2d-matrix
PDF417 (PDF417)
Stacked 2D barcode format capable of holding large data payloads. Standard for airline boarding passes, US driver licenses, and customs manifests.
Governing Specification: ISO/IEC 15438:2015
Data Format & Required Fields
Stacked linear symbology consisting of 3 to 90 rows. Capable of storing over 1 kilobyte of data or digital signatures.
Allowed Character SetFull ASCII (0-127) and binary byte sequences.
Payload Length Rule Between 1 and 1800 characters
Example Valid Format
PRX-MANIFEST-SHIPMENT-ID-908234-SECUREIndustry Guidance & Practical Applications
- AAMVA-compliant US and Canadian driver license credentials
- IATA airline boarding passes (BCBP)
- Hazardous material manifests and postal shipping documentation
Packaging & Scanning Notes: Regulated by AAMVA for North American identification documents.
Symbol Constraints & Label Guidelines
- Wide aspect ratio requires adequate vertical and horizontal space.