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CSB4

CSB4

Desktop contactless reader/writer

CSB-4 is a contactless ISO 14443 and MIFARE reader / writer.

Available versions :

  • CSB-4U over USB port,
  • CSB-4S over serial port.

CSB4 features

Contactless interface

  • PCD compliant with ISO/IEC 14443 (1, 2, 3 and 4, both A and B types),
  • T=CL protocol embedded in coupler's firmware (256-byte frames),
  • Supported contactless smartcards (partial list) :
    • NXP Mifare Classic & Mifare UltraLight, Desfire, ProX, SmartMX,
    • Infineon SLE66, STMicroelectronics ST19, Atmel AT88,
    • ST SR176 and SRiX, ASK CTS256B and CTS512B, Inside PicoTag and HID iClass (read only),
    • Calypso (option),
    • NFC objects or mobile phones in 14443 card emulation mode.
  • 13.56MHz RFID transmission, baudrate 106, 212 or 424 kbps,
  • NXP/Philips Semiconductors MfRC531 chipset featuring CRYPTO1 cipher unit with secure storage for Mifare keys,
  • Card operating distance : 0 to 8cm (depending on the card).

Integration

  • USB : self-powered by computer, seen as a virtual serial communication port,
  • Serial : 9 to 12V DC power supply (not included),
  • Unified SpringProx API, available in the developer's kit (SDK for CSB classic and legacy),
  • Linux or other OS support : contact us.

A few applications...

  • MIFARE or DESFire read and write : private purse, RFID access control, loyalty card...,
  • Transportation ticket issuing (train, suburb, bus...),
  • Electronical documents (e-passport, driving licence, ID card...),
  • Strong authentication, digital signature through crypto-enabled T=CL cards.
  • ...

How to buy...

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