{"product_id":"micro-sd-card-reader-for-raspberry-pi-mini-usb-20-0175","title":"Micro SD Card Reader for Raspberry Pi - Mini USB 2.0","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMicro SD Memory Card Reader - Mini USB 2.0\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis compact reader lets you connect a micro SD card to your computer or Raspberry Pi via a Mini USB 2.0 port. It’s ideal for reading, writing, and formatting micro SD cards for operating systems like Raspberry Pi OS. Plug-and-play detection works instantly on Linux, Windows, and macOS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMini USB 2.0 (Male)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCard Slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicro SD (supports microSD, microSDHC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Card Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32GB (microSDHC standard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Transfer Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 480 Mbps (USB 2.0)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWindows, macOS, Linux, Raspberry Pi OS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Can Build With This\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlash a new Raspberry Pi OS image onto multiple micro SD cards for rapid prototyping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCreate a portable personal file vault that can be read on any computer or Pi\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse it to transfer large datasets between a Pi and a desktop quickly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuild a dedicated micro SD duplicator for classroom or workshop environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorks with any device that has a Mini USB 2.0 host port. It is directly compatible with Raspberry Pi boards that include a Mini USB port (e.g., Raspberry Pi 1 Model B+) or via an OTG adapter for newer models. It supports standard micro SD and microSDHC cards up to 32GB formatted as FAT32 or exFAT.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWiring Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo wiring needed—just plug the Mini USB connector into your device’s USB port. The reader draws power from the USB bus (under 100mA). Insert the micro SD card until it clicks, and avoid removal during data transfers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Compoden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery component is sourced from verified suppliers and tested for compatibility before listing. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. Ships from Bengaluru in 3-5 days. If defective on arrival, replace within 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this compatible with Raspberry Pi 4?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eRaspberry Pi 4 uses USB-A and USB-C ports, not Mini USB. You can use an OTG adapter cable (Mini USB male to USB-A female) to connect this reader without issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the maximum card capacity?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe reader supports micro SD cards up to 32GB (microSDHC). Higher capacity cards (microSDXC above 32GB) may not be recognized.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes it require drivers?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it works as a standard USB mass storage device. Modern operating systems recognize it instantly without any additional drivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"compoden-handoff\" style=\"margin-top:24px;padding:16px;background:#f0f4ff;border-left:4px solid #2B4D8F;border-radius:4px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px 0;font-weight:600;color:#1A3560;\"\u003e📦 Free Setup Handoff Document Included\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:0.95em;color:#333;\"\u003eEvery Compoden order includes a free setup handoff document — step-by-step instructions to get your component working within minutes. Download it via QR code on your package. 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