Introducing the ACR40U, ACS's latest compact highspeed USB contact smart card reader. It provides seamless support for ISO 7816 Class A, B, and C smart cards, microprocessor cards using T=0 and T=1 protocols, and a wide range of memory cards available in the market. 

The ACR40U features two LED lights, indicating card and reader status. Exciting new additions include firmware upgradability and on-device user data storage, catering to various application scenarios. The ACR40U ensures compliance with CCID, PC/SC, and Microsoft® WHQL standards. It offers compatibility with multiple operating systems such as Windows®, Linux®, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, and Android™. 

Furthermore, both USB Type-A and Type-C interface options are available, allowing for seamless connectivity and expanding the reader's versatility and convenience.

PC-Linked USB Single Contact Card Slot
  • USB 2.0 Full Speed Interface
  • USB Type A
  • Plug and Play – CCID support brings utmost mobility
  • Smart Card Reader:
    • Supports ISO 7816 Class A, B, and C (5 V, 3 V, 1.8 V) cards
    • Supports CAC
    • Supports SIPRNET Card
    • Supports MyKad
    • Supports J-LIS Card
    • Supports microprocessor cards with T=0 or T=1 protocol
    • Supports memory cards
    • Supports PPS (Protocol and Parameters Selection)
    • Features Short-Circuit Protection
  • Application Programming Interface:
    • Supports PC/SC
    • Support CT-API
  • Supports all major operating systems
    • Windows®, Linux®, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, Android™, Solaris™
Physical Characteristics
Dimensions (mm) 55 mm (L) × 65.0 mm (W) × 9.0 mm (H)
Weight (g) 40.0 g ± 5.0 g
USB Interface
Protocol USB CCID
Connector Type Standard Type A, Type C
Power Source From USB Port
Speed USB 2.0 Full Speed (12 Mbps)
Cable Length 1 m, Fixed
Contact Smart Card Interface
Number of Slots 1 Full-sized Card Slot
Standard ISO 7816 Parts 1-4, Class A, B, C (5 V, 3 V, 1.8 V)
Protocol T=0; T=1; Memory Card Support
Others Mykad, CAC, J-LIS, SIPRNET Card
Certifications/Compliance
Certifications/Compliance EN62368/IEC 62368
CE
FCC
RoHS
REACH
EMV™ Level 1 (Contact)
UL 62368
J-LIS
KC
PBOC Level 1(Contact)
TAA
UKCA
UL
VCCI
WEEE
USB 2.0 Full Speed
Microsoft® WHQL
Device Driver Operating System Support
Device Driver Operating System Support Windows®
Linux®
macOS
IOS
iPadOS
Android™
Solaris™
Drivers for ACR40U (Standard)
USB Interface OS Support
PC/SC Driver Installer  4.77 MB
Version 1.0.4.0
07-Sep-2023
Windows®
PC/SC Driver Package  3.17 MB
Version 1.1.10
04-Aug-2023
Linux®
PC/SC Driver Installer  279.71 KB
Version 1.1.11.1
26-Aug-2024
macOS®
Android EVK  1.56 MB
Version 1.1.6
21-Dec-2023
Android™ 3.1 or above



Manuals & Datasheets for ACR40U (Standard)
Reference Manual

Reference Manual of ACR40U Contact Smart Card Reader

Technical Specification

Technical Specification of ACR40U (Standard) Contact Smart Card Reader