“With this Performance Card Reader, we set a new standard for post-production. It combines high-speed, ultra-stable performance with advanced thermal functionality – empowering creators to work faster, smoother, and smarter.”
Roman Rabitsch, Founder & CEO
Features
- Keeps your workflow fast & cool
- Solid Cool™ technology maintains stable, high-speed performance by preventing overheating and thermal throttling — even during extended post-production sessions.
- Protect your connection
- The Solid Connect™ design features a recessed USB port within the drive's housing, protecting your connection for secure data transfer, uninterrupted editing, and reducing cable wear.
- Speed up your workflow
- Easily and quickly offload your work form CFexpress Type B cards using a USB-C 4.0 Gen 3x2 up to 40 Gb/s connectivity.
- Experience a rock-solid build
- Designed with high-quality materials, combining durability and reliability to withstand heavy use.
- Handle your cable with ease
- The included Solid Flex™ USB-C 4.0 cable features an ultra-flexible, durable design with cotton sleeve for reliable connectivity and enhanced usability.
- Keep you card’s firmware up to date
- Use this card reader to install firmware updates on your Angelbird CFexpress Type B media to ensure optimal performance and compatibility.
Deep dive
Designed to accelerate your ideas
The Performance Card Reader CFexpress B is the ultimate post-production tool for maximum efficiency. It streamlines your process and keeps your setup lean and focused. Whether you're working with massive RAW video files or ultra-high-resolution photography, real-time access enables faster decision-making, fewer interruptions, and greater creative control. Built for peak performance from start to finish, this reader helps you stay in your flow.
Enjoy performance without compromise
Angelbird’s Solid Cool™ technology prevents your memory card from overheating and thermal throttling. The active cooling system, featuring a built-in, low-noise fan and thermally optimized hardware ensures ultra-stable, high performance, even when using the highest-capacity cards. It supports direct-from-media editing and delivers smooth, uninterrupted workflows, even during extended production sessions.

Keep track of your reader's status
The integrated LED indicator on your reader provides real-time feedback, keeping you instantly informed about the device's operating status.
- Orange LED: Reader is powered and ready
- Blue LED: USB 3.2 connection (up to 20 Gb/s) is active
- White LED: USB 4.0 connection (up to 40 Gb/s) is active
- Flashing LED: Data transfer in progress

Stay connected – securely and reliably
Angelbird’s Solid Connect™ design features a secure, recessed connection point to ensure stable, uninterrupted data transfer while minimizing cable wear and tear.
The USB-C Solid Flex™ Cable delivers an ultra-flexible and durable design for reliable connectivity, effortless handling, and enhanced usability.
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Tech specs
General
- Type
- CFexpress™ Type B Card Reader
- Unit dimensions
- 97,5 x 21,5 x 65 mm | 3.84 x 0.85 x 2.56 in
- Unit weight
- ~ 175 g | 6.17 oz
Technical
- Host interface
- USB-C 4.0 Gen 3x2, up to 40 Gb/s, USB backward compatible
- Drive interface
- CFexpress™ Type B
- Power
- USB bus powered
- Compatibility
- macOS, iPadOS, iOS, Windows, Linux, Android
- Thunderbolt
- Technically compatible with Thunderbolt 3,4, and 5 host devices (operating via USB 4.0 Gen 3x2 with transfer speeds of up to 40 Gb/s)
Actual transfer rates may vary depending on system hardware and other factors.
Warranty
- 3-year limited warranty
To receive the 3-year limited warranty, visit our warranty information page and activate your product within 30 days of purchase. The market-specific legal guarantee period comes into force if not activated within this period.
Certifications
- RoHS, CE, FCC, UKCA, KC, RCM, REACH
Package content
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Performance Card Reader CFexpress B
USB-C 4.0 Solid Flex™ Cable (32 cm | 12.6 in)
CFexpress B card not included.
Ordering information
- SKU
- CFXBCRP
- EAN
- 9120056587216
- UPC
- 812937026035
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