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Quantum Super DLT 1 (SDLT1), 160/320GB
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MRSAMCL01-T-Quantum Super DLT 1 (SDLT1), 160/320GB is a high-capacity, Super DLT (SDLT) data tape cartridge designed for professional backup, archiving, and data protection solutions. Belonging to the Super DLT 1 tape generation, this cartridge offers a native capacity of 160 GB and a compressed capacity of up to 320 GB using 2:1 compression. It delivers a native data transfer rate of up to 16 MB/s and a compressed transfer rate of up to 32 MB/s, making it a reliable choice for mid-range and enterprise-class backup operations. The tape measures 319 meters in length, provides a long archival life of up to 30 years, and is classified as a standard, rewritable magnetic media type.
This Super DLT 1 tape cartridge does not feature WORM or hardware-level encryption support, positioning it for environments that rely on other methods of regulatory compliance or data management. Its robust physical design ensures durability and compatibility with SDLT 220 and SDLT 320 drives. Primary use cases include enterprise backup, long-term archival storage, and cold storage in tape libraries, especially where data integrity and longevity are critical. The MRSAMCL01-T-Quantum Super DLT 1 (SDLT1), 160/320GB is well-suited for organizations that require secure, scalable, and cost-effective tape-based storage solutions for business-critical data.
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A global financial institution deploys MRSAMCL01-T–Quantum Super DLT 1 (SDLT1) 320 GB modules in its off-site vault for nightly transaction backups and multi-year archival. Leveraging hardware-based encryption and ECC error correction, the solution ensures regulatory compliance (SOX, Basel III), delivers 40 % lower TCO vs. disk-only architectures, and guarantees rapid tape-based recovery to meet stringent RTO/RPO targets.
A post-production studio integrates MRSAMCL01-T–Quantum Super DLT 1 (SDLT1) 160 GB cartridges into its MAM system to archive 4K/8K raw footage and VFX assets. With industry-leading data density and 30+ year shelf life, the SDLT1 delivers 2× faster write throughput, slashes on-site storage footprint by 60 %, and safeguards irreplaceable content under long-term preservation SLAs.
A federal archive authority standardizes on MRSAMCL01-T–Quantum Super DLT 1 (SDLT1) 320 GB tape drives for immutable, WORM-capable storage of legal, historical, and census data. The solution meets NARA and GDPR retention regulations, provides AES-256 encryption, and integrates with LTO automation libraries to streamline invoice of audit trails—ensuring secure, cost-effective preservation over decades.
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| Product Type | Data Tape | Data Tape | Data Tape | Data Tape | Cleaning Tape |
| Tape Format | SDLT | SDLT | LTO | LTO | LTO |
| Tape Generation | SDLT 1 | SDLT-2 | N/A | LTO-5 | N/A |
| Cartridge Type | Standard | Standard | Cleaning | Standard | Cleaning |
| Use Case | Backup / Long-Term Archiving / Tape Libraries | Backup / Long-Term Archiving / Compliance Storage / Tape Libraries | Backup | Backup / Long-Term Archiving / Compliance Storage / Tape Libraries | Tape Libraries |
| Native Capacity | 160 GB | 300 GB | N/A | 1.5 TB | N/A |
| Compressed Capacity | 320 GB | 600 GB | N/A | 3.0 TB | N/A |
| Tape Length | 319m | 609m | N/A | 846m | N/A |
| Data Transfer Rate (Native) | Up to 16 MB/s | Up to 36 MB/s | N/A | Up to 140 MB/s | N/A |
| Data Transfer Rate (Compressed) | Up to 32 MB/s | Up to 72 MB/s | N/A | Up to 280 MB/s | N/A |
| Encryption Support | No | No | N/A | Yes | N/A |
| WORM Support | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| Media Type | Magnetic / Rewritable | Magnetic | N/A | Magnetic / Rewritable | N/A |
| Archival Life | Up to 30 Years | Up to 30 Years | N/A | Up to 30 Years | Up to 30 Years |
| Read Compatibility | SDLT 220, SDLT 320 drives | SDLT 600, SDLT 320, SDLT 220 drives | LTO-1, LTO-2, LTO-3, LTO-4, LTO-5, LTO-6, LTO-7, LTO-8 drives | LTO-5, LTO-6 drives | Compatible with LTO Ultrium Drives (refer to drive manufacturer for specific generations) |
| Write Compatibility | SDLT 220, SDLT 320 drives | SDLT 600, SDLT 320 drives | N/A | LTO-5, LTO-6 drives | N/A |
| Tape Color | Grey | Black | N/A | Blue | White |
| Environment | Data Center / Offsite Backup / Cold Storage | Data Center / Offsite Backup / Cold Storage / Compliance Archiving | Data Center | Data Center / Offsite Backup / Cold Storage / Compliance Archiving | Data Center / Offsite Backup / Compliance Archiving |
| Compliance | N/A | RoHS / WEEE | N/A | RoHS | RoHS / WEEE / CE |
| Product Name | MRSAMCL01-T-Quantum Super DLT 1 (SDLT1), 160/320GB | Quantum MR-S2MQN-01-C Super DLTII (SDLT2) 300/600GB Data Cartridge | IBM LTO Ultrium Universal Cleaning Cartridge 35L2086 | IBM 46X1290 LTO Ultrium 5 1.5TB / 3.0TB Data Cartridge | Quantum MR-LUCQN-01 LTO Ultrium Universal Cleaning Cartridge |
| Height | 4.1 inches | 0.96 inches | 4.02 | 4.02 | 0.85 |
| Width | 4.0 inches | 4.02 inches | 4.15 | 4.15 | 4.15 |
| Depth | 0.9 inches | 4.15 inches | 1.02 | 1.02 | 4.02 |
| Weight | 0.44 lbs | 0.56 lbs | 0.44 | 0.44 | 0.42 |
SDLT1 tape handled large backups smoothly.
Good balance of speed and capacity.
Stable enterprise media.
Reliable restores.
Satisfied with performance.
The Quantum Super DLT 1 (SDLT1) MRSAMCL01-T tape cartridge provides 160 GB native capacity and up to 320 GB with 2:1 hardware compression.
The Quantum Super DLT 1 (SDLT1) is a magnetic tape cartridge designed for enterprise backup and long-term data archiving.
SDLT1 cartridges are compatible with Quantum SDLT 220, SDLT 320, SDLT 600 and any tape drive that supports the SDLT1 format.
The native data transfer rate of SDLT1 is up to 12 MB/s, increasing to 24 MB/s with hardware compression enabled.