Overview
The WalletMate II is a versatile NFC reader designed to enhance smartphone applications. Certified for Apple MFi (VAS ECP1.0 and Access ECP2.0) and Google Smart Tap, it seamlessly supports virtual passes such as loyalty cards, tickets, and IDs across iOS and Android, delivering a smooth, cardless experience with simple tap-to-go functionality.
Key Features
- Apple MFi Certified: Fully certified for Apple VAS ECP1.0 and Access ECP2.0 protocols.
- Google Smart Tap Certified: Fully certified for Google Smart Tap protocol.
- Smart Card Support: Compatible with ISO 14443 Type A & B, MIFARE®, FeliCa, ISO18092 NFC, and ISO 15693 cards.
- High-Speed Communication: Operates at up to 848 kbps with advanced security features like mutual authentication and key diversification.
- Compact Design: Perfect for integration into handheld devices, kiosks, and IoT devices without sacrificing functionality.
- Reliable & Certified: MTBF of 500,000 hours and certifications including CE, FCC, RoHS, and Microsoft® WHQL.
Flexible NFC Modes
Supports three operating modes:
- Smart Card Reader/Writer
- Card Emulation
- Keyboard Emulation
Ideal for applications like payments, access control, ticketing, loyalty programs, and smart marketing.
Broad Compatibility
Works seamlessly with Windows®, Linux®, macOS®, and Android™, making it a reliable and adaptable solution for industries like finance, healthcare, and government.
Fido Support
The WalletMate II also supports FIDO (Fast IDentity Online) authentication protocols, making it compatible with FIDO-enabled devices such as PocketKey, ID-One Key and YubiKey. This enables secure, passwordless login and strong 2FA authentication for online services. By leveraging the NFC capabilities of the WalletMate II, users can conveniently authenticate themselves by simply tapping their FIDO-enabled NFC device on the reader.
Integrating FIDO support enhances the security of online transactions and access control systems, making the WalletMate II an ideal choice for e-Government, banking, e-healthcare, network security, and other applications requiring high-level security.
To further support developers, WalletMate II is compatible with the ACS VAS Test Tool, which is designed to test NFC‑enabled Apple Wallet and Google Wallet passes using WalletMate II.
Features
- USB 2.0 Full Speed Interface
- CCID Compliance
- Apple MFi Certified: Fully certified for Apple VAS ECP1.0 and Access ECP2.0 protocols.
- Google Smart Tap Certified: Fully certified for the Google Smart Tap protocol.
- Secure Element–based key management for enhanced security
- 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 ECP1.0 and Access ECP2.0 API; 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
Technical Specifications
Physical Characteristics
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (mm) | Main Body: 98.0 mm (L) x 65.0 mm (W) x 12.8 mm (H); Antenna size: 50.0 mm x 40.0 mm |
| Weight (g) | 86g ± 5 g |
USB Interface
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Consumption | Max. 300mA |
| Supply Voltage | 5VDC |
| Protocol | USB CCID |
| Connector Type | USB Type-A |
| Speed | USB Full Speed (12 Mbps) compatible with USB 3.0 |
| Cable Length | 1.0 m, Non-detachable |
Contactless Smart Card Interface
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard | ISO 14443 Type A & B Parts 1-4, ISO 15693, ISO 18092 NFC, MIFARE |
| Protocol | ISO 14443 Type A & B Parts 1-4, ISO 15693, ISO 18092 NFC, MIFARE Classic®, MIFARE®, DESFire®, MIFARE Ultralight®, MIFARE Plus®, FeliCa, SRI/SRIX, CTS, Innovatron, Picopass, Topaz |
SAM Card Interface
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard | 1x ISO 7816 Class A (5V, 3V) Standard SIM size slot |
| Read/Write Speed | 13.4 kbps - 1,250 kbps |
| Clock Frequency | 5MHz, up to 10 MHz (Upon request) |
| Protocol | T=0, T=1 |
Built-in Peripherals
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| LED | 1 bi-color: Blue and Green |
| Buzzer | User-controllable buzzer |
Other Features
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Firmware Upgrade | Supported |
Certifications/Compliance
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Certifications | Apple MFi (VAS ECP1.0 & Access ECP2.0), 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
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| OS Support | Windows®, Linux®, macOS, Android™ |
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Images
Downloads
| Type | Title | Size | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software | Configuration Tool (Windows® — UID Keyboard Emulation Mode Only) | 567.78 KB | 27-Oct-2025 |
| Software | Android EVK (Android™ 3.1 or above) | 1.46 MB | 25-Nov-2025 |
| API | 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 |
| Datasheet | Technical Specification of WalletMate II | — | — |
| Manual | Reference Manual of WalletMate II | — | — |