IBM 35L2087 LTO Universal Cleaning Cartridge 50 Pass

IBM 35L2087

LTO Universal Cleaning Cartridge – 50 Cleaning Passes

The IBM 35L2087 LTO Universal Cleaning Cartridge is a critical maintenance tool designed to clean and extend the lifespan of your LTO Ultrium tape drives. Supporting up to 50 cleaning passes, it offers universal compatibility with LTO-1 through LTO-7 systems, ensuring your backup hardware stays in peak condition for accurate and reliable data operations. 

Features :

Designed for routine tape drive maintenance, the IBM 35L2087 LTO Cleaning Cartridge is essential for businesses relying on LTO Ultrium backup systems. It works across multiple generations—from LTO-1 through LTO-7—making it a versatile solution for IT environments that use various tape formats for archiving or compliance. Each cartridge features a smart memory module that allows Ultrium drives to identify and track usage, ensuring precise compatibility and preventing overuse. By removing debris and contaminants from tape heads and drive components, the cartridge helps minimize read/write errors, supports uninterrupted operations, and reduces the risk of costly drive failures

Advanced Options :

IBM emphasizes the use of genuine IBM-branded cleaning cartridges like the 35L2087 for their Ultrium tape drives. These cartridges are engineered to match the tape path geometry and material specifications of IBM systems, avoiding the mechanical mismatches that can occur with third-party cleaning media. Whether deployed in standalone drives or automated tape libraries, the IBM 35L2087 enables IT teams to maintain consistent backup performance and extend the life of their valuable storage assets.