Datalogic PowerScan PM9600-HP | Industrial Cordless Barcode Scanner | High Performance 1D/2D | 433MHz STAR | RS-232 Kit with Cradle
The Datalogic PowerScan PM9600-HP is the range-topping rugged cordless industrial scanner in the PowerScan family — purpose-built for warehouses, manufacturing plants and logistics operations where a standard retail scanner would fail within days. This kit pairs the High Performance dual-camera scanner with the BC9630 cradle on Datalogic's proprietary 433MHz STAR radio and ships ready to connect to any RS-232 serial host or PLC.
IP65 and IP67 sealed against dust and water immersion. Survives 50 drops from 2.5 m onto concrete at room temperature and 50 drops from 2.0 m at -20°C. The trigger is rated for 10 million activations, and wireless cradle charging eliminates the classic failure point of corroded contact pins.
The HP variant uses two cameras — one for near-field, one for mid-to-long range — delivering scan rates up to 20% faster than competitive scanners. White LED illumination with 1280×800 imager sensor and the signature Green Spot good-read indicator work even on damaged, dirty or low-contrast labels.
Datalogic's proprietary narrow-band 433MHz STAR system avoids the congestion and interference that crowd 2.4GHz Bluetooth and Wi-Fi bands in industrial sites. Up to 16 scanners per cradle (vs Bluetooth's 7) mean error-free operation across large warehouse floors.
The BC9630 cradle ships with RS-232 interface pre-installed (CAB-434 cable included) — ideal for legacy PLCs, terminals and industrial hosts requiring serial communication. The modular cradle design allows switching to USB, Ethernet or Profinet later without replacing the scanner.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | PowerScan PM9600-HP (High Performance) |
| Form Factor | Cordless handheld industrial scanner |
| Scan Technology | 2D area imager, dual camera (High Performance) |
| Image Sensor | 1280 × 800 pixels |
| Radio | Datalogic STAR Cordless System, 433 MHz (narrow-band) |
| Scanners per Cradle | Up to 16 |
| Host Interface | RS-232 serial |
| Good-Read Feedback | Green Spot, Three Green Lights (3GL), beeper, LED |
| Battery | 3300 mAh removable Li-ion, wireless charging in cradle |
| Environmental Sealing | IP65 and IP67 |
| Drop Spec | 50 drops from 2.5 m @ 20°C; 50 drops from 2.0 m @ -20°C |
| Trigger Life | 10 million activations |
| Colour | Yellow / Black |
| Kit Contents | Scanner PM9600-HP, cradle BC9630-433, RS-232 cable CAB-434, power supply 8-0935, power cord 6003-0940 |
| Part Number | PM9600-HP433RBK20 |
Frequently Asked Questions
A: RS-232 is the standard interface for legacy PLCs, industrial terminals and point-of-sale systems. If your host has a serial COM port, this is the correct kit. For modern USB-A connections, choose the RBK10 variant.
A: STAR operates at 433MHz — separate from the congested 2.4GHz Wi-Fi/Bluetooth band. It supports 16 scanners per cradle vs 7 for Bluetooth, with guaranteed interference-free communication in industrial environments.
A: Yes. The BC9630 cradle uses swappable communication modules — switch to USB, USB-C, Ethernet, Ethernet/IP or Profinet without replacing the scanner. Modules sold separately.
Buyer's Guide
Manufacturing plants and warehouses using RS-232 serial hosts, legacy PLCs or terminals. Ideal for multi-operator floors scanning pallets and cartons at distance.
Total cost of ownership. 2.5m drop rating, 10-million-hit trigger, IP67 sealing and wireless cradle charging keep this scanner working when consumer-grade devices fail. STAR 433MHz radio keeps working when Wi-Fi congestion takes others offline.
RS-232 serial interface — not USB. No display, no keypad. 433MHz STAR is EU/regulated regions only; use the 910MHz variant for the Americas. Ethernet/Profinet modules are separate purchases.