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Small matte-black USB-C smart-card reader, rectangular with front card slot

ZOWEETEK 12026-8 RFID USB-C CAC Reader

SKU CH-CAAA-4RYMS MPN 12026-8

USB-C smart-card reader for CAC, PIV and EMV chip cards on Windows, macOS and Linux

  • ConnectorsUSB Type C
  • FeaturePlug & Play
  • Dimensions1.8 L x 9.3 W x 11.8 H centimeters
  • Weight0.06 kilograms
  • USB-C plug-and-play for instant smart-card access
  • Certified to ISO-7816, EMV 2000 Level 1, CE, FCC, VCCI and WHQL
  • Reads 5 V, 3 V and 1.8 V contact chip cards including CAC and PIV
  • Works with Windows 10/11, macOS 10.15+ and Linux
  • Weighs only .06 kg and measures 1.8 × 9.3 × 11.8 cm

USB-C CAC Reader for Government ID

The ZOWEETEK 12026-8 reads contact smart chip cards through a USB Type C connector. It targets military personnel, government employees and contractors who need to authenticate with Common Access Cards on Windows 10, Windows 11 or Mac OS 10.15 and later. Linux compatibility is also listed. The device measures 1.8 by 9.3 by 11.8 centimetres and weighs 0.06 kilograms.

Driver and Software Requirements

Windows 11 requires a driver installation while Windows 10 and Linux operate plug and play. Mac users must install Java from the official website before use. Department of Defense and US Government users additionally need a third‑party CAC Enabler program to access sites such as ActivClient, AKO, OWA and DISA Enterprise Email. iPhone and iPad are not supported.

ISO 7816 Class A, B, C Voltage Support

The reader handles 5V, 3V and 1.8V smart cards compliant with ICC ISO/IEC 7816 Class A, B and C. This voltage range determines whether a specific government ID or banking card will function. Certifications include PIV, EMS, EMV2 2000 Level 1, CE, FCC, VCCI and Microsoft WHQL.

Highlights

  • USB-C plug-and-play for instant smart-card access
  • Certified to ISO-7816, EMV 2000 Level 1, CE, FCC, VCCI and WHQL
  • Reads 5 V, 3 V and 1.8 V contact chip cards including CAC and PIV
  • Works with Windows 10/11, macOS 10.15+ and Linux
  • Weighs only .06 kg and measures 1.8 × 9.3 × 11.8 cm

Specifications

BrandZOWEETEK
ConnectorsUSB Type C
FeaturePlug & Play
Dimensions1.8 L x 9.3 W x 11.8 H centimeters
Weight0.06 kilograms

Questions about this item

How long will the internal smart-card chip contacts last before they need replacement?

The reader uses high-end chips rated for a long service life, so the contact mechanism is not a routine maintenance item.

What is the first limitation you hit when the reader stays plugged in all day?

Continuous operation is limited by the host device's USB-C port power delivery, not by the reader itself.

Does the ZOWEETEK 12026-8 get warm or make noise during extended use?

It runs silently with no moving parts and draws minimal power, so heat and noise are negligible.

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