SYSMEX XP Series - Page 245

Sysmex XP-300 14-15
Technical Information
January 2012
ID Bar code specifications
When using bar code labels, labels with specifications that match the bar code reader for the XP-300
must be used.
This section explains the bar code label specifications.
Symbologies used
The symbologies and check digits which can be used are listed below.
Bar code element dimensions
Narrow: Min. 0.20 mm
Narrow: Wide 2.2 - 3.0
Narrow space: Narrow bar 0.85 - 1.17
Note:
Following is an explanation of the typical bar code label specifications.
The actual specifications may differ depending on the symbology, print quality, and number
of digits.
Specifications for JAN codes will also be somewhat different.
For details, contact your Sysmex service representative.
Warning!
If the sample bar code is used, use a check digit whenever possible.
If a check digit is not used, the chances of the bar code being misread increase.
Symbology Check digit Number of digits
ITF None Max. 14 digits (sample ID)
Modulus 10 Max. 14 digits (sample ID)
+ 1 digit (check digit) = Max. 15 digits
NW-7 None Max. 15 digits (sample ID)
Modulus 11 Max. 15 digits (sample ID)
+ 1 digit (check digit) = Max. 16 digits
Weighted modulus 11
Modulus 16
CODE39 None Max. 15 digits (sample ID)
Modulus 43 Max. 15 digits (sample ID)
+ 1 digit (check digit) = Max. 16 digits
CODE128 Modulus 103 Max. 15 digits (sample ID)
+ 1 digit (check digit) = Max. 16 digits
JAN-8 Modulus 10 7 digits (sample ID)
+ 1 digit (check digit) = 8 digits
JAN-13 Modulus 10 12 digits (sample ID)
+ 1 digit (check digit) = 13 digits