Angelbird Performance Card Reader CFexpress B
Angelbird Performance Card Reader CFexpress B
USB-C 40Gb CFexpress Type B Performance Reader With Solid Cool Active Cooling
The Angelbird Performance Card Reader CFexpress B is a high-performance USB4 reader for CFexpress Type B media, designed for fast offloading and direct-from-card post-production workflows.
Its USB-C 4.0 Gen 3×2 host interface supports transfer bandwidth up to 40Gb/s, while Angelbird Solid Cool active cooling helps prevent overheating and thermal throttling during extended transfers and editing sessions. XQD media is not supported.
- CFexpress Type B performance reader.
- USB-C 4.0 Gen 3×2 host interface up to 40Gb/s.
- Solid Cool active cooling for sustained performance.
- Solid Connect recessed USB-C port.
- USB bus powered.
Category: Card Readers (Standalone)
Brand: Angelbird
Original price was: £ 240.83.£ 229.95Current price is: £ 229.95. | £ 275.94 inc VAT
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Angelbird Performance Card Reader CFexpress B Product Overview
The Angelbird Performance Card Reader CFexpress B is designed for demanding post-production workflows where sustained CFexpress Type B performance matters as much as peak transfer speed.
40Gb/s USB4 Performance
The reader uses USB-C 4.0 Gen 3x2 connectivity with transfer bandwidth up to 40Gb/s. It is USB backward compatible and technically compatible with Thunderbolt 3, 4 and 5 hosts, operating through USB4 where supported.
Solid Cool Active Cooling
Angelbird's Solid Cool technology actively cools the inserted CFexpress card to help prevent overheating and thermal throttling during long offloads or sustained post-production use.
Edit Directly From CFexpress Media
The high-bandwidth interface and thermal management are designed to support real-time access to large RAW video and high-resolution photography files directly from suitable CFexpress Type B media, subject to host and card performance.
CFexpress Type B Support
The reader is designed for CFexpress Type B media. XQD cards are not supported.
Solid Connect
The recessed Solid Connect USB-C port protects the physical connection, helps keep transfers stable and reduces cable wear during repeated professional use.
Firmware Maintenance
The reader supports firmware updates for compatible Angelbird CFexpress Type B cards using Angelbird's Firmware Update Tool.
Robust Bus-Powered Design
The reader measures approximately 97.5 x 21.5 x 65mm, weighs around 175g and is powered directly from the USB host. A 32cm USB-C 4.0 Solid Flex cable is included.
Angelbird Performance Card Reader CFexpress B Key Features
- Professional CFexpress Type B performance card reader.
- USB-C 4.0 Gen 3x2 host interface up to 40Gb/s.
- Solid Cool active cooling helps prevent overheating and thermal throttling.
- Designed for fast offloads and direct-from-card editing workflows.
- Solid Connect recessed USB-C port for secure data transfer.
- Supports firmware updates for compatible Angelbird CFexpress Type B media.
- XQD media not supported.
- USB bus powered.
- Compatible with macOS, iPadOS, iOS, Windows, Linux and Android.
- Technically compatible with Thunderbolt 3, 4 and 5 hosts via USB4 up to 40Gb/s where supported.
- Includes 32cm USB-C 4.0 Solid Flex cable.
- 3-year limited warranty subject to activation within 30 days.
Angelbird Performance Card Reader CFexpress B Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer | Angelbird |
| Product | Performance Card Reader CFexpress B |
| Manufacturer Part Number | CFXBCRP |
| Reader Type | CFexpress Type B |
| Drive Interface | CFexpress Type B |
| Host Interface | USB-C 4.0 Gen 3x2, up to 40Gb/s, USB backward compatible |
| Cooling | Solid Cool active cooling |
| Power | USB bus powered |
| Compatibility | macOS, iPadOS, iOS, Windows, Linux, Android |
| Thunderbolt Compatibility | Technically compatible with Thunderbolt 3, 4 and 5 hosts via USB 4.0 Gen 3x2, up to 40Gb/s where supported |
| XQD Compatibility | Not supported |
| Dimensions | 97.5 x 21.5 x 65mm |
| Weight | Approximately 175g |
| Certifications | RoHS, CE, FCC, UKCA, KC, RCM, REACH |
| Package Contents | Performance Card Reader CFexpress B, 32cm USB-C 4.0 Solid Flex cable; CFexpress B card not included |
| Warranty | 3-year limited warranty; activation within 30 days required for the 3-year term |
Angelbird Performance Card Reader CFexpress B Product Downloads
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