LTO ULTRIUM
TAPE CARTRIDGES
ULTRIUM LTO
TAPE CARTRIDGES
Advancing the Power of
Open System Data Storage
THE NEW STANDARD
THE IMATION ULTRIUM ADVANTAGE
IN HIGH-CAPACITY,
OPEN SYSTEM
DATA STORAGE
Imation leverages a long-standing heritage
in reliable, secure and durable data
storage products and expertise in metal
particulate media to help ensure that
Ultrium LTO media exceeds standards for
data protection and delivers the most data
in a single, multi-terabyte data cartridge.
As a leading manufacturer of LTO generations
1, 2, 3 and 4, Imation expands on its tape media
portfolio offering the next-generation Ultrium
LTO 5 cartridge. Optimized for high capacity
and performance with outstanding reliability,
in either a stand-alone or an automated
environment, the newest tape cartridge offers
1.5 terabytes of native storage or 3.0 terabytes
of compressed storage and data transfer rates
of up to 280MB/second. Ultrium LTO 5 tape
cartridges offer significant improvements over
prior tape generations. Enhancements in servo
technology and improved data compression
ensure the same length of tape can store more
information and is suited for backup, restore
and archive applications. The new format adds
a partitioning functionality that enables nearline
applications to index data and allows for faster
searches via enhanced file control and space
management. LTO 5 cartridges continue to offer
hardware-based encryption, protecting the
storage and transport of sensitive information.
A universal cleaning cartride is available and
can be used on all generation Ultrium drives.
IMATION
TERA ÅNGSTROM TECHNOLOGY
In 2004, Imation invested in a state-of-the-art
magnetic tape manufacturing facility to support
growing data storage needs and with future tape
formats in mind. This facility features Imation’s
proprietary Tera Ångstrom™ Technology. Consisting
of advanced metal particulate formulation and
manufacturing processes, Imation’s Tera Ångstrom
technology employs three unique steps in producing
a uniform coating layer – an impingement process,
a quiescent drying process, and advanced in-line
calendaring. These steps combine to create magnetic
media with a significantly smoother surface and a
high signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), delivering reduced
errors and faster transfer rates. With Tera Ångstrom
technology, Imation continues to advance magnetic
tape development by reaching the next milestone
with a multi-terabyte Ultrium LTO cartridge.
Imation Tera Ångstrom technology
provides advancements in quality
reliability and performance
QUALITY
The development of our new advanced terabyte-class
manufacturing facility builds on Imation’s quality
discipline and incorporates state-of-the-art
quality practices.
RELIABILITY
Is it a 0 or is it a 1? Surface uniformity (smoothness)
and high signal-to-noise ratios (SNR) allow accurate
data reading.
PERFORMANCE
High SNR and consistent signal strength help ensure
efficient processing time. Noise can slow down processing
time—a high SNR helps enable faster transfer rates
for increased productivity.
Coating Head
Magnetic
Coating
Sublayer
Magnetic coils orient particles
Magnetic coated base film
Magnetic
Coated
Base Film
Base
Film
Air
A proprietary servo-writing process optimizes tape
tracking and helps ensure accurate read/write
operations, enabling best-in-class Position Error
Signal (PES) performance to minimize servo off-track
errors and improve overall transfer rates.
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ULTRIUM LTO TAPE CARTRIDGES
THE IMATION ULTRIUM ADVANTAGE
CAPACITY AND COMPATIBILITY
Upper Flange
Winding Surface
Lower Flange
ROBUST CARTRIDGE CONSTRUCTION
Imation’s proprietary patented corner snap keeps the
leader pin in place and the cartridge tightly closed. This
prevents error-causing debris from entering the cartridge
in the event the tape cartridge is dropped.
Our patented three-piece tape spool design distributes
stress evenly over the tape compared to two-piece spools.
This construction keeps the tape flat, protecting data for
longer archival life.
ULTRIUM SYSTEM MIGRATION PATH
LTO Cartridge Native Capacity Compressed Transfer Rate
Generation 1 100GB 200GB 40MB/sec
Generation 2 200GB 400GB 80MB/sec
Generation 3 400GB 800GB 160MB/sec
Generation 4 800GB 1.6TB 240MB/sec
Generation 5 1.5TB 3.0TB 280MB/sec
Generation 6 3.0TB 6.4TB 540MB/sec
Hewlett-Packard, IBM, and Quantum reserve the right to change the information in this
migration path without notice.
PARTITIONING
Now available in Ultrium LTO 5 tape cartridges is a new
partitioning functionality which allows users to see what
information is stored on the tape. This feature enables
nearline applications to index data and allows for faster
search results via enhanced file control and space management,
addressing the growing needs of the marketplace.
EXCEPTIONAL PERFORMANCE AND QUALITY
Imation introduced the first servo-written tape cartridge
more than 10 years ago and continues to improve the
technology. Advanced servo-writing allows closer track
spacing and more data, while keeping drive heads aligned
on the data tracks for precise data reading/writing and
improved reliability.
SECURITY AND PROTECTION
The Ultrium LTO 5 cartridge is the second generation to
offer hardware-based 256-bit data encryption, providing
th e hig hest level of s ecuri ty w i thou t the loss of
performance, WORM (Write-Once, Read-Many) cartridges
are also available.
ULTRIUM LTO TAPE CARTRIDGE COMPATIBILITY
Cartridge LTO 1 Drive LTO 2 Drive LTO 3 Drive LTO 4 Drive LTO 5 Drive
Gen 1 Write & Read Write/Read Read Only Not Not
at 100GB at 100GB Compatible Compatible
Gen 2 Not Write/Read Write/Read Read Only Not
Compatible at 200GB at 200GB Compatible
Gen 3 Not Not Write/Read Write/Read Read Only
Compatible Compatible at 400GB at 400GB
Gen 4 Not Not Not Write/Read Read/Write
Compatible Compatible Compatible at 800GB at 800GB
Gen 5 Not Not Not Not Read/Write
Compatible Compatible Compatible Compatible at 1.5TB
The Ultrium LTO Universal Cleaning Cartridge will clean all generation cartridges
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ULTRIUM LTO TAPE CARTRIDGES
UNMATCHED SERVICE AND SUPPORT
SUPPORT AND SPECIFICATIONS
TO ORDER
Imation’s manufacturing expertise stems from more than 50 years in the
media business. As part of 3M, we launched the world’s first computer
tape in 1952. Today we partner with leading drive manufacturers who
count on us to provide the highest quality data storage media.
Imation offers data protection unlike any other LTO cartridge
manufacturer. We pioneered backcoating technology, which is now
standard on Ultrium LTO cartridges. Today, we continue to advance
technologies specifically designed to meet the storage demands of
midrange and enterprise networks.
And because Ultrium technology provides organizations with the first
tape storage standard with a six-generation roadmap, not only is your
data secure, but so is your technology investment.
Imation’s three-stage service platform includes a telephone helpline, root
cause lab analysis and advice from our technical service engineers.
Imation Ultrium cartridges come with a limited lifetime warranty against
manufacturing defects.
SPECIFICATIONS
Variable Characteristics
ULTRIUM 5 ULTRIUM 4 ULTRIUM 3 ULTRIUM 2 ULTRIUM 1
Tape Length 846m 820m 680m 609m 609m
Tape Thickness 6.4 μm 6.6μm 8.0μm 8.9μm 8.9μm
No. Data Tracks 1280 896 704 512 384
Capacity (nat) 1.5TB 800GB 400GB 200GB 100GB
Capacity (comp) 3.0TB 1.6TB 800GB 400GB 200GB
Data Trans. Rate 280MB 240MB 160MB 80MB 40MB
(compressed/sec)
Cartridge color Brick Red Teal Blue-Gray Purple Black
Constant Characteristics
Tape Width 12.65mm
Cartridge Dimensions w x l x h 105.4 x 102 x 21.5mm
Estimated Archival Life 30 Years
Load/Unload Cycles 20,000
ORDERING INFORMATION - 20 each/box
UPC Description
27732 Ultrium LTO 5 Tape Cartridge, thermoform, with case, labeled
27672 Ultrium LTO 5 Tape Cartridge, thermoform, with case
27734 Ultrium LTO 5 Tape Cartridge, thermoform, RFID, with case, labeled
27735 Ultrium LTO 5 Tape Cartridge, thermoform, RFID, without case, labeled
27736 Ultrium LTO 5 Tape Cartridge, thermoform, without case, labeled
27737 Ultrium LTO 5 Tape Cartridge, thermoform, without case
27672 Ultrium LTO 5 Tape Cartridge, corrugated, with case
27780 Ultrium LTO 5 WORM Tape Cartridge, corrugated, with case
26592 Ultrium LTO 4 Tape Cartridge, with case
26596 Ultrium LTO 4 Tape Cartridge, with case, labeled
26594 Ultrium LTO 4 Tape Cartridge, without case
26597 Ultrium LTO 4 Tape Cartridge, without case, labeled
26598 Ultrium LTO 4 WORM Tape Cartridge, with case
26601 Ultrium LTO 4 WORM Tape Cartridge, with case, labeled
26599 Ultrium LTO 4 WORM Tape Cartridge, without case
26603 Ultrium LTO 4 WORM Tape Cartridge, without case, labeled
17532 Ultrium LTO 3 Tape Cartridge, with case
17533 Ultrium LTO 3 Tape Cartridge, with case, labeled
17534 Ultrium LTO 3 Tape Cartridge, without case
17535 Ultrium LTO 3 Tape Cartridge, without case, labeled
17960 Ultrium LTO 3 WORM Tape Cartridge, with case
17961 Ultrium LTO 3 WORM Tape Cartridge, with case, labeled
16598 Ultrium LTO 2 Tape Cartridge, with case
16599 Ultrium LTO 2 Tape Cartridge, with case, labeled
16601 Ultrium LTO 2 Tape Cartridge, without case
16600 Ultrium LTO 2 Tape Cartridge, without case, labeled
41089 Ultrium LTO 1 Tape Cartridge, with case
16232 Ultrium LTO 1 Tape Cartridge, with case, labeled
41277 Ultrium LTO 1 Tape Cartridge, without case
41278 Ultrium LTO 1 Tape Cartridge, without case, labeled
15931 Ultrium LTO Universal Cleaning Cartridge
16397 Ultrium LTO Universal Cleaning Cartridge, labeled
Product availability may vary by region.
For more information
To learn how Imation Ultrium LTO Tape Cartridges will deliver
outstanding performance with terabyte capacity in your data center,
contact your Imation sales representative or visit www.imation.com.
To view our complete line of data storage products, visit Imation’s
website at www.imation.com.
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