The DataMan 280 replaces the DataMan 150/260 Series. The DataMan 280 from Cognex is an all purpose, all powerful barcode reader designed to perform in a variety of code-reading environments. DataMan 280 readers are engineered to track and trace items throughout manufacturing and logistics facilities. From hands-free code reading in a logistics warehouse to decoding direct part markings (DPMs) in a manufacturing plant, DataMan 280 readers increase traceability and boost throughput by delivering the highest read rates.