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product_id: 54084809
title: "ACS ACR38U-N1 PocketMate Small Foldable USB Smart Card Reader for Tachodisk National ID eID IC Contact Chip Card,Black"
brand: "advanced card systems"
price: "AED 163"
currency: AED
in_stock: true
category: "Advanced Card Systems"
url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/54084809-acs-acr38u-n1-pocketmate-small-foldable-usb-smart-card-reader
store_origin: AE
region: United Arab Emirates
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# Cross-platform USB Type A compatibility 58mm compact foldable design Supports ISO smart cards & digital signatures ACS ACR38U-N1 PocketMate Small Foldable USB Smart Card Reader for Tachodisk National ID eID IC Contact Chip Card,Black

**Brand:** advanced card systems
**Price:** AED 163
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔒 Your pocket-sized gateway to secure digital identity and seamless smart card access.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** ACS ACR38U-N1 PocketMate Small Foldable USB Smart Card Reader for Tachodisk National ID eID IC Contact Chip Card,Black by advanced card systems
- **How much does it cost?** AED 163 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- advanced card systems enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted advanced card systems brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Pocket-Sized Power:** Ultra-compact foldable design fits effortlessly in your pocket for on-the-go security.
- • **Sleek & Durable Build:** Premium black finish with robust swivel mechanism ensures style meets reliability.
- • **Seamless Cross-Platform Use:** Plug & play with Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android (3.1+) for ultimate flexibility.
- • **Universal Smart Card Support:** Reads tachograph, national eID, and nearly every contact chip card—no NFC needed.
- • **Secure Digital Authentication:** FIPS 201 certified for trusted e-banking, e-payment, and government ID applications.

## Overview

The ACS ACR38U-N1 PocketMate is a foldable, ultra-compact USB smart card reader designed for professionals who demand secure, versatile access to tachograph, national ID, and contact chip cards. Compatible across Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android platforms, it supports ISO smart cards and digital signatures with FIPS 201 certification, making it ideal for e-banking, e-government, and secure authentication on the move.

## Description

Product Description ACR38U-N1 PocketMate is a smart card reader that has more than what suits the eye. Not larger than a standard USB token, it turns into a full size smart card reader with just a swivel movement. It can support demanding smart card applications, balance functionality and design aesthetics to meet your security needs in applications such as e-banking, e-payment, physical and logical access and e-Government. ACR38 core housing, the ACR38U-N1 PocketMate supports ISO smart cards (Class A, B and C, 5V, 3V and 1.8V), microprocessor cards with T = 0 and T = 1 protocols. In addition, it supports a wide variety of memory cards on the market, including the Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC). This makes it ideal for a wide range of solutions, such as the PIV application and digital signature. The PocketMate ACR38U-N1 extremely compact and designed to be used anytime, anywhere. As a PC/SC and CCID compatible device, the ACR38U PocketMate can be easily integrated into a PC environment, with drivers compatible with Windows, Linux, and Mac operating systems. In addition, ACR38U-N1 PocketMate can now be used on mobile devices running on Android 3.1 and later platform versions. With its different features, this FIPS 201 certified smart card reader is the perfect device for your smart card solution Safety Warning No software or instructions included. Available online.

## Features

- Very small and compact design. Fits to pocket. Easy to carry with you.
- Reads tachograph cards
- Reads national ID eID cards and sign digital signatures
- Reads almost every contact chip smart card (NO NFC)
- Supports all OS: Windows 7, 8, 10, Linux OS, Apple macOS X

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00RPNZ3BG |
| Best Sellers Rank | 44,112 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 443 in External Memory Card Readers |
| Brand Name | Advanced Card Systems |
| Colour | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Smart card readers and writers CRS, CNS, eID, digital signature, Infocamere card, Civil Telematic Process PCT |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (1,172) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04573231594045, 05712505801550 |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 20L x 14W x 58H millimetres |
| Manufacturer | ACS |
| Manufacturer Part Number | ACR38U-N1 |
| Media Type | [Memory Stick, SDHC, MMCmicro, MMCmobile, Memory Stick PRO HG Duo, CFexpress, RS-MMC, SDXC, Memory Stick XC, CompactFlash, Memory Stick Micro, microSDHC, XQD Card, MMC, Memory Stick PRO Duo, Memory Stick Pro, miniSD, microSDXC, Memory Stick Duo, microSD, SD Card, xd Picture Card] |
| Model Name | ACR38U-N1 |
| Model Number | ACR38U-N1 |
| Network Connectivity Technology | USB Type A |
| Operating System | Linux |
| Product Features | Compact |
| Product Warranty | 6 months |
| Slot Count | 1 |
| UPC | 796389775966 798033553890 021808993684 190268123662 760079617874 706551121699 707430110490 660335876888 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Advanced Card Systems
- **Colour:** Black
- **Connectivity technology:** USB Type A
- **Special feature:** Compact

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is it a cac reader**
A: Yes, it supports CAC cards.

**Q: Where dawnload software for windows? Is it free???**
A: Usually card issuer provides correct software that is needed for your card. There isn't any universal software. Each card has different purpose, therefore different software. Please try searching from Google for the card type you have or contact with the card issuer.

**Q: Does this read Uk digital tachometer cards ?**
A: Yes, it reads tacho cards. But you also need to use some tachograph software to access your card. Try searching for some from Google.

**Q: Does it read NHS smart cards ?**
A: Yes, it does read NHS cards. But you need to install NHS software to your computer to get it working.

## Frequently Bought Together

- ACS ACR38U-N1 PocketMate USB Smart Card Reader and Writer for CNS CRS Digital Signature Small Compact Black
- ACR39U-NF PocketMate II USB-C Smart Card Reader

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*Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates*
*Store origin: AE*
*Last updated: 2026-06-21*