ACR39U Smart Card Reader — High-Performance Contact Smart Card Solution
Solution: The ACR39U Smart Card Reader addresses these challenges with a compact, robust design, advanced performance, and broad compliance. It supports ISO 7816 Class A/B/C smart cards, microprocessor cards (T=0/T=1), CAC, MyKad, PIV, SIPRNET, and J-LIS cards, providing a versatile solution for secure access, transaction authentication, and card-based applications.
ACR39U Smart Card Reader – Secure USB Contact Card Reader for Banking & ID
Data & Performance:
- Durability: Up to 200,000 card insertion cycles.
- Speed: USB 2.0 Full Speed interface, compatible with USB 3.0; smart card read/write speeds up to 600 Kbps.
- Compatibility: Supports Windows®, Linux®, macOS®, Solaris™, and Android™ 3.1+ devices.
- Interface & Integration: Plug-and-play with PC/SC and CCID compliance; supports CT-API.
- Certifications: EMV™ Level 1 (Contact), PBOC Level 1 (Contact), J-LIS, TAA, CE, FCC, UKCA, RoHS, REACH, Microsoft® WHQL.
Conclusion & Value: The ACR39U delivers reliable, fast, and secure smart card reading in a compact, mobile-friendly form factor. Its high durability, multi-platform support, and extensive certifications make it an ideal choice for enterprises, banks, government agencies, and other security-focused applications.
Key Applications
- E-Banking and online payment authentication
- Government ID verification and secure access
- CAC, PIV, MyKad, J-LIS, and SIPRNET card management
- Digital signature and secure document processing
Technical Specifications
| Category | Parameter | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Physical | Dimensions | 72.2 × 69.0 × 14.5 mm |
| Weight | 65 g | |
| USB Interface | Protocol | USB 2.0 Full Speed, compatible with USB 3.0 |
| Connector | USB Type-A | |
| Cable | 1.5 m (non-detachable) | |
| Smart Card Interface | Standards | ISO 7816 Parts 1-4 Class A/B/C (5V, 3V, 1.8V) |
| Protocol | T=0, T=1, Memory Card Support | |
| Other Supported Cards | MyKad, CAC, PIV, J-LIS, SIPRNET | |
| APIs | Support | PC/SC, CT-API |
| Operating Systems | Supported | Windows®, Linux®, macOS®, Solaris™, Android™ 3.1+ |
| Certifications | Security & Standards | EMV™ Level 1 (Contact), PBOC Level 1, J-LIS, TAA |
| Regulatory | CE, IEC/EN 62368, FCC, VCCI, UKCA, RoHS, REACH, KCC, UL, BIS |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Which cards can the ACR39U read?
A1: ISO 7816 Class A/B/C cards, CAC, PIV, MyKad, SIPRNET, J-LIS, microprocessor and memory cards.
Q2: Which operating systems are supported?
A2: Windows®, Linux®, macOS®, Solaris™, and Android™ 3.1+.
Q3: Is the device plug-and-play?
A3: Yes, it supports USB CCID with PC/SC compliance; no additional driver installation is required.
Q4: What certifications does it have?
A4: EMV™ Level 1 (Contact), PBOC Level 1, J-LIS, TAA, CE, FCC, UKCA, RoHS, REACH, Microsoft® WHQL.
Q5: How durable is the reader?
A5: It supports up to 200,000 card insertion cycles for long-term reliability.














