^BA — Code 93
Plain English
An improved version of Code 39 that's about 25% shorter for the same data. Less common than Code 128 but still used in some logistics and postal systems.
When to use
When you need something more compact than Code 39 but your system specifically requires Code 93 (e.g., some postal standards).
Syntax
^BAo,h,f,g,e
Parameters
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
o | Rotation: N, R, I, B |
h | Bar height in dots |
f | Show text: Y or N |
g | Text above: Y or N |
e | Extended mode: Y or N |
Example
^XA ^FO50,50^BY2^BAN,80,Y,N^FDPACKAGE-789^FS ^XZ
Code 93 barcode for a package