IBM LTO8 Ultrium 8 Data Cartridge 12TB/30TB 01PL041

The IBM LTO8 data cartridge, or IBM LTO Ultrium 8 Data Cartridge 01PL041, stores up to 12TB of native (uncompressed) data at speeds up to 360MB/sec, and up to 30TB of compressed data at speeds up to 900MB/sec. These IBM LTO8 tapes can therefore store up to 1.38 TB per hour in native/uncompressed mode or up to 3.24 TB per hour in compressed mode. The IBM LTO 8 tape cartridge continues to use Barium Ferrite (BaFe) particles, which improve reliability, longevity, and density. The IBM LTO8 tape cartridges 01PL041 are Generation 8 tapes and are exceeded in size and speed only by LTO9 data cartridges. Please note that this cartridge is identical to the Lenovo-branded tape, but Lenovo is IBM's retail brand and is usually more expensive.

For the option of LTO barcode labels attached to your tapes, please see Application of Tape Barcode Labels for details.
Drives that use the IBM LTO Ultrium 8 data cartridges (01PL041) are recommended to use the IBM LTO Ultrium Universal Cleaning Cartridge (35L2086) to keep the drive clean.

For further information on the IBM LTO Ultrium 8 data cartridges 01PL041, please see the IBM LTO Ultrium 8 Cartridge 01PL041 Data Sheet

IBM LTO CARTRIDGE STORAGE:
To prevent condensation and ensure long life, the IBM LTO8 Ultrium 8 Data Cartridges should only be operated or stored under the following conditions.

IBM LTO CARTRIDGE OPERATING ENVIRONMENT: 
10-45 degrees Celsius/Centigrade and 20-80% Humidity

IBM LTO CARTRIDGE STORAGE ENVIRONMENT: 
16-35 degrees Celsius/Centigrade and 20-80% Humidity

IBM LTO CARTRIDGE HANDLING:
Handle the IBM LTO Ultrium cartridge carefully. It may be damaged or degraded if it is dropped. Labels should be placed on the front side of the cartridge in the recessed area. Do not put labels anywhere else on the cartridge, as this can damage the drive or cause load errors. When not in use, IBM LTO cartridges should be stored and transported in their plastic clamshell case. Do not store cartridges in direct sunlight.