Product Description
The Printronix PV100 is an Online Data Validator (ODV) assembly designed for use with Printronix SL5000 and T5000 series RFID Smart Label and thermal barcode label printers. It is an external laser-based barcode scanning and verification device that attaches near the paper path and continuously inspects printed barcodes in real time, grading each barcode against ISO/ANSI standards and reporting results to the host printer. The validator automatically tracks barcode quality, grades symbology, and can trigger corrective actions such as label voiding or reprinting when a barcode fails to meet quality thresholds.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Printronix |
| Model / Part Number | PV100 |
| Assembly Part Number | 171280-001 / 171434-001 |
| Series | SV100 / PV100 |
| Product Type | Online Data Validator / Barcode Verifier |
| Compatible Printers | Printronix SL5000, T5000 Series (Thermal / RFID Smart Label) |
| Connectivity | RS-232C (Serial) |
| Verification Standard | ISO 15416, ANSI X3.182, ISO 15426-1 |
| Supported Symbologies | Codabar, Code 39, Code 93, Code 128, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC/EAN, PDF 417 |
| Max Simultaneous Barcodes Tracked | Up to 4 horizontal linear barcodes or 1 PDF 417 per line |
| Minimum Barcode Gap | 1/2 inch (13 mm) or 20x minimum element width, whichever is greater |
| Scan Type | Fixed-position, online laser scan (non-contact) |
| Laser Wavelength | 650–680 nm (Red) |
| Laser Power | 3.0 mW ± 0.5 mW (Class 2 Laser Product) |
| Scan Rate | 400 scans/second ± 2 s/s |
| Beam Shape | Elliptical (Printronix proprietary design) |
| Interface / Communication | RS-232C compatible; 8-bit, no parity, 2 stop bits; 9600–115200 baud programmable |
| Power Supply | +5 VDC ± 0.25 V, 1 A maximum |
| NIST Traceability | Yes |
| Mounting / Installation | External assembly, mounts near paper path of compatible Printronix printer |
| Validator Actions | Retry Form, Stop, Overstrike (configurable) |
| Application | Thermal transfer barcode label compliance printing, RFID Smart Label printing |
We warranty all items for 30 days from date of purchase.