Overview
ACR39 PocketMate II with USB Type-C Connector represents an ACS new paradigm. No larger than a USB stick, this smart card reader is capable of supporting demanding smart card applications using full-sized contact smart cards. It provides value and reliable functionality to meet your security needs, and is highly durable as it is able to last for 100,000 card insertion cycles.
ACR39U PocketMate II supports ISO 7816 Class A, B, and C smart cards (5 V, 3 V, and 1.8 V) and microprocessor cards with T=0 and T=1 protocol. It supports a wide variety of memory cards, including the Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC), the SIPRNET Card and the Malaysian Identity Card (MyKad). This makes it ideal for a broad range of solutions, such as PIV, Physical and Logical Access Control, Digital Signature, and Online Banking applications.
This USB Type-C connector version of ACR39U PocketMate II enables backwards compatibility and reversible use, along with all of the features mentioned for ACR39U series. ACR39U PocketMate II can easily be integrated in a computer-based or mobile device-based environment. Its drivers are compatible with operating systems such as Windows®, Linux®, Solaris™, and macOS. In addition, ACR39U PocketMate II may now be used on mobile devices running on Android™ versions 3.1 and later.
With the evolution of ACR39U Pocketmate II to USB Type-C, there are now more opportunies for the next generation of your smart card solution.
Features
- USB 2.0 Full Speed Interface
- USB Type-C Connector
- Plug and Play – CCID support brings utmost mobility
- Swivel Motion Design
- 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 J-LIS Card; Supports Mykad 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; Supports CT-API (through wrapper on top of PC/SC)
- Supports Android™ 3.1 and later
Technical Specifications
Physical Characteristics
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (mm) | 58.0 mm (L) x 20.0 mm (W) x 13.9 mm (H) |
| Weight (g) | 10 g |
USB Interface
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Protocol | USB CCID |
| Connector Type | USB Type-C |
| Power Source | USB port |
| Speed | USB Full Speed (12 Mbps) |
Contact Smart Card Interface
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| 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 Card, CAC, PIV, SIPRNET, J-LIS Smart Cards |
Certifications/Compliance
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Certifications/Compliance | Standard: USB CCID, PC/SC, EMV™ Level 1 (Contact), PBOC Level 1 (Contact), J-LIS, Microsoft® WHQL, TAA. Regulatory/Environmental: CE, IEC/EN 62368, UL 62368, FCC, VCCI, KC, RoHS, REACH, WEEE, UKCA |
Device Driver Operating System Support
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Device Driver Operating System Support | Windows®, Linux®, macOS®, Solaris™, Android™ |
Feature icons shown on page: PC-Linked, USB, Single Contact Card Slot
Related Documents (quick-link list, duplicates Manuals & Datasheets table)
Images
Downloads
| Type | Title | Size | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| API | ACS ApduTool (iOS and iPadOS 16.2 or above) | 118.31 KB (Version 1.2) | 23-Feb-2024 |
| Driver | PC/SC Driver Installer (Windows) | 5.02 MB (Version 4.4.2.1) | 11-Dec-2025 |
| Driver | PC/SC Driver Installer (Linux) | 4.30 MB (Version 1.1.13) | 20-Nov-2025 |
| Driver | PC/SC Driver Installer (macOS) | 281.65 KB (Version 1.1.13) | 17-Nov-2025 |
| Software | Android EVK (Android 3.1 or above) | 1.46 MB (Version 1.1.8) | 25-Nov-2025 |
| Driver | PC/SC Driver Installer (Solaris 10, 11 and above — available on request, Version 1.0.8, 16-Feb-2017)available on request | — | — |
| Brochure | Product Presentation of ACR39 Series Smart Card Reader | — | — |
| Datasheet | Technical Specification of ACR39U-NF Pocketmate II Smart Card Reader | — | — |
| Manual | Reference Manual of ACR39 Series Smart Card Reader | — | — |