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2D Supplier Label

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2D Supplier Label Specification Document

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Purpose ................................................................................................................................ 1

Scope .................................................................................................................................... 1

Qualifying Suppliers .............................................................................................................. 1

Barcode Organization ........................................................................................................ 2-3

DataMatrix Barcode ................................................................................................... 2

Error Correction .......................................................................................................... 2

Data Encoding ............................................................................................................. 2

EIA Standards ………. .................................................................................................... 2

Minimum Resolution ................................................................................................... 3

Minimum Size ............................................................................................................. 3

Thermal Transfer Printing .......................................................................................... 3

2D Barcode Content ..................,,,..................................................................................... 4-6

Barcode Scan Requirement ................................................................................................. 6

Label text content ............................................................................................................. 6-8

Tracking number …...…………................................................................................................. 8

Packing Slip label …… … … . .................................................................................................... 9

2D barcode results ..................................................................................................... 9

Box label …………….……......................................................................................................... 10

2D barcode results .................................................................................................... 10

Mixed Load label …… …… . .................................................................................................... 11

Intermediate label …………….…….......................................................................................... 12

2D barcode results ................................................................................................... 12

Labeling ………………………………………………………………………………………..….…….………..……….. 13

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Table 1: DataMatrix 2D Barcode Content ......................................................................... 4-5

Table 2: Label text Content Summary …………………............................................................. 7-9

Figure 1: DataMatrix 2D Barcode Size .................................................................................. 3

Figure 2: Packing Slip label …………………………………………................................................... 10

Figure 3: Box label ……………………………..………………………................................................... 11

Figure 4: Mixed Load label …………….……………..…………………………..................................... 12

Figure 5: Intermediate label ………………….……………………................................................... 13

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1. Purpose

This specification document outlines requirements for Supplier labels with a two dimensional (2D) DataMatrix barcode for Bourns, Inc.

The DataMatrix 2D barcode is a black and white, graphical image that stores information both horizontally and vertically. A 1D barcode stores information horizontally only, not vertically.

The DataMatrix 2D barcode allows more efficient data capture, greater data accuracy, and compact data storage on labels. The DataMatrix 2D barcode provides more efficient data capture by providing all necessary information with a single scan of the barcode. The DataMatrix 2D barcode has greater data accuracy because it contains embedded error correction codes which allow scanning of the 2D barcodes despite minor smudges and smears. The DataMatrix 2D barcode provides compact data storage because it stores more data in a smaller space than a 1D barcode. A 1D barcode can store hundreds of alphanumeric characters. A 2D barcode can store thousands of alphanumeric characters.

2. Scope

This specification document for 2D supplier barcode labels is applicable from all Bourns, Inc. suppliers and sub-contractors.

3. Qualifying Suppliers

A qualifying supplier produces labels with a DataMatrix 2D barcode which includes the following criteria: EC 200 error correction, ISO 8859-1 data encoding, minimum 300 DPI resolution, and minimum 13.16 mils size.

Bourns, Inc., or your local Bourns purchasing contact, should be notified in advance if a supplier cannot produce 2D barcodes that include these criteria.

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4. Barcode Organization

It is recommended that the DataMatrix 2D barcode include the following criteria:

DataMatrix Barcode DataMatrix is a 2D barcode with a black and white graphical image. When compared to a 1D barcode, the DataMatrix 2D barcode stores more information in a smaller space, requires a single scan for processing, includes error correction codes, and easily handles data encodings of various lengths. Table 1, on page 4-5 discusses the content of the DataMatrix 2D barcode.

The DataMatrix 2D barcode can be printed as a square or rectangle. It is recommended that the DataMatrix 2D barcode have a square shape printed by a thermal transfer printer.

Error Correction: ECC 200 ECC 200 uses Reed-Solomon error correction. According to the Electronics Components Industry Association (ECIA) Reed-Solomon error correction allows a DataMatrix 2D barcode to be scanned even if 25% of the barcode is damaged.

Data Encoding: ISO 8859-1 ISO 8859-1 is the data encoding standard used to store data values on the DataMatrix 2D barcode.

EIA standards EIA standards are used for all electronic component and systems on a global basis.

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Minimum Resolution: 200 DPI A minimum 200 DPI (dots per inch) resolution is recommended for the DataMatrix 2D barcode to be scannable.

Minimum Size: 13.16 Mils A minimum bar size of 15.0 mm by 15.0 mm is recommended for the DataMatrix 2D barcode to be scannable.

A DataMatrix 2D barcode with a bar size smaller than 15.0 mm by 15.0 mm may not be scannable.

Figure 1, below, shows the minimum bar size for the DataMatrix 2D barcode.

Figure 1. DataMatrix 2D barcode with bar size 15.0 mm by 15.0 mm.

Thermal Transfer Printing Thermal transfer printing is recommended for DataMatrix 2D barcode printing. This technology allows maximum readability and scannability of the 2D barcode.

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5. DataMatrix 2D Barcode Content for Packing Slip, Box Label, and Intermediate Label

Table 1, below, summarizes the DataMatrix 2D barcode content.

Table 1. DataMatrix 2D Barcode Content

Data Identifier1

Data

Identifier Meaning

Maximum

Length

Definition

A/N

Format2

Example on Sample Label

1P

Customer Part Number

35

Bourns Part Number

A/N

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

P

Manufacturer Part Number

18

Supplier Part Number

A/N

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

2P

Revision Level

4

Revision Level

A/N

XXXX

Q

Quantity

8

Order Quantity/Box Quantity

N 12500- Packing Slip 2500- Box & Intermediate

K

Purchase Order

20

Supplier Purchase Order

N

4500656872

4K

Line Item number

6

Line item number in Purchase order

N

1-Packing Slip 2-Box 3-Intermediate

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14D

Expiration Date

4

Expiration date

N YYWW3

YYWW

9D

Date Code

4

Date Code on Part

N YYWW3

YYWW

1T

Lot Code

16

Supplier Lot Number

A/N

5287450125701245

11K

Delivery note

10

Supplier Package ID

N

85245780

V

Vendor Number

10

Vendor Account Number

A/N

50008975

Z

Total Package count

6

Total Package Count in Order

N

5-Packing Slip

13Q

Package counters

6

Package Number in Order

N

2 of 5-Box 1 of 5-Intermediate

Vendor Number is not mandatory if not available.

1A data identifier is an alpha/numeric character that defines how a data value is used. 2 A/N format describes the characters used for a data value. A = alpha and N = numeric. 3 YYWW is the four digit format for the date code. Y = year and W = week.

Please see Bourns website for more information on date code formats: http://www.bourns.com/data/global/pdfs/bourns_date_code_summary.pdf

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Barcode content should be encoded using the ISO 8859-1 encoding standard

6. Barcode Scan Requirements

When scanned, the DataMatrix 2D barcode scan should adhere to the following criteria:

1. data identifier values must appear before the actual data values 2. all data values should be separated by a plus sign(+) 3. no blanks or line feeds are allowed between data values 4. if no data values are assigned, the data identifier should be included 5. no spaces are included in the 2D barcode scan results

7. Label Text content (Human Readable) summary

It is recommended the label text be black letters on a white background with a minimum point size of 13.

Table 3, below, summarizes the recommended content for Packing Slip, Box, and Intermediate Supplier labels.

Table 3. Content Summary for Packing Slip, Box, and Intermediate Label

Label Text Definition Maximum Length1

A/N Format2

Example on Sample Labels

[1P] Bourns PN:

Customer Part Number

35 A/N XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX [P] Supplier

PN: Manufacture Part Number

18 A/N XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX [2P] Revision

Level: Revision Level 4 A/N XXXX

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[Q] Quantity: Order Quantity/Box Quantity

8 N 12500-Packing Slip 2500-Box 2500-Intermediate UoM: Units of

Measure 6 A EACH

[K] Purchase Order:

Supplier Purchase Order

20 N 4500656872

[4K] Line Item No:

Line Item of Purchase Order

2 N 1-Packing Slip 2-Box 3-Intermediate

[14D] Expiration Date:

Expiration Date 4 N YYWW3

YYWW

[9D] Date Code:

Date code on Part

4 N YYWW3

YYWW

[1T] Lot Code: Supplier Lot Number

16 A/N

52874501257012

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[11K] Delivery note:

Supplier Package ID

10 N 85245780

[V] Vendor No:

Vendor Account number

10 A/N 500008975

[Z] Package Count:

Total Package Count in Order

6

N 5-Packing Slip

[13Q] Package Counters:

Package number in order

6

N 2 of 5-Box 1 of 5-Intermediate

Description: Material Description

40 A

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

Tracking No: Tracking Number

25 A/N 257946057915048605

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8. Label Text content (Human Readable) summary continued: Table 4, below, summarizes the recommended content for the Mixed Load Supplier labels.

Table 4. Content Summary for Mixed Load Label

1 Maximum length is the maximum number of digits for production label text. 2 A/N format refers to the characters used for each data value. A = alpha, N = numeric. 3YYWW is the four digit format for the date code. Y = year and W = week. Please see Bourns website for more information on date code formats: http://www.bourns.com/data/global/pdfs/bourns_date_code_summary.pdf

9. Tracking Number Tracking number should be added to Packing Slip, Box Label and Intermediate Label

if it is generated and available at the time of printing.

Tracking number is not mandatory if it is not available.

Label Text Definition Maximum Length1

A/N Format2

Example on Sample Labels

[11K] Delivery note:

Supplier Package ID

10 N MIXED LOAD

[K] Purchase Order:

Supplier Purchase Order

20 N MIXED LOAD

[1P] Bourns PN:

Customer Part Number

35 A/N MIXED LOAD

[P] Supplier PN:

Manufacture Part Number

18 A/N MIXED LOAD

[13Q] Package Counters:

Package number in order

6

N 2 of 5

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10. Packing Slip Label

The Packing Slip below, figure 2, is 152 millimeters high by 102 millimeters wide.

Label Size: 4” X 6”

Figure 2. Packing Slip label with DataMatrix 2D Barcode (Image rotated left 90°)

NOTE: 1 Label per PO/Line Item 2D scanned results for Packing Slip:

1PXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX+PXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

XXXXXXXX+2PXXXX+Q12500+K4500656872+4K3+14DYYWW+9DYYWW+1T527845012

5701245+11K85245780+V50008975+Z1

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11. Box Label The Box label below, figure 3, is 152 millimeters high by 102 millimeters wide.

Label Size: 4” X 6” Figure 3. Box label with DataMatrix 2D Barcode (Image rotated left 90°)

Note: 1 Label per PO/Line Item 2D scanned results for Box Label:

1PXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX+PXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

XXXXXXXXXXX+2PXXXX+Q2500+K4500656872+4K3+14DYYWW+9DYYWW+1T52

78450125701245+11K85245780+V50008975+13Q1/5

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12. Mixed Load Label The Mixed Load Label below, figure 4, is 152 millimeters high by 102 millimeters wide.

Label Size: 4” X 6” Figure 3. Mixed label with human readable text only

Note: Multiple PO’s/Line Item in a box

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13. Intermediate Label The Intermediate Label below, figure 5, is 50.8 millimeters high by 102 millimeters wide

Label Size: 4” X 2” Figure 3. Intermediate label with DataMatrix 2D Barcode (Image rotated left 90°)

Note: 1 Label per PO/Line Item 2D scanned results for intermediate Label:

1PXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX+PXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX+2PXXXX+Q12500+K4500656872+4K3+14DYYWW+9DYYWW+1T5278450125701245+11K85245780+V50008975+13Q1/5 Note: The sample Supplier labels in figure 2,3,4 and 5, are examples. The terms displayed on the labels are based on the part specification.

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14. Labeling It is recommended that the labels follow this criteria:

Label Size

Label sizes are described using the standard format of Height by Width (H x W). Example labels have been rotated left 90 degrees to show label upright. When printing, the label will print on standard 4in by 6in thermal transfer labels.

The requested label size is: Height = 152 millimeters, Width = 102 millimeters for

the Packing Slip, Box, and Mixed Load labels. Height = 50.8 millimeters, Width =

102 millimeters for the intermediate label.

The label size should be large enough for accurate scanning of the DataMatrix 2D Barcode.

Any variations in label size should be submitted to Bourns, Inc. for approval prior to implementation.

Label Placement

The placement position of the Supplier labels should allow the DataMatrix 2D barcode to be clearly visible and easily scanned.

The label should be small enough to fit one surface of a box or container without overlap onto another surface. Note: Please refer to the Global Labelling Power Point to get a detailed explanation of placement, and uses for all Supplier labels.

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