📐 Technical Specifications
- Standard
- ISO/IEC 16022 (ECC 200 standard with Reed-Solomon error correction)
- Character Set
- Full ASCII, binary, and GS1 Application Identifiers
- Capacity
- Up to 3,116 numeric digits or 2,335 alphanumeric characters
- Finder Pattern
- Solid "L" shaped finder pattern on bottom and left borders
- Aspect Ratio
- Strict 1:1 square matrix
🏭 Standard Industry Use Cases
- ✓ FDA Unique Device Identification (UDI) for medical instruments
- ✓ Direct Part Marking (DPM) on aerospace and automotive steel components
- ✓ Printed circuit board (PCB) micro-labeling
- ✓ European Falsified Medicines Directive (FMD) serial packs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the finder pattern on a Data Matrix code?
A Data Matrix code features an "L" shaped solid line on two adjacent sides, which cameras use to determine the orientation and module size of the symbol.
Can Data Matrix codes be read if partially scratched or damaged?
Yes! The ECC 200 specification utilizes Reed-Solomon error correction algorithms capable of recovering up to 30% of obscured or scratched modules.