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Small white rectangular card reader with USB-C plug and removable USB-A adapter, three card slots on one side

TIANSONG XC5U-W RFID card reader

SKU CH-5EFJ-RSWKB MPN XC5U-W

A 5-in-1 card reader with USB-C and USB-A connectors reads SD, MicroSD and Memory Stick cards up to 2 TB on phones, tablets and laptops

  • Product dimensions2.4892 L × 12.3952 W × 19.5072 H centimeters
  • Product weight0.05 kg
  • Reads SD, MicroSD and Memory Stick cards up to 2 TB
  • Dual USB-C and USB-A connectors fit modern and legacy ports
  • OTG support lets phones and tablets access cards directly
  • Compact 2.4892 × 12.3952 × 19.5072 cm design weighs only 0.05 kg
  • Works with iPhone 15/16/17, iPad Pro, MacBook, Surface and Android devices

Portable 5-in-1 card reader

The TIANSONG XC5U-W is a compact multi-slot reader with USB-C and USB-A connectors. It accepts SD, microSD and Memory Stick media up to 2 TB capacity. Photographers and videographers can offload camera footage directly to smartphones, tablets or laptops without extra cables. The lightweight 0.05 kg body fits easily in a camera bag.

Wide USB-C device support, not for Lightning

Works with USB-C iPhone 15, 16 and 17 series, iPad Pro, MacBook, Surface and many Android phones. The detachable USB-A adapter adds compatibility with older computers. Buyers using iPhone 5 through 14 or Lightning iPads cannot connect this reader. Users needing CFexpress, XQD or CF card slots should look at a different device.

Dual-connector flexibility decides fit

The built-in USB-C plug and removable USB-A adapter let the same unit serve modern USB-C hosts and legacy USB-A ports. This single hardware feature determines whether the reader matches your current and older devices.

How it compares

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Price $15.99
Cheaper than about 77% of the 294 comparable items (median $21.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameTIANSONG
Model nameXC5U-W
Size & build
Product dimensions2.4892 L × 12.3952 W × 19.5072 H centimeters
Product weight0.05 kg

Questions about this item

How do I install the TIANSONG XC5U-W card reader on my USB-C device, and what step do people often miss?

Plug the USB-C connector directly into the device; if using a USB-A port, attach the supplied USB-C to USB adapter first. The step people miss is connecting the adapter before inserting the reader.

What maintenance or replacement will the TIANSONG XC5U-W need later?

No routine maintenance is required; keep the three card slots and both connectors free of dust and debris. Replace the unit only if a connector becomes loose or a slot stops reading cards.

What limit appears first during sustained transfers with the TIANSONG XC5U-W?

Transfer speed is limited by the USB interface of the host device and the memory card's own rating; the reader supports cards up to 2 TB capacity.

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