Zebra RS5000 | Corded 1D/2D Ring Scanner | Short Cable | For WT6000 (Scanner + Cable Incl.)
The Zebra RS5000 is a corded ring scanner purpose-built to work with the Zebra WT6000 wearable terminal. It connects via a short communication cable, delivering 1D and 2D barcode scanning without occupying a hand or requiring a separate battery. Whether you're picking orders, verifying shipments, or managing inventory on a busy warehouse floor, the RS5000 keeps your workflow uninterrupted.
The RS5000 mounts on the index finger via a finger mount and connects directly to the WT6000 wearable terminal. Power comes from the terminal itself — no battery to charge, no pairing process, no downtime between shifts.
Equipped with a 2D area imager that reliably reads 1D barcodes, 2D QR codes, Data Matrix, and PDF417. Handles standard warehouse labels, GS1 barcodes, and damaged or low-contrast codes without difficulty.
IP65-sealed against dust and water jets. Survives repeated 4 ft (1.2 m) drops to concrete and withstands 1,000 tumble cycles. Operates reliably in temperatures from -20°C to 50°C.
The short cable is engineered specifically for the WT6000's connector, keeping the cable out of the way during fast-paced picking. The finger trigger allows one-handed scan activation without interrupting the task at hand.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | RS5000-LCFSWR |
| Scan Engine | 2D Area Imager (1D & 2D) |
| Connection | Corded — short cable to Zebra WT6000 |
| Power | Via WT6000 terminal (no battery) |
| IP Rating | IP65 |
| Drop Spec | 4 ft (1.2 m) to concrete |
| Tumble Spec | 1,000 cycles at 1.6 ft (0.5 m) |
| Operating Temp | -20°C to 50°C |
| Mounting | Finger mount (index finger) |
| Trigger | Finger trigger |
| Compatible Terminal | Zebra WT6000 only |
| Kit Contents | Scanner + finger mount + finger trigger + communication cable |
Does the RS5000 work without the WT6000?
No — it is a corded ring scanner designed exclusively for the Zebra WT6000 wearable terminal. It cannot be used as a standalone scanner or connected via Bluetooth.
Does it need charging?
No. The RS5000 draws power directly from the WT6000 through the communication cable. There is no battery in the scanner itself.
What barcodes does it read?
All common 1D barcodes (Code 128, Code 39, EAN, UPC, etc.) and 2D codes including QR Code, Data Matrix, and PDF417.
Is it suitable for cold storage?
Yes — the RS5000 operates down to -20°C, making it suitable for freezer and cold store environments.
The RS5000 is the right choice when your team already uses Zebra WT6000 wearable terminals and you want a ring scanner that requires zero battery management. Because it's corded and powered by the terminal, there are no ring scanner batteries to track, charge, or replace — a real advantage in high-turnover warehouse environments.
When to choose the RS5000:
- You're already running WT6000 terminals
- You want both hands free with no wireless complexity
- You need reliable scanning in cold, wet, or dusty environments
- You want to eliminate ring scanner battery charging from shift routines
When to consider alternatives:
- You need a standalone scanner without a wearable terminal
- You require Bluetooth or wireless freedom of movement
- Your terminal is not a Zebra WT6000