Industrial handheld barcode reader Cognex DM8700 DQ

Technical specifications

Model selection

DM8700 DQ model; corded/wireless configuration and orderable article must be confirmed for quotation.

Imager

1440 × 1080 pixels; 1/3-inch CMOS; 3.45 μm pixels.

Code reading

1D and 2D codes, including Data Matrix and QR; reading distance depends on code and configuration.

Illumination

DQ: diffuse white illumination. Not the DX polarized/direct/diffuse lighting configuration.

Communication

USB, RS-232 or Ethernet via selected module; wireless options depend on reader and base station.

Wireless firmware limit

Wi-Fi supported only with firmware 6.2.8 SR4 or earlier; Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are not simultaneous.

Operating environment

0–40 °C; indoor use; humidity below 95%, non-condensing; reader IP67, not base station rating.

Weight

DQ corded 395 g plus approximately 132 g cable; DQ wireless 479 g including battery.

Supply selection

Serial/USB 5.5 V DC, maximum 6 W; Ethernet Class 2 PoE; wireless 3.6 V / 5000 mAh battery. Confirm selected module and accessories.

Thermal application limit

Continuous high-rate triggering can cause overheating below maximum ambient temperature; review application duty cycle.

Documents / datasheets

Source reviewed: 2026-10-14

Description

Industrial handheld barcode reader for engineering selection. Check the manufacturer's documentation for the ordered variant, options and installation conditions.