32GB Industrial SD Card
If you have ever used a portable device, such as a digital camera or mobile phone, there is a good chance that you have used a device with an SD card. SD, or Secure Digital, cards are an extremely popular form of embedded memory for both consumer and industrial applications. The cards are designed […]
Taking a Closer Look at 2.5 SSD SATA
Despite being a legacy product, 2.5 SSD SATA drives are among the most popular drives on the market today. There are many reasons why 2.5 SSDs with the SATA interface are popular, including the variety of storage capacities in which they are available. Many devices that were originally designed with a 2.5 SATA HDD […]
Rugged Condition Flash Storage
Flash storage is found in a huge number of devices and applications, from basic laptops used by consumers to high-level instruments in airplanes that are critical to flight safety. Because flash storage is found in so many different devices, it is not uncommon for flash memory to be used in rugged conditions. Unless flash […]
What Is QLC Flash?
When it comes to flash technology, there is an ever-present push for more storage capacity with lower ownership costs. For many years, the answer for OEMs and engineers looking for the highest possible storage capacity was TLC NAND flash. Now, TLC flash is quickly being replaced by QLC flash. QLC flash offers huge capacities […]
M.2 2280 Explained
Designers and OEMs who are considering their options for SSDs, or solid state drives, are likely to encounter the M.2 standard. This standard was designed to provide powerful data transfer speeds in a small form factor SSD. It is useful for devices with constrained space, such as mobile applications, laptops, and other small products. […]
SSD Utility Cards
For designers of industrial applications, there are a few factors that are critical when it comes to storage. One is finding a storage device that is reliable and won’t put critical data at risk. Another factor is ensuring that the storage system will not lose any reliability or functionality when faced with challenging operating […]
What Is a CPU?
At the core of any computing system is the central processing unit, or CPU. Many people mistakenly believe that the CPU is the computer itself, but it isn’t. Instead, you can think of the CPU as the brain that helps the computer perform all of the functions that it needs to. Essentially, everything a […]
Get the Facts about Industrial M.2 SSD Options
SSDs have replaced HDDs in terms of popularity in the majority of new device designs for many different reasons. As part of this change, there has been a growing need for faster SSD interfaces. M.2 SSDs solve the challenging problem of combining powerful performance with a small form factor drive. Industrial M.2 SSDs that […]
What Is e-MLC?
Multi-level cell flash, or MLC, is a commercial grade of flash memory used in a variety of different kinds of storage devices. This kind of flash is less reliable than single-level cell flash, or SLC flash, which is used in many kinds of industrial grade storage devices. Some developers choose MLC flash for industrial […]
Taking a Closer Look at SSD SATA 3
If you’re looking for a drive for a new device, chances are that you have encountered SSDs with SATA 3 technology. These drives offer the most reliable functionality and fastest SATA interface speeds available, making them a natural fit for industrial applications. Why should you consider an SSD instead of an HDD for your […]
Examining the Benefits of SSD mSATA
Solid state drives, or SSDs, are more reliable than their hard disk drive, or HDD, counterparts. In addition, they typically offer a longer lifespan. SSDs with mSATA interfaces adhere to the design specifications set out by the Serial ATA organization. Because SATA is such a familiar and widely used interface, mSATA SSDs are easily […]
Flash Storage Solutions in the IoT/IIoT
Whether you notice it or not, the IoT, or Internet of Things, is changing the way you live and the way you relate to the world around you. The standalone items you use daily that used to work independently are increasingly interconnected, in an increasingly complex and constantly growing digital network. According to researchers, […]
Flash Memory Solutions for Factory Automation
Modern factories no longer rely on an assembly line of workers to get jobs done. Instead, automation is the key to efficient operations. New automation systems are constantly being added. Thanks to the evolution of the Industrial Internet of Things, or IIoT, automation systems are increasingly interconnected and interdependent. Flash memory plays a k
Identifying the Best SD Card for a Specific Application
At Delkin Devices, one of the most frequent questions we face from customers is about the strategy for choosing the best SD card. Because host applications can vary so greatly, there simply is not a one-size-fits-all solution that works in every situation. Our customer applications team devotes a great deal of time to working […]
Understanding PCIe
If you’re in the market for embedded storage, one term you may encounter frequently is PCIe. PCIe stands for peripheral component internet express and refers to a connection interface for internal devices in a computer system. PCIe consists of expansion slots that can be found on the motherboard of a computer. These slots accept […]
Transportation Applications Embedded Systems
Embedded systems play a large role in transportation applications. They are used for a variety of purposes, from navigation to system performance and operational functions. However, the nature of transportation applications embedded systems is that they are used in operating conditions that are rugged and demanding. As such, any embedded system that i
Memory Electronics
Memory electronics—internal or external storage devices for computing systems that use electronics to record and read data—have largely replaced magnetic tape-based memory devices, like hard disk drives. Electronic memory is at the core of flash memory, which is used in a huge number of different devices and applications. These include everything from consumer cellphones [
Spotlight on 3D NAND Flash
In the future, flash memory may be scaling vertically instead of horizontally. 3D NAND flash is a form of flash memory that focuses on increasing capacities without increasing the device size laterally. There are cost-saving benefits to 3D NAND flash designs, which makes them even more attractive to customers. However, alongside the benefits of […]
Energy Applications Embedded Systems
Embedded systems are hardware and/or software systems inside of larger computing systems that perform a dedicated task or function. When it comes to energy applications, embedded systems are crucial. Embedded memory in energy applications not only has to be reliable, but it also has to be able to tolerate rugged conditions, including high operating […]
FAQs about USB Embedded Systems
When most people think of USBs, they think of the familiar external flash drives. These are easily portable and can be carried from one system to another, plugging into the interface of the host system through an external hub. This kind of data storage is extremely popular because it is so widely compatible and […]
Taking a Closer Look at Embedded Memory Design
If you use an electronic device of any kind, you are almost certainly using a system with embedded memory. Embedded memory simply refers to memory systems that are inside of devices and incorporated into the larger operating system. When embedded memory designs are industrial grade, they are rugged enough to function in extreme operating […]
Why ELC Products Are Essential for Industrial Devices
For industrial devices and applications, a long lifecycle for flash memory is important for many different reasons. Without a long lifecycle, memory will fail too quickly, which will dramatically increase the cost of keeping devices functional and up to date. Frequent memory failures can also lead to unexpected failures in the field, which ca
Communications Applications Embedded Systems
Within communications applications, flash memory in the form of embedded systems plays many roles. There are enormous demands on industrial flash memory when it comes to communication applications, from the need for high-density, fail-safe systems to wireless applications that are used in environments with high temperatures and high levels of shock an
Secure Erase Data Features in Flash Memory
An unavoidable issue that is associated with all electronics is data security. From individual smartphone users to major retailers that store sensitive data, maintaining the security of information stored on electronic devices is of major importance. Unfortunately, if electronic devices are lost or if private information remains on devices after they ar
FAQs about Flash Disk SATA
SATA, or Serial ATA, is an interface that is used to create a connection between storage devices and the computer system in which they are used. SATA replaced PATA as the most common interface after its introduction in 2000, thanks to thinner connector cables and faster data transfer capacities. With several redesigns over the […]
Industrial Flash Storage for Driving Automation
Flash memory may not be the first thing people think about when they consider cars, but as vehicle technology advances, cars are becoming more and more data driven. Fully automated cars rely on an enormous amount of data, but even cars that don’t fall into that category have automated systems that utilize flash memory. […]
How Delkin Helped One Customer Overcome SD Card Lifespan Concerns
The evolution of flash technology has been a good thing for developers and end users. However, it has created some complications. It has become more difficult to compare memory devices to determine which one is the best fit for a device and which will have the longest lifespan. Instead of simply choosing between SLC […]
What Are the Benefits of High Endurance Flash Storage?
When choosing flash memory, one of the most important factors to consider is endurance. Though every application’s endurance needs are unique, choosing the appropriate level of endurance will generally prevent problems with device failures and help to reduce costs. For many developers, choosing the highest level of endurance for flash memor
Flash Disk SATA Drives
Flash disk SATA drives are solid state drives or hard disk drives that use the SATA interface. The SATA interface forms the connection between the data on the drive and the main computer system. SATA replaced PATA—previously known simply as ATA—as an interface, and was favored thanks to its thinner, flexible cables, faster speeds, […]
Flash Storage Encryption
Every file stored on a flash device is important, but some information requires more than a basic level of security. For many military and industrial applications, information is so sensitive that it must be protected from outside intrusion through encryption. With flash storage encryption, any data that falls into the wrong hands will not […]
Understanding Industrial SD for Parking Technologies
Parking technologies have progressed far beyond simply turning a car between two lines. Public parking facilities and parking assistance features inside cars have progressed to include advanced technologies that make parking easier, safer, and more efficient. Industrial Secure Digital( SD), cards are a common choice for these systems, thanks t
High Temperature Storage Test
For industrial devices, having storage that functions in high temperature environments is crucial. Storage that doesn’t work in extreme temperatures could cause problematic failures in the field for critical devices, including applications in healthcare, travel, and automation. When purchasing industrial grade flash storage, choose a manufacturer who conducts high
Taking a Closer Look at Embedded Module Options
An embedded module is a self-contained component that is installed inside of a larger computer system to perform a single, specific task. One of the most crucial types of embedded modules is memory. Embedded storage systems for reading and writing data perform critical functions, often in rugged operating conditions. For this reason, it is [&hellip
Answering Questions about SLC Temperature Ranges
There are many reasons why industrial application designers and engineers opt for SLC flash memory. This industrial grade of flash offers the highest level of data security available, as well as the longest lifespan of any kind of flash memory. The temperature range of SLC is also significant to industrial device designers. SLC flash […]
The Benefits of Low Power SSD Drives
Many industrial device engineers have moved away from hard disk drives, or HDDs, for their storage needs. They instead turn to solid state drives, or SSDs. One of the leading advantages of SSDs is that they have lower power demands than HDDs. This makes them uniquely suited to the ever-growing need for drives that […]
Understanding Embedded Flash Technology
Flash technology is a popular form of memory for many applications, including small, portable devices used for consumer or industrial purposes. Embedded flash technology refers to embedded memory that is installed in a device and that is designed using flash technology. Some embedded flash memory options are non-removable, while other options may be in [&h
Answering Questions about mSATA 128GB
For industrial applications in fields such as automation, healthcare, and gaming, the mSATA 128GB capacity drive is a common form of storage. There are several advantages to using mSATA, including the reliable design, which is based on specifications set by the Serial ATA International Organization (SATA-IO). Other benefits include the wide-ranging compatibi
Utility Cards
When choosing embedded storage, one of the most important things to consider is the grade of the storage device you select. For industrial users, industrial grade and commercial grade are the two most common forms of storage chosen, depending on the need for speed and security versus capacity. Utility cards are a middle-ground option […]
Automation Applications Embedded Systems
Automation applications are changing the way many different industries do business, from manufacturing to the automotive industry. Embedded systems are a big part of that change. Embedded systems are used extensively for automation purposes, as they allow devices to be small, agile, and fast-moving. Though embedded systems can be very complex and involve
256GB mSATA
The SATA interface has been enormously popular since its debut in 2003. Since then, it has gone through a series of redesigns to keep up with changing device sizes and structures. The mSATA interface was one of these reiterations of the original SATA design. It debuted in 2009 and has since been used in […]
Finding an Industrial Storage Supplier
Industrial storage gives engineers and designers of devices that store critical data confidence that their chosen memory system will meet the demands of the operating conditions without compromising any of the stored information. However, the industrial storage supplier you use makes a difference. Choosing the wrong supplier could lead to a range of difficu
Understanding Secure Erase Features
Data security is a top priority for everyone who uses electronic devices. For industrial customers, this need looms particularly large. Being able to completely wipe drives of data is essential, especially on devices that contain sensitive information, such as those used in military applications. Secure Erase is a feature that was initially designed for [&hell
Questions to Ask When You Choose Between NAND Memory Manufacturers
NAND memory is a common component of many storage devices, particularly those used in industrial applications. There are many NAND memory manufacturers, but not all NAND memory devices are the same—and not all manufacturers can deliver the right products for your needs. Before you decide which NAND flash memory supplier to go w
What Is High Endurance SSD?
When you’re selecting an SSD, or solid state drive, endurance is likely to be one of the parameters with which you are most concerned. The endurance level of an SSD depends on several different factors, including how it is used and the type of flash memory it contains. The good news is that you […]
Spotlight on microSD for Navigation/Audio Systems
High-tech navigation systems have long since replaced paper maps in American automobiles and big rigs. These days, they come standard on most late model vehicles. Consumers also expect their in-dashboard audio systems to incorporate the latest cutting-edge technology. The convenience and accessibility of in-vehicle digital files offers clear bene
Interleaving, Flash Bus Interfaces, and Flash Memory Speed
With industrial grade solid state flash storage, there are several different performance benchmarks that matter including interleaving, interfaces, and speed. OEMs must ensure that data is as secure as possible and that the memory device is not compromised in operating conditions that involve temperature extremes or higher than normal leve
Technical Success Story: Applications and Technology Advancements
For engineers and designers who are building industrial applications, there is a natural inclination to try to design around the most advanced industrial grade storage technology available. The thought process is logical. After all, no one wants a device that relies on outdated memory cards that may not be available in the near fut
2D Legacy Flash Storage Moving to 3D Memory
In the world of NAND flash, there is an ever-present motivation to fit more flash memory capacity into a smaller space. Until now, flash memory manufacturers have done this by engineering NAND flash cells to be smaller and smaller and by offering memory options in which multiple bits of data are stored on each […]
Delkin’s White Box Storage Products
Are you a company in need of flash memory products that can be branded to carry your name and logo? If so, Delkin has the products you need. We offer a variety of white box storage options to help you deliver the branded products your customers need in a cost-effective and convenient way. By […]
Industrial Grade SD
Secure Digital (SD) cards are a form of flash memory. They are used in devices ranging from digital cameras to in-flight entertainment systems on airplanes. There are multiple grades of SD cards that are designed for use in different kinds of applications. Industrial grade SD is intended for use in industrial applications, such as […]