Power Failures and Flash Storage: What You Need to Know
Since SSDs have moved away from RAM in favor of Flash storage, engineers often ask about how Flash operates during power failures in regards to data loss or corruption. After all, with applications as critical as transportation, aerospace, and medical equipment, data loss is simply not an option. Fortunately, industrial grade Flash storage
Understanding the Differences Between Solid State Drives and Flash Modules
Often, the differences between SSD—solid state drive—and Flash are not easy to navigate. The terms are often used interchangeably, adding a level of confusion, but in reality, they are not the same. SSDs use Flash as a non-volatile form of storage that allows SSDs to deliver faster read and write speeds than hard drives. […]
FAQs about OEM microSD Cards
For OEMs and embedded computing designers, juggling the need for industrial grade reliability with budgetary demands is a challenge. A middle-ground solution like the utility microSD from Delkin combines the affordability of commercial products with the reliability of an industrial grade OEM microSD card. Why choose a microSD instead of a full-size version? As [&hell
Pricing Information for Industrial SD Cards
Industrial SD cards provide essential NAND flash storage solutions for the highest level of ruggedness and durability suitable for a broad range of critical applications, including transportation, healthcare, gaming, and embedded computing. Pricing for industrial SD cards can vary depending on the capacity of the card and any specific customizations a
Facts and Specs on CF, SLC
For industrial embedded applications, CompactFlash has been a go-to solution since it hit the market in 1994. Far from being dated technology, CompactFlash—or CF—remains an integral part of the embedded space. Built with SLC flash, industrial CF cards provide the ruggedness and stability needed to operate in harsh conditions and maintain data storage in […
Answering Questions about mSATA SSDs
Although mSATA form factor was originally designed to be a drive format for slim line devices that needed a smaller option for solid state storage than 2.5” SSD, it was also quickly embraced for use in industrial applications. Although both commercial and industrial mSATA has since become somewhat dated, it is still supported through […]
Anatomy of Industrial Grade Solid State Storage
General This article will describe the make-up of NAND Flash based Industrial Grade Solid State Storage devices with focus on disk drives and Compact Flash (CF) cards. Why Industrial Grade? For applications such as aerospace solutions, heavy factory robotics, remote telecommunication installations, medical equipment, and automotive applications l
Industrial SLC mSATA SSD for Digital Signage Applications
Interactive kiosks and digital signage applications provide useful information as a public service, guiding us where we need to go as we travel, letting us know about the latest promotion for a brand, and are popular for marketing, outdoor advertising, and exhibitions. Digital signage applications are also widely used in commercial and industria
SLC vs MLC Flash SSD
When selecting industrial flash SSD, choosing the right type of industrial flash storage for your needs is critical to the proper functioning of the host application. Both SLC and MLC SSDs are common, so OEM designers must carefully evaluate both options before selecting the best type. The differences can be remarkable, and choosing an […]
A Look at Industrial SSD, Industrial Grade Solid State Drives
If you are looking for a reliable, high performance flash storage device, then you’re looking for industrial SSD. Industrial SSDs exceed the performance and endurance capabilities of commercially available models, which is why they are used for embedded storage in industries from transportation to gaming and many more. Is an industri
Flash Storage Devices 101
Flash storage devices are commonly seen as SD cards, microSD cards, CompactFlash, SSDs and USB drives. Flash memory is not volatile, so it supports storage regardless of whether the device is powered. Although there are several different forms of flash storage on the consumer market, industrial flash storage is the standard for industrial applications due […]
Technical Success Stories: Upgrading to New Rugged SD Cards
Background: Delkin recently heard from a customer who was frustrated with his new SD cards purchased through another supplier. This customer had purchased the same SD cards for years without any issues, but suddenly, the same product seemed to be working differently. He couldn’t understand why the SD cards that worked in his host for [&hellip
Spotlight on Industrial mSATA SSD
If you are looking for an embedded, board-level storage solution for a SATA-based design, then industrial mSATA SSD could be the right fit. Although mSATA was intended to be used for notebook computers and similar thin applications, it has been embraced as an embedded industrial storage solution. mSATA is small, lightweight, and easy to […]
Is Industrial Flash Storage Best for High-Performance Embedded Computing?
For high-performance embedded computing—or HPEC—applications, long-lasting performance is a must. Industrial flash storage is the solution for these performance needs. When you choose industrial flash storage devices, you can count on a high level of endurance with the wide temperature ranges and performance capacity yo
Answering Questions About Industrial Embedded USB Storage
Industrial embedded USB storage, or eUSB, is a reliable solution for situations in which you need industrial grade storage with a small size. There are several advantages to choosing eUSB drives for small amounts of storage with limited physical space. Here are the answers to questions you may have about using industrial eUSB storage. [&h
Spotlight on Multi-Level Cell SSD
When you need an alternative to single-level cell (SLC) mSATA for NAND flash memory, then multi-level cell (MLC) Commercial mSATA SSD could be the solution. This industrial flash storage solution is available in both commercial and industrial operating temperature options, both with fully locked bill of materials that ensure you won’t have any future issues […
Finding Industrial Embedded Storage Solutions
Embedded computing—computer systems that perform a specific task within a larger system—demands adequate storage for optimum performance. The applications of embedded computing range from personal devices to heavy-load industrial aviation and telecommunication networks, so industrial embedded storage needs vary significantly across systems. When
Storage Insights #1 – Why Not All SD Cards are Created Equal
Check out the full original post on the element14 Community Blog The SD CARD Advantage The fact is that not all SD/microSD cards are created equal. This blog will tell you why, with some examples from Delkin Devices, and also cover the different types and how to select the right card for your […]
Technical Success Stories: SD Card Customization & Data Integrity
“We are looking for the best duplicator SD card solution for our high capacity application.” Background: A long-time customer and buyer of Delkin SD cards was expanding the use and data output of their application, and decided to test some content loading equipment (Duplicators). They had been adding content to SD cards for a series o
Is Your SD Card Counterfeit? It’s a Very Relevant Question in 2018
SD cards are one of the most popular removable storage form factors in the world. Since the SD card standard originated in 2000 as an improvement over the MMC card, it has become the most popular removable storage form factor in the world. SD has become more than […]
Technical Success Stories: Understanding Host Usage for Industrial SD Cards
“Our application is not write intensive. We need help finding the best industrial SD card.” Background A common question submitted to the Delkin Customer Engineering Team is about selecting the best industrial SD cards for specific host requirements. One of these questions came in from a new customer and they wanted to know what SD […]
Technical Success Stories: SD Card Application Software Optimizations
“We need the assistance of your Engineering Team to see why SD cards from another manufacturer are not working in our embedded application product.” A manufacturer of hand held embedded computing devices got in touch with us to discuss an SD card failure that was causing a key product to freeze at an alarming rate. There were
Technical Guide for CompactFlash (CF) and Secure Digital (SD) Cards
Industrial CF and SD cards are the most common Flash storage form factors in industrial applications. CompactFlash (CF) became the most successful of the early memory card formats, surpassing miniature and Smart media cards. Formats such as MMC/SD memory cards are smaller than CF, while offering comparable capacity and speed. Traditional C
Newark element14 Now Stocking Delkin Devices Industrial Flash Storage Products
December 2017 – Delkin Devices, a leading USA manufacturer of industrial flash storage solutions for embedded, industrial applications has partnered with Newark element14, the Development Distributor and high-service distributor of technology products, services and solutions for electronic system design. With Delkin Devices added to the lineup of
Industrial CompactFlash (CF) Cards for Gaming Applications
Industrial CompactFlash Storage for Gaming Applications The popularity of the gaming industry as entertainment has led to the increased demand in the number of casinos worldwide. Gaming manufacturers are focused on producing state-of-the-art gaming machines that are equipped with the most advanced, high-performance computing technology and built-in security. Behind the
3D NAND FLASH
NAND Flash has been around for a long time. Its main use is, but not limited to, building storage devices (CF Card, SD cards, SSD (PATA and SATA Disk drives) and more. Its makeup is of multiple cells based on floating gate MOSFETs. These cells are arranged in an XY grid planar configuration the die, […]
What are the top differences between industrial CF cards and commercial CF cards?
There are five primary differences: Firmware algorithm differences. Industrial CF firmware algorithms have the most intelligent programming, such as defect management, error-checking & correction. Commercial CF cards are often used as a removable disk. Industrial CF cards are typically a fixed disk used for embedded applications. Ability to ha
Industrial SLC Flash Storage for Infotainment Applications
When traveling in automobiles or commercial aviation, you want to have information and entertainment such as movies, music, maps, and traffic updates to make your ride more pleasant and enjoyable. IVI (in-vehicle infotainment) systems make this possible while drivers and passengers are traveling in trains, airplanes, and personal cars. In Vehicle I
NAND Flash Based SSD Drives and the Flash Controller
General Solid State Disk drives (SSD Drives) are becoming more and more common in personal computers and enterprise server systems, and in industrial applications. They either replace mechanical drives or can be used in a mixed system using both types of drives, depending on factors such as cost and reliability, which often are a […]
Why Choose an Industrial Memory Card?
Technology has progressively shown improvement year after year, and this ongoing evolution has required new development in data storage solutions, especially in the industrial sector. Therefore, it’s necessary that the right decisions are made when picking the appropriate industrial memory card. There are several form factors of industrial memory cards availab
Is it Industrial Compact Flash Card or Industrial CompactFlash Card?
Industrial CompactFlash Cards are typically used within various industrial applications where a robust durability and reliability are expected. Taking this into consideration, many manufacturers require high-speed industrial CF cards that can reliably perform for aerospace, communications/networking, gaming, power/energy, mass d
Technical Success Stories: Is the Newest Version the Best? Cost Reduction Discovery for Industrial SD Cards
“Our application needs the very latest, fastest SD technology, and our budget is less than $15, what are our options?”– True Customer Stories The SD card standard is the most popular memory card in the world. As such, there is a lot of data on the speed classes, interface, and technology used to build this […]
Industrial Flash Storage for Transportation Applications
What Are Top Reasons for Industrial Flash Storage in Transportation Applications? Many modes of transportation including motor vehicles, trains, and aircraft use industrial flash storage for critical data storage functions. Due to the varying nature of these transportation methods, technology is designed to execute specific roles and address special concerns. H
Real Time Embedded & Operating Systems (RTOS)
Real Time Embedded Systems generally consist of Hardware and Software (More often referred to as Firmware). These systems include at a minimum: Hardware: CPU – Various types such as RISC or CISC, single core or multi-core, fully integrated ASIC type controllers. Executes a set of instructions in a program (process or application) created by the […]
Technical Success Stories: SMART Triggers
“Data loss on our product is very expensive, is there a way to predict the end of a card lifespan before it happens?”– True Customer Stories This story starts with a painful fact, all embedded storage no matter how well optimized for the usage model, at some point will come to the end of […]
Industrial CompactFlash Cards for Aerospace
Introduction Industrial CompactFlash cards have been used for approximately two decades in various aerospace applications requiring an extremely reliable data storage device. These flash cards were originally designed to offer a precise flash storage solution for both industrial and consumer applications, but have been ruggedized and customized specifically for the aer
What Are the Top Differences Between Industrial Grade and Consumer Grade Flash Storage?
Perhaps your organization has just decided that a flash storage device is necessary for your new industrial application prototype, or you just need a perfect replacement to the flash storage that’s been used in an industrial host. Whichever the case, there are many flash storage options in the market to choose from, with all of […]
Why Delkin Devices Industrial Flash Storage Solutions Enable a Better Healthcare Industry
Healthcare files are big, meaning that simple x-rays are about 8 MB each. When you’re talking about one picture for one patient, this might not seem like a lot, but when you consider that a normal brain MRI involves about 230 images, you’re quickly looking at several gigabytes of data per patient. Across a healthcare […]
Technical Success Stories: Delkin mSATA Parts Allow Longer Application Life Cycle
“Our host uses mSATA, and has for years. We were in trouble when our supplier notified us our part had been discontinued”– True Customer Stories Most new memory standards and form factors used in embedded products start out as solutions for consumer driven markets. mSATA was designed to be used in tablets, laptops and [&h
True Customer Stories: Industrial vs. Consumer Storage Solutions
“We were not aware that Consumer SSDs are not a good “drop in” for our industrial device”– True Customer Stories Consumer storage products are advertised extensively to the point that those brands are often recognized first and foremost when considering a storage device for an Industrial, embedded solution. There are many reasons why this might [
Technical Success Stories: Flash Endurance and SMART Commands
“Our product sells for under $200, we could not afford an expensive card, we just assumed we had to have some failures”– Technical Success Stories You would not put jet fuel in your moped, so an inexpensive product would not normally come with an expensive SLC based card. No one is going to pay […]
Delkin in Space
Delkin Devices Industrial SD Cards Rugged Enough for Outer Space Delkin Devices has been the source of industrial SD cards for a San Francisco based company that launches its products into orbit aboard satellites. Pumpkin Inc., a company that manufactures products that have opened new doors in the space industry since 2000, has trusted the […]
True Customer Stories: Suddenly New CF Cards
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]True Customer Stories: Solutions from the Desks of Delkin Customer Engineering “We have been using the same card from the same supplier for 2 years, and now suddenly this batch is different!” Background: A new customer called us to ask about our CF cards. They told a story about buying Consumer grade CF cards of [&hell
3D NAND Flash Application Considerations
3D NAND flash is an advanced architectural development in flash storage that enables memory cells to be stacked vertically in multiple layers. This is a more sophisticated design and is a great solution for high density mass storage. By building multiple layers, larger geometries can be used to deliver higher reliability and higher density. It […]
True Customer Stories: Customization of Card Fixed Data Failure
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]True Customer Stories: Solutions from the Desks of Delkin Customer Engineering “Your cards are failing on our new high volume duplicators, and some other brands work fine.” Background: A regular customer that had been buying Delkin SD cards for years, was experiencing a big growth in sales, and subsequently bought som
True Customer Stories: We Want the Least Expensive SD Card Available
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]True Customer Stories: Solutions from the Desks of Delkin Customer Engineering “We want the least expensive SD card available, our application is not write intensive.” Background: As often happens in the flash business, Delkin was asked to bid on a quantity of SD cards for a new customer. Despite early discovery effo
Market Analysis: Trends in the NAND Flash Memory Market
Unprecedented conditions in the NAND market are causing prices to rise and lead times to stretch, as increased demand combines with supply issues. At this point, no significant relief is expected before the end of 2017. There are multiple factors at play leading to worldwide dramatic growth in flash demand. New generations of mobile devices […]
True Customer Stories: Solutions from the Desks of Delkin Customer Engineering
[vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1484013236719{margin-right: 5% !important;margin-left: 5% !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text]“Our flagship product is bricking across our entire customer base, help!” A manufacturer of hand held devices called us in a panic one day over an SD card failure that was causing their fl
Local Poway Company, Delkin Devices, Named Top ‘Toys for Tots’ Fundraiser Group in San Diego County for 2016
[vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1484013236719{margin-right: 5% !important;margin-left: 5% !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text]Poway, CA. December 22nd, 2016 – Local Poway manufacturer, Delkin Devices, was named the top fundraiser for the Toys for Tots Foundation in San Diego for 2016, with over thirty-thousand dollars and more than fifteen-hundred toys collected and donated during their event at the Ramona Airport this December.