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Small black rectangular USB magnetic stripe reader with cable attached

MagTek, Inc

MagTek, Inc 21040110 USB credit card reader

SKU CH-7TJS-3Y197 MPN 21040110

USB magnetic-stripe reader captures track 1 and 2 data at up to 60 IPS with keyboard emulation

  • Interface typeUSB-Keyboard Emulation
  • Max read speed3 to 60 IPS
  • Track1 & 2
  • Card formatISO/AAMVA /JIS
  • Product typeMagStripe Reader
  • Product colorBlack
  • Reads cards in either direction with bidirectional swipe
  • Connects instantly via USB keyboard emulation no drivers needed
  • Powered directly from the USB bus no external supply
  • Compact 3.94" x 1.28" x 1.23" design fits any counter
  • Durable head rated for 1,000,000 passes with ISO cards

USB credit-card reader for point-of-sale

The MagTek 21040110 is a magnetic-stripe reader that connects through a USB port and presents itself as a keyboard-emulation device. It reads track 1 and track 2 data from cards conforming to ISO, ANSI, CDL and AAMVA standards at speeds from 3 to 60 inches per second. The unit draws power from the USB bus so no external supply is needed.

Thermals noise and power in daily use

Because the reader is powered entirely by the USB connection its power draw is minimal and it generates no audible noise or noticeable heat during operation. The electronics are rated for 125,000 hours MTBF while the head is rated for one million passes with ISO-conforming cards. Operating temperature range is 0 °C to 55 °C and storage range is –30 °C to 70 °C.

Bundled cable and emulation modes

The package includes a USB interface cable that enables immediate connection to any computer or terminal with a USB 1.1 port. The device supports both USB HID class vendor-defined MSR emulation and keyboard emulation, allowing software to receive card data either as raw track information or as simulated keystrokes without extra drivers.

How it compares

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Price $51.99
Cheaper than about 65% of the 48 comparable items (median $64.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameMagTek
Model name21040110
Product typeMagStripe Reader
Product colorBlack
Performance
Max read speed3 to 60 IPS
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB-Keyboard Emulation
Size & build
Product dimensions3.94 in × 1.28 in × 1.23 in(L × W × H)
Product weight4.5 oz (127.57 g)
Shipping weight0.17 kg
Package size127 × 91 × 48 mm
More details
Track1 & 2
Card formatISO/AAMVA /JIS

Questions about this item

How do I install the MagTek 21040110 reader and what step is often missed?

Plug the included USB cable into any USB port; the device draws power from the bus so no external supply is needed. The step people miss is confirming the OS has loaded the HID keyboard-emulation driver before the first swipe.

What maintenance or replacement will the MagTek 21040110 need later?

The magnetic head is rated for 1,000,000 passes with ISO-conforming cards; after that the head should be replaced to maintain reliable reads.

What limit appears first during sustained heavy use of the MagTek 21040110?

The head life of 1,000,000 passes is reached well before the electronics MTBF of 125,000 hours, so head wear is the first limit under continuous swiping.

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