The WalletMate II Boost is a versatile NFC reader module designed to enhance smartphone applications.
Certified for Apple and Google VAS protocols, it seamlessly supports virtual passes like loyalty cards, tickets,
and IDs across iOS and Android, offering a smooth, cardless experience with simple tap-to-go functionality.

 

Key Features

    • VAS Certified: Fully certified for Apple VAS (ECP1.0 & ECP2.0) and Google Smart Tap protocols.
    • Wide Compatibility: Supports ISO 14443 Type A & B, ISO 15693, ISO 18092 NFC, MIFARE® (Classic, DESFire®, Ultralight®, Plus®), FeliCa®, and Topaz.
    • NFC Modes: Supports Smart Card Reader/Writer, Keyboard Emulation, and Card Emulation modes.
    • Enhanced Security: The private keys for Apple VAS and Google Smart Tap are securely stored in the Secure Element, ensuring robust protection.
    • Flexible Interface: USB or RS-232 in one module
    • High Speed: Offers high-speed communication up to 848 kbps.
    • Reliable & Certified: MTBF of 500,000 hours and certifications including CE, FCC, RoHS, and Microsoft® WHQL.
    • Cross-platform Support: Compatible with Windows®, macOS®, Linux®, Android™ and iPadOS®.

 

Ideal Applications

    • Mobile Wallet NFC Applications: Loyalty cards, tickets, virtual passes, staff/student IDs and more...
    • Integration into Vending Machines, Kiosks, and Gaming Systems.

 

To further support developers, the WalletMate II Boost is compatible with the ACS VAS Test Tool.
Developed by Advanced Card Systems Ltd. (ACS), this tool is designed to test NFC-enabled Apple
Wallet Passes and Google Wallet Passes with WalletMate II Boost. If you would like to use the ACS
VAS Test Tool for various development needs, please contact us.

  • USB 2.0 Full Speed Interface
  • CCID Compliance
  • Apple VAS & Goolgle Smart Tap Certified
    • Certified by Apple and Google, work with their respective VAS (Value-added service) protocols
    • Support ECP1.0 and ECP 2.0 (further approval for ECP2.0 in process)
    • Long Term Private Key (LTPK) stored inside secure element for Google Smart Tap and Apple VAS
  • 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 ISO 18092 NFC
    • Supports MIFARE® (T=CL), FeliCa, NFC tags, SRI/SRIX, CTS, Innovatron, Picopass, Topaz Card
    • Built-in anti-collision feature
    • Supports extended APDU (max. 64 kbytes)
  • Support various NFC modes 
    • Smart Card Reader/Writer Mode
    • Card Emulation Mode
    • Keyboard Emulation Mode
  • Application Programming Interface
    • Apple VAS & Google Smart Tap API 
    • 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)
  • USB Firmware Upgradability
Physical Characteristics
Dimensions (mm) Main Body: 106.6 mm (L) x 67.0 mm (W) x 16.0 mm (H)
Weight (g) 20 g ± 0.2 g
USB Interface
Current Consumption Max. 300mA
Supply Voltage 5VDC
Connector Type USB Port connector (J2): 5pin, Molex KK 254 Wire-to-Board Header compatible
Serial Port Connector (J5): 5pin, JST B5B-XH-A compatible
Protocol USB or RS-232 (TTL, Upon request)
Speed USB 2.0 Full Speed (12 Mbps)
compatible with USB 3.0
Cable Length 1.5 m, Detachable (Optional)
Contactless Smart Card Interface
Standard ISO 18092 NFC, ISO 14443 Type A & B, ISO 15693, MIFARE®, FeliCa
Protocol ISO 14443-4 Compliant Card, T=CL
MIFARE® Classic Card, T=CL
ISO 15693  
ISO 18092 NFC Tags 
FeliCa and Topaz
SAM Card Interface
Clock Frequency 5MHz, up to 10 MHz (Upon request)
Read/Write Speed 13.4kbps - 1,250kbps
Standard 1 x ISO 7816 Class A (5V,3V) Standard SIM size slot
Protocol T=0, T=1
Built-in Peripherals
LED 1 bi-color: Blue and Green
Buzzer 1 x Programmable Buzzer (Mono-tone)
Other Features
Firmware Upgrade Supported
Certifications/Compliance
Certifications/Compliance Certifications:
  • Apple VAS, Google Smart Tap, IEC/EN 62368, CE, UKCA, FCC, VCCI, RoHS, REACH, Microsoft® WHQL
Compliance:
  • USB CCID, PC/SC, WEEE
Device Driver Operating System Support
Device Driver Operating System Support Windows®, Linux®, macOS, Android™
Drivers & Utilities for WalletMate II Boost
USB Interface OS Support
PC/SC Driver Installer  4.77 MB
Version 1.0.6.0
19-Mar-2025
Windows®
PC/SC Driver Installer  3.05 MB
Version 1.1.12
24-Apr-2025
Linux®
PC/SC Driver Installer  280.69 KB
Version 1.1.11.2
26-Feb-2025
macOS®
Android EVK  1.58 MB
Version 1.1.7
16-Feb-2024
Android™ 3.1 or above
Configuration Tool  34.44 KB
Version 100
15-Nov-2023
Windows®
*For UID Keyboard Emulation Mode Only



Manuals & Datasheets for WalletMate II Boost
Technical Specification

Technical Specification of WalletMate II Boost Mobile Wallet NFC Module