How long does an LTO cleaning tape last?

I get nervous at around 40 uses. Edit/Update: Confirmed the label of a Quantum Cleaning Tape says maximum uses is 50. Tandberg and Fujifilm LTOs do not have their cleaning tapes marked accordingly with any recommendations on usage.

How do I clean my IBM tape drive?

To clean the LTO tape drive, complete the following steps:

1. Make sure that the power is on to the LTO tape drive.
2. If a tape cartridge is in the tape drive, eject, and remove the cartridge.
3. Grasp the cleaning cartridge by the outer edges, with the label end out and the write protect switch to the left.

When should I clean my tape drive?

For quarter-inch tape drives, you should clean the head after every 8 hours of tape movement when using IBM tape cartridges. Other tape media might require cleaning more frequently. Clean the head on DAT tape drives after every 8 hours of tape movement when using IBM tape cartridges.

Which LTO tapes can be used on Ultrium tapes?

For use on all LTO Ultrium 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 Tape Drives. LTO Universal cleaning tapes are equipped with a computer memory chip (just like the data tape).

How do you clean LTO Ultrium tape drives?

Cleaning LTO Ultrium tape drives All IBM® Ultrium tape drives have an integrated cleaning device which brushes the head when loading and unloading a cartridge. Along with this, each drive has a cleaning procedure using a special

How many cleanings can I get from my LTO Ultrium cartridge?

Compatible with LTO Ultrium drives, Equipped with a computer memory chip, 50 cleanings per cartridge max. For use on all LTO Ultrium 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 Tape Drives.

How often should I Clean my Ultrium tape device?

Note: LTO Ultrium cleaning cartridges need to be replaced after 50 uses. The only time you must clean your Ultrium tape drive is when the tape drive alerts you to clean it. The following table shows cleaning cartridges for Ultrium tape devices.