When your machine vision identification line depends on reliable barcode capture, the scanner choice often comes down to two very different used/refurbished options: a SICK CLV490-6010 and a Honeywell Granit 1980i. They differ in price, condition, and the way they connect to your system. This head-to-head helps you decide which one belongs on your line.
Quick Verdict
If you want the lower upfront cost, the Honeywell Granit 1980i at $175 is the easier choice. If you need a SICK scanner for an industrial integration, the CLV490-6010 at $279 is the one to buy.
At a Glance
| | SICK CLV490-6010 | Honeywell Granit 1980i |
| Price | USD 279.00 | USD 175.00 |
| Condition | Used | Seller refurbished |
| Model / MPN | CLV490-6010 | 1980IFR-3, 1980i |
Where the SICK CLV490-6010 Wins
The SICK CLV490-6010 is the pick when your setup expects SICK hardware. It's a line-scan, low-density scanner with a program-selectable host interface. The higher price buys that line-scan approach, which the Honeywell doesn't offer.
Where the Honeywell Granit 1980i Wins
The Honeywell Granit 1980i is the pick for a lower-cost, simpler setup. It's a full-range scanner with USB connectivity, and the kit includes a new OEM USB cable. The lower price makes it the price-oriented choice.
SICK CLV490-6010 Industrial Barcode Scanner
The SICK CLV490-6010 is a used line-scan scanner with a program-selectable host interface. Choose it when you need a SICK line-scan unit for a specific integration. The limitations are the used condition and the fact that SICK has discontinued this model. You are essentially investing in an older line-scan platform rather than a current-generation scanner. For a buyer who values the SICK line-scan approach, the higher price is justifiable.
Honeywell Granit 1980i 1980IFR-3 Full-Range Scanner
The Honeywell Granit 1980i 1980IFR-3 is a seller-refurbished full-range scanner. It comes as a kit described as fully reconditioned and ready to work out of the box, with a new OEM USB data cable included. That USB connectivity is the key practical advantage: it plugs into a USB port and works with common inventory software, including QuickBooks. Choose it when you want the lower-priced option and a straightforward USB setup. The limitation is that it's seller-refurbished, so you depend on the seller's reconditioning quality rather than a factory-new guarantee.
Final Choice by Use Case
Pick the SICK when you need to match existing SICK hardware; pick the Honeywell when you want the lower-cost, ready-to-work kit.
