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Plugable USB Type-C Flash Memory Card Reader
$17.95 USD
SKU: USBC-FLASH3Amazon Rating : (118 Reviews)
Features
- Blazing-fast card reader—Add this to your USB 3.1 Type-C (USB-C) device. Compatible with Late 2016 / 2017 / 2018 MacBook Pro, 12" Retina MacBook, Chromebook Pixel, and virtually all USB-C and Thunderbolt 3 host PCs. NOTE: Mac ports are very tight, and may require additional force for full insertion.
- Supports All Common Card Types—Secure Digital (SD), MultiMediaCard (MMC), and Memory Stick (MS)
- IMPORTANT NOTE:—Supported out of the box by Mac, Linux, and Windows Desktop or Laptop systems. Mobile platforms however are more than likely not supported since most Android devices with USB-C ports *DO NOT SUPPORT* adding on mass storage devices (rooting/jailbraking is required for this functionality). Ask the device manufacturer if adding mass storage via USB-C port is possible before purchase. Not compatible with iOS
- Card Information:—SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards are supported in UHS-I mode up to 104 MB/sec. Supports SDXC / MSXC Cards up to 2 TB in size. Note: Physical write-protect switch on SD cards not supported
- 2-Year Coverage, Lifetime Support—Every Plugable product, including this USB C SD Card Reader, is covered against defects for 2 years and comes with lifetime support. If you ever have questions, contact our North American-based team - even before purchase
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Product Description
Plugable's USB Type-C (USB-C) flash card reader is a great option for anyone looking for an easy way to add support for the most common storage media types to their USB-C enabled system. Expand the usability of your USB-C system by enabling access to removable storage cards used in many digital cameras, MP3 players, and mobile phones. Compact design for easy portability, with a permanently attached flexible, robust USB cable to enable connections in tight spots.
PerformanceOperates at USB 3.1 Gen 1 speeds. SD, SDHC, and SDXC cards are supported in UHS-I mode up to 104 MB/sec for maximum SD card performance. The benefits of USB 3.1's increased throughput over USB 2.0 are seen on SD cards class 10 and up.
NOTE: Mac ports are very tight, and may require additional force for full insertion.
Technical Specifications and Media Compatibility
Uses the Realtek RTS5307 chipset featuring:
Operating System Compatibility
Driverless compatibility with modern USB 3.1 capable systems including Windows (11, 10, 8.1/8), Mac OS X (10.10 Yosemite and newer), and Linux (3.x Kernel and newer versions).
Special note for Android and other Mobile Platforms:
Mobile platforms however are more than likely not supported since 95% of Android devices with USB-C ports *DO NOT SUPPORT* adding on mass storage devices (rooting/jailbreaking is required for this functionality). Android compatibility varies by device and is limited to devices running Android 6.0 and later with a full-sized USB-C port with storage mounting capabilities for peripherals. It is best to ask the Android device manufacturer if the Realtek RTS5307 chipset is compatible with the device before purchase.
In The Box
Item and Quantity | Item Notes |
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1x USB-C flash card reader |
Included Cables
Port Type (Side 1) | Cable Specification | Port Type (Side 2) | Cable Length | External Power for Cable |
---|---|---|---|---|
Male USB-C | USB 3.0 (5Gbps) | No |
Connection To Host
Port | Placement | Version and Link Rate | Features |
---|---|---|---|
1x USB-C | Cable End | USB 3.0 (5Gbps) |
Storage
Storage Port Location | Host Connection | Host Connecton Port Specification | Attached Cable (Port Type if No) | Slot and Media Type | Capacity (If Media Included) or Max Supported Capacity | Chipset |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Slot 1 | USB-C | USB 3.0 (5Gbps) | Yes | MicroSD (Trans-Flash) or
MicroSDHC or
MicroSDXC Micro SD |
2TB | RTS5307 Realtek |
Slot 2 | USB-C | USB 3.0 (5Gbps) | Yes | SD or
SDHC or
SDXC or
MMC or
RSMMC or
Mobile-MMC or
MMCPlus or
MMC-micro SD or
SDHC or
SDXC or
MMC |
64GB | RTS5307 Realtek |
Slot 3 | USB-C | USB 3.0 (5Gbps) | Yes | MS or
MS Pro or
MS Duo or
MS Pro Duo or
HS MS or
Micro-MS (M2) with adapter or
MSPRO-HG Duo or
MSPRO-HG Micro or
MSXC MS or
MSXC |
64GB | RTS5307 Realtek |
Physical Stats
Item | Size (H x W x D) or Length | Weight | SKU or Part Number |
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USBC Multi-Card-Reader | 1.5 x 6.5 x 2 centimeters 0.6 x 2.6 x 0.8 inches |
20 grams 0.7 ounces |
USBC-FLASH3 |
Card Reader
Media Interface | Bus Interface | Bus Speed | Chipset |
---|---|---|---|
Micro SD | Realtek RTS5307 |
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SD or SDHC or SDXC or MMC | Realtek RTS5307 |
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MS or MSXC | Realtek RTS5307 |
- Insert your desired memory card into the corresponding slot on the side of the Plugable USBC-FLASH3. Ensure that the card is inserted with the correct orientation.
- Plug the card reader into a USB-C slot on your host system.