User`s guide

Benchmark DLT1 Drives & Media
DLT1 Drive and Media Specifications
Chapter 33-4
Table 3-2 DLT1 Media Specifications
Characteristic DLT Type IV Media
DLT1 formatted capacity • 40 GB (non-compressed
• 80 GB (2:1 typical
compression)
Basic description 0.5 inch (metal particle)
Tape length 557 meters (1828 feet)
Cartridge dimensions 10.4 x 10.4 x 2.5 cm
(4.1 x 4.1 x 1.0 in)
Shelf life 30 years minimum @ 20° C
40% RH (non-condensing)
Cartridge life 1,000,000 passes (any point on
the tape passing the recording
head in either direction)
Cleaning cartridge life 20 uses