Credit Card Processing Accessories

Credit card processing accessories include a magnetic stripe reader, a keypad to enter prices and other information, and a small display. The printer can be either built-in or a separate unit. Traditional credit card terminals have different types of displays. Larger displays allow you see more information at once. Displays are usually measured in lines and columns. An 8 x 20 display has 8 lines of text in 20 columns. Backlit display is a standard feature in most new terminals. It lets you to see the terminal even in low light.

Keypads vary in size and number of keys. Larger keypads are very easy to use. There are many types of printers including dot matrix receipt printers, thermal receipt printers, and inkjet receipt printers. Credit card processing terminals are available with integrated fast thermal printer with automatic feeding system. Some of them have four users programmable function soft keys which help better interaction and built-in fast printer.

Credit card processing terminals are compact machines. Accessories such as integrated smart card readers, plug-in battery charger, and power cords are essential components. For virtual credit card terminals, phone or fax, software, computer, and internet connections are necessary. A credit card processing terminal that has a PIN pad can accept debit cards. Card reader cleaners and surge protectors are other credit card processing accessories. Printer paper, ribbons and ink cartridges, mounts and stackers, manual imprinters and imprinter slips, power packs, and cables are also indispensable credit card processing accessories.

There are a number of manufacturers who provide credit card processing accessories. They supply customers various quality solutions to suit their growing needs. Most of them are warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of years from the date of shipment.