Data Matrix مقابل GS1 DataMatrix
Standard Data Matrix vs its GS1-specific variant. GS1 DataMatrix adds FNC1 prefix and Application Identifier structure for healthcare, pharma, and supply chain use.
Specification comparison
| Specification | Data Matrix | GS1 DataMatrix |
|---|---|---|
| Classification | 2D Matrix | 2D Matrix |
| Symbology family | 2D Matrix Family | GS1 System |
| Year introduced | 1987 | 2006 |
| Developer | RVSI Acuity CiMatrix | GS1 |
| Data length | variable | variable |
| Variable length | Yes | Yes |
| Character set | Full ASCII + binary data | Full ASCII + GS1 Application Identifiers |
| Maximum capacity | 2,335 alphanumeric or 3,116 numeric characters | 2,335 alphanumeric or 3,116 numeric characters |
| GS1 data carrier | No | Yes |
| Unicode encoding | No | No |
| Binary data | Yes | Yes |
| Minimum X-dimension | 0.254 mm | 0.254 mm |
| Quiet zone | 1 module | 1 module |
| Aspect ratio | 1:1 (square) or rectangular | 1:1 (square) or rectangular |
| Example payload | DataMatrix2026 | (01)09501101530003(17)250101(10)ABC123 |
Highlighted rows mark specifications where the two symbologies differ.