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

Multiple Engine Options. One Proven Platform. From Kiosk to Conveyor to Full DPM Traceability.

The IFM152 Series delivers reliable fixed-mount 2D barcode scanning across industrial production lines, self-service kiosks, and DPM traceability applications. Available in four engine configurations — the cost-effective IFM1520J, the high-speed IFM1520M, the long-range IFM1520ML, and the DPM-specialist IFM1521L — the series combines rugged aluminum housing with plug-and-play multi-interface support to meet every embedded scanning challenge from basic kiosk integration to demanding industrial DPM code reading.
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Key Features: Industrial Durability, High-Speed Accuracy, DPM Expertise & Versatile Integration

Multiple Engine Configurations on One Platform

From cost-effective (IFM1520J) to high-speed (IFM1520M / ML) and DPM-specialist (IFM1521L) — all sharing the same rugged aluminum enclosure, allowing OEM customers to upgrade engines without redesigning their mechanical integration.

3.0 m/sec Motion Tolerance (IFM1520M / IFM1520ML)

Captures barcodes on fast-moving conveyor items without missed scans, keeping high-throughput production lines running at full speed.

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

Choose the right depth of field for your installation requirements — the long-range IFM1520ML extends to 500mm for maximum mounting flexibility.

White LED DPM Code Reading (IFM1521L)

Equipped with a dedicated White LED illumination and purpose-built 2D engine, the IFM1521L delivers professional-grade reading of laser-engraved and dot-peen DPM codes for full industrial part traceability.

Auto-Sensing Presentation Mode (IFM1521L)

Supports hands-free automatic barcode detection up to 200mm, ideal for high-traffic ticket gates, vending machines, and stadium or leisure facility access points.

Rugged Aluminum Housing for 24/7 Operation

Withstands vibration, heat, and continuous industrial use, delivering long-term reliability across all four IFM152 Series models in the toughest environments.

Plug-and-Play Multi-Interface Connectivity

Supports USB HID, USB-Serial, and RS232 with no driver installation required, cutting integration time for OEM and system integrator projects across all models.

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 (upon Request), RS232 (upon Request)
Electrical
Input Voltage5V/DC ± 5%
Operating Current≧ 300 mA
Physical
Dimensions (LxWxH)60 x 54 x 30 mm
Weight184g ± 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
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, ISNN, 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 (upon Request), RS232 (upon 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)
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 39 45mm - 100mm
5 mil Code 39 45mm - 135mm
13 mil EAN 1350mm - 260mm
6.67 mil PDF41735mm - 120mm
10 mil DataMatrix 30mm - 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):
Reliably reads barcodes on products moving at up to 3.0 m/sec, virtually eliminating missed scans. IFM1520ML extends depth of field to 500mm for maximum installation flexibility on deep-chassis equipment.

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 dedicated 2D engine deliver reliable reading of laser-engraved and dot-peen DPM codes directly on metal or plastic parts, enabling full lifecycle 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 OEM Integration with Auto-Sensing Option:
USB HID support with no driver installation. IFM1521L adds auto-sensing presentation mode (up to 200mm) for hands-free ticket and QR code reading in high-traffic public environments.

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):
The auto-sensing mode enables fast, contactless ticket scanning without operator assistance, reducing queue time and improving visitor flow at high-traffic entry points.

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

Reliable 2D Scanning at Optimal Cost (IFM1520J):
The IFM1520J delivers dependable reading of standard 1D and 2D barcodes in a rugged aluminum housing, offering the best cost-to-performance ratio for budget-conscious kiosk and retail integration projects.

OEM Custom Integration

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

One Platform, Maximum Flexibility:
All IFM152 models share the same aluminum enclosure, allowing OEM customers to specify the right engine per project without mechanical redesign. Supports USB HID, USB-Serial, and RS232. Optional customization available upon MOQ.

The OEM Integrator's Scalable Scanning Platform

The IFM152 Series gives OEM manufacturers and system integrators a single rugged platform that scales from cost-effective kiosk scanning (IFM1520J) to high-speed conveyor reading (IFM1520M / IFM1520ML) and full professional DPM traceability (IFM1521L). One platform. Four engines. Every application covered.

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