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Silver rectangular USB-C card reader with brushed aluminum housing, SD, microSD and CompactFlash slots

STARTECH

STARTECH FCREADU3C 3-in-1 USB-C 3.0 card reader SD microSD CompactFlash

SKU CH-8K4F-BJWQ8 MPN FCREADU3C

Read SD, microSD and CompactFlash cards on any USB-C device at 5 Gbit/s, no drivers required

  • Interface type1 x USB Type-C (24 pin) USB 3.0 Receptacle - 5 Gbit/s
  • Slots1 x Micro-SD 1 x SD / MMC 1 x CF (Compact Flash I/II Card)
  • Installation typeExternal
  • Support - compact flashCF (Compact Flash I/II Card)
  • Support - SDSD/MMC (Secure Digital/Multimedia Card) SDHC (Secure Digital
  • Product type3-in-1
  • Read SD, microSD and CompactFlash cards on USB-C devices
  • USB 3.0 interface delivers 5 Gbit/s transfer speeds
  • Compact 0.60" x 2.50" x 2.70" design fits any bag
  • Works instantly with no drivers on any operating system
  • Backward compatible with USB 2.0 ports

USB-C 3.0 card reader for mobile workflows

The StarTech FCREADU3C connects SD, microSD and CompactFlash cards to any USB-C device at 5 Gbit/s. It draws power from the host so no external supply is needed. Photographers and videographers can offload footage directly to a laptop, tablet or smartphone without driver installation. The reader suits field work where multiple card formats are used.

Plug-and-play setup with one common snag

Insert the reader into a USB-C port and the operating system recognises it immediately — Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS, Android and iPadOS are all supported. The only frequent issue is a loose fit on recessed ports; a short USB-C extension cable solves it. No firmware updates or configuration utilities are required.

Steady throughput during long offloads

Sustained transfers of large RAW batches or 4K clips hold close to the USB 3.0 bulk-endpoint limit without throttling. The aluminium housing acts as a passive heatsink, keeping the controller stable during multi-gigabyte writes. Performance drops only when the host controller shares bandwidth with other high-demand peripherals.

How it compares

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Price $35.99
Pricier than about 80% of the 511 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameFCREADU3C
Product type3-in-1
Product colorSilver
Ports & slots
Interface type1 x USB Type-C (24 pin) USB 3.0 Receptacle - 5 Gbit/s
Slots1 x Micro-SD
1 x SD / MMC
1 x CF (Compact Flash I/II Card)
Size & build
Product dimensions0.6 in × 2.5 in × 2.7 in
Shipping weight0.10 kg
Package size125 × 100 × 25 mm
Compatibility
Compatible withOS Compatibility: OS independent; No software or drivers required
Support - compact flashCF (Compact Flash I/II Card)
In the box
In the box1 x multi-card reader and writer
1 x quick-start guide
More details
Installation typeExternal

Questions about this item

How can I verify the FCREADU3C is working correctly after connecting it to my USB-C device?

The reader requires no drivers or software; when a supported SD, microSD or CompactFlash card is inserted, the host device should recognise it immediately and allow file transfer.

What comes in the box with the FCREADU3C and what must I provide separately?

The package includes the multi-card reader and a quick-start guide; you must supply your own USB-C cable and the memory cards you wish to read.

Which card types does the FCREADU3C support so I know it matches my media?

It accepts SD, SDHC, SDXC, microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC and CompactFlash I/II cards through its three dedicated slots.

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