MC51S Mobile Computer — scan, tap, and track across the shift
6" display · 5000mAh hot-swap battery · 1.5m/4.92 ft. drop to MIL-STD-810H
The MC51S captures 1D and 2D barcodes on a Zebra SE4710, SE55, or CM60 engine, so operators read damaged and low-contrast labels on the first trigger pull. Two configurations cover the range: the standard build pairs the scan engine with a 13.56 MHz NFC reader, while the built-in UHF build reads passive RFID tags out to 5m and adds L1+L5 dual-frequency positioning. Both run on Android 16 with a Corning Gorilla Glass touch panel that stays responsive under gloves and wet hands. Jump to the configuration comparison or the full specifications.
- IP67 Sealedper IEC specifications
- MIL-STD-810H1.5m/4.92 ft. drop
- Corning Gorilla Glassmulti-touch panel
- Zebra Scan EnginesSE4710, SE55, CM60
- Impinj E-SeriesUHF RFID engine
- Android 16current OS platform
- Bluetooth 5.0headset support
- 802.11 a/b/g/n/acfast roaming, optional Wi-Fi 6
- EPC Class 1 Gen 2ISO18000-63 RFID
- ISO14443 / ISO1569313.56 MHz NFC
- ESD Protection15kV air / 8kV contact
- USB 3.0 Type-Cwith OTG support
Overview
The MC51S is a rugged Android mobile computer for teams that scan, verify, and move stock through a full shift. It runs an octa-core 2.8GHz platform behind a 6" 1440 x 720 display, and its 5000mAh main battery is removable and hot-swaps, so a device stays on the floor instead of leaving to charge. IP67 sealing and a body rated for 1.5m/4.92 ft. drops to MIL-STD-810H let it work in cold rooms, on loading docks, and down back-of-store aisles without a separate case.
Two configurations set the range. The standard build reads 1D and 2D barcodes and taps NFC cards at 13.56 MHz; the built-in UHF build replaces NFC with a passive RFID engine rated to 5m and adds L1+L5 dual-frequency positioning for tighter outdoor location. An optional pistol-grip handle carries its own removable 5,200 mAh battery for high-volume scanning sessions, and an optional UHF back clip extends passive tag reads to 30m or more.
Every capture capability traces to a named component: Zebra SE4710, SE55, or CM60 scan engines, an Impinj E-Series UHF chip, a Corning Gorilla Glass touch panel, and Android 16 as the operating system. A buyer can check each one against the vendor's own datasheet before committing. Explore the full range of handheld mobile computers.
Key Features
Platform & Connectivity
- Octa-core 2.8GHz CPU
- Android 16 operating system
- 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi
- Bluetooth 5.0, headset support
- 4G LTE with Vo-LTE video calling
Durability & Power
- IP67 sealed enclosure
- 1.5m/4.92 ft. MIL-STD-810H drop
- 1000 x 0.5m tumble test, IEC
- 5000mAh hot-swap battery
- -20°C to 50°C operating
Data Capture
- Zebra SE4710 / SE55 / CM60
- 1D and 2D barcode scanning
- Built-in UHF reads to 5m
- 13.56 MHz NFC reader
- 16MP autofocus rear camera
Features & Functions at a Glance
Choose Your Configuration
| Feature | MC51S | MC51S UHF |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Barcode work with NFC tap | Reading passive RFID tags |
| Shared capabilities | Identical in both configurations | |
| Display | 6" display, 1440 x 720; optional 2160 x 1080 FHD | |
| Barcode scanning | Zebra SE4710, SE55; CM60 (1D and 2D) | |
| Main battery | 5000mAh removable, hot-swap | |
| Wireless | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; Bluetooth 5.0; 4G LTE | |
| Durability | IP67; 1.5 m/4.92 ft. drop to MIL-STD-810H | |
| Differences | The rows below are the only differences | |
| Weight (with battery) | 297g / 10.48oz. | 323g / 11.39oz. |
| Thickness | 15.5mm / 0.61 in. | 29.2mm / 1.15 in. (thickest part) |
| NFC | 13.56 MHz reader | — |
| Built-in UHF RFID | — | 5m, 750+ tags/sec |
| GNSS | GPS, BeiDou, GLONASS, Galileo; AGPS | Adds L1+L5 dual-frequency |
| Platform | Common to both configurations | |
| Processor | Octa-core 2.8GHz | |
| Memory | UFS 4GB + 64GB / 6GB + 64GB / 8GB + 256GB (optional) | |
| Operating system | Android 16 | |
Accessory compatibility — Both configurations accept the optional pistol-grip handle, which carries its own removable 5,200 mAh battery. The UHF back clip is a separate long-range accessory rated to 30m or more; confirm back-clip compatibility for your chosen configuration at order time.
A Closer Look at the Hardware
Rear NFC and side scan keysThe standard build carries the 13.56 MHz NFC reader on the back. Two scan keys sit on the sides with a multifunctional key, so either hand can reach the trigger.
Built-in UHF moduleOn the built-in UHF build, the passive RFID antenna sits in a raised module at the top of the back, above the removable main battery.
Optional pistol-grip handleThe optional handle clips under the device and puts the trigger under the index finger for high-volume scanning. It adds its own removable battery in the grip.
Specifications
Physical Characteristics
- Dimensions
- Standard version: 161.0 x 77.8 x 15.5mm / 6.34 x 3.06 x 0.61 in.; Built in UHF version: 161.0 × 77.8 × 15.5mm (Thickest Part: 29.2mm) / 6.34 × 3.06 × 0.61in. (Thickest Part: 1.15in.); UHF version: 165.0 x 83.8 x 138.0mm / 6.50 x 3.30 x 5.43 in.
- Weight
- Standard version: 297g / 10.48oz. (device with battery); Built in UHF version: 323g / 11.39oz. (device with battery); UHF version: 707g / 24.94oz. (including handle, back clip, and battery)
- Display
- 6" display, 1440 x 720; optional 2160 x 1080 FHD version
- Touch Panel
- Corning Gorilla Glass, multi-touch panel, gloves and wet hands supported
- Power
- 5000mAh removable main battery, handle with removable 5,200 mAh battery (UHF version); support QC3.0 and RTC; support Battery Management System; hot-swap
- Notification
- Sound, LED indicator, vibrator
- Expansion Slot
- 1 for SIM card, 1 for SIM or TF card; supports eSIM (optional)
- Interfaces
- USB 3.0 Type-C with OTG and water-drop detection; bottom contacts: 2-pin for charging; rear contacts: 2-pin for handle button extension; 12-pin for optional expansion(optional); 12-pin contacts for UHF back clip and battery charging
- Audio
- 2 microphones, 1 for noise cancellation; 1 speaker
- Keypad
- 1 Power key, 2 scan keys, 1 volume (+/-) keys, 1 multifunctional key
- Sensors
- G-sensor, light sensor, proximity sensor, geomagnetic sensor, gyro / accelerometer combo sensor
Communication
- WLAN
- Supports 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac; fast roaming supported; optional Wi-Fi 6
- WWAN
- 2G: GSM/EDGE/GPRS (850/900/1800/1900)
3G: WCDMA (B1/B2/B4/B5/B8)
4G: LTE-FDD: B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B12/B13/B17/B20/B25/B26/B28A/B28B; LTE-TDD: B34/B38/B39/B40/B41 - Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 5.0, headset support
- Vo-LTE
- Support Vo-LTE HD video voice call
- GNSS
- Standard version: GPS, BeiDou, GLONASS, and Galileo; AGPS supported. Built in UHF version: GPS, BeiDou, GLONASS, and Galileo; AGPS supported; supports L1+L5 dual-frequency positioning
Developing Environment
- Operating System
- Android 16
- SDK
- CedaGlo Software Development Kit
- Language
- Java
- Tool
- Eclipse/Android Studio
Performance
- CPU
- Octa-core 2.8GHz
- RAM+ROM
- UFS: 4GB + 64GB / 6GB + 64GB / 8GB + 256GB (optional)
- Expansion
- Supports up to 256GB TF card (Supports Extreme Micro SD Card 512GB)
User Environment
- Operating Temp.
- -4° F to 122° F (-20° C to 50° C)
- Storage Temp.
- -40° F to 158° F (-40° C to 70° C)
- Humidity
- 5%RH - 95%RH non condensing
- Drop Specification
- Passed 1.5 m/4.92 ft. drop test to MIL-STD-810H standard
- Tumble Specification
- 1000 x 0.5m / 1.64ft. falls, IEC compliant
- Sealing
- IP67 per IEC sealing specifications
- ESD
- ±15 kV air discharge, ±8 kV contact discharge
Barcode Scanning
- 2D Scanner
- Zebra SE4710, SE55; CM60
- 1D Symbologies
- UPC/EAN, Code128, Code39, Code93, Code11, Interleaved 2 of 5, Discrete 2 of 5, Chinese 2 of 5, Codabar, MSI, RSS, etc.
- 2D Symbologies
- PDF417, MicroPDF417, Composite, RSS, TLC-39, Datamatrix, QR code, Micro QR code, Aztec, MaxiCode; Postal Codes: US PostNet, US Planet, UK Postal, Australian Postal, JapanPostal, Dutch Postal (KIX), etc.
UHF (Built-in)
- Engine
- Based on Impinj E-Series chip
- Frequency
- 865-868MHz / 920-925MHz / 902-928MHz
- Impinj Gen2X
- Supported
- Protocol
- EPC global Class 1 Gen 2 / ISO18000-63 RFID
- Antenna
- Circularly polarized antenna
- Power
- 1-30dBm, step 1dB
- Max Read Range
- 5m
- Fastest Read Rate
- 750+ tags/sec
* MC51S UHF (Built-in) * Read rates are tested in a low-interference laboratory * Read ranges are measured outdoors in an open environment. Results depend on tags and operating conditions
UHF Back Clip
- Engine
- Based on Impinj E-Series chip
- Frequency
- 865-868MHz / 920-925MHz / 902-928MHz (custom-design for frequency band)
- Impinj Gen2X
- Supported
- Protocol
- EPC global Class 1 Gen 2 / ISO18000-63 RFID
- Antenna
- Circularly polarized antenna
- Power
- 1-30dBm, step 1dB
- Max Read Range
- 30m+ (varies by tag)
- Fastest Read Rate
- 1300+ tags/sec
* MC51S UHF Back Clip * Read rates are tested in a low-interference laboratory * Read ranges are measured outdoors in an open environment. Results depend on tags and operating conditions * UHF Back Clip is an optional accessory
Camera
- Front Camera
- 5MP
- Rear Camera
- 16MP Autofocus with flash
NFC
- Frequency
- 13.56 MHz
- Protocol
- ISO14443A/B, ISO15693, NFC-IP1, NFC-IP2, etc.
- Chips
- M1 card (S50, S70), CPU card, NFC tags, etc
- Range
- 2-4 cm
Optional Accessories
- Accessories
- Standard: 9V/2A power adapter, USB cable, wrist strap. Optional: Handle, charging cradle, holster, etc.
Every row above is taken from our MC51S configuration sheet.
Where Teams Put the MC51S to Work
Warehouse put-away and picking
- IP67 sealing holds up in dusty racking and cold rooms
- 5000mAh hot-swap battery keeps cycle counts running across shifts
- 1.5m/4.92 ft. drop rating survives falls from the top rack
The result: fewer swapped-out devices and fewer re-scans per aisle.
Parcel sorting and dispatch
- The Zebra SE4710 engine reads crushed and angled labels on the first pass
- Built-in UHF clears tagged parcels at 750+ tags/sec
- USB 3.0 Type-C with water-drop detection stands up to a wet dock
The result: parcels move through sortation without a manual keyer.
Line-side parts and traceability
- 2D scanning reads Datamatrix and QR codes marked on components
- The Corning Gorilla Glass panel works under gloves at the workstation
- 8GB + 256GB memory holds a full day of scan records on the device
The result: every part traces to its tray without paper travelers.
Store inventory and price checks
- Built-in UHF reads apparel RFID tags out to 5m along a rack
- 1D and 2D scanning covers barcoded price and shelf labels
- The 6" display shows stock and price lookups at a glance
The result: floor staff run cycle counts between customers, not after hours.
Why Buy the MC51S From CedaGlo
Components you can verify
Every scan engine, RFID chip, glass panel, and radio on the MC51S comes from a named vendor. Check each one against its own datasheet, so the spec sheet you sign off on matches the hardware that ships to your dock.
Configured to your workflow
Order the standard build for barcode and NFC work, or the built-in UHF build for passive RFID. Add the pistol grip or UHF back clip when a task needs them, and we confirm the exact build in writing with your order.
Try it before you commit
Ask for an evaluation unit and run the MC51S through a full shift on your own floor. Test the scan engine against your worst labels and the battery against your real cycle counts before a single purchase order.
Supported for the long run
The MC51S runs on a current, well-supported Android platform built for a long service life. Spare batteries, handles, and cradles stay available, and replacement terms are confirmed in writing with your order.
From US$529 per unit for 1–9 units in the standard configuration; higher configurations are quoted by our sales engineers. MOQ: 1 unit. The MC51S Mobile Computer is built and tested in-house and quoted per configuration, with distributor pricing for resellers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far can the MC51S read RFID tags?
The built-in UHF build reads passive RFID tags out to 5m, at 750 or more tags per second. The optional UHF back clip extends the range to 30m or more. Read ranges are measured outdoors in an open environment, and actual results vary with the tag and operating conditions.
Which MC51S configuration should I choose?
Choose the standard build if your work is barcode scanning with an occasional NFC tap, since it keeps the 13.56 MHz NFC reader. Choose the built-in UHF build if you read passive RFID tags, as it adds a 5m UHF engine and L1 plus L5 dual-frequency positioning. Both builds share the same scan engines, display, and battery.
What components are inside the MC51S?
Barcode scanning uses a Zebra SE4710, SE55, or CM60 engine. UHF RFID is based on an Impinj E-Series chip, the touch panel is Corning Gorilla Glass, and the device runs Android 16. Each of these is a named part you can check against the vendor's own datasheet.
How long does the MC51S run on a charge?
The MC51S uses a 5000mAh removable main battery that supports hot-swap, so a drained battery is exchanged for a charged one without a full shutdown. The optional pistol-grip handle adds a second removable 5,200 mAh battery for high-volume scanning. Runtime depends on your scanning rate, screen brightness, and radio use.
How rugged is the MC51S?
The MC51S is sealed to IP67 per IEC specifications and passed a 1.5m/4.92 ft. drop test to the MIL-STD-810H standard, plus 1000 tumbles from 0.5m. Its operating temperature range runs from minus 20 to 50 degrees Celsius. These figures come straight from our configuration sheet.
How is the MC51S supported after purchase?
Spare batteries, pistol-grip handles, charging cradles, and holsters remain available as listed accessories. Warranty length, spare-part terms, and RMA handling are confirmed in writing with your order. Ask for the current terms when you request a quote.
Is there a minimum order for the MC51S Mobile Computer?
The MC51S Mobile Computer can be ordered from 1 unit, priced by the configuration you choose, with distributor and volume pricing on request.
Is OEM or private label available for the MC51S Mobile Computer?
Yes. OEM and private-label MC51S Mobile Computer builds cover scan engine, UHF back clip or built-in UHF, memory, software preload, accessories and housing logo, all set at assembly in our Shenzhen factory.
How do you check the MC51S Mobile Computer before delivery?
Before shipment we run Wi-Fi and cellular connection checks, screen, touch and key tests and barcode scan-engine checks. Assembly and testing happen in our Shenzhen factory, certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO/IEC 27001.
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Both builds run Android 16 on one octa-core 2.8GHz platform and share a 5000mAh hot-swap battery, so a mixed fleet stays on a single software image. Only data capture differs: Zebra scan engines for barcodes, an Impinj E-Series reader for passive UHF. Send us your labels, tags, and networks for a configuration proposal and a lead time.