Zebra DS8178-HC, BT, 2D, SR, FIPS, white

Zebra DS8178-HC Wireless Scanner for Healthcare

The Zebra DS8178-HC is built for the daily demands of healthcare environments. The wireless Bluetooth connection frees your staff from cables — nurses and technicians can move between patient rooms without leaving the scanner tethered to a desk.

Reads what your environment throws at it

The 2D imager (standard range) handles both traditional 1D barcodes and 2D codes including QR and DataMatrix. In practice, that means patient wristbands, medication packaging, and lab sample labels can all be read with a single device — no extra hardware, no switching between scanners mid-shift.

IP42-rated protection stands up to dust and the knocks that come with a busy clinical setting. The white finish is a deliberate choice for healthcare: surfaces are straightforward to wipe down and keep clean between uses.

FIPS 140-2 security for sensitive patient data

The DS8178-HC meets FIPS 140-2 security requirements — a prerequisite in many public-sector healthcare and hospital IT policies. Data travels over Bluetooth in an encrypted channel, so patient information stays protected at the point of care.

What is not in the box

The scanner ships without an interface cable, charging and transmitter cradle, power supply unit, or power cable — these are ordered separately depending on your setup. Before ordering, check what accessories your point-of-sale or patient management system requires. Get in touch with Vaivatta and we will help you put together the right configuration.

Warranty and origin

The DS8178-HC carries a 36-month warranty. Country of manufacture: Mexico.

The short version

If your clinic, pharmacy, or hospital ward needs a wireless, secure, and easy-to-clean 2D scanner, the DS8178-HC covers the essentials: Bluetooth freedom, FIPS-certified data security, and IP42 protection — without adding complexity to your daily workflow.