EAN58801701

Product Overview

Category: Electronic Component
Use: Identification and Tracking
Characteristics: Unique identification code, barcode format
Package: Standard packaging
Essence: Identification and tracking of products
Packaging/Quantity: Individually packaged, quantity varies based on application

Specifications

• Code Format: EAN-13
• Code Length: 13 digits
• Barcode Type: Linear
• Barcode Symbology: GTIN (Global Trade Item Number)
• Dimensions: Varies based on printing size and resolution
• Material: Paper or synthetic material
• Printing Method: Thermal transfer or direct thermal

Detailed Pin Configuration

N/A (EAN-13 does not have a pin configuration as it is a barcode format)

Functional Features

• Unique Identification: Each EAN-13 code represents a specific product, allowing for accurate identification and tracking.
• Global Standard: EAN-13 is widely recognized and used internationally, ensuring compatibility across various systems and industries.
• Efficient Scanning: The linear barcode format enables quick and reliable scanning using barcode readers or scanners.
• Error Detection: EAN-13 includes a check digit that helps detect errors during scanning or manual entry.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Universal Recognition: EAN-13 codes are accepted and understood by retailers, manufacturers, and logistics providers worldwide. - Enhanced Inventory Management: The unique identification provided by EAN-13 facilitates efficient inventory tracking and management. - Streamlined Supply Chain: EAN-13 enables seamless integration within supply chain processes, improving efficiency and reducing errors.

Disadvantages: - Limited Information Capacity: EAN-13 codes primarily serve as product identifiers and do not contain extensive information beyond the identification number. - Printing Limitations: Proper printing techniques and equipment are required to ensure barcode legibility and scanning accuracy.

Working Principles

EAN-13 codes are based on the GTIN system, which assigns a unique identification number to each product. The code consists of 13 digits, including a country code, manufacturer code, and product code. These digits are encoded into a barcode format using bars and spaces of varying widths. Barcode scanners or readers interpret the barcode by detecting the width of the bars and spaces, translating them back into the corresponding digits.

Detailed Application Field Plans

1. Retail Industry: EAN-13 codes are extensively used in retail for product identification, pricing, and inventory management.
2. Logistics and Supply Chain: EAN-13 facilitates efficient tracking and tracing of products throughout the supply chain, ensuring accurate delivery and inventory control.
3. Healthcare: EAN-13 codes are utilized in pharmaceuticals and medical devices for product identification, traceability, and patient safety.
4. Manufacturing: EAN-13 enables effective product tracking during manufacturing processes, aiding in quality control and supply chain integration.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. UPC-A (Universal Product Code - Version A): Widely used in North America, similar to EAN-13 but with a different encoding structure.
2. Code 39: A variable-length barcode format capable of encoding alphanumeric characters, commonly used in industrial applications.
3. QR Code: A two-dimensional barcode that can store more information than EAN-13, often used for marketing purposes and mobile applications.

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