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Compact USB-C smart card reader with tethered USB-A adapter, matte black finish

Adesso

Adesso SCR-400 USB-C Smart Card Reader with USB-A Adapter

SKU CH-472T-MT66D

USB-C smart card reader with tethered USB-A adapter reads CAC, PIV, national ID and banking chip cards on Windows and Mac

  • Reads CAC, PIV, national ID, and banking chip cards for secure government and financial access
  • Dual USB-C and tethered USB-A adapter works with modern and legacy computers without extra cables
  • Plug-and-play on Windows 11 through XP and Mac OS X 10.6+ with no driver installation
  • FIPS 201, EMV 4.0 Level 1, USB-IF, and Microsoft WHQL certified for federal and industry compliance
  • Compact 2.5 x 3.3 x 0.375 inch, 2.12 ounce design fits any desk and travels easily

Adesso SCR-400 USB-C Smart Card Reader

The Adesso SCR-400 is a contact smart card reader designed for military personnel, government employees, federal contractors, and healthcare professionals who require FIPS 201 compliant authentication at their workstation. It reads CAC, PIV, national ID, and banking chip cards to enable access to platforms such as ActivClient, AKO, and Disa Enterprise Email.

Dual USB-C and Tethered USB-A Adapter

The reader connects via USB-C to modern desktops and laptops while the included tethered USB-A adapter provides backward compatibility with legacy USB-A ports. This dual connectivity eliminates the need for separate cables or hubs when switching between current and older computers. The device operates at USB 2.0 full speed and meets USB-IF certification requirements.

Compact Build with Broad OS Support

Measuring 2.5 x 3.3 x 0.375 inches and weighing 2.12 ounces, the reader occupies minimal desk space and is easy to transport between workstations. It supports ISO 7816 Class A, B, and C cards at 5V, 3V, and 1.8V with T0 and T1 protocols. Plug-and-play setup works on Windows 11, 10, 8, 7, Vista, XP, 2000, and Mac OS X 10.6 and above without manual driver installation.

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Price $17.99
Cheaper than about 55% of the 511 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

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Questions about this item

How often does the smart card slot mechanism need cleaning or replacement?

The ISO 7816 contact reader has no moving parts, so the slot itself does not require scheduled cleaning or replacement under normal use.

What limits throughput when the reader is used continuously?

The USB 2.0 full speed interface caps data rate, so the bus bandwidth is the first bottleneck during sustained card transactions.

How much heat and noise does it produce when left plugged in all day?

It has no fan and draws minimal USB power, so it runs silently and stays barely above ambient temperature during continuous operation.

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