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Digital Data Storage (DDS) is a format for storing computer data on a Digital Audio Tape (DAT). DDS uses tape with a width of 3.8mm, with the exception of DAT 160 and DAT 320, which are 8mm wide. DDS media tape drives uses helical scanning; allowing for data to be rewritten if needed. DDS is primarily intended for use as off-line storage, especially for generating backup copies of working data.
DAT-320 (DDS7) stores up to 160 GB uncompressed (marketed as 320 GB assuming 2:1 compression) per cartridge.
DAT-160 (DDS6) stores up to 80 GB uncompressed (160 GB compressed. DAT 160 uses 8 mm wide tape in a slightly thicker cartridge while all prior versions use 3.81 mm wide tape.
DAT–72 (DDS5) stores up to 36 GB uncompressed (72 GB compressed) on a 170 m cartridge. The DAT 72 standard was developed by HP has the same form-factor as DDS-4.
DAT–40 (DDS4) stores up to 20 GB uncompressed (40 GB compressed) on a 150 m cartridge.
How Do I Sell 4mm Tape?
We are looking to purchase new and used 4mm tape and tape storage. We Buy Used Tape offers complete chain-of-custody and secure data eradication in compliance with government and industry regulations. Maintaining data security is our number one priority in the data destruction process. We are currently buying a variety of 4mm backup tapes. Turn your surplus 4mm tapes into cash or credit towards new data center supplies.
- Submit your list of 4mm tapes (include: brand, part numbers, quantities, and condition)
- Our IT supply experts will audit your list of equipment and make you an offer
- We pay for shipping! (including: labels, transportation, and all security requirements)
- Upon receipt at our secured facility, your equipment is held under 24-hour surveillance.
- You receive a check along with complete chain of custody and certificate of data destruction.
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We Buy Used Tape buys new or used Magnetic Tapes by all popular manufacturers including Exabyte, Sony, and IBM. Use below chart for types of 4mm tapes we purchase regularly or submit your own list for a quote.
| Part Number | Manufacturer | Description | We Purchase |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01X023 | DELL | 4mm DDS Cleaning Cartridge | New ONLY |
| 26049006 | FUJI | 4mm DDS Cleaning Cartridge | New Only |
| C5709A | HP | 4mm DDS Cleaning Cartridge | New Only |
| 59H3090 | IBM | 4mm DDS Cleaning Cartridge | New Only |
| 21F8763 | IBM | 4mm DDS Cleaning Cartridge | New Only |
| 45382 | IMATION | 4mm DDS Cleaning Cartridge | New Only |
| 186990 | MAXELL | 4mm DDS Cleaning Cartridge | New Only |
| DGD15CL | SONY | 4mm DDS Cleaning Cartridge | New Only |
| 89615 | VERBATIM | 4mm DDS Cleaning Cartridge | New Only |
| 26040120 | FUJI | 4mm 120m DDS-2 Tape Cartridge 4/8GB | New Only |
| C5707A | HP | 4mm 120m DDS-2 Tape Cartridge 4/8GB | New Only |
| 43347 | IMATION | 4mm 120m DDS-2 Tape Cartridge 4/8GB | New Only |
| 200110 | MAXELL | 4mm 120m DDS-2 Tape Cartridge 4/8GB | New Only |
| DGD120P | SONY | 4mm 120m DDS-2 Tape Cartridge 4/8GB | New Only |
| DC4120 | TDK | 4mm 120m DDS-2 Tape Cartridge 4/8GB | New Only |
| 89547 | VERBATIM | 4mm 120m DDS-2 Tape Cartridge 4/8GB | New Only |
| 26047300 | FUJI | 4mm 125m DDS-3 Tape Cartridge 12/24GB | New Only |
| C5708A | HP | 4mm 125m DDS-3 Tape Cartridge 12/24GB | New and Used |
| 59H3465 | IBM | 4mm 125m DDS-3 Tape Cartridge 12/24GB | New and Used |
| 11737 | IMATION | 4mm 125m DDS-3 Tape Cartridge 12/24GB | New and Used |
| 200025 | MAXELL | 4mm 125m DDS-3 Tape Cartridge 12/24GB | New and Used |
| DGD125P | SONY | 4mm 125m DDS-3 Tape Cartridge 12/24GB | New and Used |
| DC4125 | TDK | 4mm 125m DDS-3 Tape Cartridge 12/24GB | New ONLY |
| 91688 | VERBATIM | 4mm 125m DDS-3 Tape Cartridge 12/24GB | New ONLY |
| 09W083 | DELL | 4mm 150m DDS-4 Tape Cartridge 20/40GB | New and Used |
| 26047350 | FUJI | 4mm 150m DDS-4 Tape Cartridge 20/40GB | New and Used |
| C5718A | HP | 4mm 150m DDS-4 Tape Cartridge 20/40GB | New and Used |
| 59H4456 | IBM | 4mm 150m DDS-4 Tape Cartridge 20/40GB | New and Used |
| 40963 | IMATION | 4mm 150m DDS-4 Tape Cartridge 20/40GB | New and Used |
| 200028 | MAXELL | 4mm 150m DDS-4 Tape Cartridge 20/40GB | New and Used |
| DGD150P | SONY | 4mm 150m DDS-4 Tape Cartridge 20/40GB | New and Used |
| DC4-150 | TDK | 4mm 150m DDS-4 Tape Cartridge 20/40GB | New and Used |
| 93829 | VERBATIM | 4mm 150m DDS-4 Tape Cartridge 20/40GB | New and Used |
| 0W3552 | DELL | 4mm 170m DDS-5 DAT-72 Tape Cartridge 36/72GB | New and Used |
| 26046172 | FUJI | 4mm 170m DDS-5 DAT-72 Tape Cartridge 36/72GB | New and Used |
| C8010A | HP | 4mm 170m DDS-5 DAT-72 Tape Cartridge 36/72GB | New and Used |
| 18P7912 | IBM | 4mm 170m DDS-5 DAT-72 Tape Cartridge 36/72GB | New and Used |
| 17204 | IMATION | 4mm 170m DDS-5 DAT-72 Tape Cartridge 36/72GB | New and Used |
| 200200 | MAXELL | 4mm 170m DDS-5 DAT-72 Tape Cartridge 36/72GB | New and Used |
| DGAT72 | SONY | 4mm 170m DDS-5 DAT-72 Tape Cartridge 36/72GB | New and Used |
| DC4-170 | TDK | 4mm 170m DDS-5 DAT-72 Tape Cartridge 36/72GB | New and Used |
| C8011A | HP | 4mm 160m DDS-6 DAT-160 Tape Cartridge 80/160GB | New and Used |
| 23R5635 | IBM | 4mm 160m DDS-6 DAT-160 Tape Cartridge 80/160GB | New and Used |
| 26837 | IMATION | 4mm 160m DDS-6 DAT-160 Tape Cartridge 80/160GB | New and Used |
| 230020 | MAXELL | 4mm 160m DDS-6 DAT-160 Tape Cartridge 80/160GB | New and Used |
| MRD6MQN01 | QUANTUM | 4mm 160m DDS-6 DAT-160 Tape Cartridge 80/160GB | New and Used |
| DGDAT160 | SONY | 4mm 160m DDS-6 DAT-160 Tape Cartridge 80/160GB | New and Used |
| DC4160 | TDK | 4mm 160m DDS-6 DAT-160 Tape Cartridge 80/160GB | New and Used |
| Q2032A | HP | 4mm 153m DDS-7 DAT-320 Tape Cartridge 160/320GB | New and Used |
| 46C1936 | IBM | 4mm 153m DDS-7 DAT-320 Tape Cartridge 160/320GB | New and Used |
| 229325 | MAXELL | 4mm 153m DDS-7 DAT-320 Tape Cartridge 160/320GB | New and Used |
| MRD7MQN01 | QUANTUM | 4mm 153m DDS-7 DAT-320 Tape Cartridge 160/320GB | New and Used |
| DGDAT320 | SONY | 4mm 153m DDS-7 DAT-320 Tape Cartridge 160/320GB | New and Used |
| C8015A | HP | 4mm DAT160 Cleaning Cartridges | New Only |
| 23R5638 | IBM | 4mm DAT160 Cleaning Cartridges | New Only |
| 230030 | MAXELL | 4mm DAT160 Cleaning Cartridges | New Only |
| DGDAT160CL | SONY | 4mm DAT160 Cleaning Cartridges | New Only |
| Q2039A | HP | 4mm DAT320 Cleaning Cartridges | New Only |
| 46C1937 | IBM | 4mm DAT320 Cleaning Cartridges | New Only |
| DGDAT320CL | SONY | 4mm DAT320 Cleaning Cartridges | New Only |
| 19P4876 | IBM | 8mm V23 VXA 230m 80/160GB Tape Cartridge | New and Used |
| 111.00121 | EXABYTE | 8mm V23 VXA 230m 80/160GB Tape Cartridge | New and Used |
| 24R2137 | IBM | 8mm X23 VXA 230m 80/160GB Tape Cartridge | New and Used |
| 111.00221 | EXABYTE | 8mm X23 VXA 230m 80/160GB Tape Cartridge | New and Used |
| 111.00209 | EXABYTE | 8mm VXA Cleaning Cartridge | New ONLY |
| 111.00109 | EXABYTE | 8mm VXA Cleaning Cartridge | New ONLY |
| 24R2138 | IBM | 8mm VXA Cleaning Cartridge | New ONLY |