Capable of being used in numerous scenarios such as e-signature, authentication, financial transactions, and NFC-based applications, the ACR1581U-C1 reduces infrastructure costs and increases operational efficiency by supporting both ISO 7816 and ISO 14443 standards with a single device.
Key Features
The ACR1581U-C1 DualBoost III provides access to both contact and contactless cards via a single USB port thanks to its dual interface support. This structure offers a simple and powerful solution for institutions working with different card types.
Offering plug-and-play usage with its USB Type-A connection, the device does not require additional adapters or complex driver installations. It works seamlessly on different platforms thanks to its wide operating system support.
The built-in SAM (Secure Access Module) slot provides high security in financial transactions and authentication scenarios. This feature elevates data security to the highest level, especially in banking, government, and corporate applications.
Thanks to keyboard emulation (HID) support, read card information is automatically typed into the area where the cursor is located without requiring any additional software. This makes the integration process fast and practical.
Contactless data transfer speeds of up to 848 kbps ensure fast and uninterrupted transactions even in intensive usage scenarios.

Applications
The ACR1581U-C1 Dual Interface Card Reader is widely used in e-signature applications, public and corporate identification systems, financial transactions, access control systems, NFC-based software, and projects with multi-card infrastructure.
Thanks to its extensive card and system compatibility, it can be integrated into both desktop and mobile platforms.
Technical Specifications
| Feature |
Description |
| Card Interface |
Dual Interface (Contact + Contactless) |
| Contact Card Support |
ISO 7816 Class A, B, C (5V, 3V, 1.8V), MCU cards |
| Contactless Card Support |
MIFARE®, ISO 14443 Type A & B, FeliCa, ISO 15693, NFC tags |
| Connection Type |
USB Type-A (C1 Model) |
| Data Transfer Rate |
Up to 848 kbps |
| SAM Support |
Built-in SAM Slot |
| HID Keyboard Emulation |
Yes |
| OS Compatibility |
Windows 10/11, Linux, macOS, Android, iOS / iPadOS |