Exploring the Benefits of Industrial Grade Storage

  OEM designers face a range of options for storage. One of the most important distinctions to consider is the grade of the product. Commercial and consumer grade storage is ideal for the retail applications in which they are generally found, but industrial-level systems require industrial grade storage. Industrial grade storage provides the stabi

What Are SLC SSDs?

When you’re looking for rugged storage for an industrial application, SLC SSDs are likely to be among your top candidates. SLC SSDs offer the right mix of reliability, compatibility, and capacity to work seamlessly in a range of industrial applications. Here is what engineers and OEMs need to know about SLC SSDs. SLC Explained SLC […]

All You Need to Know about the SATA Interface

  SATA is an interface that allows storage devices to connect to host systems. Multiple forms of this interface have been developed to allow for increasing capacity and bandwidth. Understanding how the SATA interface works with SSDs and modules and the specifications of the different versions will help you make the right storage choices for […]

How Industrial Grade Mini-SATA Provides Storage Solutions for Small Spaces

  For industrial applications with a need for maximum storage reliability with a minimum of space, mini-SATA SSD is the answer. Mini-SATA—or mSATA—SSDs are designed to meet both SATA-IO group specifications and JEDEC MO300B industry standards. They use the SATA interface for high-speed applications and provide SLC NAND

Answering Common Questions about Industrial CompactFlash Cards

Introduced back in 1994, the age of the CompactFlash form factor has not made it any less popular or desirable. In industrial applications, Industrial CompactFlash—or CF—cards offer continuous uptime, unparalleled data integrity, and extended temperature operations. Here are the answers to some of the questions that engineers and OEM de

Delkin Devices Featured in Embedded Advisor Magazine

Delkin Devices was recently featured in Embedded Advisor Magazine, with the article titled “Delkin Devices: Rugged Industrial Storage Solutions that Exceed OEM Requirements” CHECK IT OUT ON EMBEDDED ADVISOR HERE or THE FULL EMBEDDDED ADVISOR DIGITAL MAGAZINE Please reach out to the Delkin Industrial team below to help with finding your in

Common Questions about SLC Solid State Drives

Engineers and OEM designers have a choice of embedded memory options for SSDs. For industrial use, most designers opt to go with SLC technology. There are several advantages of using SLC Flash SSDs in industrial applications, where rugged environments are the norm. In addition, there are multiple SLC options for embedded storage—including SATA III and [&h

FAQs About Wide Temperature Range SSD

  Engineers and OEM designers often face a challenge of balancing budgets with system operation requirements when seeking wide temperature range SSD solutions. In industrial applications, NAND Flash SSDs often face conditions in which wide temperature ranges are common. The choice the engineers and designers have to make is how to get the longest life [&hellip

Delkin Devices Recognized as Top Embedded Design & Solution Provider

Delkin Devices is proud to announce it has been recognized by Embedded Advisor Magazine as one of the Top 20 Embedded Design & Solution Providers – 2018! According to the Embedded Advisor Magazine article, “This edition of our magazine is a compilation of 20 leading embedded design and solutions firms who are generating visibility

Flash Controller Hardware and Software Design for Optimum Performance

General:  This article will describe NAND FLASH Controller hardware and software optimization supporting high speed data transfer.   Modes of Data Transfer Data transfer modes vary by application, and often are the key factor in overall system throughput. A properly designed industrial flash storage device will have overall hig

Technical Success Stories: P/E Cycles and Utilizing SMART Technology

  A common situation faced by OEMs is the challenge of balancing reliability and industrial specifications with the higher unit cost for industrial grade product. An industrial grade SD SLC Flash memory card is often simply above the price margin to justify using in an application that is priced under $200. Does this mean that [&h

Industrial eUSB for Power and Energy Applications

Power and energy suppliers have unique needs for Flash storage. These applications typically operate in rugged environments, subject to enormous temperature fluctuations as well as high levels of shock and vibration. The need for effective Flash storage options for power and energy applications is skyrocketing, as outdated power grids are replaced with

The Main Benefits of SLC Thumb Drives

  Of the two types of NAND Flash storage devices available—MLC and SLC—technical engineers often choose SLC for high-level applications. MLC storage devices do offer the benefits of cost savings and reliability, but they have a less impressive read/write life compared to SLC Flash drives. If you’re thinking of choosing SLC thumb drives for your […

Answering Questions about Wear-Leveling Algorithms in SSD Controllers

  Because NAND Flash blocks in SSDs have a limited number of erase cycles, it’s important for the longevity of the storage to maximize the use of these cycles. Wear-leveling algorithms do just that. With wear leveling, the endurance in NAND memory is increased to make SSDs as reliable as possible. How does it work? […]

Q&A on SMART (Self-Monitoring Analysis and Reporting Technology)

  Self-monitoring, analysis, and reporting technology—or SMART—is a feature found on many solid state drives (SSDs) today. The idea behind SMART SSDs is that they alerts users to signs of an impending drive failure, allowing them to take action and protect data before the failure actually occurs. All users can benefit from this kind of [&

The Importance of a Controlled BOM

For engineers and technical electronic OEMs, a controlled bill of materials—or Controlled BOM—is one of the most important features of an industrial  Flash storage device. A controlled BOM reduces the risk of unexpected downtime, corrupted data, and sudden device failures. Why are controlled BOMs so highly sought after? Here’s why.   What is a c

FAQs and Answers about eUSB Specifications

  Embedded USB—or eUSB—solid state drives have proven themselves to be a reliable workhorse across multiple sectors. This device is capable of meeting the high demands of the military, marine navigation, aerospace, and automotive industries. Since the USB interface is widely supported, it’s an ideal choice when technical engineers are looking for an

Spotlight on Industrial Flash Memory Storage Solutions

  For embedded and industrial OEM applications, Flash storage solutions offers high performance and a wide range of customization options. Industrial Flash memory storage solutions include optimized life cycles and a controlled bill of materials to ensure reliable, ongoing compatibility without the risk of data corruption or loss. Industrial F

Selecting the Best SSD for Industrial Use

  Choosing the best SSD, (solid state drive), has led to increased orders of industrial grade SSDs. Industrial  SSDs offer better performance, demand less power, and operate in rugged environmental conditions, unlike the HDDs they are replacing. When selecting a SSD, it’s important to note that there are more factors to consider than physical size [&hel

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 […

FAQs about CompactFlash Memory Cards

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

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