Online and Digital Identification, Securing Web 2.0, PKI and Digital Certificates

Cherry unveils new smart card readers

Thursday, September 18, 2008 in News

Cherry Electrical Products introduced two new stand-alone smart card readers for network security applications. The ST-1210 is contact smart card reader and the ST-1275 dual smart card reader is for contact and contactless cards.

Both models are USB 2.0 compatible and feature a design for one-hand operation. Typical applications include building entry, network logon, digital signature, e-mail encryption, single sign on and transaction processing.


The ST-1210 and ST-1275 Smart Terminals are EMV 2000 Terminal Level 1 compliant and CCID compatible. They read and write all ISO 7816 cards and support PC/SC, CT-API and OCF interfaces. The ST-1275 model also features a short-range contactless card reader that supports ISO 14443A/B and is ICAO compliant.

Both models are available in light grey or black and measure 4.13” X 2.76” X 0.47” and offer a two-year warranty. [end]