About this product

The Transcend USB 3.0 Card Reader is a compact and portable memory card reader designed for fast and reliable data transfers. Supporting microSDHC, microSDXC, SDHC, SDXC, and UHS-I memory cards, it is ideal for photographers, content creators, students, and professionals who need quick access to digital files. Its ultra compact design is roughly the size of a standard USB flash drive, making it easy to carry anywhere. Buy this Transcend USB 3.0 Card Reader online today for quick delivery in South Africa.

Description

The Transcend USB 3.0 Card Reader is designed for users who require convenient access to data stored on SD and microSD memory cards. Its compact housing is approximately the same size as a standard USB flash drive, making it easy to keep with your laptop, camera equipment, or everyday accessories.

Compatible with SDHC, SDXC, microSDHC, microSDXC, and UHS-I memory cards, this reader supports a wide variety of storage devices commonly used in digital cameras, action cameras, drones, smartphones, tablets, and other portable electronics. The USB 3.0 interface enables fast file transfers when used with compatible systems, helping reduce waiting time when copying photos, videos, music, and documents.

The lightweight design requires minimal space while offering dependable operation for home, office, educational, and professional environments. Whether backing up important files or accessing multimedia content, the Transcend USB 3.0 Card Reader delivers a practical storage solution.

Features

The Transcend USB 3.0 Card Reader combines portability with broad compatibility, making it suitable for everyday digital storage tasks.

• USB 3.0 interface for fast data transfers
• Supports SDHC memory cards
• Supports SDXC memory cards
• Supports microSDHC memory cards
• Supports microSDXC memory cards
• Compatible with UHS-I memory cards
• Ultra compact design approximately the size of a USB flash drive
• Lightweight and portable for travel
• Simple plug and play operation
• Suitable for transferring photos, videos, documents, and other files

Versatile card reader for SD and microSD cards
Featuring double card slots for both your SD and microSD memory cards, the RDF5 handles most of your daily needs for transfering data between your cameras, phones, and PCs.

Standard USB Type-A connector
Transcend's RDF5 card reader comes with a standard USB Type-A connector. Simply plug it in directly to the USB port of the computer, you can immediately enjoy high-speed transfer!

Higher speeds, higher efficiency
Equipped with the USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface, the RDF5 card reader shows amazing transfer speeds, much faster than what you'd get with USB 2.0! Not only will the RDF5 handle your high-resolution images and videos with ease, but it also has an LED indicator to show card insertion and data transfer activity.

Compact Power
The RDF5 card reader is small enough to slip into your pocket or briefcase for superior convenience. With its plug-and-play functionality, you can transfer your most important files between the RDF5 and your computer anywhere, anytime.

RecoveRx software
Transcend offers the RecoveRx software, a free data recovery utility that allows you to search deep within a storage device for traces of erased files including digital photos, documents, music, and videos.

What's in the Box

• 1 x Transcend USB 3.0 Card Reader - Black

Specifications

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Specifications and features
Product Code	TS-RDF5K
Appearance
Dimensions	56 mm x 24 mm x 8.9 mm (2.20" x 0.94" x 0.35")
Weight	18 g (0.63 oz)
Color	Black
Interface
USB Type	USB Type-A
Connection Interface	USB 3.1 Gen 1 (USB 5Gbps)
Hardware
Card Reader Slot(s)	SD /
	microSD
Operating Environment
Operating Temperature	0degreesC (32degreesF) ~ 70degreesC (158degreesF)
Operating Voltage	5V
Note	Simultaneous insertion of two cards not supported.
Performance
Note	Speed may vary due to host hardware, software, usage, and storage capacity.
System Requirement
Operating System	Microsoft Windows 7 or later
	macOS 10.2.8 or later
	Linux Kernel 2.6.30 or later
Compatibility
Memory Card Supported	SDXC (UHS-I)/
	SDHC (UHS-I)/
	microSDXC (UHS-I)/
	microSDHC (UHS-I)
Note	This card reader will work with UHS-II cards, but only operates at UHS-I speeds.

FAQ

What memory cards does the Transcend USB 3.0 Card Reader support?

The reader supports microSDHC, microSDXC, SDHC, SDXC, and UHS-I memory cards.

Does this card reader use USB 3.0?

Yes. It features a USB 3.0 interface for high speed data transfers when connected to a compatible USB 3.0 port.

Can I use this card reader for transferring photos and videos?

Yes. It is ideal for transferring photos, videos, documents, music, and other digital files between supported memory cards and a computer.

Is the card reader portable?

Yes. Its ultra compact design is roughly the size of a standard USB flash drive, making it easy to carry in a pocket or laptop bag.

Who is this card reader suitable for?

It is suitable for photographers, students, professionals, content creators, and anyone who regularly works with SD or microSD memory cards.