MSR206X Manual Swipe Magnetic Stripe Card Reader / Writer

Category: Magnetic Stripe Card Reader Writers

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Description

The MSR206X is a commercial-grade, heavy-duty magnetic stripe card reader and writer designed for professional data encoding and verification. This dual-coercivity device reads, writes, and erases information across all three standard tracks in a single manual swipe. Built for high-volume environments, it supports both High Coercivity (HiCo) and Low Coercivity (LoCo) cards, making it fully compatible with banking, access control, and identification systems worldwide. Its rugged desktop chassis ensures extreme stability during continuous swipe operations, and it incorporates a dual-head layout to automatically verify written data instantly.

Key Features

Triple-Track Capability: Reads, writes, and verifies data across Tracks 1, 2, and 3 simultaneously.
Dual Coercivity Support: Operates seamlessly with both HiCo and LoCo cards (300 to 4000 Oersteds).
Industrial Durability: Heavy-duty construction featuring a magnetic head lifespan rated for over 1,000,000 passes.
Instant Data Verification: Built-in read head instantly cross-checks encoded data to minimize write errors.
LED Status Indicators: Multi-colored LED array and internal buzzer provide instant visual and audio feedback for successful or failed swipes.
ISO Compliance: Fully conforms to standard ISO 7811 / 1–6 formats for universal card compatibility.

Technical Specifications

Recording Density:
- Track 1: 210 bits per inch (bpi)
- Track 2: 75 or 210 bits per inch (bpi)
- Track 3: 210 bits per inch (bpi)
Swipe Speed Range:
- Read Operation: 5 to 55 inches per second (ips)
- Write Operation: 5 to 30 inches per second (ips)
Error Rate: Under 0.5% for reading; under 0.8% for writing.
Interface Options: Available in USB (Virtual COM) or legacy RS-232 Serial configurations.
Power Supply: External +24V DC / 2.5A power adapter.
Physical Dimensions: 210mm x 62mm x 65mm (Length x Width x Height).
Weight: Approximately 1.5 kg (providing desktop stability without slipping).

Core Functions

Data Encoding: Programs raw alphanumeric and numeric data fields into specific card formats.
Card Duplication: Reads an existing master card and clones its data configuration accurately onto a blank card.
Bulk Erasing: Completely clears and resets magnetic strips on both HiCo and LoCo cards for reuse.
Custom Profile Management: Supports programming specialized data formats like AAMVA/DMV driver’s licenses, employee badges, and custom retail loyalty cards.