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Compact black USB 3.0 CF card reader with single slot

TOPRAM

TOPRAM RV34 USB 3.0 CF CompactFlash Card Reader

SKU CH-XBH1-9FD8J

Reads CompactFlash Type I cards at USB 3.0 speeds with backward compatibility

  • Interface typeCompact Flash
  • Installation typeExternal
  • Product type1 card
  • USB 3.0 delivers 5 Gbps transfer speed for fast CF card access
  • Single CompactFlash Type I slot reads cards up to 128 GB capacity
  • Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ports on older systems
  • Compact slim design fits in a laptop bag for portable card reading
  • Bus-powered plug-and-play operation requires no external power adapter

CompactFlash USB 3.0 reader

The TOPRAM RV34 is a single-slot external reader for CompactFlash Type I cards. It connects through a USB 3.0 interface and is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 hosts. The unit draws power from the USB bus and requires no external adapter. It targets photographers and technicians who need to transfer images or data from legacy CF media.

Slim plug-and-play enclosure

The compact housing holds one card and supports hot-swap operation so cards can be exchanged without restarting the computer. A single USB cable carries both data and power, keeping the desk free of extra cords. The lightweight build makes it easy to carry in a laptop bag for field offloads.

Limited to CF Type I and 128 GB

The reader accepts only CompactFlash Type I cards and the supplier notes support up to 128 GB capacity. Cards larger than that or Type II cards will not work. Transfer speed is capped by the USB 3.0 super-speed ceiling of 5 Gbps and by the card’s own rating. Buyers needing SD, microSD or CFexpress support must choose a different device.

How it compares

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Price $6.99
Cheaper than about 92% of the 511 comparable items (median $18.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameTOPRAM
Model nameUSB 3.0
Product type1 card
Ports & slots
Interface typeCompact Flash
Compatibility
Support - compact flashYes
More details
Installation typeExternal

Questions about this item

What USB standard does the TOPRAM RV34 use and what practical transfer ceiling does that impose?

It uses USB 3.0, so the interface tops out at 5 Gbps in super-speed mode.

What physical card size and type does the single slot accept?

The slot takes one CompactFlash Type I card and nothing thicker.

How do I install the reader and what step do people often skip?

Plug it into a USB port — no driver needed — then insert the card; the step many miss is waiting for the OS to recognise the volume before removing it.

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