MagTek MICRSafe 22551002 MICR Check Reader and Scanner

The MagTek MICRSafe (22551002) is a compact MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) check reader designed for point-of-sale and back-office check processing environments. Reading the MICR line from personal and business checks to capture routing and account numbers, it enables reliable check verification and ACH processing at the point of acceptance without manual data entry.

Key Features

• MICR reading for automatic capture of check routing and account numbers
• Eliminates manual check data entry errors at point of acceptance
• Compact desktop form factor for POS counter and teller station deployment
• USB connectivity for broad POS and back-office system compatibility
• MagTek reliability for high-volume check processing environments

Product Specifications

• Part Number: 22551002
• Manufacturer: MagTek
• Model: MICRSafe
• Function: MICR Check Reader
• Interface: USB
• Form Factor: Desktop

Component Specifications

• Read Technology: MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition)
• MICR Standard: E-13B (US standard) — verify CMC-7 support for international
• Read Speed: Single check pass-through
• Interface: USB HID
• Output: Decoded MICR data (routing, account, check number)

Use Cases

• Retail POS check acceptance and verification at checkout
• Bank branch and credit union teller check processing
• Back-office ACH origination with automated MICR data capture
• Accounts receivable check processing for business check payment acceptance

Compatibility

• USB HID — compatible with Windows POS and back-office systems without custom drivers
• Works with POS software supporting MICR input devices
• MagTek MICRSafe SDK available for custom application integration
• Compatible with standard US personal and business checks (E-13B MICR)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MICR and why is it used for checks?

MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) reads the special magnetic ink characters printed on the bottom of checks — providing reliable, fraud-resistant automated capture of bank routing numbers, account numbers, and check numbers for payment processing.

Does the MICRSafe scan check images?

The MICRSafe 22551002 is a MICR reader only — it reads the MICR line data but does not capture check images. For check image capture, consider MagTek's check scanner models with integrated imaging.

What MICR standard does the 22551002 support?

The MagTek MICRSafe supports E-13B — the standard MICR font used on US personal and business checks. Verify CMC-7 (European standard) support requirements for international check processing.

The MagTek MICRSafe (22551002) delivers reliable MICR check reading for POS and back-office check acceptance — eliminating manual data entry errors and accelerating ACH processing at the point of payment. Order today for fast shipping.