ACR1281U-C8 Contactless Smart Card Reader
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The ACS ACR1281U-C8 is a USB contactless smart card reader/writer built on 13.56 MHz contactless (RFID) technology. It supports ISO 14443 Type A and Type B cards and MIFARE, with read and write functionality, a built-in antenna (card reading distance of up to 50 mm), anti-collision, selective card polling, an operation LED and a buzzer. BSD Infotech supplies the ACR1281U-C8 in India for individual, bulk and project requirements.
ACR120 → ACR1281U-C8
ACS identifies the ACR1281U-C8 as the new version of the ACR120 Contactless Smart Card Reader. If you are looking for an ACR120 replacement or a newer alternative to the ACR120, the ACR1281U-C8 is the ACS model to consider — see our ACR120 Contactless Smart Card Reader page for the earlier model.
ACR1281U-C8 Price in India
| Product | Price |
| ACR1281U-C8 Contactless Smart Card Reader | ₹3,500 + GST |
Freight: Additional
Contact BSD Infotech for bulk, dealer and project pricing. For offers, schemes and bulk orders, call us at 9312289566 / +91-8588827540 / 9871092024.
ACR1281U-C8 Product Identity
- Model: ACS ACR1281U-C8
- Product type: Contactless Smart Card Reader / Writer
- Technology: 13.56 MHz contactless (RFID)
- Cards: ISO 14443 Type A and Type B, MIFARE
- Interface: USB (PnP)
- Relationship: New version of the ACR120 Contactless Smart Card Reader (ACS)
- Brand: ACS
- Supplier: BSD Infotech, India
- Price: ₹3,500 + GST (freight additional)
ACR1281U-C8 Key Features
- 13.56 MHz contactless (RFID) technology
- USB PnP interface (the reader is available in USB and serial versions)
- Read and write functionality
- Built-in antenna for contactless card access, with card reading distance of up to 50 mm
- Supports ISO 14443 Type A and Type B cards, and MIFARE
- Built-in anti-collision feature (only one card is accessed at any time)
- Selective card polling capability (especially useful when multiple cards are presented)
- Operation LED and buzzer
- OEM PCBA module version available upon request
ACR1281U-C8 Applications
Typical applications for the ACR1281U-C8, as described in ACS documentation:
- Access control (physical and logical)
- Identification – reading the serial numbers of cards in the field
- Ticketing and public transport terminals
- Card-based systems and data storage – read and write operations on supported cards
- Vending machines
ACR1281U-C8 Technical Specification
| Contactless Smart Card Interface | |
| Operating Frequency | 13.56 MHz |
| Standards | ISO 14443 Type A and Type B |
| Supported Cards | MIFARE; ISO 14443 Type A and B contactless cards |
| Read / Write | Read and write functionality |
| Antenna | Built-in antenna |
| Operating Distance | Up to 50 mm (depends on the card type) |
| Anti-collision | Built-in (only one card is accessed at any time) |
| Card Polling | Selective card polling capability |
| Host Interface and Power | |
| Interface | USB Full Speed, PnP (also available as a serial RS232 version) |
| Supply Voltage | Regulated 5V DC |
| Supply Current | 200 mA |
| Operating Temperature | 0–50°C |
| Peripherals | |
| Indicators | Operation LED; buzzer |
| Compliance and Software | |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, RoHS |
| Operating System Support | Windows (98, ME, 2000, XP, Vista, 7 and Server 2003/2008 editions) and Linux |
Specifications sourced from ACS documentation for the ACR120 / ACR1281U-C8 product family. ACS lists ACR1281U-C8 and ACR1281US1-C8 together with the ACR120 on one product page; this page covers the USB ACR1281U-C8. Contact BSD Infotech to confirm the exact model, interface version and driver package for your order.
ACR1281U-C8 and the ACR120
The ACR120 has long been a popular contactless smart card reader, and people still search for it. ACS now presents the ACR1281U-C8 as the new version of the ACR120, listed together on the same ACS product page with the same core capabilities: 13.56 MHz, ISO 14443 Type A and B, MIFARE, read and write, a built-in antenna, anti-collision, selective card polling, an operation LED and a buzzer.
If you have existing ACR120 software or hardware in service, contact BSD Infotech to confirm compatibility and availability before replacing readers. Earlier-model details remain on our ACR120 Contactless Smart Card Reader page. If you need one reader for both contact and contactless smart cards, see the ACR1281U-C1 DualBoost II USB Dual Interface Reader — a different product, not a version of the ACR120.
How BSD Infotech Can Help with the ACR1281U-C8
Buy the hardware on its own, or add setup, integration and software. Services are separate from the hardware price and quoted to your requirement.
Hardware Supply
ACS lists the ACR1281U-C8 as end of life. BSD Infotech supplies it at ₹3,500 + GST per piece (freight additional), subject to availability. It is a different product from the dual-interface ACR1281U-C1.
Setup & Configuration
Help installing the driver and configuring the ACR1281U-C8 for your cards or tags, where applicable.
Software Integration
Chargeable PC/SC and SDK integration of the ACR1281U-C8 with your application, subject to the manufacturer’s SDK and technical feasibility. See smart card SDK and integration.
Complete Solution
Custom NFC and contactless card applications built around the ACR1281U-C8 — for example access, cashless or tag-based workflows, with database and reporting.
Bulk, dealer and project enquiries are welcome. See all contactless and NFC readers.