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White rectangular MagStripe reader with DB9 connector and cable

ID TECH

ID TECH IDWA-332333 EzWriter MagStripe credit card reader

SKU CH-MEMB-1DMV4 MPN IDWA-332333

Magnetic stripe reader and writer handling tracks one, two and three with RS-232 and USB connectivity

  • TypeMagStripe Reader
  • InterfaceRS232, USB-RS232
  • ColorWhite
  • Read Speed5 to 55 IPS
  • Track1, 2 & 3
  • Card FormatISO/ANSI, AAMVA, and "USER" (Custom)
  • Reads three tracks for complete card data
  • Writes at up to 55 inches per second for fast processing
  • Supports 75 and 210 BPI density for flexible encoding
  • One million pass head life for long-term reliability
  • 160,000 hour MTBF for continuous operation

Product identity

The ID TECH EzWriter IDWA-332333 is a magnetic-stripe credit card reader and writer that reads and encodes tracks one, two and three. It suits merchants and developers who need to process ISO/ANSI, AAMVA or custom card formats at the counter or in a kiosk.

Setup checks

Verify that your host system provides an RS-232 port or a USB-RS232 connection and can supply 24 VDC within ten percent from the included power adaptor. Confirm that your software can handle 75 or 210 BPI encoding densities and that the DB9 female connector matches your cabling.

Build integration

The unit measures 2.60 by 2.50 by 8.00 inches and weighs 3.00 lbs, so it fits on a desktop or in a compact enclosure without blocking adjacent ports. Its 1,000,000-pass head duty cycle and 160000-hour MTBF free operators from frequent reader replacement in high-volume environments.

Highlights

  • Reads three tracks for complete card data
  • Writes at up to 55 inches per second for fast processing
  • Supports 75 and 210 BPI density for flexible encoding
  • One million pass head life for long-term reliability
  • 160,000 hour MTBF for continuous operation

Specifications

BrandID TECH
SeriesEzWriter
ModelIDWA-332333
TypeMagStripe Reader
InterfaceRS232, USB-RS232
ColorWhite
Read Speed5 to 55 IPS
Track1, 2 & 3
Card FormatISO/ANSI, AAMVA, and "USER" (Custom)
Head Duty Cycle (Passes)1,000,000
FeatureOperating Voltage: 24VDC +/-10% (Power Adaptor Module Included).
Power Consumption: <2AMPS (Triple Track Reading & Writing at High Coercivity).
MTBF: 160,000 Power On Hours.
Encoding/Decoding Density: 75 or 210 BPI, for each track.
Media Coercivity: 250 to 4200 oersted
Operating Temperature: 32° F to 122° F (0° C to 50° C). Maximum 95% non-condensing
Storage Temperature: 14° F to 140° F (-10° C to 60° C), non-condensing.
Low Amplitude: Read >30%@210 BPI, >40%@75 BPI.
Write Performance: Meets or exceeds ISO 7811 requirement for new cards
Media Thickness: 0.007 to .045 inches.
Dimensions2.60" x 2.50" x 8.00"
Weight3.00 lbs.
Shipping weight2.27 kg
Package size254 × 254 × 254 mm

Questions about this item

Does the EzWriter IDWA-332333 ship with the power adapter and cables needed to start reading and writing cards?

Yes, the box includes the RS-232 reader-writer, a 5-foot cable, a 24 VDC power adapter module, a utility disk, a user manual and programming documentation.

Should I choose the 75 BPI or 210 BPI density setting for my application?

Use 75 BPI for standard low-coercivity cards and 210 BPI for high-coercivity cards; the reader-writer handles both densities on tracks 1, 2 and 3.

What does the 5 to 55 IPS read speed mean for daily transaction volume?

The head is rated for 1,000,000 passes and the unit has a 160,000-hour MTBF, so the 5-55 IPS range supports continuous swipe throughput in a busy point-of-sale lane.

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