--- product_id: 135106934 title: "Gemalto IDBridge CT30 USB Smart Card Reader ID Tacho CAC Military HID eID Better Than OMNIKEY 1021 1031" brand: "scroy" price: "Β£39.49" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 category: "Scroy" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/135106934-gemalto-idbridge-ct30-usb-smart-card-reader-id-tacho-cac store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 96 Mbps USB 3.0 speed ISO/IEC 7816 & EMV card compatibility Supports PKI/CAC/HID secure cards Gemalto IDBridge CT30 USB Smart Card Reader ID Tacho CAC Military HID eID Better Than OMNIKEY 1021 1031 **Brand:** scroy **Price:** Β£39.49 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ” Unlock secure access at lightning speed with Gemalto’s IDBridge CT30! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Gemalto IDBridge CT30 USB Smart Card Reader ID Tacho CAC Military HID eID Better Than OMNIKEY 1021 1031 by scroy - **How much does it cost?** Β£39.49 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/135106934-gemalto-idbridge-ct30-usb-smart-card-reader-id-tacho-cac) ## Best For - scroy enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted scroy brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Military-Grade Security:** Supports Common Access Card (CAC) and PKI for uncompromised identity verification. - β€’ **Plug & Play Convenience:** Effortless USB connectivity with broad OS support for hassle-free deployment. - β€’ **Compact & Lightweight Design:** Weighing just 51 grams, it’s the perfect on-the-go identity solution. - β€’ **Blazing Fast USB 3.0 Transfer:** Experience seamless 96 Mbps data flow for instant card reads and writes. - β€’ **Universal Smart Card Compatibility:** Works flawlessly with ISO 7816, EMV, e-passports, and RFID cards. ## Overview The Gemalto IDBridge CT30 is a cutting-edge USB 3.0 smart card reader delivering 96 Mbps data transfer, supporting a wide range of secure card formats including CAC, PKI, EMV, and e-passports. Designed for both public and private sectors, it ensures fast, reliable, and secure identity verification in a compact, lightweight form factor. ## Description Product Description Gemalto IDBridge CT30 USB Smart Card Reader ID Tacho CAC Military HID eID Better Than OMNIKEY IDBridge CT30 USB Smart Card Reader Product information Gemalto IDBridge CT30 USB Smart Card Reader is a smart card reader solution based on the USB 2.0 standard with a high-performance embedded microcontroller that supports all ISO/IEC 7816-compatible smart card formats including ISO 15693 and standard EMV cards as well as PKI/CAC/HID cards. It can be used in public areas, vending machines, point-of-sale terminals, and access control applications which all require hassle-free transactions via digital means (e.g., RFID). About it Gemalto IDBridge CT30 is the original USB smart card reader that makes it easy to read and write all current types of smart cards, including e-passports. It’s also a convenient and secure way to connect ID documents for online transactions. The included software allows a bridge to be used as a USB server for downloading files from one computer and uploading them to another by connecting via a network or USB interface. About this item 1021/1031 compatible for j BID2-VID/PID/SID, Common Access Card (CAC) 4D V 4975:2003, Suite 4 of 5 of the ISO 7816 ISA 2.3 Update 2 ATR-133, ICAO formats 19xx and EAC formats 1xx The Gemalto IDBridge CT30 USB Smart Card Reader is the latest generation of solutions for the issuance, verification, and administration of secure identities for both public and private sector customers. The bridge-CT30 supports Cryptographic Application Programming Interfaces (CAPI), which provides flexibility in the design of applications and allows integration with existing applications. It also supports PKCS#15 - Smartcard Certificate and Authentication Packet Exchange Specification v2. Review: Working as expected - The product was working as expected Review: Works as expected - Good product and works as expected. If it drops, it would not function. Build quality is not at its best. ## Features - Easy to access - Durable in nature and its performance - Efficient output ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00G46Y7CG | | Best Sellers Rank | #388,553 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #460 in External Memory Card Readers | | Brand | SCROY | | Brand Name | SCROY | | Colour | BLACK | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 779 Reviews | | Data Transfer Rate | 96 Megabits Per Second | | Hardware Interface | USB 3.0 Type A | | Item Weight Unit of Measure | 51 Grams | | Manufacturer | GEMALTO | | Manufacturer Part Number | CT30 | | Model Number | IDBridge CT30 | | Network Connectivity Technology | USB | ## Product Details - **Brand:** SCROY - **Colour:** BLACK - **Connectivity Technology:** USB - **Data Transfer Rate:** 96 Megabits Per Second - **Hardware Interface:** USB 3.0 Type A ## Images ![Gemalto IDBridge CT30 USB Smart Card Reader ID Tacho CAC Military HID eID Better Than OMNIKEY 1021 1031 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61o-wcK-zKL.jpg) ![Gemalto IDBridge CT30 USB Smart Card Reader ID Tacho CAC Military HID eID Better Than OMNIKEY 1021 1031 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61B7HBQgtbL.jpg) ![Gemalto IDBridge CT30 USB Smart Card Reader ID Tacho CAC Military HID eID Better Than OMNIKEY 1021 1031 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41f-7-DkwlL.jpg) ![Gemalto IDBridge CT30 USB Smart Card Reader ID Tacho CAC Military HID eID Better Than OMNIKEY 1021 1031 - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/415G+EwWKoL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does it work with PKI smart cards?** A: Yes, it is compatible with PKI smart cards. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Working as expected *by P***A on 14 March 2022* The product was working as expected ### ⭐⭐⭐ Works as expected *by A***R on 17 August 2020* Good product and works as expected. If it drops, it would not function. Build quality is not at its best. ### ⭐⭐ needs additional software to read *by S***S on 17 August 2020* Does not work as drivers don't come with it. Needs additional software to read card. ## Frequently Bought Together - SCROY IDBridge CT30 USB Smart Card Reader Writer CAC DOD ID Army Military Government Corporate Medical eID Contact Chip IC Common Access Card Gemalto Thales - Taglio PIVKey C910 Certificate Based PKI Smart Card for Authentication and Identification, Dual Interface Contact/Contactless Smart Card, Supports Windows PIV Drivers, Standard ISO. - Identiv SCR3310v2.0 USB Smart Card Reader --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/135106934-gemalto-idbridge-ct30-usb-smart-card-reader-id-tacho-cac](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/135106934-gemalto-idbridge-ct30-usb-smart-card-reader-id-tacho-cac) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-06-05*