,280 × 960 pixels | 1,280 × 960 pixels | 1,280 × 960 pixels | 1,280 × 960 pixels | Near: 1280 × 800 pixels; far: 1920 × 1080 pixels |
| Aimer | 610 nm LED | 655 nm laser | 655 nm laser | 655 nm laser | 655 nm laser | 520 nm green laser |
| Illumination | One 660 nm LED | Two warm-white LEDs | Area imager: direct illumination from two warm-white LEDs, diffuse illumination from a ring of red 634 nm LEDs, 655 nm laser aimer | Area imager: direct illumination from two warm-white LEDs, diffuse illumination from a ring of red 634 nm LEDs, 655 nm laser aimer | Two warm-white LEDs | Two warm-white LEDs (2700 K) |
| Field of view | Horizontal 42°, vertical 28° | Horizontal 31°, vertical 23° | Horizontal 31°, vertical 23° | Horizontal 31°, vertical 23° | Horizontal 31°, vertical 23° | Near: 42.1° H × 27° V; far: 14° H × 7.9° V |
| Battery | 3,100 mAh · 100,000+ scans per charge | 3,100 mAh · 100,000+ scans per charge | 3,100 mAh · 100,000+ scans | 3,100 mAh · 100,000+ scans | 3,100 mAh PowerPrecision+ | PowerPrecision+ 3,100 mAh Li-ion, rechargeable |
| Bluetooth | Class 1 · minimum 100 m line of sight | Class 1 · minimum 100 m line of sight | Class 1 · 100 m minimum | Class 1 · 100 m minimum | Class 1 · minimum 100 m line of sight | Class 1, version 4.0 LE; SPP and HID profiles |
| Operating temperature | -20 °C to 50 °C | -20 °C to 50 °C | -20 °C to 50 °C | -20 °C to 50 °C | -20 °C to 50 °C | Corded -30 °C to 50 °C; cordless -20 °C to 50 °C |
| Sealing | Scanner IP65 and IP68; FLB cradle IP65 | Scanner IP65 and IP68; FLB cradle IP65 | Scanner IP65 and IP68; FLB cradle IP65 | Scanner IP65 and IP68; FLB cradle IP65 | Scanner IP65 and IP68; FLB cradle IP65 | Scanner IP65 and IP68; FLB cradle IP65 |
| Drops | Multiple 3.0 m drops to concrete at room temperature; multiple 2.4 m drops from -20 °C to 50 °C | Multiple 3.0 m (10 ft) drops to concrete at room temperature; multiple 2.4 m (8 ft) drops to concrete from -20 °C to 50 °C | Multiple 3.0 m (10 ft) drops to concrete at room temperature; multiple 2.4 m (8 ft) drops to concrete from -20 °C to 50 °C | Multiple 3.0 m (10 ft) drops to concrete at room temperature; multiple 2.4 m (8 ft) drops to concrete from -20 °C to 50 °C | Multiple 3.0 m drops to concrete at room temperature; multiple 2.4 m drops from -20 °C to 50 °C | Multiple 3.0 m drops to concrete at room temperature; multiple 2.4 m drops across the operating temperature range |
| Weight | 407 g | 411 g (corded DS3608-HD: 309 g) | 402 g | 402 g | 411 g | Corded 308 g; cordless 410 g |
All figures are Zebra's, as shown on each product page. The table shows the cordless DS3678 models and the XR page, which covers both versions. Each page names its corded DS3608 version and gives the full specification, India notes and FAQ. Maker documents checked on 13 October 2026 or later. About our product information
Which range?
Go by your smallest code. The HD reads a 3 mil Code 128; the SR's spec sheet starts at 5 mil. The SR reaches further: a 40 mil Code 128 up to 152.4 cm, against 66.0 cm for a 20 mil code on the HD. Both are equally rugged.
The SR tops out at about 1.5 m on a 40 mil Code 128. The XR adds a far-range sensor (1920 × 1080) and a green 520 nm laser aimer, and reads a 100 mil Code 39 up to 32.0 m. Its cordless version is rated for 80,000 scans per charge, against 100,000+ for the cordless SR.
Both read direct part marks and printed codes. Zebra's reference guide gives the DPA a longer close-up range on a 10 mil Data Matrix (0.5 cm to 12.1 cm, against 0.0 cm to 8.6 cm on the DP). But the guide lists the DPM modes and the direct or indirect lighting settings for the DP only. Send us a photo of your part and we will match the model.
Both use a 1,280 × 960 sensor. The HD reads a 3 mil Code 128 close up; the HP's smallest listed code is a 5 mil Code 128, from 15.2 cm. Pick the HP when the same scanner must capture OCR text, photos or documents, or read labels out to 203.2 cm on a 40 mil code.
Corded: powered by the host, nothing to charge, rated to -30 °C, and lighter (305 g against 407 g for the SR). Cordless: a 3,100 mAh battery that charges in the cradle in up to 3 hours on external power, and Zebra's guide describes up to seven scanners on one cradle on supported configurations. For the HP, Zebra lists a corded model but no India & Korea corded part number, so we confirm it before quoting.
Replacing an older Zebra
Zebra names these replacements on its support pages. The discontinued models guide covers every other model.
| Older model | What Zebra says | Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| Zebra DS3608-ER | Zebra no longer sells it (end of sale 2025-06-30 in EMEA, APAC and LATAM); Zebra support continues to October 2030 India is in the APAC region covered by the notice. |
DS3600-XR Series
Zebra DS3600-XR |
| Zebra DS3678-ER | Zebra no longer sells it (end of sale 2025-06-30 in EMEA, APAC and LATAM); Zebra support continues to October 2030 India is in the APAC region covered by the notice. |
DS3600-XR Series
Zebra DS3600-XR |
For buyers in India
Corded DS3608 models are rated to -30 °C. Cordless DS3678 models are rated only to -20 °C, and their batteries charge between 0 °C and 40 °C, so keep the cradle outside the cold room. Zebra suggests its heated scanner holder to reduce condensation on the scan window when you move in and out of a freezer.
Every DS3600 works up to 50 °C, but a cordless battery charges only up to 40 °C. Mount the cradle in shade or in an air-conditioned room.
Every model here reads QR Code and Data Matrix, the codes on medicine packs and API labels. For very small codes on strips and vials, choose the HD.
Zebra's DS36X8 reference guide lists 'India & Korea' part numbers for the SR, HD, XR, DP and DPA, corded and cordless, and for the cordless HP. Zebra stopped selling the ER versions (DS3608-ER and DS3678-ER) in APAC on 30 June 2025 and names the XR as the replacement. We confirm the exact configuration with the distributor before you order.
Corded models take power from the host. Where a 12 V supply is needed, for some cables or a cradle, Zebra's PWR-BGA12V50W0WW accepts 100-240 V AC, which covers India's 230 V mains.
Questions buyers ask
It depends on the range (SR, HD, DP, DPA, HP or XR), corded or cordless, the cradle and cables, and the quantity. Ask our team for today's competitive price: share your requirement and budget, and we will help you choose the right configuration and send a written quotation with current pricing and delivery time.
DPM means direct part mark: a code stamped, etched or printed straight onto a part. In the DS3600 range, the DP and DPA are sold for these marks; send us a sample part and we will confirm which reads it. Zebra lists dot peen, laser etch, ink mark, chemical etch, inkjet mold, cast and thermal spray. They read printed labels too, but only close up: a 13 mil UPC reads from 2.5 cm to 14.7 cm on the DP.
The HD. Zebra lists a 3 mil Code 128 from 5.1 cm to 7.6 cm, while the SR and HP sheets start at 5 mil. For 2D marks below 5 mil made on the part itself, Zebra's guide lists an Ultra High Density DPM setting for the DP. It is off by default.
The XR. It has a near sensor and a far sensor, and a green laser aimer you can follow at distance. Zebra's typical ranges are up to 26.7 m for a 100 mil Code 128 and up to 32.0 m for a 100 mil Code 39. By comparison, the SR reaches about 1.5 m and the HP about 2 m on a 40 mil Code 128.
Choose corded for a fixed desk, a packing line or a room colder than -20 °C: it is powered by the host and works down to -30 °C. Choose cordless for staff who walk the aisles or drive forklifts: the 3,100 mAh battery charges in the cradle, and Bluetooth reaches at least 100 m in open line of sight. Zebra's spec sheets give one range table for both versions in each range.
Down to -20 °C, and the battery charges only from 0 °C. For colder rooms choose the corded model, rated to -30 °C, and keep any cradle outside.
Tell us what you scan, from how far, how cold the room gets and what software you use. We will suggest the range, corded or cordless, and quote it with the cradle and cables.