ACR1552U USB NFC Reader Writer for ISO14443 Type A and B Contactless Cards, ISO 18092 NFC Tags and ISO15693 Smart Card

ACR1552U USB CCID NFC Reader Writer for ISO14443 Type A and B Contactless Cards, ISO 18092 NFC Tags and ISO15693 Smart Card

The ACR1552U USB NFC Reader IV is a CCID & PC/SC compliant smart card reader, developed based on 13.56MHz contactless technology. This plug-and-play NFC reader is equipped with a high-speed communication capability of up to 848 kbps and a built-in SAM slot, providing key diversification and mutual authentication to enhance the security of contactless transactions.

One of the feature highlights of the ACR1552U is extensive support for various types of smart cards, including ISO 14443 Type A and B Contactless Cards, MIF Cards, FeliCa, ISO 18092 NFC, and ISO 15693 Cards. The reader has USB firmware upgradability and extended APDU support, making it versatile and cost-effective hardware for various industries, such as finance, healthcare, and government.

It also offers intelligent support for three modes of NFC including,

• Smart Card reader/writer mode

• Card emulation mode

• Keyboard emulation mode

NFC technology not only supports payment functions but can also be used for a variety of applications such as access control systems, transportation ticketing, loyalty programs, etc. The flexibility of NFC readers allows for a wide range of potential applications and benefits.

Compatible with major operating systems such as Windows®, Linux®, macOS and Android™, the ACR1552U USB NFC Reader IV is powerful and adaptable. It is equipped with a wide range of advanced features and functionality to meet smart card applications that demand high levels of security and reliability.

Features

• USB 2.0 Full Speed Interface

• CCID Compliance

• Contactless Smart Card Reader:

  • Read/Write speed up to 848 kbps

  • Built-in antenna for contactless tag access, with card reading distance of up to 70 mm (depending on tag type)

  • Supports ISO 14443 Type A and B cards, ISO 15693 Cards  and ISO18092 NFC

  • Supports MIF (T=CL), FeliCa, NFC tags, SRI/SRIX, CTS, Innovatron, Picopass, Topaz Card

  • Built-in anti-collision feature

  • Supports extended APDU (max. 64 kbytes)

  • One ISO7816-compliant SAM slot (Class A)

  • NFC Support

    •    Smart Card Reader/Writer Mode

    •    Card Emulation Mode

    •    Keyboard Emulation Mode

• Application Programming Interface:

  • Supports PC/SC

  • Supports CT-API (through wrapper on top of PC/SC)

• Peripherals:

  • User-controllable bi-color LED (Blue & Green)

  • User-controllable buzzer (Monotone)

  • One SAM slot

• USB Firmware Upgradability

Tech Specs

Physical CharacteristicsDimensions (mm)Main Body: 98 x 65 x 12.8 mm
Antenna size: 50 x 40 mm

Weight (g)89 g

USB Interface

ProtocolUSB CCIDConnector Type

USB Type-A (ACR1552U-M1)

Power Source:  From USB port

Speed  USB Full Speed (12 Mbps)

Cable Length1m, Non-detachable

Contactless Smart Card Interface

Standard  ISO/IEC 18092 NFC, ISO 14443 Type A & B, ISO 15693, MIF, FeliCa

Protocol   ISO 14443-4 Compliant Card, T=CL
MIF  Classic Card, T=CL
ISO 15693  
ISO 18092 NFC Tags
FeliCa

SAM Card Interface

Number of Slots1 Standard SIM-sized Card Slot

Standard  ISO 7816 Class A (5V)ProtocolT=0; T=1

Built-in Peripherals LED1 bi-color: Blue and GreenBuzzer: Yes

Other Features

Other FeaturesSupported Card Types:

• ISO 14443 Type A & B Parts 1-4, ISO 15693, ISO 18092 NFC, MIF, FeliCa, SRI/SRIX, CTS, Innovatron, Picopass, Topaz Card

  NFC Features:

• Smart Card Reader/Writer, Keyboard Emulation, Card Emulation

Firmware Upgrade Supported

Certifications/Compliance

Certifications/ComplianceCertifications:

• IEC/EN 62368, CE, UKCA, FCC, VCCI, KC, J-LIS, RoHS, REACH, WEEE, Microsoft® WHQL

Compliance:

• USB CCID, PC/SC

Device Driver Operating System Support

Device Driver Operating System SupportWindows®, Linux®, macOS, Android™, iOS/iPadOS (16 or above)