Keyboard-wedge readers transfer data from cards, tags or mobile passes. This can either be done with a standard reader and suitable software, or by using a specialist wedge reader. Data is sent to the host system in the form of an emulated keyboard input. (This is different to standard PC/SC smartcard reader operation, where Windows / Linux / MacOS systems generally do not make smartcard information visible, natively).
'Read-a-Card' software is a keyboard wedge utility that can be used with standard PC/SC readers. Read-a-Card captures card/tag/mobile pass data from all common RFID/NFC types (including securely encoded data on DESFire and iCLASS cards). It can be set up to automatically reformat data and output to existing applications with wedge functionality, logging to file, to cloud / web services or launching an app.
Card/tag/mobile pass types and the chip data accessible will differ between models of keyboard-wedge reader. If you need further help or advice choosing the right solution for your requirements, please contact us.
ACR1281U-C2 USB contactless UID wedge reader A self-contained, cost-effective desktop keyboard wedge reader for 13.56MHz ISO 14443 cards and tags. USB HID device interface - reads CSN/UID only.
£ 33.15
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ACR1281U-C2 USB contactless UID wedge reader A self-contained, cost-effective desktop keyboard wedge reader for 13.56MHz ISO 14443 cards and tags. USB HID device interface - reads CSN/UID only.
£ 33.15
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ACR1281U-C2 USB contactless UID wedge reader A self-contained, cost-effective desktop keyboard wedge reader for 13.56MHz ISO 14443 cards and tags. USB HID device interface - reads CSN/UID only.
In stock
£ 33.15
VTAP100 mobile wallet NFC reader - USB Universal NFC reader that supports a wide range of cards, tags and mobile credentials including Apple Wallet, Google Wallet and all MIFARE, DESFire and NFC tag types. Fully certified for VAS, Smart Tap and ECP2. USB keyboard emulation and powerful virtual COM interface. Ergonomic case with multiple mounting options.
£ 129.00
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VTAP100 mobile wallet NFC reader - USB Universal NFC reader that supports a wide range of cards, tags and mobile credentials including Apple Wallet, Google Wallet and all MIFARE, DESFire and NFC tag types. Fully certified for VAS, Smart Tap and ECP2. USB keyboard emulation and powerful virtual COM interface. Ergonomic case with multiple mounting options.
£ 129.00
In stock
VTAP100 mobile wallet NFC reader - USB Universal NFC reader that supports a wide range of cards, tags and mobile credentials including Apple Wallet, Google Wallet and all MIFARE, DESFire and NFC tag types. Fully certified for VAS, Smart Tap and ECP2. USB keyboard emulation and powerful virtual COM interface. Ergonomic case with multiple mounting options.
In stock
£ 129.00
VTAP100 NFC reader - RS-485/OSDP, outdoor Powerful door access NFC reader with OSDP/RS-485 interface that supports a wide range of cards, tags and mobile credentials including Apple Wallet, Google Wallet and all MIFARE, DESFire and NFC tag types. Fully certified for VAS, Smart Tap and ECP2. Ergonomic case for indoor or outdoor use.
£ 189.00
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VTAP100 NFC reader - RS-485/OSDP, outdoor Powerful door access NFC reader with OSDP/RS-485 interface that supports a wide range of cards, tags and mobile credentials including Apple Wallet, Google Wallet and all MIFARE, DESFire and NFC tag types. Fully certified for VAS, Smart Tap and ECP2. Ergonomic case for indoor or outdoor use.
£ 189.00
In stock*
VTAP100 NFC reader - RS-485/OSDP, outdoor Powerful door access NFC reader with OSDP/RS-485 interface that supports a wide range of cards, tags and mobile credentials including Apple Wallet, Google Wallet and all MIFARE, DESFire and NFC tag types. Fully certified for VAS, Smart Tap and ECP2. Ergonomic case for indoor or outdoor use.
In stock*
£ 189.00
VTAP100 PRO NFC reader - USB, Wi-Fi & Bluetooth IP-connected NFC reader that supports a wide range of cards, tags and mobile credentials including Apple Wallet, Google Wallet and all MIFARE, DESFire and NFC tag types. Fully certified for VAS, Smart Tap and ECP2. Powerful server-based tap handling, BLE beacon/comms and optional VTAP Cloud management (subscription required). Ergonomic case with multiple mounting options and optional I/O expansion.
£ 189.00
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VTAP100 PRO NFC reader - USB, Wi-Fi & Bluetooth IP-connected NFC reader that supports a wide range of cards, tags and mobile credentials including Apple Wallet, Google Wallet and all MIFARE, DESFire and NFC tag types. Fully certified for VAS, Smart Tap and ECP2. Powerful server-based tap handling, BLE beacon/comms and optional VTAP Cloud management (subscription required). Ergonomic case with multiple mounting options and optional I/O expansion.
£ 189.00
In stock
VTAP100 PRO NFC reader - USB, Wi-Fi & Bluetooth IP-connected NFC reader that supports a wide range of cards, tags and mobile credentials including Apple Wallet, Google Wallet and all MIFARE, DESFire and NFC tag types. Fully certified for VAS, Smart Tap and ECP2. Powerful server-based tap handling, BLE beacon/comms and optional VTAP Cloud management (subscription required). Ergonomic case with multiple mounting options and optional I/O expansion.
In stock
£ 189.00
Omnikey 5127 CK MINI A compact design USB contactless reader that supports low as well as high frequency card technologies. Keyboard wedge functionality included. Two year warranty.
£ 159.82
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Omnikey 5127 CK MINI A compact design USB contactless reader that supports low as well as high frequency card technologies. Keyboard wedge functionality included. Two year warranty.
£ 159.82
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Omnikey 5127 CK MINI A compact design USB contactless reader that supports low as well as high frequency card technologies. Keyboard wedge functionality included. Two year warranty.
In stock
£ 159.82
Omnikey 5427 CK Gen2 A USB contactless reader that supports low as well as high frequency card technologies. Keyboard wedge functionality included. Second generation version. Two year warranty.
£ 113.53
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Omnikey 5427 CK Gen2 A USB contactless reader that supports low as well as high frequency card technologies. Keyboard wedge functionality included. Second generation version. Two year warranty.
£ 113.53
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Omnikey 5427 CK Gen2 A USB contactless reader that supports low as well as high frequency card technologies. Keyboard wedge functionality included. Second generation version. Two year warranty.
Omnikey 5021 CL with Read-a-Card e-license Complete hardware and software solution for reading chip serial numbers and encoded card IDs from many types of contactless cards and tags. Useful for access control enrolment and the integration of RFID into new or existing systems. Includes advanced keyboard wedge and web server modes, plus developer API.
Pre-licensed Omnikey 5021 CL reader can be used on any PC. Supports all popular MIFARE/DESFire/NFC cards plus HID iClass including Corporate 1000.
£ 64.44
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Omnikey 5021 CL with Read-a-Card e-license Complete hardware and software solution for reading chip serial numbers and encoded card IDs from many types of contactless cards and tags. Useful for access control enrolment and the integration of RFID into new or existing systems. Includes advanced keyboard wedge and web server modes, plus developer API.
Pre-licensed Omnikey 5021 CL reader can be used on any PC. Supports all popular MIFARE/DESFire/NFC cards plus HID iClass including Corporate 1000.
£ 64.44
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Omnikey 5021 CL with Read-a-Card e-license Complete hardware and software solution for reading chip serial numbers and encoded card IDs from many types of contactless cards and tags. Useful for access control enrolment and the integration of RFID into new or existing systems. Includes advanced keyboard wedge and web server modes, plus developer API.
Pre-licensed Omnikey 5021 CL reader can be used on any PC. Supports all popular MIFARE/DESFire/NFC cards plus HID iClass including Corporate 1000.
In stock
£ 64.44
Omnikey 5325 CL with Read-a-Card e-license Complete hardware and software solution for reading chip serial numbers and encoded card IDs from many types of contactless cards and tags. Useful for access control enrolment and the integration of RFID into new or existing systems. Includes advanced keyboard wedge and web server modes, plus developer API.
Pre-licensed Omnikey 5325 CL reader can be used on any PC. Supports HID Prox only, including Corporate 1000.
£ 58.70
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Omnikey 5325 CL with Read-a-Card e-license Complete hardware and software solution for reading chip serial numbers and encoded card IDs from many types of contactless cards and tags. Useful for access control enrolment and the integration of RFID into new or existing systems. Includes advanced keyboard wedge and web server modes, plus developer API.
Pre-licensed Omnikey 5325 CL reader can be used on any PC. Supports HID Prox only, including Corporate 1000.
£ 58.70
In stock
Omnikey 5325 CL with Read-a-Card e-license Complete hardware and software solution for reading chip serial numbers and encoded card IDs from many types of contactless cards and tags. Useful for access control enrolment and the integration of RFID into new or existing systems. Includes advanced keyboard wedge and web server modes, plus developer API.
Pre-licensed Omnikey 5325 CL reader can be used on any PC. Supports HID Prox only, including Corporate 1000.
In stock
£ 58.70
ACR1252 with Read-a-Card SAM license inside Complete hardware and software solution for reading chip serial numbers and encoded card IDs from many types of contactless cards and tags. Useful for access control enrolment and the integration of RFID into new or existing systems. Includes advanced keyboard wedge and web server modes, plus developer API.
Includes an ACR1252U NFC-compliant contactless reader with a pre-installed SAM license inside. Supports all popular MIFARE, DESFire and NFC cards and tags.
£ 82.89
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ACR1252 with Read-a-Card SAM license inside Complete hardware and software solution for reading chip serial numbers and encoded card IDs from many types of contactless cards and tags. Useful for access control enrolment and the integration of RFID into new or existing systems. Includes advanced keyboard wedge and web server modes, plus developer API.
Includes an ACR1252U NFC-compliant contactless reader with a pre-installed SAM license inside. Supports all popular MIFARE, DESFire and NFC cards and tags.
£ 82.89
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ACR1252 with Read-a-Card SAM license inside Complete hardware and software solution for reading chip serial numbers and encoded card IDs from many types of contactless cards and tags. Useful for access control enrolment and the integration of RFID into new or existing systems. Includes advanced keyboard wedge and web server modes, plus developer API.
Includes an ACR1252U NFC-compliant contactless reader with a pre-installed SAM license inside. Supports all popular MIFARE, DESFire and NFC cards and tags.
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£ 82.89
TWN4 MultiTech 2 USB desktop contactless reader Flexible and programmable contactless smartcard reader/writer compatible with most 125KHz (LF) and 13.56MHz (HF) RFID and NFC cards and tags, and providing keyboard emulation and CCID modes.
£ 106.68
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TWN4 MultiTech 2 USB desktop contactless reader Flexible and programmable contactless smartcard reader/writer compatible with most 125KHz (LF) and 13.56MHz (HF) RFID and NFC cards and tags, and providing keyboard emulation and CCID modes.
£ 106.68
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TWN4 MultiTech 2 USB desktop contactless reader Flexible and programmable contactless smartcard reader/writer compatible with most 125KHz (LF) and 13.56MHz (HF) RFID and NFC cards and tags, and providing keyboard emulation and CCID modes.
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£ 106.68
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