Overview
Introducing the ACR40U, ACS's latest compact high-speed 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. It also comes with a stand accessory that allows for multiple configurations, including upright and horizontal orientations.
The ACR40U is in compliance with CCID, PC/SC, and Microsoft® WHQL standards, ensuring seamless integration with various operating systems such as Windows®, Linux®, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, and Android™.
Both USB Type-A and Type-C interfaces are available, providing flexible connectivity options.
Device features: PC-Linked, USB, Single Contact Card Slot
Features
- 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™
Technical Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Dimensions (mm) | 62.5 mm (L) × 67.6 mm (W) × 58.5 mm (H) |
| Weight (g) | 65.0 g ± 5.0 g |
| USB Interface | |
| Protocol | USB CCID |
| Connector Type | USB Type A, USB Type C |
| Power Source | USB Port |
| Speed | USB 2.0 Full Speed (12 Mbps); Compatible with USB 3.0 |
| Cable Length | 1m (Non-Detachable) |
| 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 Smart Cards |
| Certifications/Compliance | |
| Certifications/Compliance | Standards: USB CCID, PC/SC, EMV™ Level 1 (Contact), PBOC Level 1 (Contact), TAA, J-LIS, Microsoft® WHQL; Regulatory/Environmental: CE, IEC/EN 62368, UKCA, FCC, VCCI, RoHS, REACH, WEEE, UL 62368, KC |
| Device Driver Operating System Support | |
| Device Driver Operating System Support | Windows®, Linux®, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, Android™, Solaris™ |
Images
Downloads
| Type | Title | Size | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driver | ACS ApduTool (iOS and iPadOS 16.2 or above) | 118.31 KB | 23-Feb-2024 |
| Driver | PC/SC Driver Installer (Windows®) | 5.83 MB | 12-Dec-2025 |
| Driver | PC/SC Driver Installer (Linux®) | 4.30 MB | 20-Nov-2025 |
| Driver | PC/SC Driver Installer (macOS®) | 281.65 KB | 17-Nov-2025 |
| Driver | Android EVK (Android™ 3.1 or above) | 1.46 MB | 25-Nov-2025 |
| Manual | Reference Manual of ACR40U Contact Smart Card Reader | — | — |
| Datasheet | Technical Specification of ACR40U (Premium) Contact Smart Card Reader | — | — |
| Manual | Stand Installation User Manual of ACR40U (Premium) Contact Smart Card Reader | — | — |