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Tiny black microSD card reader with short USB cable

ELECSHELL

ELECSHELL Micro SD/SDHC USB 2.0 Card Reader Black

SKU CH-TC21-X6Z64

Reads microSD and microSDHC cards via USB 2.0, weighs 4 g and measures 3.2 × 1.5 × 0.7 cm

  • Product type1 card
  • Reads microSD and microSDHC cards up to 16 GB
  • USB 2.0 interface compliant with SD 2.00 specification
  • Plug-and-play on USB 2.0 or 1.1 ports, no drivers needed
  • Ultra-compact at 3.2 x 1.5 x 0.7 cm and 4 g
  • Doubles as a USB flash drive when a card is inserted

Compact USB 2.0 reader for microSD and microSDHC

This tiny black adapter accepts a single microSD or microSDHC card up to 16 GB and connects through a standard USB 2.0 or 1.1 port. It requires no driver installation and draws power directly from the host, making it a straightforward way to move photos or files from a phone, camera or tablet to a computer.

Steady throughput on USB 2.0 without throttling

Because the interface tops out at USB 2.0 speeds, sustained transfers of large batches run at the bus limit rather than the card's peak rate, so performance stays consistent once the buffer fills. The short 1.8-inch tether keeps the dongle close to the port, reducing strain during long copy sessions.

Replaces bulkier multi-slot readers

If you only ever carry one microSD card, this 3.2 x 1.5 x 0.7 cm unit eliminates the extra slots and bulk of larger hubs while adding virtually no weight at 0.14 oz. It is not suited for users who need simultaneous access to multiple cards or faster USB 3.x transfer rates.

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Price $4.99
Cheaper than about 96% of the 511 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

Product
Product type1 card

Questions about this item

How much heat or noise does the USB 2.0 card reader produce when left plugged in all day?

It has no moving parts and draws very little power over USB 2.0, so it runs silently and stays cool to the touch during continuous use.

What must I already own to use this reader with my computer?

You need a free USB 2.0 or 1.1 port and a microSD or microSDHC card up to 16 GB.

Will this reader work reliably with the older microSD cards I still have?

Yes, it reads microSD and microSDHC cards from 1 GB through 16 GB, covering the capacities listed for the device.

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