Brother DS-640 document scanner 16ppm 600dpi
USB-powered single-pass scanner captures colour and mono pages at up to 16 ppm with 600 dpi optical resolution and handles documents up to 72 inches long
- Power drawApprox. 2.3 W (Scanning) Approx. 1.3 W (Ready Mode)
- Sensor typeSingle CIS
- Scan speedUp to 16 ppm (Color and Mono)
- Optical scan resolution600 × 600 dpi
- Interpolated resolution1200 × 1200 dpi
- Largest document size8.5 in × 72 in
- Scans up to 16 ppm for fast document capture
- Optical 600 x 600 dpi resolution delivers sharp detail
- USB bus power enables scanning anywhere without an outlet
- Weighs 1.02 lbs and measures 11.90" x 2.20" x 1.40" for true portability
- Included OCR and Kofax Power PDF Standard v3 create searchable, editable files
Mobile single-pass document scanner
The Brother DS-640 is a compact single-pass scanner powered entirely by a Micro USB 3.0 connection. It captures colour and monochrome pages at up to 16 ppm with an optical resolution of 600 x 600 dpi. The unit weighs 1.02 lbs and measures 11.90 x 2.20 x 1.40 inches for easy transport.
Upgrade from flatbed or sheet-fed models
Replacing a flatbed scanner removes the need to lift a lid for every page and cuts scan time per sheet. The jump is worth it when daily volumes include mixed batches of receipts, invoices and plastic ID cards up to 72 inches long. It is not for buyers who need automatic double-feed detection or a built-in document feeder for unattended runs.
Fits a USB bus-powered workflow
The scanner draws approximately 2.3 W while scanning and 1.3 W in ready mode, so it runs from a laptop port without an external adapter. Included Windows and Mac software routes scans to file, image, OCR, email and cloud destinations. Linux support is provided through standard drivers. It does not suit setups that require Ethernet or Wi-Fi network scanning.
How it compares
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- Price $112.99
- Cheaper than about 94% of the 253 comparable items (median $355.99).
Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | Brother |
| Product line | Dsmobile |
| Model name | DS-640 |
| Product type | Single Pass |
| Performance | |
| Scan speed | Up to 16 ppm (Color and Mono) |
| Optical scan resolution | 600 × 600 dpi |
| Display | |
| Interpolated resolution | 1200 × 1200 dpi |
| Ports & slots | |
| USB connections | Micro USB 3.0 |
| Power | |
| Power draw | Approx. 2.3 W (Scanning) Approx. 1.3 W (Ready Mode) |
| Power source | USB bus-power |
| Size & build | |
| Product dimensions | 11.9 in × 2.2 in × 1.4 in |
| Product weight | 1.02 lb (0.46 kg) |
| Shipping weight | 1.36 kg |
| Package size | 483 × 305 × 254 mm |
| Compatibility | |
| Supported operating systems | Windows: 7 / 8.1 / 10, Server 2012 / 2012 R2 / 2016 / 2019 Mac: macOS v10.12.x / 10.13.x / 10.14.x Linux |
| In the box | |
| In the box | DSmobile DS-640 Scanner Micro USB 3.0 cable Quick Setup Guide / Product Safety Guide Calibration Sheet Warranty Sheet / Registration Card Warranty International Sheet BR-Receipts Insertion |
| Software | |
| Pre-installed software | OCR, BR-Receipts, Brother iPrint & Scan, Kofax Power PDF Standard v3 Windows: PRESTO! BizCard 6, Nuance PaperPort 14 SE, iPS Mac: iPS PRESTO! BizCard 7 |
| More details | |
| Sensor type | Single CIS |
| Largest document size | 8.5 in × 72 in |
| Media format | File, Image, OCR, Email, Cloud Services |
Questions about this item
What physical space is required for the DS-640 scanner?
The unit measures 11.90" x 2.20" x 1.40" and weighs 1.02 lbs, fitting on a small desk area without a separate power brick.
How is the DS-640 installed, and which step is often missed?
Connect the Micro USB 3.0 cable to the host, install the driver and bundled software for your OS, then run the calibration sheet through the scanner before the first scan job.
What consumable or maintenance item will the DS-640 need over time?
The calibration sheet included in the box is used for periodic recalibration; keep it clean and replace it if it becomes damaged or worn.
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