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Card Reader

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.

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.

ID Tech
MiniMag
MiniMag
Starting at $40.00
ID Tech
EasyMag
EasyMag
Starting at $91.00
MagTek
MiniWedge
MiniWedge
Starting at $45.00
Opticon
MCR1000
MCR1000
Starting at $179.00
POS-X
Xm95
Xm95
Starting at $54.00

HHP: | ST6920
ID Tech: | 3840 Reader Writer | EasyMag | MiniMag
Logic Controls: | MR1000 - MR1300 | MR3000 - MR3300
MagTek: | MagWedge | MiniWedge
Opticon: | MCR1000
POS-X: | Xm90 | Xm95
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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
Intermec
1355-A Badge Scanner
1355-A Badge Scanner
Starting at $159.00
Opticon
MCR1000
MCR1000
Starting at $179.00
Unitech
MS146 Badge Reader
MS146 Badge Reader
Starting at $94.00

ID Tech: | Omni
Intermec: | 1354-A Badge Scanners | 1355-A Badge Scanner
Opticon: | MCR1000
Unitech: | MS146 Badge Reader
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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 $195.00
MagTek
MICR Image Check Reader
MICR Image Check Reader
Starting at $409.00

HHP: | ST8300 | ST8310
MagTek: | MICR Image Check Reader | Mini MICR Check Reader
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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

Socket: | CF Mag Stripe Reader Card 4E
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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
Unitech: | MS140
Manufacturers

HHP Magnetic Readers provide the high quality you´ve come to expect from HHP brand barcode scanners.

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.

Opticon manufactures the MCR series of magnetic card readers that perform double-duty, reading barcodes as well as magnetic stripes. Opticon card readers offer automatic information sensing for card data type, bi-directional swiping channel and a sealed optical system that withstands wear and tear.

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.
Adding holograms can make membership or employee cards easier to recognize and harder to duplicate.

- POSMicro Staff

PosiFlex Card Readers

Starting at $119.00
ID Tech Omni

Starting at $137.90
UniTech MS146

Starting at $56.40
Mag-Tek MICR Check Reader

Starting at $99.00
Uniform 210 MSR

Starting at $45.50