TAIT2-80N Sony AIT-E Turbo Tape Cartridge

TAIT2‑80N Specifications

Sony AIT‑2 Turbo Data Cartridge 80 GB / 208 GB

Manufacturer: Sony Corporation
Manufacturer Model: TAIT2‑80N
Product Line: Sony AIT Tape Media
Product Series: AIT‑2 Turbo (Advanced Intelligent Tape 2 Turbo)
Product Type: Data Storage Tape Cartridge
Product Name: Sony TAIT2‑80N AIT‑2 Turbo Data Cartridge

KEY FEATURES:
Storage Capacity: 80 GB native / 208 GB compressed (2.6:1)
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Tape Technology: AIT‑2 Turbo magnetic tape (AME – Advanced Metal Evaporated)
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Media Type: 8 mm magnetic data tape
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Compatibility: Designed for use with AIT‑2 Turbo drives; some AIT‑3 and AIT‑3Ex drives may read this media
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Durability: Rugged cartridge shell and AME media for reliable long‑term use
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PERFORMANCE:
Native Data Transfer Rate: ~12 MB/s sustained
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Recording Format: Helical scan magnetic recording (sequential)
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Optimized for sequential backup and restore operations on supported AIT Turbo drives
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ENVIRONMENTAL & RELIABILITY:
Media Life: Proven reliability with long archival stability typical of AIT media
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Operating Temperature Range: ~5 °C to 45 °C (41 °F to 113 °F)
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Relative Humidity (Operating): ~20 % to 80 %
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PHYSICAL:
Form Factor: Standard 8 mm AIT tape cartridge
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Tape Width: 8 mm
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Tape Length: ~186 m
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Tape Thickness: ~6.6 µm
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Typical Dimensions: ~103 mm × 68 mm × 20 mm
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Weight: ~74 g
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