Zebra DS8178-HC Wireless Healthcare 2D Bluetooth Barcode Scanner (DS8178-HCBU210MS5W)
The Zebra DS8178-HC Wireless Healthcare 2D Bluetooth Barcode Scanner (DS8178-HCBU210MS5W) is a specialised cordless healthcare scanner designed for hospitals, pharmacies, laboratories, clinics, and medical environments requiring fast, accurate, and secure barcode scanning.
Developed specifically for healthcare workflows, the DS8178-HC combines advanced 2D imaging technology with Bluetooth wireless connectivity to capture patient wristbands, medication barcodes, specimen labels, QR codes, and digital healthcare records with exceptional speed and precision. Its cordless operation allows healthcare staff to move freely between patients, medication stations, and work areas without cable restrictions.
Featuring FIPS-compliant wireless security support, the scanner is suitable for healthcare organisations requiring enhanced data protection and secure wireless communication. The healthcare-ready white housing is designed to suit clinical environments whilst the included charging/transmitter cradle and USB cable provide dependable day-to-day operation for demanding medical workflows.
Main Features
- Wireless healthcare 1D and 2D barcode scanner
- Bluetooth cordless scanning technology
- Advanced standard-range 2D imager scanning engine
- FIPS-compliant wireless security support
- Reads patient wristbands, medication labels, and specimen barcodes
- Supports QR codes and digital healthcare applications
- Includes USB cable and charging/transmitter cradle
- Fast and highly accurate barcode scanning performance
- Lightweight ergonomic handheld design
- IP42-rated protection against dust and water splashes
- Healthcare-ready white housing
- Designed for demanding clinical and medical environments
New Features & Technology
- Advanced 2D imaging technology improves scanning accuracy for medical workflows
- Bluetooth wireless connectivity improves mobility between patients and workstations
- FIPS support enhances wireless security for healthcare environments
- Captures difficult or poorly printed healthcare barcodes more reliably
- Charging cradle supports convenient cordless day-to-day operation
- Wide-angle scanning improves barcode readability from different positions
- Ergonomic construction improves comfort during prolonged clinical use
- Optimised for hospitals, pharmacies, and patient-care applications
Advantages Over Other Models
- Specially designed for healthcare and clinical environments
- Wireless mobility improves workflow flexibility for medical staff
- FIPS support helps meet secure healthcare communication requirements
- Reliable scanning of medication labels and patient wristbands
- Excellent for high-volume healthcare scanning workflows
- Comfortable ergonomic design suitable for extended daily use
- Trusted Zebra healthcare scanning technology
- Ideal upgrade from older wired healthcare barcode scanners
Best Suited For
- Hospitals and healthcare facilities
- Pharmacies and medication dispensing
- Patient identification and wristband scanning
- Laboratory and specimen tracking
- Clinical and nursing environments
- Electronic healthcare record applications
- Healthcare inventory management
- General wireless healthcare barcode scanning
Product Summary
The Zebra DS8178-HC Wireless Healthcare 2D Bluetooth Barcode Scanner (DS8178-HCBU210MS5W) is a secure high-performance healthcare scanning solution created for medical organisations requiring fast, accurate, and dependable barcode scanning across clinical and patient-care environments.
Combining advanced 2D imaging, Bluetooth wireless connectivity, FIPS-compliant security support, healthcare-ready design, ergonomic cordless operation, and reliable Zebra scanning performance, the DS8178-HC helps improve patient safety, workflow efficiency, and operational accuracy within demanding healthcare environments.
