TS 10146
Bar Code Symbols - Terms
This standard covers the vocabulary and their definitions used for EAN-13, EAN-8, ITF-14 and EAN-128 bar-code symbols.
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TS 10146 is a terminology standard that gathers the terms and definitions used in the field of bar code symbols. By organising the common technical language for EAN-13, EAN-8, ITF-14 and EAN-128 symbols, it helps reduce ambiguity when these codes are specified, described or documented. Standards of this kind focus on consistent understanding of concepts rather than on the physical design of the barcode itself.
Common concepts across the barcode symbol family
In barcode systems, terminology typically covers the structure of the symbol, the way data is encoded, character arrangement, quiet zones, and start/stop patterns. EAN-13 and EAN-8 are associated with numeric code structures widely used for retail product identification. ITF-14 is commonly used for larger logistic units and outer cases, while EAN-128 refers to a more flexible data-carrying approach that can include application identifiers and additional data elements. Clear naming of these differences matters because it supports correct interpretation of labelling systems and their intended use.
Practical value of the standard
- Helps avoid inconsistent use of the same barcode term across different documents and organisations.
- Provides a shared conceptual framework for EAN-13, EAN-8, ITF-14 and EAN-128.
- Supports consistency in technical documentation, training material and labelling guidance.
- Makes barcode symbols easier to understand, compare and name correctly.
- Publication Date: 14.04.1992
- Standard Status: H (İptal Edilmiş Standard/Withdrawn standard)
- Publisher: TSE
- Document Language: tr
- ICS Classification: 01.040.35 Enformasyon Teknolojisi, Büro Makinaları (Terimler); 35.220.30 Optik Depolama Cihazları
- Pages: 7
- Source Standard: EAN Vade Mecum, General Specifications of numbering and symbol Marking, Section D-Glossory-Pase 1-8, 16 November 1987 Brussels, BELGIUM, DIN 66236
- International Equivalents: prEN 1556 NEQ--; DIN 66236--
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