
Tandberg Data
Product Specifications
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Tandberg SLR Reference Manual
3.5. Product Reliability
The predicted reliability of the Drive is expressed in two parts that will cover the expected
random Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) for the electronics based on the Power On
Hours (POH) and the Mean Time to Failure (MTTF) for the mechanical parts based on the
POH
and
the Duty Cycle.
3.5.1. Electronics MTBF
Predicted, Actual
“Mature” MTBF
> 300 000 POH
Important Notice!
The MTBF value is dependent of correct handling (f. ex.: ESD protective measures are used),
installation and use of the Drive by the system installer/designer.
3.5.2. Mechanics MTTF
The failure rate for these parts is related to how often the Drive is actually used. In the case of
the most critical components which are the head and the capstan motor, the reliability is
specified as the Mean Time to Failure (MTTF) based on the POH and the Duty Cycle. The
MTTF-values are not accumulative as the wear takes place in parallel.
Capstan Motor
Life Time
> 10 000 Run Hours (see NOTE)
NOTE:
Streaming operation, NOT extensive start/stop operations.
Cartridge
Load/Eject
> 30 000 load/ejects
Tandberg SLR7 is specified for > 10 000 load/ejects
3.5.3. Useful Life Cycle
This is the period during which the Drive is serviceable either by adjustment or replacement of
defective parts. In the case of the mechanical parts, replacements must be expected as soon
as the life-time is approached (see 3.5.2). This will depend on the actual usage of the Drive in
each case.
Useful Life Cycle
> 10 years