Angelbird Performance Card Reader – CFexpress Type B

Designed for professional photographers, filmmakers and content creators, the Angelbird Performance Card Reader CFexpress Type B delivers high-speed connectivity for transferring large files and streamlining demanding media workflows. With USB4 connectivity offering bandwidth of up to 40Gb/s, it is engineered to maximise CFexpress Type B card transfer performance and support direct-from-card editing.

Whether you’re offloading high-resolution video footage, transferring large RAW image files or working with demanding production media, this high-performance card reader helps reduce transfer times and keep your workflow moving.

USB4 40Gb/s Connectivity

Featuring USB4 connectivity with bandwidth of up to 40Gb/s, the Angelbird Performance Card Reader is designed for fast, efficient data transfers from CFexpress Type B memory cards. Its high-bandwidth interface helps maximise the performance available from compatible cards and host systems, making it an excellent choice for professional environments where handling large volumes of data is part of the daily workflow.

Actual transfer speeds depend on the memory card, host device, connection and system configuration.

Active Cooling for Consistent Performance

Fast transfers are only part of the equation. The reader incorporates Angelbird’s Solid Cool™ active cooling technology, designed to help manage heat and minimise performance throttling during extended transfer sessions. This helps maintain consistent performance when offloading large projects or working with demanding media files.

Direct-from-Card Editing

For compatible workflows, the reader supports working directly from CFexpress Type B media, allowing you to access footage and other files without first copying everything to your computer’s internal storage. This can help streamline editing workflows when working with large video files and high-resolution content, subject to the performance of the card and connected system.

Intelligent LED Status Indicator

An integrated front-facing LED provides at-a-glance information about the reader’s operating status and active connection speed:

• Orange: The reader is powered and ready.
• Blue: A USB 3.2 connection is active, with bandwidth of up to 20Gb/s.
• White: A USB4 connection is active, with bandwidth of up to 40Gb/s.
• Flashing LED: Data transfer is in progress.

This makes it easy to check the connection status and identify the interface being used.

Professional Design and Connectivity

Built for demanding professional workflows, the reader features Angelbird’s Solid Connect™ recessed USB-C port, designed to help protect the connection, and a durable Solid Flex™ USB-C cable. USB bus-powered operation means no separate power supply is required, helping keep your workstation or mobile editing setup simple and uncluttered.

Key Features

• High-performance CFexpress Type B memory card reader
• USB4 connectivity with bandwidth of up to 40Gb/s
• USB 3.2 compatibility with bandwidth of up to 20Gb/s
• Supports fast media offloads and compatible direct-from-card editing workflows
• Solid Cool™ active cooling technology for improved thermal management
• Integrated LED indicator for power, connection speed and transfer status
• Solid Connect™ recessed USB-C port
• Durable Solid Flex™ USB-C cable
• USB bus-powered operation — no separate power supply required
• Compatible with supported macOS, Windows, iPadOS, iOS, Linux and Android devices

The Angelbird Performance Card Reader CFexpress Type B is a professional solution for anyone looking to make the most of their CFexpress workflow, combining high-bandwidth USB4 connectivity, active cooling and practical status monitoring in a compact reader.

Please note: The advertised 40Gb/s figure refers to the maximum interface bandwidth, not guaranteed real-world file-transfer speeds. Actual performance varies according to the CFexpress card, host device and system configuration. CFexpress memory card sold separately.