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Black rectangular credit card reader with magnetic stripe slot and barcode window, USB and RS-232 emulation interface

ID TECH

ID TECH OMNI WCR3227-633UC credit card reader

SKU CH-7NDV-2SMXW MPN WCR3227-633UC

Barcode and mag-stripe reader with USB and RS-232 emulation, reading three tracks at up to 60 IPS

  • Interface typeUSB, RS-232 Emulation
  • Max read speed3 to 60 IPS
  • Track1, 2 & 3
  • Card formatISO 7811/AAMVA/CADMV
  • Head duty cycle (passes)1,000,000
  • Product typeBarcode & MagStripe Reader
  • Reads three magnetic tracks in one swipe for fast checkout
  • USB and RS-232 emulation connect to most POS systems
  • Die-cast base with stainless steel plate resists heavy use
  • 1,000,000-pass head life lowers replacement frequency
  • Also reads barcodes so one device handles both media

Multi-track magstripe and barcode reader

The OMNI WCR3227-633UC reads up to three tracks of magnetic data in a single swipe, supporting ISO 7811, AAMVA and CADMV card formats. It also captures most barcode symbologies, including infrared codes, during the same pass. A beeper and three-colour LED confirm each successful read.

Suited for unattended kiosks and access control

Die-cast metal construction with a stainless steel wear plate makes the unit resistant to heavy public use and vandalism. Programmable data formatting lets integrators match output to existing host software without middleware. Businesses needing contactless NFC or chip-card EMV processing should look elsewhere, as this model handles only magnetic stripe and barcode media.

USB with RS-232 emulation interface

The reader connects via USB while presenting an RS-232 emulation layer, allowing legacy serial-based point-of-sale or time-and-attendance applications to communicate without rewiring. Swipe speed is rated from 3 to 60 inches per second, and the magnetic head is rated for 1,000,000 passes.

How it compares

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Price $117.99
Pricier than about 80% of the 48 comparable items (median $64.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameID TECH
Model nameOMNI
Part numberWCR3227-633UC
Product typeBarcode & MagStripe Reader
Product colorBlack
Performance
Max read speed3 to 60 IPS
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB, RS-232 Emulation
Size & build
Product dimensions5 in × 2.05 in × 1.38 in
Product weight1.4 lb (including power pack).
Shipping weight0.64 kg
Package size127 × 52 × 35 mm
More details
Track1, 2 & 3
Card formatISO 7811/AAMVA/CADMV
Head duty cycle (passes)1,000,000

Questions about this item

How do I install the WCR3227-633UC and which step is often missed?

Connect the USB cable; the reader uses RS-232 emulation so you must install the virtual COM port driver before the POS software can recognise the device.

What part of the OMNI reader will need replacement after heavy use?

The magnetic head is rated for 1,000,000 swipe passes; once that cycle count is reached the head should be replaced to maintain read reliability.

What limit appears first during continuous swiping?

The maximum read speed is 60 inches per second; sustained operation at that rate will hit the head duty cycle of 1,000,000 passes before any other constraint.

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