IFM152 Series
Fixed-Mount 2D Barcode Scanner for Industrial, Kiosk, DPM & OEM Integration

Multiple Engine Options on One Platform: From Kiosk to Conveyor to DPM Reading

The IFM152 Series delivers fixed-mount 2D barcode scanning across industrial production lines, self-service kiosks, and DPM traceability applications. Available in four engine configurations, the entry-level IFM1520J, the high-speed IFM1520M, the long-range IFM1520ML, and the DPM-specialist IFM1521L, the series combines a rugged aluminum housing with plug-and-play USB HID support and optional USB-Serial and RS232 interfaces, to meet embedded scanning needs from basic kiosk integration to industrial conveyor and DPM code reading.
IFM152 Series fixed-mount 2D barcode scanner with stand, angle view 1
IFM152 Series fixed-mount 2D barcode scanner with stand, angle view 2
IFM152 Series fixed-mount 2D barcode scanner with stand, angle view 3
IFM152 Series fixed-mount 2D barcode scanner with stand, angle view 4
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Key Features: Industrial Durability, High-Speed Accuracy, DPM Expertise & Versatile Integration

Multiple Engine Configurations on One Platform

From entry-level (IFM1520J) to high-speed (IFM1520M / ML) and DPM-specialist (IFM1521L), all in the same 60 x 54 x 30 mm aluminum and ABS housing, which can simplify mechanical integration when OEM customers change engines.

3.0 m/sec Motion Tolerance (IFM1520M / IFM1520ML)

Designed to read barcodes on fast-moving conveyor items at up to 3.0 m/sec, helping keep high-throughput production lines running.

Flexible Depth of Field: 240mm (IFM1520M) / 500mm (IFM1520ML) / 260mm (IFM1521L)

Choose the depth of field that fits your installation. The long-range IFM1520ML reaches 500mm (13 mil UPC-A) for greater mounting flexibility.

White LED DPM Code Reading (IFM1521L)

Equipped with white LED illumination and a 2D imager, the IFM1521L delivers professional-grade reading of laser-engraved and dot-peen DPM codes for industrial part traceability.

Auto-Sensing Presentation Mode (IFM1521L)

Hands-free automatic barcode detection up to 200mm, suited to ticket gates, vending machines, and stadium or leisure facility access points.

Rugged Aluminum Housing for Industrial Installations

A compact 60 x 54 x 30 mm housing in aluminum and ABS plastic, supplied with a stand and cable, for production lines, ATMs, and kiosks.

USB HID Plug-and-Play with Optional Serial Interfaces

USB HID is standard, with USB-Serial and RS232 available by request, which can shorten integration time for OEM and system integrator projects.

Technical Specifications

Model NameIFM1520M/ IFM1520ML
DescriptionIndustrial 2D Fixed-Mount Scanner
Scan EngineHigh Speed 2D Engine
Scan ModePresentation Mode
Motion Tolerance3.0m/ sec
Performance
Light Source620nm Red LED
Scan Speed60 Frames/ sec
Depth of Field13 mil UPC-A: (IFM1520M) 240 mm, (IFM1520ML) 500 mm
Image SensorCMOS (1280×1024 pixels)
Best Resolution1D (3 mil): Code 39
Scan AngleTilt: 360° / Pitch ±60° / Skew ±70°
Print Contrast≥ 20%
IndicatorsLED & Beeper
Supported Symbologies1D: EAN-8, EAN-13, ISSN, ISBN, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 11, Code 32, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, Codabar, Industrial 2 of 5, Interleaved 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5, GS1-128, GS1 Databar, GS1 DataBar Limited, GS1 DataBar Expanded
2D: PDF417, Micro PDF417, QR Code, Micro QR Code, DataMatrix, Aztec
InterfaceUSB HID, USB-Serial (by Request), RS232 (by Request)
Electrical
Input Voltage5V/DC ± 5%
Operating Current≧ 300 mA
Physical
Dimensions (LxWxH)60 x 54 x 30 mm
WeightIFM1520M: 182g ± 5g
IFM1520ML: 184g ± 5g
(with Cable and Stand)
Case MaterialAluminum & ABS plastic
Environmental
Operating Temperature0°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature-10°C to 60°C
Operating Humidity5% to 95% Relative Humidity, Non-Condensing
Ambient Light0~70,000 Lux (Total Darkness~ Bright Sunlight)
Decoding ZoneMeasured at 600 lux with standard barcodes (PCS ≥ 90%). Tolerance: ±10 mm. Actual DOF may vary by barcode quality and ambient factors.
4 mil Code 39(0M) 30~130mm, (0ML) 100~200mm
5 mil Code 39(0M) 35~160mm, (0ML) 90~250mm
13 mil UPC-A(0M) 30~260mm, (0ML) 65~500mm
6.67 mil PDF417(0M) 25~160mm, (0ML) 100~220mm
10 mil DataMatrix(0M) 25~150mm, (0ML) 100~250mm
20 mil QR Code(0M) 25~250mm, (0ML) 45~400mm
Model NameIFM1521L
DescriptionIndustrial 2D Fixed-Mount Scanner
Scan Engine2D Imager
Scan ModeAuto Sensing up to 200mm
Motion Tolerance-
Performance
Light SourceWhite LED
Aiming LEDRed Light
Scan Speed-
Depth of Field13 mil EAN 13: 260 mm
Image SensorCMOS (640x480 pixels)
Best Resolution1D (3mil): Code 39, 2D (5mil): PDF417
Scan AngleTilt: 360° / Pitch ±60° / Skew ±60°
Print Contrast≥ 20%
IndicatorsLED & Beeper
Supported Symbologies1D: Code 128, EAN-13, EAN-8, Code 39, Trioptic Code 39, Full ASCII Code39, UPC-A, UPC-E, ISBN, ISSN, Codabar, Interleaved 2 of 5, Code 93, Code 32, Industrial 25, Matrix 2 of 5, Code11, GS1 Databar, Codablock A, Codablock F, GS1 DataBar Expanded, GS1 DataBar Limited, GS1 DataBar Omnidirectional, Pharma Code
2D: PDF 417, Micro PDF417, DataMatrix, QR Code, Micro QR Code, QR code URL, QR Code Multi-threshold, QR Code Dot Matrix, Aztec, Composite, Maxi Code, Dot-Code
InterfaceUSB HID, USB-Serial (by Request), RS232 (by Request)
Electrical
Input Voltage5V/DC ± 5%
Operating Current< 220 mA
Physical
Dimensions (LxWxH)60 x 54 x 30 mm
Weight182g ± 5g (with Cable and Stand; heavier with RS232)
Case MaterialAluminum & ABS plastic
Environmental
Operating Temperature-5°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature-15°C to 60°C
Operating Humidity5% to 95% Relative Humidity, Non-Condensing
Ambient Light0~100,000 Lux (Total Darkness~ Bright Sunlight)
Decoding ZoneMeasured at 600 lux with standard barcodes (PCS ≥ 90%). Tolerance: ±10 mm. Actual DOF may vary by barcode quality and ambient factors.
4 mil Code 3945mm - 100mm
5 mil Code 3945mm - 135mm
13 mil EAN 1350mm - 260mm
6.67 mil PDF41735mm - 120mm
10 mil DataMatrix30mm - 140mm
20 mil QR Code20mm - 240mm

Applications & Benefits: From Kiosk Integration to Industrial DPM Traceability

MarketSpecific Use CaseBenefit
Industrial Production Line & Conveyor System
  • Manufacturing assembly lines
  • Logistics sorting conveyors
  • Warehouse automation

High-Speed Reading at 3.0 m/sec (IFM1520M / ML):
Reads barcodes on products moving at up to 3.0 m/sec, helping reduce missed scans. The IFM1520ML extends depth of field to 500mm for deep-chassis equipment.

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Automotive & Electronics DPM Traceability

Laser-engraved or dot-peen marked automotive parts, PCBs, and precision electronic components requiring permanent traceability.

Professional DPM Code Reading (IFM1521L):
The white LED illumination and 2D imager of the IFM1521L read laser-engraved and dot-peen DPM codes directly on metal or plastic parts, supporting part traceability without paper labels.

Self-Service Kiosk, ATM & Ticket System
  • Ticket barriers
  • Gate entry verification
  • Vending machines
  • Lottery terminals
  • Compact banking kiosks

Plug-and-Play Integration with Auto-Sensing Option:
USB HID plug-and-play. The IFM1521L adds auto-sensing (up to 200mm) for hands-free ticket and QR code reading in high-traffic public environments.

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Stadium, Leisure Parks & Entertainment Venues
  • Ticket scanning at entry gates
  • Access control systems
  • Cashless payment terminals at stadiums, theme parks, and leisure facilities

Hands-Free Auto-Sensing for High-Traffic Entry (IFM1521L):
Auto-sensing enables fast ticket scanning without operator assistance, helping reduce queue time and keep visitors moving at busy entry points.

Document Handling, Price Checkers & General Kiosk
  • Document processing stations
  • Price verification terminals
  • Retail scanning counters with standard budget requirements

Entry-Level 2D Scanning (IFM1520J):
The IFM1520J reads standard 1D and 2D barcodes in the same compact aluminum housing, a cost-effective choice for budget-conscious kiosk and retail integration projects.

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OEM Custom Integration

Any OEM or SI project requiring embedded barcode scanning with flexible interface options across different performance tiers.

One Platform, Flexible Options:
All IFM152 models share the same housing size, which can simplify mechanical integration when specifying a different engine per project. USB HID is standard; USB-Serial and RS232 are available by request. Optional customization available upon MOQ.

A Scalable Scanning Platform for OEMs and System Integrators

The IFM152 Series gives OEM manufacturers and system integrators a single compact platform that scales from entry-level kiosk scanning (IFM1520J) to high-speed conveyor reading (IFM1520M / IFM1520ML) and DPM code reading (IFM1521L). One platform, four engine options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which IFM152 model should I choose?
The IFM1520M reads moving items at up to 3.0 m/sec with a 240 mm depth of field (13 mil UPC-A). The IFM1520ML extends the depth of field to 500 mm. The IFM1521L adds auto-sensing up to 200 mm for kiosks and ticket gates, and reads DPM codes. The IFM1520J is the entry-level option for kiosks and retail counters.

Can it read barcodes on a moving conveyor?
The IFM1520M and IFM1520ML have a motion tolerance of 3.0 m/sec and a scan speed of 60 frames per second.

Which interfaces are supported?
USB HID is standard. USB-Serial and RS232 are available by request. All models run on 5V DC.

Does the IFM152 Series read DPM codes?
Yes. The IFM1521L reads laser-engraved and dot-peen DPM codes directly on parts, using white LED illumination.

How far can it read?
Measured at 600 lux with standard barcodes: the IFM1520M reads a 13 mil UPC-A from 30 to 260 mm, the IFM1520ML from 65 to 500 mm, and the IFM1521L reads a 13 mil EAN-13 from 50 to 260 mm (tolerance ±10 mm). Actual range varies with barcode quality and ambient conditions.

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Related fixed-mount and kiosk scanners: MFM110 Series, MFM120 Series, IFM140 Series, SKS222 Series. For more on factory-floor scanning, read How Industry 4.0 Is Reshaping Barcode Scanning on the Factory Floor, or use The Complete Buyer's Checklist to compare options.

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