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SDX2-50W Overview
SDX2-50W-Sony AIT-2 (50/130) GB Tapes are advanced data storage cartridges based on the AIT (Advanced Intelligent Tape) format, specifically the AIT-2 generation. These magnetic, rewritable tapes provide a native capacity of 50 GB and a compressed capacity of up to 130 GB, making them suitable for organizations that require high-density backup and archiving solutions. With a native data transfer rate of up to 6 MB/s (up to 15.6 MB/s compressed), these AIT-2 tapes efficiently support demanding enterprise backup, disaster recovery, and long-term storage applications.
The SDX2-50W tape comes as a standard cartridge with a tape length of 230 meters, offering up to 30 years of archival life for reliable data retention. While AIT-2 tapes do not support WORM (Write Once Read Many) or hardware encryption features, they remain ideal for regular backup, cold storage, and compliance-driven environments. Their robust physical design and compact form factor, along with broad compatibility across Sony AIT-2 drives, make them a preferred choice for data centers, offsite backup locations, and organizations with stringent data preservation requirements.
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SDX2-50W Specifications
- Product Type
- Data Tape
- Tape Format
- AIT
- Tape Generation
- AIT-2
- Cartridge Type
- Standard
- Use Case
- Backup / Long-Term Archiving / Compliance Storage / Tape Libraries
- Native Capacity
- 50 GB
- Compressed Capacity
- 130 GB
- Tape Length
- 230m
- Data Transfer Rate (Native)
- Up to 6 MB/s
- Data Transfer Rate (Compressed)
- Up to 15.6 MB/s
- Encryption Support
- No
- WORM Support
- No
- Media Type
- Magnetic / Rewritable
- Archival Life
- Up to 30 Years
- Read Compatibility
- AIT-2, AIT-3 drives
- Write Compatibility
- AIT-2 drives only
- Tape Color
- Blue
- Environment
- Data Center / Offsite Backup / Cold Storage / Compliance Archiving
- Compliance
- RoHS
- Product Name
- SDX2-50W-Sony AIT-2 (50/130) GB Tape
- Height
- 0.4 inches
- Width
- 4.02 inches
- Depth
- 2.5 inches
- Weight
- 0.19 lbs
SDX2-50W Use Case
Financial Regulatory Archiving & Disaster Recovery
SDX2-50W-Sony AIT-2 (50/130) GB Tapes drive quarterly data archiving and disaster-recovery workflows in a global banking environment to meet SOX, GDPR and Basel III requirements. Benefit: Delivers 50 GB native (130 GB compressed) offline capacity per cartridge, ensures tamper-proof, air-gapped retention for 7+ years, and reduces long-term storage costs by up to 40 % while guaranteeing rapid, compliant restores.
Media Asset Preservation for Post-Production Workflows
Film and broadcast studios employ SDX2-50W-Sony AIT-2 (50/130) GB Tapes to archive 4K raw footage, editing projects and VFX renders between production phases. Benefit: Provides high-density, removable storage with 2:1 hardware compression, accelerates large-file restores by 30 %, safeguards against on-site failures, and ensures decades-long integrity for critical content.
Healthcare Imaging & EMR Long-Term Retention
Hospital networks leverage SDX2-50W-Sony AIT-2 (50/130) GB Tapes for offline backup of MRI/CT scans and electronic medical records to satisfy HIPAA and regional retention mandates. Benefit: Offers secure, air-gapped storage of up to 130 GB per tape, delivers complete audit trails, defends against ransomware threats, and cuts archival costs by 35 % compared to disk-only solutions.
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Product Comparison Table 
| SDX2-50W |  SDX2-36C |  18P6482 |  EDM-9100B | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Data Tape | Data Tape | Optical Disk | |
| Tape Format | AIT | AIT | Other | |
| Tape Generation | AIT-2 | AIT-2 | N/A | |
| Cartridge Type | Standard | Standard | Standard | |
| Use Case | Backup / Long-Term Archiving / Compliance Storage / Tape Libraries | Backup / Long-Term Archiving / Compliance Storage / Tape Libraries | Backup / Long-Term Archiving / Compliance Storage / Tape Libraries | |
| Native Capacity | 50 GB | 50 GB | 9.1 GB | |
| Compressed Capacity | 130 GB | 100 GB | N/A | |
| Tape Length | 230m | 230m | N/A | |
| Data Transfer Rate (Native) | Up to 6 MB/s | Up to 6 MB/s | N/A | |
| Data Transfer Rate (Compressed) | Up to 15.6 MB/s | Up to 12 MB/s | N/A | |
| Encryption Support | No | No | No | |
| WORM Support | No | No | No | |
| Media Type | Magnetic / Rewritable | Magnetic / Rewritable | Rewritable | |
| Archival Life | Up to 30 Years | Up to 30 Years | Up to 50 Years | |
| Read Compatibility | AIT-2, AIT-3 drives | AIT-2, AIT-3 drives | 5.25-inch MO Drives (EDM-9100B compatible) | |
| Write Compatibility | AIT-2 drives only | AIT-2 drives only | 5.25-inch MO Drives (EDM-9100B compatible) | |
| Tape Color | Blue | Blue | N/A | |
| Environment | Data Center / Offsite Backup / Cold Storage / Compliance Archiving | Data Center / Offsite Backup / Cold Storage / Compliance Archiving | Data Center / Offsite Backup / Cold Storage / Compliance Archiving | |
| Compliance | RoHS | RoHS | N/A | |
| Product Name | SDX2-50W-Sony AIT-2 (50/130) GB Tape | 18P6482-IBM AIT-2 (50/100) GB | Sony EDM-9100B 9.1 GB Magneto-Optical Disk | |
| Height | 0.4 inches | 0.39 inches | 0.4 in | |
| Width | 4.02 inches | 4.01 inches | 5.7 in | |
| Depth | 2.5 inches | 2.52 inches | 5.25 in | |
| Weight | 0.19 lbs | 0.14 lbs | 0.44 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
Z
Zara Mahmood
5
Stable and efficient storage.
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Nikolai Ivanov
5
Reliable read write cycles.
U
Umer Shah
5
No issues so far.
C
Claire Thompson
4
Good tape media.
Questions & Answers
What is the native and compressed capacity of the SDX2-50W Sony AIT-2 tape?
The SDX2-50W Sony AIT-2 tape offers 50 GB native capacity and up to 130 GB using standard 2.6:1 hardware compression.
What tape format and generation does the SDX2-50W use?
The SDX2-50W uses the AIT-2 (Advanced Intelligent Tape) format, the second generation of Sony’s high-performance tape storage platform.
What are the data transfer speeds of the SDX2-50W tape?
The SDX2-50W delivers up to 9 MB/s native transfer rate and up to 23 MB/s with hardware compression.
Is the SDX2-50W compatible with AIT-1 drives?
Yes, the SDX2-50W AIT-2 tape is backward compatible with Sony AIT-1 drives for both read and write operations.
What is the expected archival life of Sony AIT-2 SDX2-50W tapes?
Sony rates the SDX2-50W tapes for at least 30 years of archival life under recommended storage conditions.
What environmental conditions are recommended for SDX2-50W storage?
Store SDX2-50W tapes in a dry, temperature-controlled environment between 5 °C and 35 °C with 20–80 % relative humidity.
How many cartridges are included per SDX2-50W pack?
Each SDX2-50W pack contains a single Sony AIT-2 cartridge supplied in a protective hard case.
Does the SDX2-50W support hardware data encryption?
AIT-2 format itself does not include built-in encryption; data security features depend on the host drive or backup software.
Are Sony AIT-2 SDX2-50W tapes reusable?
Yes, the SDX2-50W tapes are designed for multiple overwrite cycles, ensuring reliable reuse for ongoing backup tasks.
What warranty does Sony offer for SDX2-50W tapes?
Sony provides a one-year limited warranty covering manufacturing defects on the SDX2-50W AIT-2 tapes.
What certifications and standards do SDX2-50W tapes comply with?
SDX2-50W tapes comply with ISO 9001, ISO/IEC 14142, and RoHS environmental regulations.
What are the physical dimensions of the SDX2-50W cartridge?
The SDX2-50W cartridge measures 73 mm × 54 mm × 10 mm (W × H × D) and weighs approximately 65 g.
Which backup applications are optimized for Sony AIT-2 SDX2-50W?
Sony AIT-2 tapes are supported by enterprise backup suites such as Veritas NetBackup, IBM Spectrum Protect, and Commvault.
How do I clean the drive when using SDX2-50W tapes?
Use compatible Sony AIT-2 cleaning cartridges every 50–100 hours of operation to maintain optimal drive performance.
What is the track and head technology of the SDX2-50W?
The SDX2-50W employs helical scan technology with three staggered head tracks for high-density recording.
How do I order SDX2-50W Sony AIT-2 tapes?
You can order SDX2-50W tapes through authorized Sony resellers or online B2B platforms by specifying SKU SDX2-50W.
Can SDX2-50W tapes be used for long-term offline storage?
Yes, SDX2-50W AIT-2 tapes are ideal for long-term offline storage and secure data archiving applications.