The revolutions per minute (rpm) of the Sony AIT-4 data tape format’s helical scan head is 4,800. Information of higher density is recorded at an angle that’s relative to edge of the AIT data tape reel. Loop of the AIT-4 backup tape drive is closed and the tape path is adjusted by the “self adjusting” mechanism that helps in exact and highly precise tracking of the data tape. New and unique system of ATF (auto-tracking following) has been added to the AIT-4 tape drive which improves the tape drive’s effectiveness.
The tape head (MIG metal in gap) of the Sony AIT4 tape drive is redesigned and enhanced. The average life of the AIT tape head is about 50,000 hours. (more…)











