Cognex Introduces DataMan 280 Series Fixed Readers

Cognex Corporation, one of the world's leaders in industrial machine vision, announces the launch of the DataMan 280 series of stationary code readers.

The DataMan 280 has been specifically designed to address a wide range of code reading applications, including tricky 1D barcode, 2D code and DPM code (Direct Part Marking) reading applications in manufacturing and logistics.

‘Cognex is focused on developing advanced products and solutions that can read tricky codes with high speed and accuracy,’

Carl Gerst, Cognex's Executive Vice President of Products and Platforms, said, ‘The DataMan 280 is optimised using a patented new code reading algorithm that

Integrating advanced technology from Cognex's high-end code reading platforms into a compact and affordable enclosure.’

The DataMan 280 features a high-resolution sensor and dynamic imaging system for significantly improved code processing power and coverage.

Combined with a variety of connectivity options that meet today's Industry 4.0 manufacturing needs, this technology enables users to reliably read complex codes while increasing overall equipment efficiency (OEE) and production.

The DataMan 280 is ideal for reading codes on automotive and medical device components, bottles and packaging and pallets, as well as for demonstration scanning.

Combined with the Cognex Edge Intelligence (EI) platform, the DataMan 280 offers advanced Industry 4.0 capabilities.

including simple web browser connectivity, device management and performance monitoring.

The reader's modular hardware and software can be configured to address specific code-reading applications, with the flexibility to adapt to future needs.