Zebra DS8108-HC | 2D Healthcare Scanner | PRZM Imaging | Vibration Motor | Scanner Only | HC White
Zebra DS8108-HC
HC White · 2D Healthcare Scanner · PRZM Imaging · Vibration Motor · Green Aimer · Scanner Only
The Zebra DS8108-HC is the DS8100 Series reimagined for clinical environments. Every aspect of its design addresses the specific demands of healthcare scanning — from the disinfectant-ready housing with concealed screw holes and seams that eliminate bacteria harbouring surfaces, to the vibration motor that enables silent good-read confirmation in patient-sensitive areas. The green aimer replaces the conventional red laser, making it safe for use in NICUs where lasers are contraindicated. PRZM Intelligent Imaging reads barcodes on IV bags, foil medpacks, syringes and curved vial surfaces that defeat conventional scanners, while UDI Scan+ simplifies the capture of Unique Device Identification codes at the point of care. This listing is for the scanner unit only — an interface cable is required and sold separately.
| Part Number | DS8108-HC4000BVZWW |
| EAN | 8596375046658 |
| Scanner Type | Corded handheld · 2D Megapixel Area Imager · Healthcare |
| Processor | 800 MHz |
| Imaging Technology | Zebra PRZM Intelligent Imaging · Megapixel sensor |
| Decode Range | Up to 24 in. / 61 cm |
| Aiming System | Green LED aimer — safe for NICU and light-sensitive patient environments |
| Good-Read Feedback | Vibration motor · LED indicators · Adjustable beeper (including silent modes) · Night mode |
| Healthcare Features | UDI Scan+ (Unique Device Identification) · Reads IV bags, foil medpacks, syringes, small vials · PTSD-safe green aimer |
| 1D Barcodes | Code 39, Code 128, Code 93, Codabar, UPC/EAN, GS1 DataBar, Base 32 (Italian Pharma) and all standard 1D |
| 2D Barcodes | PDF417, DataMatrix, QR Code, Aztec, MaxiCode, DotCode, Dotted DataMatrix, SecurPharm, Postal |
| Special Capabilities | Digimarc · OCR · Multi-Code · Direct Decode Indicator |
| Interface | Multi-interface — USB / RS-232 / Keyboard Wedge (cable sold separately) |
| Housing | Disinfectant-ready · Concealed screw holes and seams · Widest range of approved disinfectants |
| IP Rating | IP52 · Double-sealed optical system |
| Drop Resistance | 1.8 m (6 ft) to concrete |
| Colour | HC White |
| Warranty | 3 Years (standard) |
| In the Box | DS8108-HC scanner only — interface cable required (sold separately) |
BUYER'S GUIDE
For whom: Hospitals, clinics, pharmacies and healthcare systems deploying corded barcode scanners at the point of care — particularly environments requiring silent operation (ICU, NICU, night shifts), strict infection control protocols, or UDI compliance workflows.
Real reason to buy: Every detail matters in clinical environments. The vibration motor means a confirmed scan without a beep waking a sleeping patient. The concealed housing seams mean bacteria have nowhere to hide after a wipe-down. The green aimer means it can go anywhere in the hospital, including the NICU.
Know before you buy: Scanner Only SKU — no interface cable is included. The standard USB shielded cable CBA-U21-S07ZBR is compatible; order separately. If you need a complete USB kit, verify the HC-specific USB kit SKU with your Zebra reseller.
Verdict: The DS8108-HC is not a retail scanner adapted for healthcare — it is purpose-built from the ground up for clinical workflows. If patient safety, infection control and clinician productivity are priorities, this is the right scanner. Backed by a 3-year warranty.