Nextorage — Announcement of New Products: CFexpress(TM) 4.0 Type A Memory Card “NX-A2SE Series” and USB 40Gbps CFexpress Type A Card Reader “NX-SA1PRO”

January 23, 2025 – Nextorage Corporation (CEO: Katsuyuki Honda, Headquarters: Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan) released the CFexpress Type A memory card “NX-A2SE Series” and the CFexpress Type A card reader “NX-SA1PRO” in January 2025 on Amazon. 

NX-A2SE Series 

  • CFexpress 4.0-compatible CFexpress Type A memory card 
  • Transfer speeds: 
    • Max. read speed: 1,900 MB/s[1] 
    • Max. write speed: 1,700 MB/s[1] 
    • Minimum sustained write speed: 1,500 MB/s[1] 
  • Compliant with Video Performance Guarantee (VPG) 200 
  • Capacities[2]: 1,024 GB / 512 GB / 256 GB 

Best-in-class Transfer Speeds with the Latest Standard 

The NX-A2SE Series is a CFexpress Type A memory card compatible with the next-generation CFexpress 4.0 standard, delivering best-in-class transfer speeds. 

With a maximum read speed of 1,900 MB/s[1], it significantly reduces transfer times for large-capacity data when paired with the CFexpress 4.0-compatible NX-SA1PRO card reader, streamlining post-shoot workflows and editing processes. 

The CFexpress 4.0 standard is also backward compatible with CFexpress 2.0, ensuring seamless use with CFexpress 2.0-compatible host devices. Like its predecessor, the NX-A1SE Series, it enables fast, stable continuous shooting for still images and high-quality video recording. 

*NX-A2SE transfers data with CFexpress 2.0 for devices non-CFexpress 4.0 devices. 

Reliable Video Recording Supporting VPG200 

All capacities comply with the Video Performance Guarantee (VPG) 200 standard set by the CompactFlash® Association, ensuring a minimum sustained write speed of 200 MB/s. 

When used with VPG200-compatible host devices, it minimizes dropped frames during 4K or 8K video recording, providing stable and reliable video performance. 

Durability[3] 

NX-A2SE comes with durability compliant with CompactFlash Association standards and a 5-year product warranty: 

Temperature resistance: -12 ℃ to 72 ℃ (operating temperature range) 

Shock resistance: EIA-364-27A 

X-ray resistance: ISO7816-1 

Anti-magnetic: Tested 

Electrostatic resistance: IEC 61000-4-2 

Compatibility 

Nextorage ensures broad device compatibility for the NX-A2SE series. Verified device information will be updated regularly on the Nextorage website: 

https://www.nextorage.net/en/support/compatibility/cards/a2se

NX-SA1PRO 

  • CFexpress Type A card reader with USB 40Gbps interface 
  • Max. read speed: 1,650 MB/s 
  • Equipped with a large unique heat sink 

USB 40Gbps Interface Unlocks Maximum Card Performance 

The USB 40Gbps interface (maximum transfer speed: 5,000 MB/s) maximizes the high-speed transfer capabilities of CFexpress 4.0-compatible CFexpress Type A memory cards. 

When paired with the NX-A2SE Series, which boasts a maximum read speed of 1,900 MB/s[1], it enables rapid data transfers. This significantly reduces the time required to handle large-capacity data, streamlining post-shoot workflows and boosting efficiency. 

Stabilize High-Speed Transfer with Large Unique Heat Sink 

To support the high-speed performance of CFexpress 4.0, a proprietary heat sink design has been developed to improve internal cooling efficiency. 

This design effectively suppresses temperature increases in both the memory card and card reader caused by the speed advancements of CFexpress 4.0 and USB 40Gbps. It also minimizes the occurrence of thermal throttling*, ensuring fast and stable data transfers, which significantly enhances workflow efficiency. 

*Thermal throttling: a control function that suppresses the transfer speed to prevent thermal runaway 

Compatibility 

NX-SA1PRO has been tested on PCs from various companies for use in a wide range of OS environments. Verified device information will be updated regularly on the Nextorage website: https://www.nextorage.net/compatibility/reader_sa1pro/ 

Pricing and Availability 

NX-A2SE Series and NX-SA1PRO will be available on Nextorage’s official Amazon store. 

The prices are as follows (tax-included): 

  • NX-A2SE Series: $143.99 (256 GB) / $225.99 (512 GB) / $538.61 (1,024 GB) 

NX-A2SE Series Amazon URL: https://www.amazon.com/Nextorage-Cfexpress-Memory-VPG200-NX-A2SE512G/dp/B0DM21KXGX/ref=rvi_d_sccl_1/145-7648961-1356869 

*NX-A2SE256G will be available at the end of February. 

  • NX-SA1PRO: $119.99 

NX-SA1PRO Amazon URL: https://www.amazon.com/Nextorage-Cfexpress-Reader-40Gbps-Suitable/dp/B0DM28LW98/ref=sr_1_1 

Specifications 

  • CFexpress 4.0 Type A Memory Card: NX-A2SE Series 
SeriesNX-A2SE SeriesNX-A2SE SeriesNX-A2SE Series
ModelNX-A2SE1024GNX-A2SE512G NX-A2SE256G 
Capacity[2]1,024 GB512 GB256GB
Form factorCFexpress Type ACFexpress Type ACFexpress Type A
InterfacePCIe(R) 4.0 x1
NVMe 1.4
PCIe(R) 4.0 x1
NVMe 1.4
PCIe(R) 4.0 x1
NVMe 1.4
NAND Flash Memory3D TLC3D TLC3D TLC
Max. speed (read)[1]1,900 MB/s1,900 MB/s1,900 MB/s
Max. speed (write)[1]1,700 MB/s1,700 MB/s1,700 MB/s
Min. sustained write speed[1]1,500 MB/s850 MB/s400 MB/s
VPGVPG200VPG200VPG200
Operating temperature-12℃ to 72℃-12℃ to 72℃-12℃ to 72℃
Operating humidityLess than 95% (non-condensing)Less than 95% (non-condensing)Less than 95% (non-condensing)
Storage temperature-20℃ to 85℃-20℃ to 85℃-20℃ to 85℃
Storage humidityLess than 95% (non-condensing)Less than 95% (non-condensing)Less than 95% (non-condensing)
Dimension (W x L x H)Approx. 20mm x 28mm x 2.8mmApprox. 20mm x 28mm x 2.8mmApprox. 20mm x 28mm x 2.8mm
MassApprox. 3gApprox. 3gApprox. 3g
SoftwareMemory Card File RescueMemory Card File RescueMemory Card File Rescue
Included itemMedia caseMedia caseMedia case
Warranty5 years from the date of purchase5 years from the date of purchase5 years from the date of purchase
  • USB 40Gbps CFexpress Type A Card Reader: NX-SA1PRO
ModelNX-SA1PRO
Media typeCFexpress Type A memory card
InterfaceUSB 40Gbps
Port typeUSB Type-C(R)
PowerUSB bass power (no external power source)
Max. speed (read)[1]1,650 MB/s
Operating temperature0℃ to 70℃
Operating humidityLess than 95% (non condensing)
Storage temperature-40 ℃ to 60 ℃ 
Storage humidityLess than 95% (non condensing)
MassApprox. 110g
Dimension (W x L x H)Approx. 59mm x 100mm x 17.2mm
Included itemUSB Type-C to C cable
Warranty1 year from the date of purchase

[1] Based on Nextorage test conditions. The actual performance may vary with host devices and environments. Maximum performance represents the performance in NX-A2SE1024G. 

[2] Capacity is based on 1 GB = 1 billion bytes. A portion of the memory is used for system files and may vary. 

[3] All durability ratings are based on Nextorage test conditions. No guarantee is made that memory cards will be damage-free or that data will remain intact under all circumstances. 

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 

The CFexpress logo are trademarks licensed by the CompactFlash Association. 

PCle is trademarks of PCI-SIG. 

NVMe is a trademark of NVM Express, Inc. 

Other system names and product names are generally registered. trademarks or trademarks of each manufacturer. 

Product information on Nextorage Website 

NX-A2SE Series: https://www.nextorage.net/en/cards/cfe-a/a2se/ 

NX-SA1PRO:https://www.nextorage.net/en/cards/reader/sa1pro/ 

About Nextorage Corporation 

Nextorage utilizes its technological expertise cultivated over 20 years of storage development to practice manufacturing with a focus on performance and quality. It provides products optimized for various scenes requiring strong reliability, from creative to entertainment fields. 

[Product Categories] 

Consumer Memory Cards, SSDs, Projectors 

Memory Cards, SSDs for the Imaging and Broadcasting Industry, and various industrial applications 

[Website] 

https://www.nextorage.net/en/

For inquiries regarding this press release, please contact: 

Nextorage Corporation | Imaging Marketing Division 

[email protected] 

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