Sony SDX135C 35/91GB AIT-1 Data Tape Cartridge

The Sony SDX135C AIT-1 Data Tape Cartridge is built for organizations that depend on AIT-based backup infrastructure. Offering 35GB of native storage and up to 70GB with compression, this cartridge provides a practical solution for routine backups, disaster recovery archives, and off-site data retention. The 230-meter tape uses Sony's 100 percent cobalt dual magnetic layer formulation, which is engineered to maintain signal integrity over extended storage periods and repeated read/write cycles.

A distinguishing feature of this cartridge is the integrated MIC (Memory-In-Cassette) chip. Rather than requiring the drive to scan through the entire tape to locate specific files, the MIC stores a directory of the tape's contents, dramatically reducing search and restore times. This makes the SDX135C particularly useful in environments where quick retrieval of archived data matters. The 8mm width keeps the cartridge compact, and its compatibility with standard AIT-1 drives makes it a straightforward replacement or expansion option for existing tape libraries.