DotCode ile Data Matrix
High-speed inkjet DotCode vs traditional Data Matrix. DotCode is designed for continuous inkjet printing on moving products, avoiding the 2D grid alignment challenges.
Specification comparison
| Specification | DotCode | Data Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| Classification | 2D Matrix | 2D Matrix |
| Symbology family | 2D Matrix Family | 2D Matrix Family |
| Year introduced | 2009 | 1987 |
| Developer | AIM (Association for Automatic Identification and Mobility) | RVSI Acuity CiMatrix |
| Data length | variable | variable |
| Variable length | Yes | Yes |
| Character set | Full ASCII + binary data | Full ASCII + binary data |
| Maximum capacity | Variable (depends on grid size) | 2,335 alphanumeric or 3,116 numeric characters |
| GS1 data carrier | No | No |
| Unicode encoding | No | No |
| Binary data | Yes | Yes |
| Minimum X-dimension | 0.254 mm | 0.254 mm |
| Quiet zone | 3 dots | 1 module |
| Aspect ratio | variable | 1:1 (square) or rectangular |
| Example payload | DOTCODE2026 | DataMatrix2026 |
Highlighted rows mark specifications where the two symbologies differ.