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Code 16K

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Code 16K stacks between two and sixteen short rows, each built from Code 128 style characters. It was an early answer to fitting more data on small labels before matrix codes took over.

Also called Code16K, USS-16K.

Specifications

StandardAIM USS-16K
Character setFull ASCII
Capacity2-16 rows; up to 77 ASCII characters or 154 digits
Error correctionTwo check characters (per symbol)
Dimension2D stacked

Where it is used

Small items, healthcare and electronics labelling (legacy)

People use it for small items, healthcare and electronics labelling (legacy).

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Example

Code 16K

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Questions

How much data does Code 16K hold?

The symbol can hold 2-16 rows; up to 77 ASCII characters or 154 digits. When an app can scan it, the app returns the text it read and does not measure how full the symbol is. The camera app does not scan this. The Zebra app does not scan this.

How is Code 16K related to Code 128?

Code 16K stacks between two and sixteen short rows, each built from Code 128 style characters. The cited standard is AIM USS-16K. The camera app does not scan this. The Zebra app does not scan this.

Is Code 16K still used?

Small items, healthcare and electronics labelling (legacy). Code 16K stacks between two and sixteen short rows, each built from Code 128 style characters. The camera app does not scan this. The Zebra app does not scan this.