Quantum MR-L5LQN-BC backup storage media Blank data tape 1.5 TB LTO 0.496" (1.26 cm)

The Quantum LTO-5 Ultrium 3TB RW Barcode Labeled Library Pack 20 Data Cartridges (SKU: MR-L5LQN-BC) is an enterprise bulk media storage solution engineered for high-density, automated tape library systems. By bundling raw tape cartridges without individual plastic jewel cases, it enables quick robotic loading and simplified physical inventory management.

⚡ Capacity & Performance

• Native Storage Capacity: 1.5 TB

• Compressed Storage Capacity: Up to 3.0 TB (calculated using a standard 2:1 compression ratio)

• Native Data Transfer Rate: Up to 140 MB/s

• Compressed Data Transfer Rate: Up to 280 MB/s

📏 Tape Physical Specifications

• Tape Technology: LTO-5 Ultrium

• Tape Length: 846 meters (approximately 2,776 feet)

• Tape Width: 12.65 mm

• Base Magnetic Material: Metal Particle (MP)

• Memory Chip Integration: Built-in 8KB non-contact internal IC memory chip to maximize health reporting and minimize tape library access times.

🔒 Media Format & Security

• Media Type: Re-Writable (RW)

• Tracking & Labeling: Pre-labeled with sequencing barcode strips for seamless automated library picker tracking.

• System Monitoring Compatibility: Fully compliant with all Media Integrity Analysis software infrastructure, including Quantum iLayer Advanced Reporting and Extended Data Life Management (EDLM) protocols.

• Data Encryption: Supports native drive-level hardware AES 256-bit encryption.

• WORM Capability: Supports conversion into Write-Once-Read-Many format on compatible WORM tape media.

• Archival Storage Life: Up to 30 years under proper climate conditions.

📦 Packaging & Environmental Characteristics

• Packaged Quantity: 20 cartridges per library pack box.

• Package Configuration: Library Pack layout (bulk configuration designed specifically for high-speed robotic library loading; individual plastic jewel cases are excluded).

• Cartridge Color: Light Blue / Aqua

• Allowable Operating Environment: 50°F to 113°F (10°C to 45°C); 10% to 80% RH.

• Allowable Storage Environment: 60.8°F to 95°F (16°C to 35°C); 20% to 80% RH.