The Key to Security and Convenience IC Card Readers

IC card readers play an important role in today’s digitized world. They are used for a variety of purposes, such as improving security, efficiently managing data, and providing benefits. In this blog, we explore information about IC card readers and their importance.

What is an IC card reader?

An IC card reader (also called an IC card reader-writer) is a device for reading and writing data on an intelligent card called an IC card. IC cards store information and are used for security authentication, access control, payment, identification, access control, etc. The IC card stores information and is used for security authentication, access control, payment, identification, access control, etc.

Importance of IC card readers

Security enhancement:.
IC card readers provide greater security than passwords and PINs. IC cards with built-in multi-factor authentication, including biometrics, prevent unauthorized access and data leakage.

Efficient data management:.
IC card readers enable quick reading and writing of data, streamlining processes such as database management, inventory control, and access logging.

Contactless technology.
IC card readers using near field communication (NFC) or radio frequency identification (RFID) can read cards contactlessly, helping with touchless payment and access control.

Versatile use:.
IC card readers are used in a variety of industries and applications, including public transportation, banks, businesses, medical facilities, schools, hotels, events, and vending machines.

Applications of IC card readers

Access control:.
Used for access control and security authentication in offices, hospitals, schools, and facilities.

Payment systems:.
Smart card payment systems are used in conjunction with electronic money and prepaid cards.

Public transportation
IC cards are used as tickets on trains, buses, subways, etc., to facilitate commuting to and from work and school.

Identification: IC cards can be used for identification purposes.
IC chips in passports and driver’s licenses simplify identification and border checks.

IC card readers have become an integral part of modern life in many ways, providing security, efficiency, and convenience. New applications and innovations are expected in the future and will continue to develop further in the digital society.

■ACS’s top 3 recommended card readers in sales

ACR1255U-J1 Bluetooth®NFC Reader/Writer

Mobile Card Reader

ACR1252U NFC Reader/Writer

Contactless Card Reader

ACR39U High Speed Smart Card Reader/Writer

Next generation contact smart card reader (adopts USB TypeA connector)

The ACS1252U and ACS1239U have been confirmed to work in the Electronic Vehicle Verification Operation Verification Test of the Electronic Vehicle Verification under the jurisdiction of the Automobile Bureau of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism.

ACS1252U, ACS1255U-J1,

ACS1251T, ACR1252-MW (WALLTE MATE)

Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism List of IC card readers that have been confirmed to work with electronic vehicle validation

ACS card readers: Operation of reading My Number cards has been verified. (Microsoft Windows 11 64bit and MacOS 12.0 Monterey operation confirmed) Registered on August 22, 2023.

Click here to see the list.

For inquiries about IC cards and card readers such as FeliCa and My Fair, please contact the following
acsjapan@kofukutrading.com

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