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Smart card readers for
health-insurance-cards
Support for Windows, iOS, Android, Linux, and Mac OS X
Mobile Solution for Emergency Services, Paramedics, Emergency Responders, and Midwives
The bR301 smart card readers are already being used successfully—including by the ADAC, the Johanniter, the Red Cross, and countless midwives. The readers have been successfully tested by well-known providers such as Thieme DokuFORM GmbH and Zoll Medical GmbH, where they are used in emergency medical services and critical emergency situations. In these demanding scenarios, the readers demonstrate exceptional reliability and security.
Rugged and Efficient
The bR301 C18 supports Windows, iOS, Android, Linux, Mac OS X,
Secure and Efficient with the Feitian ID Smart Card Reader
The bR301 C18 is a compact and rugged Bluetooth smart card reader with a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE 4.2) interface and a USB-C port, making it ideal for both mobile and stationary use. The reader is equipped with a replaceable battery (800 mAh), allowing for use over several days without recharging. With CE/FCC/EMV L1 Certification, advanced security features, and broad compatibility with operating systems such as Windows, Android, and iOS, it is versatile and easy to use—from authentication to eID applications.
Interface: USB Type-C, Bluetooth 4.2 BLE
Transfer rate: 12 Mbps (USB 2.0 Full Speed)
Smart Card Support: ISO 7816 ID-1, T=0/T=1, 1.8V/3V/5V cards
Compatibility: Windows, iOS, Android, Linux, macOS via SDK
Power supply: USB 5V DC, internal rechargeable battery (800 mAh)
Power Consumption: Standby <50 mA, active <180 mA
Certifications: CE, FCC, RoHS, EMC L1, BSMI,
Material/Weight: PC plastic, 56 g
Dimensions: 85 × 64 × 13.5 mm
Indicators: LED (blue, red, yellow, green)
Operating temperature: 0°C to 60°C
Safety: Short-circuit, overvoltage, and thermal protection; firmware encryption
Lifespan: 100,000 card cycles, MTBF 500,000 hours
Manufacturer’s warranty: 12 months
Drivers & SDKs Available for Further Development
Customization: Company logo branding, color, and firmware can be customized
(Please contact us about this.)
Key Features: Durable, replaceable battery, low power consumption, long battery life, strap loop for attachment
EASY AND SAFE
bR301 BLE C45 Smart Card Reader for Insurance Cards
The world’s lightest smart card reader
The bR301-C45 is an extremely lightweight and slim Bluetooth smart card reader featuring a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE 4.2) interface and a USB-C port, making it ideal for both mobile and stationary use. With CE/FCC/EMV L1 Certification, advanced security features, and broad compatibility with operating systems such as Windows, Android, and iOS, it is versatile and easy to use—from authentication to eID applications.
Interface: USB Type-C, Bluetooth 4.2 BLE
Transfer rate: 12 Mbps (USB 2.0 Full Speed)
Smart Card Support: ISO 7816 ID-1, T=0/T=1, 1.8V/3V/5V cards
Compatibility: Windows, iOS, Android, Linux, macOS via SDK
Power supply: USB 5V DC, 3.7V 350mAh internal battery
Power Consumption: Standby <50 mA, active <180 mA
Certifications: CE, FCC, RoHS, EMC L1, BSMI,
Material/Weight: PC plastic, 33 g
Dimensions: 91 × 63 × 8 mm
Indicators: LED (blue, red, yellow, green)
Operating temperature: 0°C to 60°C
Safety: Short-circuit, overvoltage, and thermal protection; firmware encryption
Lifespan: 100,000 card cycles, MTBF 500,000 hours
Manufacturer’s warranty: 12 months
Drivers & SDKs Available for Further Development
Customization: Company logo branding, color, and firmware can be customized
(Please contact us about this.)
Key features: Lightweight, low power consumption, attaches to flat surfaces using Velcro or double-sided tape
Note
Starting in 2026, health insurance cards will be gradually modernized. XML-ph-0000@deepl.internal The plan is to transition to Contactless NFC technology. PCP already offers the reader needed to read Contactless health insurance cards in the future. The card can then simply be tapped or used via a smartphone. This provides greater convenience, security, and digital possibilities.
Bluetooth BLE Chip Card Reader
bR500 BLE C45F Smart Card Reader for National ID Cards
The world’s lightest Bluetooth smart card reader
The World’s Lightest Bluetooth NFC Reader
The bR500 is the world’s lightest contactless Bluetooth Smartcard Reader and stands out for its compact, elegant design and ease of use. Four built-in LEDs indicate the status of the device and the card or ID to the user.
Thanks to support for the CCID and PC/SC standards, as well as modern Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology, the reader is compatible with nearly all common operating systems—including iOS, Android, Windows, Linux, and macOS.
The power-saving feature is particularly convenient: After 3 minutes of inactivity, the device automatically switches to sleep mode—enabling it to operate for over a week with normal use without needing to be recharged.
The world’s lightest BLE card reader
Compact, slim design (91 × 63 × 8 mm)
Intuitive status indicator with 4 LEDs
Easy attachment to smooth surfaces using Velcro or double-sided tape
Bluetooth 4.2 Low Energy (BLE)—energy-efficient and reliable XML-PH-0006@deepl.internal Long battery life thanks to a 350 mAh battery XML-PH-0007@deepl.internal Automatic power-saving mode after 3 minutes XML-PH-0008@deepl.internal Cross-platform compatible: Windows (2000+), Linux, macOS X, UNIX, Android (4.3+), iOS (4.0+)
Supports Contactless smart cards according to ISO 14443, MIFARE, FeliCa, EMV Level 1
Compliant with international standards: USB 2.0, CCID, PC/SC, BT-Smart XML-ph-0011@deepl.internal Certifications: CE, FCC, RoHS, EMV Level 1, LTIC, BSMI, NFC, TELEC, FIPS201, Microsoft WHQL
ID Chip Card Reader
Reliable ID chip card reader for insurance cards—proven in professional use
The bR301 card readers for health insurance cards offer the ideal solution for mobile and stationary applications in the Healthcare sector, emergency medical services, and midwifery.
Already successfully in use at well-known organizations such as the ADAC, the Johanniter, and the Red Cross, the bR301 readers offer the highest level of security, flexibility, and platform independence. Companies such as Thieme DokuFORM GmbH and Hebset GmbH have successfully tested the bR301 smart card readers and integrated them into their applications using the SDK.
Thanks to support for iOS, Android, Windows, Linux, and Mac OS X, the card readers are highly versatile—whether in ambulances, in the field, or in control centers. Connection is convenient via USB 2.0 or Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), enabling both wired and wireless applications without any issues.
Both bR301 readers comply with key standards such as EMV Level 1, ISO 7816-1/2/3 with T=0 and T=1 protocols, as well as the PC/SC and CCID specifications. With MFi certification, they are also well-suited for Apple devices. A comprehensive third-party software development kit (SDK) is available to developers, enabling easy integration into existing software solutions. This makes the card reader ideal for both standard solutions and customized applications in the Healthcare sector.
The bR301 smart card reader is a modern, secure, and proven card reader for health insurance cards that stands out for its reliability, compatibility, and user-friendliness.
The bR500 NFC reader has been successfully used in most branches of German Sparkasse banks for over 4 years.
Using an app, the reader is very successfully employed to read National ID Cards (with NFC chips) as well as a number of European Passports.
Currently, over 8,000 of these Contactless readers are in use at Sparkasse branches, which are extremely satisfied with the readers and PCP’s service, as evidenced by the reviews on the PCP website.