Zebra LI3608-SR | Ultra-Rugged 1D Corded Barcode Scanner | USB Kit | IP67 | Industrial Green
Zebra LI3608-SR
Ultra-Rugged 1D Corded Barcode Scanner — USB Kit | IP67 | Industrial Green — LI3608-SR3U4600VZW
The Zebra LI3608-SR is the most rugged 1D corded barcode scanner in its class. Part of the Zebra 3600 Ultra-Rugged Series, it is built for the demands of warehouses, manufacturing floors, and logistics operations where scanners take daily punishment. The LI3608-SR reads any 1D barcode at lightning speed — even on damaged, dirty, or shrink-wrapped labels — and is rated IP67 for full dust and water protection. This USB kit (LI3608-SR3U4600VZW) includes the scanner, a 7-foot shielded high-current USB cable, and vibration motor feedback.
Key Specifications
| Barcode Type | 1D linear imager (Code 39, Code 128, Code 93, UPC/EAN, GS1 DataBar and more) |
| Connectivity | Corded USB (also supports RS232, Keyboard Wedge) |
| Scan Range | Standard Range — up to ~42 in (107 cm), 30% more range than competing devices |
| Sealing | IP65 and IP67 — dustproof, sprayproof, submersible up to 30 min |
| Drop Specification | Survives multiple 8 ft / 2.4 m drops to concrete; 5,000 tumble cycles |
| Operating Temperature | -30°C to 50°C (-22°F to 122°F) — freezer rated |
| Humidity | 5% to 95% condensing |
| Feedback Modes | Vibration motor, red/green LEDs, audible beep (mix and match) |
| Aiming | Industry's sharpest, brightest aiming pattern for first-time accurate capture |
| Management | Zebra DataCapture DNA — 123Scan2, Scanner Management Service (SMS), remote firmware updates |
| Dimensions (H×W×D) | 18.5 × 7.6 × 13.2 cm (7.3 × 3.0 × 5.2 in) |
| Weight | 287 g (10.1 oz) |
| Color | Industrial Green |
| Kit Contents | LI3608-SR scanner + 7 ft shielded high-current USB cable (CBA-U46-S07ZAR) + vibration motor |
| Part Number | LI3608-SR3U4600VZW |
| EAN | 4016139084626 |
Ideal For
The LI3608-SR excels in warehouse picking and packing, shipping and receiving, work-in-progress tracking, near-field 1D reading, and cold storage/freezer environments. Its corded USB design ensures continuous operation with no battery downtime.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. The LI3608-SR is a 1D linear imager only. For 2D/QR scanning in the same rugged form factor, the Zebra DS3608-SR is the direct equivalent with added 2D capability.
Both IP65 and IP67 rated — fully submersible for up to 30 minutes and safe against high-pressure water jets. Safe to hose down for cleaning in food, pharma, or industrial settings.
Yes. The advanced linear imager is specifically engineered to read through heavy shrink-wrap and on damaged, dirty, or poorly printed labels — conditions where standard scanners typically fail.
Via Zebra's DataCapture DNA platform — 123Scan2 for quick single-device setup and Scanner Management Service (SMS) for remote configuration and firmware updates across the entire enterprise fleet.
Buyer's Guide
The LI3608-SR is not a general-purpose office scanner — it's purpose-built for industrial punishment. The 23% higher drop spec vs. competitors, IP67 sealing, and freezer-rated operating range (-30°C) put it in a category most 1D scanners can't reach. The corded design eliminates battery management entirely, which matters in high-throughput shift environments.
Choose the LI3608-SR if: your operation scans exclusively 1D barcodes in harsh, wet, or cold environments. For 2D/QR capability in the same rugged body, choose the DS3608-SR. For cordless freedom, choose the LI3678-SR.