Zebra DS8178-HC PowerCap, BT, 2D, SR, FIPS, kit (USB), white

Zebra DS8178-HC PowerCap — wireless barcode scanner built for healthcare

The Zebra DS8178-HC is designed for environments where reliability and hygiene come first. Its white finish and healthcare-specific design make it a natural fit for clinics, pharmacies, and hospital wards — places where equipment gets wiped down daily and is in use from the first shift to the last.

A tidy workstation, no cables in the way

Bluetooth connectivity means staff can move freely without trailing wires. The scanner pairs with the included charging and transmitter cradle, which connects to your POS system or computer. The kit includes a 2 m straight USB cable, so you can get up and running without ordering anything extra.

Reads what your environment throws at it

The DS8178-HC handles both 1D barcodes and 2D codes — QR codes, DataMatrix, and the rest. The standard-range imager is well matched to prescription packaging, wristbands, and medicine bottles: the everyday scan targets in a healthcare setting. It reads reliably in low light and manages worn or partially damaged labels without making staff scan twice.

FIPS security for data-sensitive settings

FIPS-certified encryption meets the data security requirements that healthcare IT systems typically demand. When it comes time to justify the purchase at a compliance or data protection review, the certification gives you something concrete to point to — not a vague promise about security.

IP42 rating for daily cleaning routines

IP42 means the device resists small solid particles and water droplets from at least a 15-degree angle. It is not rated for full spray-down, but it holds up to the wipe-clean routines that are standard practice in clinical environments.

Everything you need is in the box

• ·Zebra DS8178-HC PowerCap scanner (white)
• ·Charging and transmitter cradle
• ·USB cable (straight, 2 m)

The kit ships ready to deploy — no separate parts to source before you can start scanning.

36-month warranty

Zebra covers this scanner with a three-year warranty. Country of manufacture: China.

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