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Black rectangular USB smart card reader with 1.5m cable and LED indicator

Hetai Tech

Hetai Tech USB 2.0 480Mbps Smart Card Reader Black 1.5m

SKU CH-G587-9YVEB

Reads SIM, CAC, bank, tax and other ISO 7816 smart cards over USB 2.0 at 480 Mbps with a 1.5 m cable

  • Product type8-in-1
  • Reads SIM, CAC, bank and tax cards with one device
  • USB 2.0 interface delivers 480 Mbps data transfer
  • Certified to PIV, EMV 2000 Level 1 and ISO 7816 standards
  • Works with Windows, Linux and macOS without extra drivers
  • Rated for over 100,000 insertion cycles for long life

USB 2.0 Smart Card Reader

The Hetai Tech USB 2.0 smart card reader connects via a standard USB 2.0 interface with a 480Mbps transmission speed. It supports a wide range of cards including SIM, IC, CAC, DNIE, ATM, ID, tax and bank cards. The device is compatible with Windows, Linux and Mac OS operating systems. It is designed for users needing secure authentication and digital signature capabilities.

8-in-1 Card Support and Voltage Range

This 8-in-1 reader handles 5V, 3V and 1.8V smart cards conforming to ISO/IEC 7816 Class A, AB and C standards. The 1.5m cable provides flexible placement for desktop use. It supports touch chip card operations for applications like online banking and various government or enterprise portals. The unit is rated for a service life of more than 100,000 insertions.

USB 2.0 Interface and Certification Limits

The reader operates over USB 2.0, limiting bandwidth to 480Mbps for all card communication. It meets PIV, EMS, EMV 2000 Level 1, VCCI and Microsoft WHQL certification standards. It does not support USB 3.0 or higher speeds. Buyers needing faster throughput or contactless NFC reading should consider other devices.

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Price $14.99
Cheaper than about 65% of the 511 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

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Product type8-in-1

Questions about this item

Will the 1.5 m USB 2.0 cable reach a rear port on an older tower without an extension?

The supplied cable is about 1.5 m long, which typically reaches rear motherboard ports on a standard desktop tower.

How do I confirm the reader is active after plugging it into a Windows 10 PC?

The built-in LED indicator lights up when the device is powered and recognised by the operating system.

Does the package include everything needed to read a CAC card on Linux, or must I buy a separate driver disc?

The box contains the reader and a driver CD; Linux support is listed but may require downloading current drivers from the vendor site.

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