SQF-CU2 ER-1 – PCIe Gen.4 x4 U.2 2.5″ Industrial SSD by Advantech

The SQF-CU2 ER-1 by Advantech is a high-performance PCIe Gen.4 x4 U.2 2.5-inch industrial SSD designed for demanding enterprise and industrial applications. Featuring NVMe 1.4 compliance, AES-256 encryption with TCG-OPAL support, and advanced LDPC and RAID ECC for data integrity, this SSD delivers sequential read and write speeds up to 7,100 MB/sec and 6,700 MB/sec respectively. Available in capacities from 400GB to 6.4TB with both read-intensive (DWPD 1) and mixed-use (DWPD 3) endurance options. The industrial-grade variant operates from -40 to +85°C, making it ideal for harsh environments. Available from Recab, your Nordic partner for Advantech industrial memory solutions.

manufacturer

Advantech

product model

SQF-CU2 ER-1
RoHS Compliant

Overview

The SQF-CU2 ER-1 by Advantech represents the cutting edge of industrial solid-state storage technology, delivering enterprise-class performance in a robust U.2 2.5-inch form factor. Built on PCIe Gen.4 x4 architecture and compliant with NVMe 1.4, this SSD achieves exceptional sequential read and write speeds of up to 7,100 MB/sec and 6,700 MB/sec respectively, with random IOPS reaching 750K for reads and 700K for writes. The drive utilizes 3D TLC NAND flash technology and is available in capacities ranging from 400GB to 6.4TB, providing flexible options for various storage requirements. Security is paramount with AES-256 encryption and TCG-OPAL compliance, ensuring data protection for sensitive applications. Advanced error correction through LDPC and RAID ECC mechanisms guarantees data integrity even under challenging conditions. The SQF-CU2 ER-1 offers both read-intensive models with DWPD 1 and mixed-use variants with DWPD 3, catering to different workload profiles. A heat-spreading thermal design ensures reliable operation under sustained workloads, while commercial-grade units operate from 0 to +70°C and industrial-grade variants extend this range to -40 to +85°C. With shock resistance of 1,500G and vibration resistance of 20G, this SSD is engineered for deployment in industrial automation, data centers, edge computing, telecommunications infrastructure, and other demanding environments where reliability and performance are critical. SMART monitoring and GUI management tools enable proactive health monitoring and system administration. Available from Recab, your Nordic partner for Advantech industrial memory solutions.
High Performance, Robust Security Options, Rugged Design, Wide Temperature

Key highlights

Features

  • PCIe Gen.4 x4 interface delivers sequential read speeds up to 7,100 MB/sec for demanding applications.
  • AES-256 encryption with TCG-OPAL compliance ensures robust data security and protection.
  • Industrial-grade variant operates reliably across extended temperature range of -40 to +85°C.
  • LDPC and RAID ECC provide advanced error correction for superior data integrity.
  • Available in read-intensive DWPD 1 and mixed-use DWPD 3 endurance configurations.
  • Heat-spreading thermal design maintains optimal performance under sustained heavy workloads.

Specifications

Connect Type U.2 (SFF-8639)
Flash type 3D TLC
Capacity 400GB ~ 6.4TB
Transfer Mode PCIe Gen.4 x4
Max. Power Consumption Read: 8 W, Write: 8 W
Sequential R/W Performance up to 7,100/ 6,700 MB/sec
Random R/W IOPS up to 750K/ 700K
Endurance (DWPD) Read-Intensive: DWPD 1, Mixed-Use: DWPD 3
Operating Temperature (Commercial) 0 to +70 °C
Operating Temperature (Industrial) -40 to +85 °C
Shock Resistance 1,500 G, peak / 0.5 ms
Vibration Resistance 20 G, peak / 80 ~ 2000 Hz
Dimensions (mm) 100.2 x 69.85 x 15.0
NVMe Version NVMe 1.4
Security AES-256, TCG-OPAL Compliant

Applications

  • Enterprise data center storage requiring high-speed NVMe performance
  • Industrial automation systems demanding reliable extended temperature operation
  • Edge computing deployments needing secure encrypted storage solutions
  • Telecommunications infrastructure with continuous mixed workload requirements

Resources

Datasheet

https://recab.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/SQF-CU2-ER-1_DS07292220220801111059.pdf