Free Online Barcode Generator

1D Barcode Generator

1D barcodes are the old type of barcodes that you usually come across on products in stores. They are linear barcodes where information is stored in horizontal lines of varying thicknesses and spaces.

Types of 1D Barcode Generators:

• Code-128: Code 128 is the most popular 1D barcode format due to its compact size and the ability to store alphanumeric information. It can also code all the 128 ASCII characters that could be numbers, letters (upper or lower) and special characters.
• Code-11: Code 11 is another 1D barcode code that is less frequently used, but still used in some industries. It is mostly used for encoding numeric data only, especially for inventory management.
• Code-39: One of the most common 1D barcode formats used, particularly in the industrial setting, is Code 39. It is able to encode letters (A-Z) and numbers (0-9) as well as some special characters. It is commonly applied in asset tracking and inventory management.
• Code-93: Code 93 is an improved version of Code 39, which offers more density and more characters in less space. It is capable of encoding alphanumeric data as well as a greater number of special characters, which makes it suitable for any application where a denser barcode is needed.

Features of 1D Barcodes:

• Simple and easy to generate.
• Best suited for products and items that require basic identification.
• Often used in retail stores and warehouses for inventory management.
• Can store a limited amount of information (usually up to 20 characters).

Use Cases:

• Retail product labelling.
• Library book management.
• Warehouse inventory tracking.