ACR3xB Magnetic Swipe Reader (MSR)
Intuitive to use, the Access IS comprehensive range of magnetic swipe readers (MSRs) read high or low coercivity magnetic cards in either swipe direction.
The range of five products satisfy the majority of all card reading applications with USB, RS232 and PS/2 connectivity. The full range of readers are designed to read credit, loyalty, gift and log-on cards, and any other cards that incorporate a magnetic stripe. Optional mounting brackets are available to enable the readers to be mounted at almost any angle and integrated into the smallest teller position or desk.
Access supply keyboards with integrated MSRs and other devices: see the custom keyboard page.
Applications
- Point of sale credit and debit card transactions
- Access control and time management
- Loyalty schemes
- Club or library membership management
- Reading driving licences
- Computer security
Features
- 2 track ISO7811 compatible encoded card reader
- Compact and high performance
- USB, RS232 and PS/2 compatible versions
- Read status LED
- Reads high and low coercivity cards
- Cool white or black/grey housing
Options
- 3 track versions available
- Low profile version available
- Dark grey case option on all models
- Mounting brackets allowing reading at almost any angle
- Customer logo printing
Product Selector
Part Number |
Interface |
Mode | Power | Notes |
| ACR31B | PS/2 | Keystrokes | Keyboard interface | |
| ACR32B | RS232 | Serial data | External power | See note 2 |
| ACR33B | RS232 | Serial data | Port powered | |
| ACR34B | USB1.1 | Serial data | Port powered | See note 3 |
| ACR35B | USB1.1 | Keystrokes | Port powered | See note 4 |
Notes:
1 Model colour is pearl white as standard; black cases available on all models
2 Available as an option
3 Not suitable for new designs - please refer to ACR76
4 Not suitable for new designs - please refer to ACR75
Outline Specifications
Performance
Card type : magnetic cards per ISO7811, ISO7811, AAMVA, JIS and custom data
Read capability: magnetic stripe 1, 2 or 3 track of low or high coercivity (300 - 4000Oe). Reading track 3 optional
Card thickness: 0.25 - 1.2 mm
Swipe speed: 10 to 140 cm/second
Read error rate:<0.5%
Magnetic head life: >500,000 swipe operations
General
Colour: Cool white or dark grey
Dimension: Without base 100L x 34W x 28H mm, except ACR32B and 33B 95L x 36W x 34H mm
Weight: 180g except ACR34B and 35B 210 g
Cable length: 1.5 m
Interfaces
Host interface: ACR31B: PS/2; ACR32B & 33B: RS232 connected via DB9 female connector; ACR34B & 35B: USB1.1
Electrical Specifications
ACR31B and Power requirement: +5 VDC (+/-10%)
ACR32B: AC power supply supplied
ACR34B and 35B: USB port powered
Power consumption: +5 V 110 mA max
Environmental
Operating temperature: -10°C to 55°C
Storage temperature: -30°C to 70°C
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