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Compact aluminium CFexpress Type B reader with USB-C cable

MAIWO

MAIWO K1685CF CFexpress Type B Card Reader USB 3.1 Gen 2 10Gbps

SKU CH-HC6G-TWNCP

Reads CFexpress Type B cards at up to 10 Gbps via USB 3.1 Gen 2 and works with Windows, Mac, Linux and Android

  • Type1 card
  • Transfer bulk files in seconds with 10Gbps USB 3.1 Gen 2 speed
  • Works instantly on Windows, Mac, Linux and Android with no drivers needed
  • Rugged aluminium housing protects the reader during frequent travel
  • USB-C cable included for direct connection to laptops and phones
  • Compact design fits in any bag for on-location CFexpress Type B access

CFexpress Type B card reader for field workflows

The MAIWO K1685CF reads CFexpress Type B cards up to 2 TB via a USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type‑C connection. It targets photographers, videographers and content creators who need to offload RAW photos, 4K footage and large project files quickly while on location. No driver or software installation is required on Windows, macOS, Linux or Android devices.

Aluminium body acts as passive heatsink

The all‑aluminium enclosure dissipates heat from the controller during sustained transfers at up to 10 Gbps. No fan is present, so operation stays silent even when moving multi‑gigabyte batches. Power is drawn solely from the host USB‑C port, keeping the setup cable‑free and lightweight for mobile use.

USB‑C to USB‑C cable included for direct connection

The supplied cable plugs straight into modern laptops, tablets or OTG‑capable smartphones without adapters. A single card slot means only one CFexpress Type B card can be accessed at a time, so shooters with dual‑card cameras must swap media sequentially. The compact aluminium shell resists knocks in a gear bag.

Highlights

  • Transfer bulk files in seconds with 10Gbps USB 3.1 Gen 2 speed
  • Works instantly on Windows, Mac, Linux and Android with no drivers needed
  • Rugged aluminium housing protects the reader during frequent travel
  • USB-C cable included for direct connection to laptops and phones
  • Compact design fits in any bag for on-location CFexpress Type B access

Specifications

Type1 card

Questions about this item

How do I connect the MAIWO K1685CF reader to my laptop using the included USB-C cable?

Plug the USB-C connector into the reader's port, then insert the other end into a USB 3.1 Gen 2 or USB 3.2 Type-C port on your laptop; the reader draws power directly from the bus and requires no driver installation.

What long-term wear should I watch for on the CFexpress Type B card slot?

Repeated insertion cycles can eventually loosen the spring-loaded contacts inside the slot; keep the port free of dust and avoid forcing cards to maximise its service life.

At what point does the aluminum body become a thermal limit during sustained 10Gbps transfers?

Under continuous maximum throughput the enclosure acts as a heatsink and will become noticeably warm; if it grows too hot to hold comfortably, pause the transfer to let it cool.

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