Cherry ST-1150UB external card reader

CHERRY ST-1150UB: Professional USB Smart Card Reader for Secure Access

Experience unmatched security, reliability, and ease of use with the CHERRY ST-1150UB external smart card reader. Engineered in Germany for the most demanding professional environments, this device provides a robust and stable solution for secure authentication, digital signatures, and protected data transactions. As a premier choice in the ´Card readers´ market, the ST-1150UB is designed for seamless integration into existing systems, offering a dependable bridge between your smart card and critical applications. Its solid, weighted construction ensures stable, one-handed operation, preventing slipping or tipping during card insertion and removal. Ideal for government, corporate, healthcare, and e-commerce applications, this reader sets the standard for secure and efficient smart card handling.

Key Benefits:

* Uncompromised Security: With FIPS 201 and EMV Level 1 certifications, the ST-1150UB meets stringent security standards required for government and financial applications, ensuring your sensitive data and access credentials are fully protected.
* Effortless One-Handed Operation: The heavy, non-slip base provides exceptional stability on any desktop surface. This thoughtful design allows you to insert and remove smart cards with a single hand, streamlining your workflow and enhancing user convenience.
* Seamless Plug & Play Integration: Featuring CCID support and a standard USB 2.0 interface, the reader works instantly with all major operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux, without the need for complex driver installations. Deploy it across your organization with confidence and minimal IT overhead.
* Superior Durability and Longevity: Built to last, the ST-1150UB is rated for a minimum of 100.000 card insertion cycles. This long-term reliability, a hallmark of CHERRY´s German engineering, guarantees a low total cost of ownership and consistent performance over years of use.

Main Features:

* Professional-grade smart card reader with a stable, weighted base
* FIPS 201 certified for federal and high-security compliance
* EMV 2000 Level 1 approved for secure payment and credit card transactions
* CCID compliant for easy, driverless Plug & Play installation
* Supports ISO 7816 compliant smart cards
* Reads and writes on all T=0 and T=1 protocol smart cards
* Generous 1.75-meter (5.74 ft) USB cable for flexible placement
* High-speed data transmission via USB 2.0 interface
* TAA compliant for US government procurement

Technical Specifications
* Product Type: External USB Smart Card Reader
* Attribute: Card readers
* Agency Approvals: cURus, FIPS 201, TAA, CE, FCC, VCCI, UKCA, EMV 2000 Level 1, GSA APL
* System Requirements: USB port, Windows, macOS, Linux
* Housing Color: Black
* Weight: approx. 523 g (1.15 lbs)
* Dimensions: approx. 80x60 x 75 mm (3.15x2.36x2.95 in)
* Cable Length: approx. 1.75 m (5.74 ft)
* Interface: USB 2.0
* Hardware: Reads and writes on ISO 7816 compliant cards
* Protocols: T=0, T=1
* Mating Cycles: min. 100.000 insertions