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OWC Thunderblade 16TB Thunderbolt3 2.5" External SSDIn 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
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
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★★★★★ 5
VERY GOOD
Color: Black, Size: 4 ft (Pack of 1), Style: 4 ft
WORKS GREAT
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Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great product! Worth the purchase
Color: White, Size: 2.5', Style: 2.5 ft
I just wanted a surge protected that's cheap and protects from lightning. I got this product since it was the highest rating for the price. I love this product, and it works great. I have all 6 used and it wasn't that hard to plug in the outlets as some say. It is a little harder than usually, but they don't fall out anymore! I haven't had lightning hit yet so I don't know how well it is against it, but it does come with a lifetime warranty! I just had a bad storm and it worked great, but no lightning struck the power line. I love the product for the price just don't like that it doesn't have the protected light on it (to let you know if you are still protected from lightning). Great product! Also this is a little bigger than a normal 6 outlet, but at least this one includes a surge protection!
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Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2011
★★★★★ 5
Good
Color: White, Size: 10 ft (Pack of 1), Style: 10 ft
Good
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Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Better than the basic power strip
Color: White, Size: 2.5', Style: 2.5 ft
I needed to get a basic five or six outlet power strip and instead ended up with this
. Since the power strip that I was going to get was for basic protection, and would be plugged into a surge suppressor anyway, I really wasn't concerned about how much protection it offered. Just having the extra outlets for additional small-to-medium electrical devices was important.
While looking and comparing this with basic power strips, I decided to check the manufacturer's site to see what specs they offered, since the ones here seemed to be a bit inadequate. Here's what I found:
* 555 Joule energy rating provides maximum protection of all your sensitive electronic devices
* 6 Surge-protected outlets supply 2-line AC protection
* 2.5-foot power cord delivers optimal, safe AC power through a 14-gauge heavy-duty cord
* Filters EMI/RFI noise up to 43 dB reduction
* Maximum Spike Amperage of 36,000 Amps
* Lifetime Product Warranty
* $15,000 Connected Equipment Warranty
The pros on this unit include the price, the basic surge protection, a short but sturdy power cord, and good basic construction. It has a power/reset switch that's recessed at the top of the unit near the power cord to prevent accidental shutting down. On the negative side, like so many of these units, the outlets are too close together to put more than a couple transformer-type devices like cell phone chargers and such.
Just a couple of comments on the specifications listed above to those who may be interested: if you're going to plug high-end expensive electronics into one of these, don't do it. This is an adequate but very basic unit, and you want to consider getting a better grade surge suppressor for large screen televisions, good computer systems and such. No surge protector is 100% effective, but sure that the product is listed as a transient voltage surge suppressor, and that it meets the criteria for UL 1449, the absolute minimum performance standard for surge suppressors. I'm no electrical engineer or electronics technician, but if you're going to protect an expensive jogging machine, your new 52-inch television or Apple iMac 27-inch desktop system, you need better than an under $10 surge suppressor or power strip.
A friend who I will refer to as the 'cranky electronic tech' told me to look it up on the 'Net, but make sure that whatever I got for protection of "really good stuff" needed to be minimally have a UL1449 3rd Edition certification and be rated at 1400 joules of surge protection or higher, and the rest would fall into place. The
that I've used for years with my large electronics is rated at 3330 Joules, and meets those specs.
If you plan to use a basic surge suppressor to charge cell phones and the like with their transformer plugs, units with right-angle outlets are a better, though more costly choice. My personal choice for mid-range protection combined with outstanding quality is the
, a 5-star product that I own and have reviewed here. I run two notebook computers with this, along with a few chargers. There are others if you look.
If all that you're looking for is a basic surge protector with a reasonable amount of surge suppression, then this one from Belkin is a decent choice, and certainly better than the basic power strip. I actually came back recently and bought a second one this year. But if your needs call for more, then the above listed alternates may be worth a look.
4/25/2012
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Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2012
★★★★★ 5
It just works, and that is all that matters
Color: White, Size: 10 ft (Pack of 1), Style: 10 ft
It's a Belkin product. Do you really need to know anything more? My roommate bought a really crappy multi-outlet, it worked for the low wattage stuff, but for the higher wattage stuff the internal breaker kept popping. I bought this one, and it hasn't failed me yet.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2026