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product_id: 17672939
title: "IDBridge CT30 USB Smart Card Reader Writer CAC DOD ID Army Military Government Corporate Medical eID Contact Chip IC Common Access Card Gemalto Thales"
brand: "scroy"
price: "€ 43.23"
currency: EUR
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category: "Scroy"
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# 96 Mbps USB 3.0 speed Compact, fits standard postal envelope ISO7816 smart card security IDBridge CT30 USB Smart Card Reader Writer CAC DOD ID Army Military Government Corporate Medical eID Contact Chip IC Common Access Card Gemalto Thales

**Brand:** scroy
**Price:** € 43.23
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔐 Elevate your digital fortress with the IDBridge CT30 — where security meets sleek innovation.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** IDBridge CT30 USB Smart Card Reader Writer CAC DOD ID Army Military Government Corporate Medical eID Contact Chip IC Common Access Card Gemalto Thales by scroy
- **How much does it cost?** € 43.23 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## 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

- • **Ultra-Compact Design:** Lightweight and slim profile optimizes shipping and workspace without sacrificing durability.
- • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** Built-in USB cord with non-removable cable ensures zero downtime and hassle-free setup.
- • **Transparent Innovation:** Sleek see-through casing highlights your smart card, making security stylish and visible.
- • **Cross-Platform Compatibility:** Effortlessly works with Windows, macOS, and Linux for versatile professional environments.
- • **Seamless Security Integration:** Supports all major government and corporate CAC systems for instant trusted access.

## Overview

The Thales Gemalto IDBridge CT30 is a high-performance USB 3.0 smart card reader designed for government, military, and corporate CAC authentication. Featuring a compact transparent design, built-in non-removable USB cable, and broad OS compatibility, it delivers reliable, plug-and-play security for logical access and identity verification across multiple platforms.

## Description

Thales Gemalto IDBridge smart card readers are designed for securing network access, using the Gemalto PC Core hardware and firmware, handling all types of ISO7816 compatible smart cards. Several different models are available to adapt to every host PC interfaces and Smart Card usages. As the rates of identity theft increases, more and more companies are turning to smart technology to secure their networks. Enterprises, governments and financial institutions are rapidly deploying a smart card infrastructure for logical access and protecting the privacy of on-line bank customers and web shoppers. Gemalto’s user-friendly smart card readers are an integrated part of more global authentication solutions. Built on the latest technology they offer reliability and are certified by the major computing and banking organizations ensuring easy deployment. Our diversified series includes readers for desktops, laptops, for SIM size card and readers for Pin entry.

## Features

- Innovative transparent design to highlight the card
- Maximum usability and reliability with non removable cable, preventing reader unplugs
- Compact and lightweight to optimize shipping expenses on large project deployment, fitting in a standard postal envelope size
- DOD Military CAC USB Smart Card Reader for Government ID, National ID, ActivClient, AKO, OWA, DKO, JKO, NKO, BOL, GKO, Marinenet, AF Portal, Pure Edge Viewer, ApproveIt, DCO, DTS, LPS, Disa Enterprise Email etc. CAC Cards
- Supports all OS: Windows 7, 8, 10, Linux OS, Apple macOS X

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00G46Y7CG |
| Additional Features | Built-In USB Cord, Easy Setup, Plug & Play |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,012 in Computer Memory Card Readers |
| Brand | SCROY |
| Color | Transparent |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop, Laptop |
| Connectivity Technology | USB Type A |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (806) |
| Data Transfer Rate | 96 megabits_per_second |
| Hardware Interface | USB 3.0 Type A |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 2.5"L x 0.5"W x 2.9"H |
| Item Weight | 51 g |
| Manufacturer | Thales |
| Media Type | SmartCard |
| Mfr Part Number | CT30 |
| Model Name | IDBridge CT30 |
| Model Number | IDBridge CT30 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Operating System | Linux, Windows |
| Slot Count | 1 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | 12 months |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** SCROY
- **Color:** Transparent
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB Type A
- **Media Type:** SmartCard
- **Special Feature:** Built-In USB Cord, Easy Setup, Plug & Play

## Images

![IDBridge CT30 USB Smart Card Reader Writer CAC DOD ID Army Military Government Corporate Medical eID Contact Chip IC Common Access Card Gemalto Thales - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61o-wcK-zKL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Model** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: what software can i use? to be able to read my smart card with this reader/writer.**
A: This device has many purposes and for every purpose there are different programs. This is also the reason why there isn't any software provided with the device. It really depends what card you have. In most cases card issuer provides you the correct software.

**Q: Which cards are compatible to write to these cards?**
A: According to manufacturer it reads from and writes to all ISO 7816-1,2,3,4 microprocessor cards, T=0 and T=1 protocols

Please check manufacturer website (under Technical Specifications)
https://www.gemalto.com/products/pc_link_readers/index.html

**Q: Is the drivers and the hardware compatible with raspberry pi?**
A: Hi, It support this device. But drivers depend on the OS you have installed on it. Please check manufacturer website about driver availability for different OS.
http://support.gemalto.com/index.php?id=pc_usb_tr_and_pc_twin#.WYB9pulLdPY

**Q: Would you be able to write to Java Cards with this writer?**
A: I am not familiar, but I believe so. You can Google the spec sheet and get the details

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*Last updated: 2026-10-28*