Newland FM430 Barracuda Specialty Scanner

It allows it to pick up on barcodes quickly, making it easy to use, even for inexperienced users.

The new FM430 Barracuda is Newland’s most aggressive and efficient fixed mount scanner to date, making it a strong all-round solution. It’s equipped with a megapixel camera that scans virtually any 1D and 2D barcode with impressive speed and ease.

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Description

Newland FM430 Barracuda – Specialty Fixed-Mount Scanner

Overview

The Newland FM430 Barracuda is a high-performance fixed-mount scanner built for kiosks, access control, vending, and industrial automation. With a megapixel imaging sensor, adaptive lighting, and advanced aiming options, it delivers fast and accurate scanning of both 1D and 2D barcodes, whether printed on paper, etched on products, or displayed on mobile screens.

Compact, rugged, and reliable, the FM430 ensures continuous operation in demanding environments. Its versatile modes, multiple interface support, and easy programmability make it a trusted choice for businesses needing unattended or embedded scanning.


Key Features

  • Megapixel Imaging: Captures small, dense, or complex barcodes with high precision.

  • 1D & 2D Support: Reads all major barcode symbologies including QR, PDF417, and Data Matrix.

  • Intelligent Illumination: IR and ambient light sensors automatically adjust brightness.

  • Aiming Options: Available with green LED or laser crosshair for accurate targeting.

  • Hands-Free & Trigger Modes: Supports auto-sense scanning or manual activation.

  • Compact Rugged Design: Small footprint with IP54 protection against dust and water.

  • Durability: Drop resistant up to 1.5 meters.

  • Interfaces: USB and RS-232 for flexible integration.

  • Programmable: Easy configuration and firmware updates with Newland tools.

  • Long Warranty: Backed by a 5-year manufacturer’s warranty.


Technical Specifications

Category Details
Image Sensor CMOS, 1280 × 800 pixels
Frame Rate 60 fps
Illumination White LED with IR sensor
Aiming Options 650 nm laser diode or 518 nm green LED
Symbologies (1D) EAN, UPC, Code 39, Code 128, ITF, MSI Plessey, Codabar
Symbologies (2D) QR, Data Matrix, PDF417, Aztec, Micro QR, Maxicode
Depth of Field EAN13 (13 mil): 55–360 mm; QR (15 mil): 40–210 mm; Code 39 (5 mil): 70–180 mm
Field of View 51° (H) × 32° (V)
Scan Angles Roll: 360°, Pitch: ±55°, Skew: ±55°
Minimum Print Contrast 25%
Voltage / Current 5 V DC ±5%; typical 277 mA
Interfaces USB, RS-232
Dimensions 41.5 × 49.5 × 24.3 mm
Weight 75 g
Operating Temp. –20 °C to +60 °C
Storage Temp. –40 °C to +70 °C
Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing
Drop Resistance 1.5 m
Sealing IP54 rated
ESD Tolerance ±14 kV (air), ±8 kV (contact)
Warranty 5 years

Applications

  • Kiosks & Vending Machines – Self-service, ticketing, payment validation.

  • Access Control – Secure entry and exit points.

  • Retail & Hospitality – Loyalty programs, digital coupon redemption.

  • Postal & Logistics – Label scanning and automation.

  • Industrial Automation – Production line and component tracking.

Additional information

Features

Megapixel camera.
The FM430 Barracuda is a barcode scanning powerhouse. No matter what type of barcode is presented, the megapixel camera allows users to scan 1D and 2D barcodes, including very small ones, with impressive speed and ease.

Snappy, also in less than perfect conditions.
A combination of the IR sensor and the light sensor helps to keep workers moving, even in low light conditions. Its strong, white light ensures barcodes are always well lit.

Handsfree or manual scanning.
Companies looking for automatic scanning to relieve manual labor can set up the FM430 Barracuda for handsfree scanning. Alternatively, a manual trigger button can be used if preferred.

Intelligent programming.
The sensors of the FM430 Barracuda automatically adjust the brightness of supplementary lighting based on the light that reflects off the barcode. This also makes it an optimal solution for scanning from mobile phone screens. Depending on the application, the scanner can be set to optimally read from close and long distance.

Reliable outdoor use.
With an IP rating of 54, this fixed mount scanner can be placed in a housing and used outdoors without worrying about dust or moisture.

Bright laser aimer (optional).
The FM430 Barracuda is available with a red cross laser that makes scanning easy and intuitive, even for the most inexperienced users.

Application scenarios.
Self-service kiosks used in e-commerce, express delivery services, access control, loyalty, mobile payment, events ticket redemption, gaming cash outs, postal services, transport boarding passes, parking ticket machines, production line.

Barcode Scanner

1D All major 1D symbologies, including EAN-13, EAN-8, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 128, Code 39, Codabar,UCC/EAN 128, RSS, ITF, ITF-14, ITF6, Standard 25, Matrix 25,COOP 25, Industrial 25, Plessey, MSI Plessey, Code 11, Code93, Code 49, Code 16K.

2D All major 2D symbologies, including PDF417, QR Code, Data Matrix, AZTEC, CSC, Maxicode,Micro QR, Micro PDF417, GM , Code One.

Communication

RS-232, USB

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