Would this hold up in harsher enviornments? Looking for something in a machine shop

I don't see why not. There's not much to go wrong and cleaning is simple. Of course, in a machine shop, cleaning might have to be done a bit more often.

Does it work with chrome os? i have a chromebook and hoping to use it with zenplanner software.

Yes, it works with Chrome OS, it's currently being used with a Kiosk App.

I have a macbook air and can't seem to get the swiper to work. did i purchase the wrong one? can i exchange it?

You have to ask the manufacturer; on any PC, when you swipe the magnetic card, it acts as though you have typed the alphanumeric digits yourself on a keyboard. You may query Apple if you need a specific USB driver for it.

Is this product compatable with Quickbooks Retail Point of Sale 10.0 Basis Edition

There are several different Magtek swiper models. To ensure compatibility you should contact quick books and ask which Magtek USB swipers they support.

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MagTek 21040145 SureSwipe Dual Head Triple Track Magnetic Stripe Card Reader with 6' USB Interface Cable, 60 in/s Swipe Speed, 5V, Black

MagTek 21040145 SureSwipe Dual Head Triple Track Magnetic Stripe Card Reader with 6' USB Interface Cable, 60 in/s Swipe Speed, 5V, Black

Product ID: 2397575

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Brand
MagTek
Color
Black
Compatible Devices
Printer
Connectivity Technology
USB Type A
Special Feature
Dual-Head

💳Triple-track magnetic reading

🔌6' USB interface cable

↔️Bidirectional swipe up to 60 in/s

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Description

💳 Swipe smarter, not harder — the ultimate dual-head reader for pros on the go!

COMPACT DURABLE - Lightweight 4.5 oz design fits anywhere on your desk and withstands daily use.
PLUG PLAY POWER - Built-in 6-foot USB cable ensures seamless connection and power without extra adapters.
SPEED MEETS PRECISION - Swipe speeds up to 60 inches per second for lightning-fast transactions.
SWIPE WITH CONFIDENCE - Dual magnetic heads read cards both ways—no more fumbling with orientation.
UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY - Works flawlessly with ISO and AAMVA standard cards, perfect for credit, debit, and ID cards.

The MagTek 21040145 SureSwipe is a professional-grade dual-head, triple-track magnetic stripe card reader featuring bidirectional swipe capability at speeds up to 60 inches per second. Equipped with a 6-foot USB cable and keyboard emulation, it ensures effortless plug-and-play integration with a wide range of systems. Compact and durable, it supports ISO and AAMVA standard cards, making it ideal for fast, reliable card reading in retail, hospitality, and office environments.

Specifications

ASIN	B00EUMXPC4
Additional Features	Dual-Head Triple-Track Reading
Best Sellers Rank	#413 in Computer Memory Card Readers
Brand	MagTek
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	Printer
Connectivity Technology	USB Type A
Customer Reviews	4.5 out of 5 stars 210 Reviews
Data Transfer Rate	60 Megabits Per Second
Hardware Interface	USB
Item Dimensions L x W x H	3.94"L x 1.28"W x 1.23"H
Item Weight	5.6 ounces
Manufacturer	MAGTEK
Mfr Part Number	21040145
Model Number	21040145
Operating System	Windows, macOS, Linux
Product Dimensions	3.94"L x 1.28"W x 1.23"H
Special Feature	Dual-Head Triple-Track Reading
UPC	031111302301 798527519029 132017797199 163121382735 051125598194 799472120124 851905118990 601000833706 168141454332 172302682304 012304580027
Unit Count	1.0 Count

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