Compact Flash 5.0 Specification Raises Capacity to an Incredible 144 Petabytes

The Compact Flash Organization (site) released their new 5.0 specification earlier today, and it completely blew past previous storage limits. The prior specification for Compact Flash maxed out at 137GB. Now the new spec supports up to 144 petabytes (PB).

A petabyte is a huge number — most people haven’t encountered it before. To put it in perspective, a petabyte is roughly 150 million gigabytes. Imagine looking around your home at a Blu-ray collection: six million Blu-ray titles could fit on a single Compact Flash 5.0 card.

I guess that means no more RAID boxes, right? After all, what’s better than solid-state memory with storage capacity the size of Texas?

We started doing the math on how long it would take a CF Duplicator to copy a Compact Flash 5.0 card, laughed, and gave up. There simply isn’t technology available today for bulk data loading of that magnitude — let alone a legitimate use case for storing that much information on one card.

While there isn’t a practical use for the full 5.0 spec yet, there are other improvements to get excited about. According to the CFA, Revision 5.0 brings:

• An optional quality-of-service framework to guarantee performance levels and prevent dropped frames.
• More efficient cleanup of unused space.
• A new electrical design that better complies with ATA standards.

There’s no mention yet of when Compact Flash 5.0 cards will ship, but if you’re interested you can read more about the new spec here [PDF], or purchase the full official specification.

Source: TechSpot

45 Target CF Duplicator From Nexcopy – CF450PC

Nexcopy Corporation released a new line of flash memory duplication systems, the CF Duplicator 150PC, 300PC and 450PC. These PC-based systems are designed for high-volume data loading to CompactFlash (CF) cards and bring serious throughput to industries still relying on CF for critical applications.

Nexcopy adds unique functions to make bulk data jobs less of a grind. For instance, the Unique Data Copy mode allows loading different files to each CF card during a single run—ideal for serialized content. Meanwhile, the Short Image Copy mode only writes data clusters in use, dramatically cutting copy times for partially filled cards. For Linux Ext2 or Ext3 file systems, the Full Image Copy mode ensures every byte is duplicated without question.

The CF Duplicator line is modular. Pricing starts at $1,200 for the 150PC, with clear upgrade paths to the 30-port and 45-port units. This approach gives organizations flexibility: start small, scale later. Nexcopy also allows mixing duplicator boxes, meaning operators can copy SD cards, CF cards, and USB flash drives—all at once, from the same software interface. That’s a big win for production teams juggling multiple formats.

Copy Modes Built In

The Drive Manager software offers six copy modes to cover nearly every workflow:

• File Copy
• File Copy Add
• Image File Copy (.img)
• Unique Data Streaming to each card
• Device Copy – short
• Device Copy – full

Product details: CF Duplicator by Nexcopy

Where CF Still Matters

CompactFlash isn’t as mainstream as it once was, but it remains essential in industries that need speed, durability, and consistent performance. Photographers and videographers continue to rely on CF for high-resolution image capture and 4K/8K video. Industrial and embedded systems lean on CF cards for rugged reliability in environments where shock, vibration, and extreme temperatures are everyday realities. In medical imaging and patient monitoring, CF storage provides a stable backbone for secure data logging. Even in niche sectors like gaming arcades and forensic labs, CF holds its ground as a dependable medium.

By pairing robust hardware with smart software, Nexcopy’s CF450PC helps these industries keep CF media viable, efficient, and protected. For organizations still living in the CompactFlash world, this duplicator isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s the workhorse that keeps production running on time.

Source: GetUSB.info

Nexcopy Uses Movie Trailer Theme to Make Product Announcement

Here is an interesting twist on how a company can introduce a product. Nexcopy leaned on the classic movie trailer theme to position its new 40-port and 60-port USB duplicators. The production quality of the video is excellent, and at just about a minute long, it gives you enough information to spark interest without dragging on.

The concept works because it mirrors what audiences already know: trailers tease, excite, and build anticipation. Nexcopy applies that same principle here to highlight a new line of high-capacity duplicators that aim to solve real workflow problems for IT managers, production houses, and service bureaus who need to move content quickly and reliably.

We’ve mentioned Nexcopy Inc. before for its flagship 20-port USB duplicator, as well as its SD duplicators and USB Copy Protection solutions. This latest marketing push shows the company isn’t just building new products but also rethinking how to reach customers in a more engaging way.