An Affordable Backup Option
Digital Data Storage (DDS) offers a budget-friendly solution for storing computer data onto Digital Audio Tape (DAT). Utilizing tapes with widths ranging from 3.8mm to 8mm, DDS employs helical scanning technology, enabling data rewriting as necessary. Ideal for offline storage, DDS serves as a cost-effective method for creating backup copies of essential 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’re in the market for both new and pre-owned 4mm tape and tape storage solutions. At We Buy Used Tape, we prioritize data security through meticulous chain-of-custody procedures and thorough data eradication, adhering strictly to governmental and industry standards. We’re actively purchasing various types of 4mm backup tapes, offering a seamless process to convert your surplus tapes into monetary compensation or credit for new data center essentials. Turn your unused resources into valuable assets with us.
- 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 |