Quad Density Tape

Ampex Data Systems quad data cartridges are designed to meet the most demanding mass storage applications. The formulation and process have been developed to produce a tape with exceptional performance characteristics and consistency to deliver cost effective and reliable data storage.

Ampex data cartridges are critical for error free data storage for DST and DIS (DD-2 format) tape drives. Specifically, they provide precise integration of the tape into the drive, allowing the drive to fully realize optimum performance. For example, the drive capstan and air lubricated guides, in combination with the tape and cartridge mechanical design provide the proper margins in data exchange; the drive' + CHAR(39) + ' + CHAR(39) + ' + CHAR(39) + 's magnetic heads are designed and manufactured to develop the maximum output and highest signal response possible from a stable tape source that is both mechanically smooth and precise. These combined features provide superior performance and dependability.

Head wear must be balanced between head life and sufficient abrasivity to prevent possible debris build-up on the head. Ampex tapes are preconditioned before being loaded into a cartridge to assure a minimum level of debris inside the cartridge and to deliver stable low head wear for longer head life, while still providing excellent self-cleaning characteristics.