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Compact 1D and 2D scan modules for kiosks and OEM equipment

Datalogic's Gryphon 4500 Fixed Series brings compact 1D and 2D scanning to self-service kiosks and machine integration. Choose the housed GFS4500 module with multiple fixing points or the bare GFE4500 engine for custom equipment, with wide-angle megapixel imaging for printed labels and barcodes on mobile displays.

Key Specifications

  • Scanner configuration: Fixed, corded module or bare OEM scan engine
  • Barcode capability: 1D, 2D, postal, stacked codes and OCR
  • Reading range: 4–82 cm typical, EAN/UPC 13 mil
  • Interfaces / connectivity: USB or RS-232; connection depends on model
  • Durability: 1.5 m drops to concrete; 5 G vibration
  • Environmental sealing: IP54 housed module; bare engine requires an enclosure
  • Dimensions: Module: 2.8 × 4.8 × 5.5 cm; engine: 2.0 × 2.7 × 4.8 cm
  • Weight: 17–152 g, depending on model and cable
  • Image sensor: 1 MP; 1280 × 800 pixels; 60 frames/s
  • Operating temperature: GFS4500: −20 to 50 °C; GFE4500: −20 to 60 °C
  • Warranty: 5 years

Reading range varies with barcode quality, lighting and scan angle. Digimarc is supported on red-illumination models. See Specs for each model’s connectors, dimensions and weight.

In the Box

  • GFS4520-BKK1-RED / GFS4520-BKK1-WHT USB kits
    • Selected black GFS4520 scanner with red or warm white illumination
    • 2 m USB cable 94A051968
  • GFS4520-BK-RED / GFS4520-BK-WHT
    • Selected black GFS4520 scanner with red or warm white illumination

    USB host cable sold separately.

  • GFS4550-BKK2-RED
    • Black GFS4550 scanner with red illumination
    • Integrated 2 m straight RS-232 cable with DB9 connector

    Requires a compatible 5–14 VDC powered RS-232 connection; power is supplied through DB9 pin 6.

  • GFE4590-RED
    • Bare GFE4590 OEM scan engine with red illumination and 12-pin connector

    Interface cable sold separately.

Durable GFS4500 housing

The housed GFS4500 module uses a UV-protected, scratch-resistant output window and a disinfectant-ready enclosure for fixed installations that face daily wear and cleaning.

Moving codes and mobile displays

Wide-angle imaging and improved motion tolerance help capture moving barcodes, tickets and coupons. Green Spot, the top-front LED and an adjustable beeper confirm successful reads.

1D / Linear Codes
Automatic discrimination of standard 1D codes, including GS1 DataBar linear codes.
2D Codes
Aztec Code; China Han Xin Code; Data Matrix; MaxiCode; Micro QR Code; QR Code; Dot Code; Dot Matrix.
Postal Codes
Australian Post; British Post; China Post; IMB; Japanese Post; KIX Post; Planet Code; Postnet; Royal Mail Code (RM4SCC).
Stacked Codes
EAN/JAN Composites; GS1 DataBar Composites; GS1 DataBar Expanded Stacked; GS1 DataBar Stacked; GS1 DataBar Stacked Omnidirectional; MacroPDF; MicroPDF417; PDF417; UPC A/E Composites.
Digital Watermarking
Digimarc Barcodes on red-illumination models.
OCR
OCR-A, OCR-B and MICR.
Current
Typical operating: <225 mA. Typical standby/idle: 115 mA in automatic object sense mode; 55 mA in online and serial online modes.
Input Voltage
GFS4520: 5 VDC +/-5%; GFS4550 and GFE4590: 5-14.0 VDC.
Ambient Light
0-120,000 lux
Drop Resistance
Repeated 1.5 m (5 ft) drops onto concrete.
Vibration Resistance
Random vibration: 5 G, 22-300 Hz, 2 hours / 3 axes.
Environmental Sealing
GFS4500 housing: IP54.
Temperature
Operating: GFS4500, -20 to 50 deg C (-4 to 122 deg F), with suitability up to 55 deg C (131 deg F); GFE4500, -20 to 60 deg C (-4 to 140 deg F). Storage/transport: -40 to 70 deg C (-40 to 158 deg F).
Interfaces
GFS4520: USB, micro-USB connector. GFS4550: RS-232, integrated 2 m straight cable with DB9 connector. GFE4590: USB / RS-232, 12-pin connector.
Digital I/O
GFS4550 and GFE4590: one software-programmable digital input and one software-programmable digital output.
Colors
Black. Other colors and custom logos require a minimum-quantity purchase.
Enclosure
GFS4500: disinfectant-ready housing and UV-protected, scratch-resistant output window. GFE4500: bare OEM decoded scan engine for integration into a custom enclosure.
Dimensions
GFS4500: 2.8 x 4.8 x 5.5 cm (1.1 x 1.9 x 2.2 in). GFE4500: 2.0 x 2.7 x 4.8 cm (0.8 x 1.1 x 1.9 in).
Weight
GFS4520: 52 g (1.8 oz), micro-USB connector. GFS4550: 152 g (5.4 oz), including the integrated 2 m DB9 cable. GFE4590: 17 g (0.6 oz), 12-pin connector.
Image Capture
BMP, JPEG and TIFF formats; 256, 16 or 2 greyscale levels.
Image Sensor
1 megapixel, 1280 x 800 pixels
Field of View
51 degrees horizontal; 32 degrees vertical.
Light Source
Aiming: blue LEDs, 470 nm. Illumination: red LED, 617 nm, on -RED models; warm white LED on -WHT models. Illumination brightness is adjustable.
Print Contrast Ratio (Minimum)
15%
Motion Tolerance
70 inches per second, measured with EAN/UPC.
Frame Rate
60 full frames per second
Reading Angle
Pitch: +/-60 degrees; roll/tilt: +/-180 degrees; skew/yaw: +/-60 degrees.
Reading Indicators
Beeper with adjustable tone and volume; Datalogic Green Spot good-read feedback; top-front good-read LED with adjustable brightness.
Resolution (Maximum)
1D linear: 0.076 mm / 3 mil. Data Matrix: 0.13 mm / 5 mil. PDF417: 0.13 mm / 5 mil.
Trigger Options
Automatic sensing, software, external and manual trigger options. Programmable external digital I/O is available on GFS4550 and GFE4590.
Typical Depth of Field
Code 39, 5 mil: 4-30 cm; Code 39, 10 mil: 1.7-53.5 cm. Data Matrix, 10 mil: 3.5-23.5 cm; Data Matrix, 15 mil: 3-35 cm. EAN/UPC, 13 mil: 4-82 cm. PDF417, 10 mil: 1.5-35 cm. QR Code, 10 mil: 3.5-22 cm. Typical ranges depend on printing resolution, contrast and ambient light; minimum distance also depends on symbol length and scan angle.
Agency Approvals
Meets the necessary safety and regulatory approvals for intended use. Consult the model Quick Reference Guide and regulatory addendum for certification details.
Environmental Compliance
China RoHS and EU RoHS
LED Classification
IEC 62471: illuminator exempt group; aiming risk group 1.
Datalogic Aladdin
Manufacturer configuration utility available at no charge.
OPOS / JavaPOS
Manufacturer OPOS and JavaPOS utilities available at no charge.
Remote Host Download
Remote host download capability.
Warranty
5-year factory warranty.
Gryphon GFS4500 / GFE4500 Datasheet (Rev C, July 2024)
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Gryphon GFS4500 / GFE4500 Product Reference Guide (Rev F, May 2026)
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Gryphon GFS4500 Quick Reference Guide (Rev D, July 2024)
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Shop Gryphon GFS4500 & GFE4500 Models

GFS4520-BKK1-RED

Gryphon GFS4520 2D Imager Kit. Red Illumination. 5V, USB-Only. microUSB connector, Black (Kit Includes Scanner and USB Cable 94A051968)

Illumination:

Red

Interface:

USB

Package Contents:

USB cable included

$299.41

GFS4520-BKK1-WHT

Gryphon GFS4520 2D Imager Kit. White Illumination. 5V, USB-Only. microUSB connector, Black (Kit Includes Scanner and USB Cable 94A051968)

Interface:

USB

Package Contents:

USB cable included

Illumination:

White

$299.41

GFS4520-BK-RED

Gryphon GFS4520 2D Imager. Red Illumination. 5V, USB Only. Black. Order Micro USB Cable Separately.

Illumination:

Red

Package Contents:

Scanner only

Interface:

USB

$365.28

GFS4520-BK-WHT

Gryphon GFS4520 2D Imager. MP. White Illumination. 5V, USB Only. Black. Order Micro USB Cable Separately.

Package Contents:

Scanner only

Interface:

USB

Illumination:

White

$285.83

GFS4550-BKK2-RED

GFS4550 fixed 2D scanner, red illumination, RS-232, integrated 2 m DB9 cable, 5-14 V, black.

Package Contents:

Integrated RS-232 cable

Illumination:

Red

Interface:

RS-232

$299.41

GFE4590-RED

Gryphon GFE4590 2D Imager With OEM Decoded Scan Engine. Red Illumination. 5-14V, USB & RS232 Connection. Order USB / RS-232 12-Pin Cable Separately.

Package Contents:

OEM scan engine only

Illumination:

Red

Interface:

USB / RS-232

$250.16

Shop Gryphon GFS4500 & GFE4500 Accessories

MA-4500-BK

Mounting Adapter to replicate the GFS4400 fixing holes

$15.12

94A051968

Skorpio X3 Interface Cable, Connects Dock to PC, USB Interface

$21.00

ZSC2GFS4551

DataLogic Ease of Care 5-Year Comprehensive Warranty for Gryphon GFS4500. Covers Normal Wear & Tear and Accidental Breakage Coverage. 2-Business-Day Turnaround For Replacement Unit (Excluding Transit). Both Ways Freight Paid By Datalogic.

$29.38
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