Industrial CompactFlash Card Replacements
High-endurance CompactFlash (CF) cards for legacy industrial systems. Direct replacements for obsolete SanDisk, SiliconSystems, and other discontinued CF cards.
Why Industrial CompactFlash?
CompactFlash remains a critical storage technology in countless industrial, medical, and embedded systems worldwide. Despite newer storage formats, many mission-critical devices were designed around CF cards and require ongoing replacement parts. Our industrial CompactFlash cards provide reliable, long-term solutions for organizations maintaining legacy equipment.
Extended Lifecycle Support
Unlike consumer CF cards that face frequent discontinuation, our industrial CompactFlash cards are manufactured with controlled BOMs and long-term availability commitments. We provide Product Change Notifications (PCN) and maintain inventory for guaranteed supply continuity.
Superior Endurance
Industrial applications demand reliability beyond consumer specifications. Our CF cards feature SLC or pSLC NAND, advanced wear leveling, and enhanced data retention for applications requiring millions of write cycles and decades of data integrity.
CompactFlash Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | CF Type I (3.3mm) / Type II (5mm) |
| Interface | CF 6.0 / CF+ / CFast (depending on model) |
| Capacities | 256MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB, 64GB |
| NAND Type | SLC / pSLC (pseudo-SLC) industrial-grade |
| Operating Temp | -40°C to +85°C (industrial) / 0°C to +70°C (commercial) |
| Read Speed | Up to 167 MB/s (UDMA 7) / 133 MB/s (UDMA 6) |
| Write Speed | Up to 155 MB/s (UDMA 7) / 120 MB/s (UDMA 6) |
| Endurance | 100,000 P/E cycles (SLC) / 20,000 P/E cycles (pSLC) |
| Power Consumption | Active: 200mA typical @ 3.3V / Standby: <10mA |
| MTBF | >3,000,000 hours |
| Data Retention | 10+ years (SLC) at 25°C |
| Shock Resistance | 1500G @ 0.5ms (operating) / 2000G @ 1ms (non-operating) |
| Warranty | 3 years standard / 5 years extended available |
CF Type I vs Type II
| Feature | Type I (3.3mm) | Type II (5mm) |
|---|---|---|
| Thickness | 3.3mm | 5.0mm |
| Compatibility | All CF slots | Type II slots only |
| Capacity Range | 256MB - 64GB | Up to 128GB |
| Speed Options | UDMA 0-7, PIO | UDMA 0-7, PIO |
| Use Cases | Most industrial systems | Specialized equipment |
| Availability | Widely available | Limited, more expensive |
Industrial Features & Benefits
- 100% CF specification compliant (CF 6.0 / CF+)
- SLC or pSLC NAND for maximum endurance
- Industrial temperature range (-40°C to +85°C)
- UDMA 7 support for high-speed transfers
- PIO and UDMA backward compatibility
- Advanced wear leveling algorithms
- Dynamic and static bad block management
- ECC (Error Correction Code) with BCH
- S.M.A.R.T. health monitoring
- Power loss protection with capacitor backup
- Conformal coating for harsh environments
- Long-term availability (10+ year lifecycle)
- Controlled BOM with PCN process
- AEC-Q100 qualified options for automotive
Where CompactFlash Is Used
Medical Imaging
Digital radiography systems, ultrasound machines, CT scanners, MRI equipment, and portable diagnostic devices that rely on CompactFlash for image storage and system firmware.
Industrial Control
PLCs, HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces), SCADA systems, industrial PCs, CNC controllers, and automation equipment requiring non-volatile program and data storage.
Avionics
Flight management systems, navigation equipment, cockpit displays, flight data recorders, and aviation communication systems requiring certified, long-term available storage.
Network Infrastructure
Enterprise routers, switches, firewalls, VPN appliances, and telecom equipment using CF cards for firmware, configuration storage, and logging.
Professional Video
Broadcast cameras, video switchers, non-linear editing systems, and professional recording equipment requiring high-capacity, reliable CF storage.
Automotive Systems
Vehicle diagnostics, fleet management, telematics, infotainment systems, and automotive test equipment requiring AEC-Q100 qualified CF cards.
Point of Sale
POS terminals, payment systems, kiosks, and retail management systems that use CF cards for transaction data and system software.
Energy & Utilities
Smart meters, grid monitoring, power plant controls, substation automation, and renewable energy systems requiring industrial-grade storage.
Transportation
Rail signaling, traffic management, vehicle control units, ticketing systems, and transit infrastructure equipment.
CompactFlash Migration Strategies
When legacy CF cards reach end-of-life, proper planning ensures business continuity. Our technical team helps with:
- Drop-in Replacement: Identify pin-compatible CF cards with matching specifications
- Capacity Planning: Determine optimal capacity for current and future needs
- Performance Matching: Ensure UDMA speed compatibility with legacy systems
- Data Cloning: Sector-by-sector imaging from old to new CF cards
- Testing & Validation: Comprehensive compatibility testing before deployment
- Inventory Management: Strategic stocking for long-term replacement needs
- Future-Proofing: CFast or SSD migration paths when system refresh is possible
Replacement for These Discontinued CF Cards
Our industrial CompactFlash cards serve as direct replacements for CF cards from these manufacturers that have discontinued product lines or exited the industrial market:
SanDisk Industrial CF
Including SanDisk Extreme, Ultra, and Industrial CF series
SiliconSystems CF
Direct replacement for Western Digital / SiliconSystems industrial CF
Lexar Professional
Compatible with Lexar Professional and Industrial CF cards
Transcend Industrial
Replacement for Transcend industrial CompactFlash products
Kingston Industrial
Compatible with Kingston industrial CF card series
Delkin Devices
Replacement for Delkin industrial and pro-grade CF cards
ATP Electronics
Direct replacement for ATP industrial CompactFlash
Apacer Industrial
Compatible with Apacer industrial CF products
Innodisk
Replacement for Innodisk industrial CF cards
Technical Support & Resources
Our industrial storage specialists provide comprehensive support for CF card selection, integration, and long-term lifecycle management:
- Application engineering consultation and system analysis
- Compatibility testing and validation services
- Custom firmware configuration for specific applications
- Long-term availability agreements and last-time-buy programs
- Technical documentation and integration guides
- RMA and advance replacement services
- 24/7 technical support hotline
Need Industrial CompactFlash Solutions?
Contact our storage specialists to discuss your CompactFlash requirements, receive application engineering support, and get pricing for industrial CF replacements.
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