Zebra DS8288 HC, PowerCap Supercapacitor, Kit, 2D, Digimarc, BT, kit (USB), white
Zebra DS8288 HC wireless 2D barcode scanner for healthcare — disinfectable housing, PowerCap supercapacitor, Bluetooth 5.2, and a 60-month warranty.
About
Zebra DS8288 HC – Wireless 2D Scanner Built for Demanding Environments
The Zebra DS8288 HC is designed for spaces where hygiene is a non-negotiable daily requirement. Its housing withstands repeated disinfection without the casing or electronics degrading — the scanner stays in reliable working order long after less robust alternatives would have been retired.
PowerCap Supercapacitor — Power That Doesn't Fade With Age
Instead of a conventional rechargeable battery, the DS8288 HC uses a PowerCap supercapacitor. In practice, this means the scanner is ready to use the moment it leaves the cradle, and you won't face the situation — a few years down the line — where a worn-out battery starts cutting shifts short. The charging cradle doubles as the wireless transmitter, so going cordless doesn't mean losing signal in the corners of the room.
2D Imager With Digimarc Support
The scanner reads all standard 1D and 2D barcodes as well as OCR text. Digimarc support adds the ability to read digitally watermarked codes — particularly useful on pharmaceutical packaging and hospital labels where a traditional barcode simply doesn't fit on the product surface.
Bluetooth 5.2 — Stable Connection Throughout the Shift
Bluetooth class 5.2 maintains a solid connection over a wide range. A nurse or stockroom worker can move freely without the scanner dropping its link to the base station. The charging and transmitter cradle (presentation cradle) is included in the kit along with a straight USB cable — everything you need, in one box.
IP54 Protection
The device handles dust and water splashes (IP54), making it equally suitable for kitchen or warehouse use — not just the clinical healthcare setting the HC designation might suggest.
What's in the Box
- Zebra DS8288 HC cordless scanner (white)
- Charging and transmitter cradle (presentation cradle)
- USB cable (straight)
60-Month Warranty
Zebra backs the DS8288 HC with a 60-month warranty. That length of cover reflects the manufacturer's confidence in the hardware's durability — and it protects you from an unexpected replacement purchase in the years ahead.
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You get a scanner that handles the real demands of daily work: disinfection routines, constant movement, and long shifts.