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IDBridge CT40

by Thales

Product Overview

IDBridge smart card readers are designed for securing network access, using the Thales PC Core hardware and firmware, handling all types of ISO7816 compatible smart cards.

The IDBridge CT40 offers all of Thales's technical know-how in a slimline and tamper-evident casing. Its housing is ideal for customization to your corporate identity and it offers a simple and secure solution with a modern and sleek design.

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Features & Benefits

  • Slim Line design
  • Tamper evident casing
  • Designed for graphical customization
  • PC-Link readers are compatible with all the main Operating Systems

Thales, Thales logos and product and/or service names are trademarks of Thales Group or its affiliates.

Technical Specifications

Host Interface
  • USB 2.0 full speed (12 Mbps)
Smart Card Interface
  • PC Core hardware and firmware architecture
  • Supports ISO 7816 Class A, B and C cards (5 V, 3 V, 1.8 V)
  • Supports up to TA1=17 (826 Kbps with a 4.8Mhz reader clock) for CT30
  • Supports up to TA1=97 (500 Kbps with a 4Mhz reader clock) for CT510 and CT700/710
  • Supports up to TA1=96 (340 Kbps with a 4Mhz reader clock) for other readers
  • Reads from and writes to all ISO 7816-1,2,3,4 microprocessor cards, T=0 and T=1 protocols
  • Supports memory cards using “Synchronous Card API”
  • Short circuit detection
Smart Card Connector
  • 8 friction contacts - ISO location
  • 100,000 insertion cycles
  • EMV Level 1 mechanically compliant
  • Embossed smart cards supported
Human Interface
  • LED one color (green), dual state (blinking: waiting card insertion; ON: card reading/writing)
Cable / Power Supply
  • Cable 1.5 m long
  • USB 2.0 type A connector
  • Power supply through USB port
  • Maximum operating current: 100mA
  • Operating voltage [4.7 – 5.3V]
Standards / Certifications
  • ISO/IEC 7816-1,2,3,4: IC Cards with contacts
  • EMV Terminal Level 1 version 4.1
  • Microsoft Windows Hardware Quality Labs (WHQL), Windows Logo Program WLP 2.0
  • USB 2.0 Full speed certified (USB readers listed on usb.org website)
  • CCID – Chip Card Interface Device 1.1 (USB & ExpressCard readers)
Operating Systems
  • Up to Windows 10
  • Win CE
  • Linux
  • Mac OS X

PC/SC drivers can be downloaded from supportportal.thalesgroup.com.
Environmental
  • CE, FCC part 15 Class B
  • VCCI, c-Tick, BSMI
  • EN 60950 / UL 950 / CSA 950
  • Operating: +0°C / +55°C
  • Storage: -20°C / +65°C
  • ROHS and REACH compliant, WEEE marking
Warranty
  • 24 months
  • 100,000 smart card insertions
OEM
  • Reader and packaging personalization available
  • Customized stickers, logo and colors upon request
Weight (grams)
  • 76
Dimensions (LWH mm)
  • 105 x 70 x 12

Thales, Thales logos and product and/or service names are trademarks of Thales Group or its affiliates.

Frequently Asked Questions

The IDBridge CT40 is a secure smart card reader designed for authentication, digital signatures, and access control across enterprise and government applications.

The IDBridge CT40 supports ISO 7816 smart cards, including Class A, B, and C microprocessor cards, making it ideal for banking, identity management, and security applications.

Yes, the IDBridge CT40 is fully compatible with Windows, Mac OS, and Linux, offering broad cross-platform support.

The IDBridge CT40 includes strong encryption, secure PIN entry, short circuit detection, and compliance with major security standards to ensure data protection.

Yes, the IDBridge CT40 is commonly used for secure transactions, online banking, and e-government services requiring strong authentication and data integrity.

Thales, Thales logos and product and/or service names are trademarks of Thales Group or its affiliates.