Code 93

Embed This Widget

Theme


      
    


    
    

      Widget powered by
      .
      Free, no account required.
    

  






  
A higher-density improvement over Code 39 that encodes the full ASCII 128 character set using two check characters for enhanced reliability. Code 93 produces barcodes approximately 25% shorter than Code 39 for the same data, making it suitable for logistics labels with limited print area.


  




  

    

    

      

        
Code 93

        
        1D Linear
        
      

      
      
      

        Type
        1D Linear
      

      
      

      

        Data Length
        variable
      

      
      

      

        Character Set
        Full ASCII 128
      

      
      

      

        Year
        1982
      

      
    

  






  



  

  



  




  
Related Guides

  

    
    
      
      
      
      

        
Code 39 Explained: The Self-Checking Alphanumeric Barcode

        
Technical reference for Code 39 — wide/narrow encoding, the self-checking property, Full ASCII extension, and military/automotive applications.

      

    
    
  





  




  
Related Terms

  

    
    
      Code 93
    
    
  





  



  



  









  
Frequently Asked Questions

  
  

    What is a Code 93 barcode?
    
Code 93 is a variable-length alphanumeric barcode encoding the full ASCII set using two mandatory check characters for higher data security.

  

  
  

    How does Code 93 differ from Code 39?
    
Code 93 is more compact than Code 39 and includes two check characters by default, providing greater density and reliability.

  

  
  

    Where is Code 93 used?
    
Code 93 is used by Canada Post for additional delivery information and in some inventory and asset tracking applications.