Contactless Smart Card Reader ACTIS SDK Kit ACR1252 USB 13.56 MHz

ACTIS SDK Kit ACR1252 USB 13.56 MHz is a contactless smart card reader supplied as a software development kit for integration and testing of RFID/NFC solutions. The reader connects via USB and operates at 13.56 MHz, enabling communication with a wide range of contactless cards and tags. Designed for developers and integrators, the kit includes tools and libraries to prototype, validate and debug contactless card applications on PC platforms.

Advantages

The ACTIS SDK Kit ACR1252 USB 13.56 MHz provides a standardized USB interface for reliable data exchange with contactless cards, reducing development time by offering ready-made drivers and sample code. Its operation at the 13.56 MHz frequency ensures compatibility with common NFC and smart card standards. The SDK format simplifies testing and integration of solutions such as access control, electronic ticketing and authentication workflows without needing a finished hardware product.

Suitable for

• Development and prototyping of contactless card and NFC applications
• Integration testing for access control and secure authentication
• e‑Ticketing system testing and validation
• Payment system development and laboratory testing
• Educational and research projects involving RFID/NFC

Key specifications

• Operating frequency: 13.56 MHz
• Interface: USB connection for PC
• Form factor: desktop USB smart card reader (SDK kit configuration)
• Supported card types: contactless smart cards and NFC tags compliant with 13.56 MHz standards
• Software: development libraries, drivers and sample code included for application integration and testing

How to use

Install the provided drivers and development libraries on a compatible PC, connect the reader to a USB port and follow the SDK documentation to run sample applications and integrate the reader into your software. Use the sample code to detect and communicate with contactless cards, read and write data where supported, and perform authentication or transaction simulations. Refer to the SDK guide for API references, usage examples and troubleshooting steps.

Recommendations

For reliable operation, use a stable USB connection and follow the SDK documentation for driver installation and API usage; perform testing with representative card types and maintain appropriate physical separation from other RF devices to avoid interference during development and validation.