Socket Mobile Introduces World's Smallest, Most Affordable Direct Part Mark (DPM) Barcode Scanner
Socket Mobile has launched the DuraScan D764, positioning it as the world's smallest, lightest, and most affordable Direct Part Mark (DPM) barcode scanner. This innovative device is specifically designed for scanning permanent markings etched directly onto components in industries like healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, and electronics.
The D764 excels at reading DPM codes applied through various methods including dot peen, laser etching, and chemical etching on different surfaces. It features wireless Bluetooth connectivity for seamless pairing with iPhones, iPads, and other mobile devices, eliminating the need for cables.
Key features include:
- Compatibility with both DPM and standard 1D/2D barcodes
- Durable construction for daily industrial use
- Integration with Socket Mobile's CaptureSDK
- MSRP of $999
The product will be available through distribution partners in June, offering businesses a portable solution for component verification and asset tracking in challenging environments.
Socket Mobile ha lanciato il DuraScan D764, presentandolo come il più piccolo, leggero e conveniente scanner di codici a barre Direct Part Mark (DPM) al mondo. Questo dispositivo innovativo è progettato specificamente per la lettura di marcature permanenti incise direttamente sui componenti in settori come sanità, manifatturiero, automotive ed elettronica.
Il D764 eccelle nella lettura di codici DPM applicati con diverse tecniche, tra cui puntinatura a percussione, incisione laser e chimica su varie superfici. Dispone di connettività Bluetooth wireless per un facile abbinamento con iPhone, iPad e altri dispositivi mobili, eliminando l’uso di cavi.
Caratteristiche principali includono:
- Compatibilità sia con codici DPM che con codici a barre 1D/2D standard
- Struttura robusta per l’uso quotidiano in ambienti industriali
- Integrazione con CaptureSDK di Socket Mobile
- Prezzo consigliato di 999 dollari
Il prodotto sarà disponibile tramite partner distributivi a partire da giugno, offrendo alle aziende una soluzione portatile per la verifica dei componenti e il tracciamento degli asset in ambienti difficili.
Socket Mobile ha lanzado el DuraScan D764, posicionándolo como el escáner de códigos de barras Direct Part Mark (DPM) más pequeño, ligero y asequible del mundo. Este dispositivo innovador está diseñado específicamente para escanear marcas permanentes grabadas directamente en componentes en industrias como la salud, manufactura, automotriz y electrónica.
El D764 destaca en la lectura de códigos DPM aplicados mediante diversos métodos, incluyendo punteado, grabado láser y grabado químico sobre diferentes superficies. Cuenta con conectividad Bluetooth inalámbrica para emparejamiento sencillo con iPhones, iPads y otros dispositivos móviles, eliminando la necesidad de cables.
Características clave incluyen:
- Compatibilidad con códigos DPM y códigos de barras 1D/2D estándar
- Construcción duradera para uso industrial diario
- Integración con CaptureSDK de Socket Mobile
- Precio de venta sugerido de 999 dólares
El producto estará disponible a través de socios de distribución en junio, ofreciendo a las empresas una solución portátil para la verificación de componentes y el seguimiento de activos en entornos exigentes.
Socket Mobile이 세계에서 가장 작고 가볍고 경제적인 직접 부품 마크(DPM) 바코드 스캐너인 DuraScan D764를 출시했습니다. 이 혁신적인 장치는 의료, 제조, 자동차, 전자 산업 등에서 부품에 직접 새겨진 영구 마크를 스캔하도록 특별히 설계되었습니다.
D764는 점타법, 레이저 에칭, 화학 에칭 등 다양한 방식으로 적용된 DPM 코드를 우수하게 읽어냅니다. 또한 아이폰, 아이패드 및 기타 모바일 기기와 무선 블루투스 연결을 지원하여 케이블 없이 간편하게 페어링할 수 있습니다.
주요 특징은 다음과 같습니다:
- DPM 및 표준 1D/2D 바코드 모두 호환
- 일상적인 산업 환경에 적합한 내구성 있는 설계
- Socket Mobile의 CaptureSDK와 통합
- 권장 소매가 999달러
이 제품은 6월부터 유통 파트너를 통해 제공되어, 까다로운 환경에서 부품 검증 및 자산 추적을 위한 휴대용 솔루션을 기업에 제공합니다.
Socket Mobile a lancé le DuraScan D764, présenté comme le plus petit, le plus léger et le plus abordable des scanners de codes-barres Direct Part Mark (DPM) au monde. Cet appareil innovant est spécialement conçu pour scanner les marquages permanents gravés directement sur les composants dans des secteurs tels que la santé, la fabrication, l'automobile et l'électronique.
Le D764 excelle dans la lecture des codes DPM appliqués par différentes méthodes, notamment le poinçonnage par points, la gravure laser et la gravure chimique sur diverses surfaces. Il dispose d'une connectivité Bluetooth sans fil pour un appairage facile avec les iPhones, iPads et autres appareils mobiles, éliminant ainsi le besoin de câbles.
Les caractéristiques principales comprennent :
- Compatibilité avec les codes DPM et les codes-barres 1D/2D standards
- Construction robuste pour une utilisation industrielle quotidienne
- Intégration avec le CaptureSDK de Socket Mobile
- Prix conseillé de 999 dollars
Le produit sera disponible via des partenaires distributeurs en juin, offrant aux entreprises une solution portable pour la vérification des composants et le suivi des actifs dans des environnements exigeants.
Socket Mobile hat den DuraScan D764 auf den Markt gebracht, der als weltweit kleinster, leichtester und erschwinglichster Direct Part Mark (DPM) Barcode-Scanner positioniert wird. Dieses innovative Gerät ist speziell für das Scannen von dauerhaft auf Komponenten eingravierten Markierungen in Branchen wie Gesundheitswesen, Fertigung, Automobil und Elektronik entwickelt.
Der D764 überzeugt beim Lesen von DPM-Codes, die durch verschiedene Methoden wie Punktprägung, Lasergravur und chemische Ätzung auf unterschiedlichen Oberflächen angebracht werden. Er verfügt über eine drahtlose Bluetooth-Verbindung zur nahtlosen Kopplung mit iPhones, iPads und anderen mobilen Geräten, wodurch Kabel überflüssig werden.
Wichtige Merkmale sind:
- Kompatibilität mit DPM- und Standard-1D/2D-Barcodes
- Robuste Bauweise für den täglichen industriellen Einsatz
- Integration mit Socket Mobiles CaptureSDK
- UVP von 999 US-Dollar
Das Produkt wird ab Juni über Vertriebspartner erhältlich sein und bietet Unternehmen eine tragbare Lösung zur Komponentenprüfung und Asset-Verfolgung in anspruchsvollen Umgebungen.
- Launch of DuraScan D764 - world's smallest and most affordable DPM barcode scanner, expanding product portfolio
- Product compatible with existing applications using CaptureSDK, enabling immediate market deployment
- Versatile scanning capabilities covering both DPM and standard barcodes, reducing need for multiple devices
- Strategic positioning in healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, and electronics industries
- New revenue stream with MSRP of $999 per unit
- Product availability through distribution partners delayed until June
- High price point at $999 may limit mass market adoption
- Entering competitive market with established players in DPM scanning
Insights
Socket Mobile's new DPM scanner combines mobility and performance in an underserved niche, potentially strengthening their specialized market position.
Socket Mobile's DuraScan D764 represents a notable engineering achievement in the specialized Direct Part Mark (DPM) scanner segment. The company has successfully miniaturized DPM scanning technology—typically found in larger, tethered devices—into a portable Bluetooth form factor. This addresses a clear gap in the market where mobile professionals in healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, and electronics need to verify components in the field.
The device's technical capabilities are impressive for its size, handling challenging scanning scenarios including dot peen, laser etching, chemical etching, and inkjet markings across various materials. The versatility to also read standard barcodes means users won't need multiple devices, providing operational efficiency.
What's particularly significant is the iOS and mobile device compatibility. While industrial scanning has traditionally been dominated by Windows-based systems, Socket Mobile's approach aligns with the growing enterprise adoption of iOS devices. The
The integration with Socket Mobile's CaptureSDK ensures backward compatibility with existing applications, reducing friction for adoption. This product addresses a specific vertical market need rather than attempting to compete in the crowded general-purpose scanner space—a smart strategic decision for a smaller player like Socket Mobile.
New scanner enhances Socket Mobile's product portfolio but financial impact remains unclear without market size or revenue projections.
Socket Mobile's (NASDAQ: SCKT) launch of the DuraScan D764 strategically positions the company in a specialized industrial niche with potentially favorable margins. The
The company's emphasis on being the "smallest, lightest, and most affordable" in this category suggests a competitive pricing strategy to gain market share in the DPM scanning segment. By addressing mobility needs in industries like healthcare and manufacturing, Socket Mobile is targeting sectors with strict traceability requirements and compliance mandates—factors that typically support sustained demand and reduce price sensitivity.
From a business model perspective, the CaptureSDK integration creates potential for ecosystem lock-in, as applications developed using their SDK become part of their technology stack. This software component adds strategic value beyond the hardware itself.
While this launch demonstrates Socket Mobile's continued innovation and market responsiveness, the press release provides no projections regarding expected sales volumes, market size, or revenue contribution. Without these metrics, it's difficult to assess the potential materiality of this product to Socket Mobile's overall financial performance, particularly given the specialized nature of DPM scanning applications.
The DuraScan product family is recognized for its reliable iOS compatibility, durable yet portable design, and versatile scanning across industries. The new D764 continues this tradition with a focused solution for Direct Part Mark (DPM) barcode scanning, ideal for industries requiring precise and reliable traceability. Purpose-built for mobile use, the D764 delivers professional-grade performance in a compact, cable-free form factor that pairs seamlessly with iPhones, iPads, and other Bluetooth-enabled mobile devices.
DPM barcodes are permanent markings etched directly onto components and surfaces, common in industries like healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, and electronics. These marks are notoriously difficult to read due to surface irregularities, low contrast, or small sizes. The DuraScan D764 is specifically engineered to overcome these challenges, offering high-performance scanning of DPM codes applied via dot peen, laser etching, chemical etching, or inkjet. It accurately reads barcodes etched into metal, plastic, and curved or textured surfaces—making it ideal for medical tools, surgical instruments, electronic components, and other critical assets. With the D764, users can confidently scan these complex marks and verify components on the go, even in challenging environments.
"With the launch of the D764, we're redefining what's possible for mobile DPM scanning," said Dave Holmes, Chief Business Officer at Socket Mobile. "It's the smallest, lightest, and most affordable DPM scanner on the market—designed specifically for mobile use, without the bulk, cables, or cost of traditional scanners. Our customers can now deploy high-performance DPM scanning applications on iPhones, iPads, and other mobile devices with ease, making traceability more flexible and accessible than ever before. With a durable, ergonomic design, the D764 represents a breakthrough in DPM scanning that combines performance, mobility, and affordability in one compact device."
In addition to reading DPM barcodes, the D764 also supports very small and standard 1D and 2D barcodes, including worn, low-contrast, or poorly printed labels—giving businesses end-to-end traceability without needing multiple devices. This versatility allows teams to manage inventory, validate components, and track assets all with a single, unified scanner.
Socket Mobile's D764 easily integrates with iPhones, iPads, and other Bluetooth-enabled mobile devices, eliminating the need for cumbersome cables and enabling wireless freedom in the field or on the production floor. The D764 features durable construction built to withstand rigorous daily use, while its versatile working range allows users to scan barcodes from various distances. When used with a mobile application integrated via Socket Mobile's CaptureSDK, the scanner provides a complete solution for verifying and tracking DPM-coded components in real time.
The D764 is fully compatible with all existing applications that use the latest version of Socket Mobile's CaptureSDK and can be evaluated immediately without any additional work. Application developers who do not yet support Socket Mobile's expansive range of data capture devices can do so with CaptureSDK. CaptureSDK gives app providers reliable and consistent data capture performance, enabling their apps to capture data efficiently in the physical world. By integrating CaptureSDK, app providers can maximize the value of their solution and increase their customer's overall productivity and satisfaction. CaptureSDK-enabled apps allow end-users to interchange any of Socket Mobile's data capture devices, giving them the freedom to choose the best reader for their needs at any given time.
The DuraScan D764 is available now on the Socket Mobile website and will be available through distribution partners in June, with an MSRP of
Media Contact: David Holmes, David.holmes@socketmobile.com
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