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Card Readers have the capability of reading magnetically encoded data, barcodes, or badge IDs stored on cards.

POSMicro carries a wide variety of card readers from industry leaders such as HHP, MagTek, and POS-X.

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Magnetic Card Readers

A magnetic card reader, also referred to as magnetic stripe reader (MSR), connects to the POS system via a USB, PS/2 or serial interface, reading and transferring the customers´ credit card data to the computer for transaction processing. The magnetic stripe on the back of a bank, gift, or credit card features two or three programmable tracks to store data.

POSMicro carries a full line of magnetic card readers from top POS hardware manufacturers like IDTech, MagTek, Unitech, POS-X and Logic Controls that interpret tracks 1 & 2 and magnetic stripe readers capable of reading all three tracks. Some magnetic card readers offer programming options to customize data transmission to the POS system.

MagTek MiniWedge
MiniWedge Starting At: $56.00
Top Models:
21080204
21080202
21080205
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ID Tech MiniMag
MiniMag Starting At: $40.00
Top Models:
IDMB-335102B
IDMB-335112B
IDMB-335133B
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ID Tech EasyMag
EasyMag Starting At: $91.00
Top Models:
WCR3331-12QB
WCR3331-33QB
IDEA-334133B
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POS-X Xm95
Xm95 Starting At: $54.00
Top Models:
XM95K
XM95U
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HHP ST6920
ST6920 Please Call For Pricing!
Top Models:
6920-3
6920-5
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ID Tech 3840 Reader Writer
3840 Reader Writer Please Call For Pricing!
Top Models:
IDT3840-12
IDT3840-33
IDWA-332312
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Logic Controls MR1000 - MR1300
MR1000 - MR1300 Starting At: $56.00
Top Models:
MR1000-BK
MR1000U-BK
MR1300U-BK
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Logic Controls MR3000 - MR3300
MR3000 - MR3300 Starting At: $95.00
Top Models:
MR3000-BK
MR3010
MR3010U-BK
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MagTek MagWedge
MagWedge Starting At: $84.00
Top Models:
21080143
21080141
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POS-X Xm90
Xm90 Starting At: $59.00
Top Models:
XM90K
XM90S
XM90U
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Badge Reader

Badge Reader devices utilize visible or infrared light to scan barcodes on ID cards, allowing for better security in industries where controlled employee/guest access is vital

ID Tech Omni
Omni Starting At: $56.00
Top Models:
WCR3207-512
WCR3207-533
WCR3237-612U
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Unitech MS146 Badge Reader
MS146 Badge Reader Starting At: $94.00
Top Models:
MS146I-4G
MS146-3PS2G
MS146-4G
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Intermec 1354-A Badge Scanners
1354-A Badge Scanners Starting At: $159.00
Top Models:
1354A01
1354A03
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Check Reader
Check Readers utilize magnetic recognition to read the numbers printed on checks, allowing for greater security at the time of purchase/payment. POSMicro carries a wide variety of Check Readers at everyday low prices.
MagTek Mini MICR Check Reader
Mini MICR Check Reader Starting At: $225.00
Top Models:
22520001
22530004
22530001
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MagTek MICR Image Check Reader
MICR Image Check Reader Starting At: $545.00
Top Models:
22410004
22410005
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HHP ST8300
ST8300 Please Call For Pricing!
Top Models:
8300-2112
8300-4112
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HHP ST8310
ST8310 Please Call For Pricing!
Top Models:
8310-20
8310-23
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Mobile Card Readers
Mobile Card Readers connect to handheld devices via compact flash or sd card slots, creating a portable card reading solution.
Socket CF Mag Stripe Reader Card 4E
CF Mag Stripe Reader Card 4E Starting At: $195.00
Top Models:
MS5103-661
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Discontinued Models
The following models have been discontinued and are no longer carried by POSMicro.com. In some casses accessories may still be available. We will try to list replacement models in the product description when available.

ID Tech: | VersaMag
MagTek: | MICR Plus Check Reader
Opticon: | MCR1000 | MCR1000
Unitech: | MS140

Card Reader Manufacturers

ID Tech magnetic card readers, including the MiniMag, EasyMag, Omni, and MSR100 models, are hallmarks in the POS industry for programmability, ease-of-use and durability. Every ID Tech magnetic stripe reader features 1, 2 or 3-track options and a variety of connectivity interfaces for integration into any POS system.

The Intermec line of Badge Scanners provide a rugged and easy to use method of scanning security cards on the infrared spectrum.

Logic Controls card readers feature a small form factor, allowing for easy integration in almost any point of sale environment.

The MagTek magnetic stripe reader brand include popular Mini and Full-Size models. The Mini stripe reader is easily mounted with adhesive strips or mounting hardware, while the Full-Size MSR offers a bi-directional swiping channel. MagTek card readers are available in single-track, 2-track, and 3-track configurations.

MagTek manufactures industy-leading MICR check readers for fast, reliable capture of MICR data formats on checks, deposit and withdrawl slips. MagTek check readers are compatible with E13B and CMC7 MICR fonts and can be equipped with optional magnetic card readers.

POS-X card readers feature the Xm90 magnetic stripe reader models. Available with USB, Serial, and PS/2 keyboard wedge interfaces, POS-X MSR units provide reliable, 3-track reading capacity with a compact design. Like all POS-X components, every POS-X magnetic stripe reader offers inter-compatibility with the full POS-X hardware line and industry-wide compatibility with major POS hardware manufacturers.

Socket Mobile´s line of Magnetic Stripe Readers interface via a compact flash or SD card slot for easy integration into mobile devices, eliminating the need to purchase a full portable data terminal.

The Unitech line of barcode slot readers provide a rugged and reliable solution at a reasonable cost.
When Purchasing a Magnetic card reader consider purchasing a three track read as they are only slightly more expensive then a two track reader and will read any non credit cards such as gift cards and certain state ID cards.

- Charles Matthews
Sr. Account Manager

ID Tech Omni

Starting at $137.90
Mag-Tek Mini-Wedge

Starting at $55.00
Mag-Tek MICR Check Reader

Starting at $75.00
POS-X Xm90

Starting at $20.00
ID Tech MiniMag

Starting at $40.00
Mag-Tek MICR Image Check Reader

Starting at $225.00