VeriSecure LTO Tape Eraser – NIST 800-88 Compliant, 100% Reusable

VeriSecure LTO Tape Eraser – NIST 800-88 Compliant, 100% Reusable

Forensically Verified Data Erasure in 4–6 Minutes – No Tape Damage

The VeriSecure LTO Tape Eraser is the industry's only forensically-verified solution that completely erases all data from LTO tapes while preserving full tape functionality. Unlike degaussing, which destroys servo tracks and renders tapes unusable, VeriSecure's magnetic erasure technology provides certified data sanitization with 100% tape reusability.

Independent Forensic Verification

Leading third-party data recovery specialists have independently verified that VeriSecure technology achieves complete data erasure with zero data recovery possible. Additionally, Applied Engineering Science Inc. has performed detailed magnetic field analysis confirming the erasure effectiveness.

Key Features

• Complete Data Erasure: Magnetic fields several times stronger than tape drive write fields
• Rapid Processing: Full erasure in 4–6 minutes depending on tape generation
• High Throughput: One operator can erase up to 1,000 tapes in a single shift
• Portable Design: Small size and light weight for on-site operations
• Secure Verification: Each erased cartridge receives a secure record in the cartridge memory
• Comprehensive Reporting: Detailed audit trails and quality metrics

Technical Specifications

• Erasure Time: < 4 minutes (LTO-1) to 5:30 minutes (LTO-8)
• Magnetic Field Strength: 5,129 Oersted (5.1kG) - exceeds 2x media coercivity
• Supported Media: LTO generations 1–8 and IBM 3592 enterprise tapes
• Efficiency: 99% with no core saturation limitations
• Operation: Standalone unit - no host computer, drivers, or cables required
• Certification: NIST 800-88 compliant erasure reports

Superior to Overwriting

Traditional full-length overwrite only covers one wrap (0.7% to 2.3% of total data depending on LTO generation), leaving the remainder retrievable. Complete overwriting requires hours. VeriSecure's magnetic erasure:

• Eliminates 100% of all data across all wraps simultaneously
• Returns tapes to factory-new magnetic condition in minutes vs. hours for overwriting
• Prevents error rate increases from residual magnetization
• Scales efficiently even for high-capacity modern tapes

On-Site Security

Your cartridges never need to leave their secure location. The portable equipment can be transported to your site, ensuring complete chain of custody and eliminating risks associated with off-site data destruction.

Complete Tape Lifecycle Management

Beyond erasure, VeriSecure offers complete "Ready for Use" services:

• Barcode label replacement
• VolSer number management in CM chip
• Custom VolSer label writing
• Comprehensive quality assessment reports
• Edge quality measurement for reliability prediction

Risk Mitigation

Many organizations store cartridges containing expired but confidential data in unsecured locations while awaiting reuse. VeriSecure eliminates this risk by enabling immediate, complete erasure before storage, preventing confidential data from ending up in unexpected places.

Environmental & Economic Benefits

• Enables secure tape redeployment within organizations
• Eliminates expensive and environmentally harmful shredding
• Provides detailed quality reports for informed redeployment decisions
• Supports sustainable IT asset disposition strategies

Compliance & Certification

• Meets or exceeds all major data sanitization standards
• Provides detailed erasure certificates for audit trails
• Independently verified through forensic testing
• Engineering analysis validates magnetic erasure effectiveness
• Suitable for regulated industries including healthcare, finance, and government

Ready to Upgrade Your Tape Erasure Process?

VeriSecure delivers fast, compliant, and fully reusable data sanitization for LTO and enterprise tapes — with zero compromises.

For technical details, deployment assistance, or pricing, contact us today.