What is a HIBC LIC MicroPDF417 barcode?
HIBC LIC MicroPDF417 encodes HIBC data in MicroPDF417, a smaller relative of PDF417 with fewer columns and no full start and stop patterns on every row. It is designed for small items where a full PDF417 would be too wide.
It works best with shorter HIBC strings such as the primary data plus a lot number. Capacity is lower than full PDF417, so long secondary data may not fit in a compact size.
Choose MicroPDF417 when you want a stacked symbol on a narrow label and your scanners support it. If they do not, HIBC LIC Data Matrix gives a similar footprint and wider imager support; for more data use HIBC LIC PDF417.
What data can HIBC LIC MicroPDF417 hold?
Uppercase letters A-Z, digits 0-9 and the symbols - . space $ / + %. Enter the HIBC data without the leading + sign; the encoder adds the + flag and the modulo 43 check character.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No. Many 2D imagers do, but support is less universal than for Data Matrix or QR. Check your scanner settings before you commit.
Less than in full PDF417. Keep secondary data short, and the live preview shows whether your data encodes.
Mainly when an existing system or customer already uses MicroPDF417. Otherwise Data Matrix is usually the more widely supported small format.