OWC Thunderblade 16TB Thunderbolt3 2.5" External SSD

In the world of high-performance storage, the OWC ThunderBlade 16TB SSD stands out as a dependable, fast, and portable solution built specifically for creative professionals and content creators who need uncompromising speed and reliability. This external SSD is designed to handle the toughest workloads, from rapid media offloading on set to smooth editing of 8K RAW footage, without breaking a sweat.
With read speeds up to 2949 MB/s and write speeds reaching 2464 MB/s in RAID 5, the ThunderBlade delivers real-world performance that matches the demands of video editors, DITs, and production teams. Its four NVMe M.2 drives can be configured using the included SoftRAID software, allowing for RAID setups that balance capacity and data protection seamlessly. This makes it an excellent choice for workflows that cannot afford to lose data or slow down.
The device’s fanless aluminium body ensures quiet operation while efficiently managing heat, critical for long editing sessions or fast-paced production environments. Its compact size, paired with a ballistic hard-shell travel case, means it’s built for mobility. perfect for those who need to shuttle between locations without compromising performance.
Thunderbolt 3 connectivity supports daisy chaining and can drive 5K or 4K displays, adding flexibility to any creative workstation setup. Backed by a three-year warranty and professional SoftRAID support, the OWC ThunderBlade 16TB SSD offers peace of mind alongside top-tier performance. For anyone serious about their craft, this is storage that won’t hold you back.
FEATURES

Ultra-fast read speeds up to 2949 MB/s for seamless 8K RAW and high-res video editing
Supports up to 32TB capacity with a scalable NVMe M.2 SSD configuration
SoftRAID software included for RAID 0, 1, 4, 5, 10 support and predictive health monitoring
Fanless aluminium chassis ensures silent operation and effective passive heat dissipation
Compact and portable design with ballistic hard-shell travel case for on-the-go professionals
Thunderbolt 3 interface delivers up to 40 Gb/s bandwidth with daisy chaining for up to 5 devices
Supports 5K and 4K display output, enhancing workstation flexibility
Hot-plug and boot support compatible with Mac boot volumes
Robust build with optional cable stabiliser for secure connections in mobile environments
Backed by a 3-year OWC warranty and premium SoftRAID support for reliability and peace of mind

SPECIFICATIONS

Drive Bays: 4 bays
Total Capacity: 2.0TB
Drive Mechanism: (4) 500GB OWC Aura Ultra IV PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD
Plug and Play: Yes
Hot Plug Support: Yes
Boot Support: Mac Only: Boot volume must be independent from RAID volume.
Drive Format: Formatted as 4-disk RAID 0 for Mac. To convert for PC, use SoftRAID for Windows
Storage Interface: M.2 NVMe (PCIe 3.0)
RAID Capable: Yes
Default RAID Level: RAID 0
RAID Levels Supported:

RAID 0
RAID 1
RAID 4
RAID 5
RAID 10

RAID Features: Software RAID
Device Ports:

(1) Host Port - Thunderbolt 3 (Type-C) up to 40Gb/s (5000MB/s)
(1) Thunderbolt 3 (Type-C) Port

UASP Support: UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) is supported
Display Support: Up to 5K display @ 60Hz, 4K display @ 60Hz, or 4K display @ 30Hz
Display Support by Port: Thunderbolt 3: Up to 5K @ 60Hz via a native Thunderbolt 3 display or 4K @ 60Hz via a Thunderbolt display or a Type-C display adapter
Data Transfer Rate (Maximum): Thunderbolt 3: Up to 40Gb/s (or 5000MB/s)
Benchmark Speed, Read (Max): Up to 2719MB/s
Benchmark Speed, Write (Max): Up to 2537MB/s
Chipset / Controller: Thunderbolt 3: (1) Intel DSL6540
Host Interface Requirements: Thunderbolt (Type-C) port (backwards compatible with Thunderbolt 2/Thunderbolt1)
Mac OS Compatibility:

macOS 10.13 High Sierra
macOS 10.14 Mojave
macOS 10.15 Catalina
macOS 11.x Big Sur
macOS 12.x Monterey
macOS 13.x Ventura
macOS 14.x Sonoma
macOS 15.x Sequoia

PC OS Compatibility

Windows 10 64-bit Edition
Windows Server 2022
Windows 11

Driver Required: SoftRAID Only
Supports OWC ClingOn: Yes
External Power Adapter: Yes
Power Supply:

External UL-listed universal auto-switching power supply
AC Input: 100-240V, 50-60Hz, 2.0A
DC Output: +15V, 4.8A
Wattage: 72W

Security Slot: No
Power/Activity LED: Yes
Housing Colour: Black
Housing Material: Aluminium
Dimensions: 2.9 x 19.2 x 12.4 cm
Weight: 676.0 g
Certifications: CE, FCC, RoHS
Ambient Temperature:

Operating: 10°C to 35°C
Non-Operating: -40°C to 65°C

Altitude:

Operating: -304.8 m to 3,048.0 m
Non-Operating: -304.8 m to 12,192.0 m

Humidity:

Operating: 8% to 90% non-condensing
Non-Operating: 5% to 95% non-condensing

Noise: 0.0dB

WHAT'S IN THE BOX

OWC Thunderblade 16TB Thunderbolt3 2.5" External SSD x1