OWC (Other World Computing) has announced its ThunderBlade X12 Expansion, delivering up to 192TB of Thunderbolt 5 RAID storage. This doubling of maximum capacity from 96TB to 192TB makes it a good option for those who need lots of storage in an ultra-fast production Shuttle RAID SSD.
The OWC ThunderBlade X12 is the first and only Thunderbolt 5 RAID shuttle drive to deliver this level of capacity and performance in a compact form factor.
It can provide up to 6600MB/s peak and 5990MB/s sustained write speeds thanks to its Thunderbolt 5 technology. With up to 192TB, it is an excellent portable solution with the highest performance, efficiency, and dependability for film and streaming service content production as well as cutting-edge multi-cam 4K, 6K, or 8K RAW sequences, 12K RAW video, and beyond, or even stereoscopic 360 VR editing.
Key features
- Massive Capacity – Twelve 16TB NVMe M.2 SSDs for up to 192TB
- Breakthrough Performance – Up to 6600MB/s peak speed with blazing-fast 5990MB/s consistent sustained write speed over the entire volume
- Safe and Secure Use – Non-skid rubber feet, locking power connector, and OWC ClingOn ready for on-set use
- Continuous Status Information – Confirm use status instantly via a configurable LED
- Versatility – Daisy-chain up to five additional Thunderbolt devices or connect a USB-C device via the second Thunderbolt port
- Silent Operation – Heat-dissipating fanless aluminum chassis keeps you working quietly, at top speed
- Certification – Meets Thunderbolt and OWC operating certifications for assured performance and reliability
- Mobility – Compact footprint and custom-fit ballistic hard-shell case make this the perfect shuttle drive
- OWC SoftRAID – Robust software for creating, monitoring, and managing advanced RAID sets
The OWC ThunderBlade X12 in the 192TB capacity will be available in 2026. You can sign up for availability notifications on their website here: https://www.owc.com/solutions/thunderblade-x12.
