USB-C Smart Card Reader ACS ACR40T-A5

ACR40T-A5 – SIM-Sized Smart Card Reader (USB Type-C)

The ACR40T-A5 is the latest high-speed contact smart card reader from ACS in a SIM-sized design, equipped with a reversible USB Type-C connector. The device combines advanced electronics with a compact, well-thought-out design—its central feature is a sliding card slot, which simplifies card insertion and protects the contacts during transport.

The reader supports ISO 7816 Class A, B, and C cards (5 V / 3 V / 1.8 V) as well as microprocessor cards operating with T=0 and T=1 protocols. The device is firmware-upgradeable, making it easy to maintain compatibility and security without replacing the hardware.

Key features

• USB Type-C (USB 2.0 Full Speed) — reversible connector

• Sliding card slot — contact protection and ease of use

• Support for ISO 7816 A/B/C (5 V, 3 V, 1.8 V)

• Support for T=0 and T=1 protocols

• Firmware upgrade capability after deployment

• Compliance with CCID, PC/SC, and Microsoft® WHQL

• Compatible with Windows®, Linux®, macOS®, and Android

Technical specifications (selected)

Interface
USB Type-C (USB 2.0 Full Speed), CCID

Supported cards
ISO 7816 Class A / B / C; microprocessor cards (T=0, T=1); memory cards

Upgrade
Firmware upgradeable (post-deployment)

Dimensions (product)
4.47 × 1.78 × 0.8 cm

Net weight
0.005 kg

Gross weight (packaging)
0.015 kg

Customs tariff code
8471607000

UNSPSC
43211728

Applications: PKI and electronic signatures, user authentication, e-banking, mobile integrations requiring a compact device form factor.