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Black rectangular barcode card reader with wide slot and USB cable

UNITECH

UNITECH MS146-IUCB00-SG credit card reader

SKU CH-H44D-MTFHM MPN MS146-IUCB00-SG

Infrared slot reader scans barcodes on cards and badges at up to 30 inches per second with IP54-sealed optics and USB connection

  • Interface typeUSB
  • Max read speedScan Speed: 2.0 in - 30 in per second
  • Illumination sourceInfrared: 930 nm LED
  • Humidity range0% to 95% RH non-condensing
  • Operating temperature range0 to 50 degrees Celsius
  • Storage temperature range-20 to 60 degrees Celsius

Interface USB

Model No Accessories

  • Fast scanning up to 27 inches per second for quick transactions
  • Sealed IP54 optical system resists dust, water spills and 5-foot drops
  • Infrared 930 nm LED reads barcodes hidden behind black security panels
  • Wide slot accepts cards of many sizes and thicknesses
  • USB interface connects directly to popular computers and POS devices

Purpose-built slot reader

The UNITECH MS146-IUCB00-SG is a multidirectional infrared 1D barcode card reader that connects through a USB interface. It is designed for time and attendance, security, and access control applications that rely on badges, cards, or pre-printed forms. The wide slot accepts cards of many different sizes and widths for flexible desk-top or side-mounted wall installation.

Replaces manual or fixed-mount entry

The sealed optical system with IP54 rugged housing protects against dust, dirt, water spills, and repeated 5-foot drops to concrete, upgrading from readers that fail in harsh environments. It reads at 2.0 to 30 inches per second with 6 mil minimum resolution and a .07 inch depth of field, so the jump is worth it when faster throughput and durable sealing are required for high-volume check-in or check-out points.

Suits industrial access control teams

This unit fits operations that need multidirectional scanning, high print contrast tolerance of 0.6 minimum, and broad symbology support including Code 39, Code 128, EAN-13, and UPC-A. Buyers who require contactless payment processing, 2D barcode capture, or wireless connectivity should look at other product categories.

How it compares

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Price $92.99
Pricier than about 72% of the 48 comparable items (median $64.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameUNITECH AMERICA
Model nameMS146
Part numberMS146-IUCB00-SG
Product typeBarcode Reader
Product colorBlack
Performance
Max read speedScan Speed: 2.0 in - 30 in per second
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB
Size & build
Product dimensions3.75 in × 1.38 in × 1.88 in
Product weight0.42 lb (0.19 kg)
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size229 × 229 × 178 mm
Environment & compliance
Humidity range0% to 95% RH non-condensing
Operating temperature range0 to 50 degrees Celsius
Storage temperature range-20 to 60 degrees Celsius
More details
Illumination sourceInfrared: 930 nm LED

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Questions about this item

What are the dimensions of the UNITECH MS146-IUCB00-SG for desk or wall mounting?

The reader measures 3.75 inches wide by 1.38 inches deep by 1.88 inches high and weighs 0.42 lb, so it fits on a desktop or can be side-mounted on a wall without special brackets.

How do I install the USB interface on the MS146, and what step is often missed?

Plug the included USB cable into a host port; the device draws power from USB, so the step often missed is confirming the host supplies enough current before mounting the reader.

When should I clean the optical slot on this infrared slot reader?

Clean the sealed optical window if scan rates drop below the 50 to 700 mm per second range; the IP54 housing resists dust and water, but debris in the slot can block the 930 nm LED.

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