FUJIFILM LTO8 – 12.0/30.0TB BAFE DATA CARTRIDGE

FUJIFILM LTO8 Ultrium 30TB RW Data Cartridge – High-Capacity, Nano-Engineered Backup for Enterprise Archiving

The FUJIFILM LTO8 Ultrium 30TB RW Data Cartridge is a cutting-edge magnetic tape solution designed for enterprise-level data protection, long-term archiving, and high-speed backup operations. Engineered with Barium Ferrite (BaFe) particles and Fujifilm’s proprietary NANOCUBIC technology, this eighth-generation LTO cartridge delivers exceptional recording density, stability, and durability—making it a trusted choice for organizations managing exponential data growth.

With a native capacity of 12TB and a compressed capacity of up to 30TB, the LTO8 cartridge significantly reduces the number of tapes required for large-scale storage, streamlining infrastructure and lowering operational costs. It supports blazing-fast transfer rates of up to 300MB/sec (native) and 750–900MB/sec (compressed), enabling rapid data throughput for time-sensitive workloads.

Advanced NANOCUBIC Technology for Precision Performance

Fujifilm’s LTO8 cartridges are manufactured using a refined NANOCUBIC coating process, which ensures a smoother magnetic layer and superior tracking performance. This process includes:

• Controlled Surface Roughness: Achieves a uniform magnetic layer for consistent signal quality
• Material Optimization: Enhances tape stability and tracking accuracy
• Barium Ferrite Particles: Provide high-density recording and long archival life

These innovations result in a highly reliable and stable backup medium that performs consistently across thousands of read/write cycles.

Offline Protection & Security Features

As an offline storage medium, LTO tape provides critical air gap protection, physically isolating data from network-based threats such as ransomware, malware, and unauthorized access. This makes it an essential component of any zero-trust architecture or disaster recovery strategy.

The cartridge also supports AES 256-bit hardware encryption, ensuring secure data storage that meets enterprise-grade compliance standards. It features dual partitioning and is compatible with the Linear Tape File System (LTFS), allowing users to manage files directly on tape as if it were a standard disk.

Durability & Environmental Efficiency

The LTO8 cartridge is built for long-term use, with an ultra-low bit error rate of 1×10¹⁹, ensuring data integrity even under demanding conditions. It is compatible with all LTO8 tape drives and libraries, and for optimal performance, regular cleaning using the FUJIFILM LTO Ultrium Universal Cleaning Cartridge is recommended.

Tape storage is also inherently energy-efficient, requiring no power at rest, and is widely recognized as a sustainable alternative to disk-based systems—ideal for green data centers and long-term digital preservation.

Key Features & Benefits

• Massive Capacity: 12TB native / 30TB compressed
• High-Speed Transfers: Up to 900MB/sec compressed
• Nano-Engineered Coating: Smooth magnetic layer for stable performance
• Encryption Ready: AES 256-bit hardware encryption
• LTFS Support: Enables direct file access in compatible systems
• Dual Partitioning: Improves data management and access efficiency
• Air Gap Protection: Offline storage minimizes cyber risk
• Ultra-Low Error Rate: 1×10¹⁹ for reliable data integrity
• Eco-Friendly Design: Energy-efficient and sustainable

Technical Specifications

Ideal Use Cases

• Enterprise backup and restore operations
• Long-term archival and compliance storage
• Scientific and research data preservation
• Government and financial sector data retention
• Disaster recovery and business continuity planning
• Secure offline storage for zero-trust environments
• Green data center initiatives

The FUJIFILM LTO8 Ultrium 30TB RW Data Cartridge combines advanced nanotechnology, massive capacity, and robust security to deliver a future-ready solution for scalable and sustainable data management. Whether you’re archiving petabytes of digital content or safeguarding mission-critical records, this cartridge offers the performance, protection, and peace of mind your business demands.