Compact IP65 industrial barcode scanner with liquid-lens autofocus, DPM reading, 40–300 mm working distance and industrial Ethernet protocols

The ZEBEX ZX-1060 is a compact fixed industrial barcode scanner designed for automated barcode and Direct Part Marking (DPM) reading applications.

It combines liquid-lens autofocus, a 1288 × 1088 global-shutter CMOS sensor, polarized white illumination and a working distance of approximately 40 mm to 300 mm.

The scanner is designed to decode conventional 1D and 2D barcodes as well as challenging DPM codes, including hollow dot matrix, hole array, curved DPM and pin-collision DPM codes.

Its compact 47 × 25 × 43 mm housing and IP65 environmental sealing make the ZX-1060 particularly relevant where a fixed scanner needs to be integrated into machinery, production equipment or confined industrial spaces.

Key Features

• Liquid-lens autofocus for fast and precise focusing
• Approximately 40–300 mm working distance
• 1288 × 1088 global-shutter CMOS image sensor
• Polarized white-light illumination
• Supports standard 1D and 2D barcode decoding
• Designed to support challenging DPM barcode reading
• Wide field of view for industrial scanning
• RS-232 and Ethernet connectivity
• Multiple industrial communication protocols
• IP65 environmental sealing
• Compact 47 × 25 × 43 mm enclosure
• Approximately 100 g weight
• 24 VDC input
• One-key adjustment function for production setup

These capabilities are identified in the supplied ZEBEX preliminary datasheet.

What Is the ZEBEX ZX-1060 Designed For?

The ZX-1060 is intended for fixed industrial data-capture applications where barcodes need to be automatically identified as products, components or materials move through an operational process.

Unlike a conventional handheld barcode scanner, a fixed industrial scanner is normally installed at a defined position within equipment, machinery or a workstation.

The supplied ZEBEX material specifically identifies applications including:

• Factory automation
• Car factory applications
• Inventory management

Actual suitability depends on the barcode, marking method, working distance, installation geometry, communications requirements and operating environment.

DPM Barcode Reading

One of the important capabilities of the ZX-1060 is its support for Direct Part Marking (DPM) applications.

DPM codes can be applied directly to components rather than printed on conventional labels. Depending on the manufacturing process, these markings may present more difficult reading conditions than ordinary printed barcodes.

According to ZEBEX, the ZX-1060's autofocus system is intended to support difficult code types including:

• Hollow dot matrix
• Hole array
• Curved DPM
• Pin-collision DPM codes

Because DPM performance depends heavily on the marking surface, contrast, code quality, illumination, angle and distance, buyers should evaluate the actual application rather than assume that every DPM marking will produce identical results.

Liquid-Lens Autofocus

The ZX-1060 uses liquid-lens autofocus technology.

ZEBEX states that the autofocus system can achieve fast and precise focusing using a small number of sampled images, helping the scanner obtain sharp images for decoding challenging codes.

The approximately 40–300 mm depth-of-field range provides flexibility for applications where barcode position or component dimensions can vary.

Imaging System

Optical System: 1288 × 1088 CMOS
Shutter Type: Global shutter, according to the product description
Illumination: Polarized white light
Typical Field of View: 192 × 120 mm at 300 mm
Depth of Field: 40–300 mm, autofocus
Indicator: 2 green lights

A global-shutter imaging system can be useful in industrial machine-vision and barcode-reading environments where image capture occurs while objects are moving.

Supported 1D Barcodes

The supplied ZEBEX datasheet lists support for:

• Code 39
• Code 93
• Code 128
• EAN-8
• EAN-13
• Interleaved 2 of 5
• UPC
• Pharmacode

Supported 2D Barcodes

Supported 2D symbologies listed by ZEBEX include:

• QR Code
• Data Matrix
• MicroQR
• PDF417

Barcode readability depends on factors such as code dimensions, quality, contrast, surface, orientation and installation conditions.

Industrial Communication Interfaces

The ZX-1060 provides RS-232 and Ethernet communication and supports several industrial protocols.

The supplied datasheet lists:

• TCP Server
• TCP Client
• Modbus TCP
• Modbus RTU
• Profinet
• Ethernet/IP
• MEMSEC/SLMP
• FINS
• Serial

This makes the scanner relevant to industrial environments where barcode data needs to communicate with automation or control infrastructure.

System compatibility and protocol configuration should always be confirmed against the intended PLC, controller, software or automation architecture before deployment.

Simplified Industrial Installation

ZEBEX describes the ZX-1060 as having an integrated cable combining:

• Power
• Ethernet
• Serial communication
• I/O trigger lines

into a consolidated connection arrangement intended to simplify installation and reduce setup complexity.

The compact enclosure can also help when installation space inside machinery is limited.

Physical Characteristics

Dimensions: 47 × 25 × 43 mm
Weight: Approximately 100 g
Environmental Sealing: IP65

Its small physical footprint makes the ZX-1060 suitable for consideration in compact machine and automation installations where available mounting space is limited.

Power Requirements

Input Voltage: 24 VDC
Power Consumption: 5 W

Power and wiring requirements should be checked against the intended installation before commissioning.

Environmental Specifications

Operating Temperature: 0°C to 45°C
Storage Temperature: -20°C to 70°C
Humidity: 5% to 95% RH, non-condensing
Environmental Sealing: IP65

The IP65 rating provides protection appropriate to the manufacturer's stated classification, but it should not be interpreted as suitability for every outdoor, washdown or hazardous environment.

Regulatory Information

The preliminary ZEBEX datasheet lists the following EMC/regulatory markings:

• CE
• FCC
• VCCI
• BSMI
• UKCA

Certification requirements for a specific project or jurisdiction should be confirmed before procurement.

Applications

The ZEBEX ZX-1060 may be considered for applications such as:

• Factory automation
• Production-line barcode reading
• DPM identification
• Component traceability
• Automotive production
• Inventory identification
• Automated product identification
• Machine-integrated barcode scanning

Suitability should be determined based on the actual code, surface, scanning distance, movement, communication protocol and installation environment.

How to Select a Fixed Industrial Scanner

Before selecting the ZX-1060 for an automation project, it is helpful to confirm:

• Barcode type
• 1D, 2D or DPM requirement
• DPM marking method
• Minimum and maximum code dimensions
• Working distance
• Object movement and speed
• Available installation space
• Required field of view
• Trigger method
• Ethernet or serial communication requirement
• Required industrial protocol
• PLC/controller compatibility
• Ambient lighting
• Operating temperature
• Dust and moisture exposure

For DPM applications in particular, testing with representative samples is preferable where practical.

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FAQ - ZEBEX ZX-1060

Q: Can the ZEBEX ZX-1060 read DPM barcodes?
A: Yes. ZEBEX specifically identifies DPM barcode reading as a capability of the ZX-1060 and references difficult markings including hollow dot matrix, hole array, curved DPM and pin-collision DPM codes. Actual reading performance depends on the marking and application conditions.

Q: What is the working distance of the ZEBEX ZX-1060?
A: The supplied preliminary datasheet specifies an autofocus depth of field of approximately 40 mm to 300 mm.

Q: Which industrial communication protocols does the ZX-1060 support?
A: ZEBEX lists RS-232 and Ethernet together with TCP Server, TCP Client, Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, Profinet, Ethernet/IP, MEMSEC/SLMP, FINS and Serial communication. Compatibility with the intended automation system should be verified before deployment.

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Product information on this page is based on the preliminary ZEBEX ZX-1060 datasheet supplied for this listing. The manufacturer states that product availability and specifications depend on territory and market strategy and are subject to change without prior notice.

Industrial automation, PLC communication and DPM applications can vary considerably. Buyers should verify barcode characteristics, working distance, communication protocol, electrical requirements and system compatibility before deployment.

Last Updated: 20 August 2026  (GST, UTC+4)