Zebra DS3678-SR | Ultra-Rugged Cordless 2D Imager | Bluetooth 4.0 | FIPS | (Scanner Only)

The Zebra DS3678-SR is an ultra-rugged cordless 2D area imager engineered for the most demanding manufacturing, warehouse, and industrial field environments. IP65+IP67 dual sealing, 8 ft (2.4 m) drop resistance, 7,500 tumbles at 1 m, and a -20°C to 50°C operating range cover conditions that eliminate conventional scanners from consideration. The PowerPrecision+ 3,100 mAh battery delivers over 100,000 scans per charge, and Bluetooth 4.0 provides a 300 ft (91 m) wireless range. This Industrial Green unit includes the scanner only — a compatible cradle, power supply, and cables are required separately.

IP65+IP67 Dual Sealing — Waterproof and Dustproof

The DS3678-SR carries both IP65 (dust-tight + water jet resistant) and IP67 (dust-tight + 30-minute immersion to 1 m) ratings simultaneously. This dual certification covers the full range of real-world industrial exposure: wash-down with high-pressure water jets, accidental submersion in puddles or drainage, and total dust ingress protection. The rugged cradle adds IP65 sealing of its own, and its industrial charging contacts are rated to 250,000 insertions — a meaningful operational longevity spec for high-use environments where insertion cycles accumulate quickly.

8 ft Drops, 7,500 Tumbles, -20°C to 50°C

Multiple 2.4 m (8 ft) drops to concrete, 7,500 tumbles at 1 m, and an operating temperature range from -20°C (-4°F) to 50°C (122°F) define the DS3678-SR's environmental envelope. The extended cold-temperature rating covers freezer aisles, outdoor receiving docks in winter, and cold-chain logistics operations where most cordless scanners fail within weeks. Vibration motor feedback (V variant) confirms successful scans through glove-level tactile response — essential on noisy production lines where audio feedback is masked.

100,000+ Scans Per Charge — PowerPrecision+

The 3,100 mAh PowerPrecision+ smart battery delivers over 100,000 scans per charge — enough for an entire week of three-shift industrial scanning without a battery swap. PowerPrecision+ adds intelligent fleet battery management: remaining charge is visible at the scanner and reportable to IT administrators via Zebra's device management software, enabling proactive battery replacement before failure. Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy maximises battery efficiency, and the 300 ft (91 m) open-air wireless range covers large production floors and outdoor staging areas.

PRZM Intelligent Imaging — All Industrial Symbologies

The 1,280 × 800 pixel sensor with 610 nm LED illumination and Zebra's PRZM Intelligent Imaging decodes all major 1D and 2D symbologies — including DotCode, Digimarc digital watermarks, IUID (military/defence item marking), Han Xin, and Base 32 Italian Pharma — at standard range up to 1.5 m (5 ft). The 42° × 28° field of view with Bluetooth HID and SPP profiles ensures compatibility with existing host systems without driver installation. FIPS 140-2 compliance satisfies government, defence, and regulated-industry security requirements for wireless data transmission.

Industrial Green — Built for Visibility on the Floor

The Industrial Green housing is a deliberate visibility decision: green scanners are immediately distinguishable from grey, black, and white equipment on a production floor, reducing misplacement and enabling rapid visual asset tracking. At 407 g (0.90 lbs) and 185.4 × 76.2 × 142.2 mm, the DS3678-SR is proportioned for full-shift handheld use with a grip designed to minimise fatigue during high-throughput scanning operations.

What is required to make the DS3678-SR0F003VZWW operational?

This SKU is scanner only. To complete a working installation you need: a compatible cradle (e.g. CR3678 or CR3600), a power supply, a DC cable, and an AC line cord — all sold separately. The CR3678 rugged cradle is IP65-sealed with industrial contacts rated to 250,000 insertions and a single-slot charge/communication design.

What does dual IP65+IP67 sealing mean in practice?

IP65 certifies protection against low-pressure water jets from any direction — covering wash-down and heavy rain exposure. IP67 certifies full dust-tightness and temporary immersion to 1 m for 30 minutes — covering accidental submersion in puddles, drainage, or shallow water. Holding both ratings simultaneously means the DS3678-SR is protected against every water-exposure scenario an industrial environment is likely to produce.

What does FIPS 140-2 compliance mean for this scanner?

FIPS 140-2 is a US government cryptographic security standard that certifies the scanner's Bluetooth data transmission uses validated encryption. This is a procurement requirement for government, defence, and regulated industries (healthcare, finance) handling sensitive data. The DS3678-SR's FIPS compliance allows it to be deployed in these environments without security exceptions or additional encryption overlay hardware.

How does the DS3678-SR differ from the DS8178-SR?

The DS3678-SR is Zebra's ultra-rugged industrial platform: IP65+IP67 dual sealing, 8 ft drops, 7,500 tumbles, -20°C operation, and Industrial Green housing for demanding manufacturing and field environments. The DS8178-SR is a commercial-grade cordless scanner for retail and light industrial use: IP52, 6 ft drops, 0°C minimum — well specified for its environment but not in the same durability class as the DS3678.