{"title":"Hard Drive Degaussers","description":"\u003cp\u003eA degausser is used to de-magnetize a hard drive and therefore erase the data on it.  A Degausser is an NSA approved method of data erasure for hard drives. It is recommended that after using a degausser, a drive destroyer device is used to complete the secure data destruction. As a leading manufacturer of degausser products, we engineer our machines to take care of wiped hard drives fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of our clients have particular security standards they need to adhere to using a degausser. Below, you’ll notice our NSA listed models and DoD approved degausser products. We also feature a portable hard drive degausser, the 1100 wand.  A hard drive degausser can provide a serious solution to an incredibly important business and regulatory problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs degaussing hard drives does not depend on applications, a degausser will also completely and permanently erase failed or faulty hard drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the advantages of degaussing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHard drive degaussing is cost effective.  With a degausser, you keep complete control of your sensitive information constantly.  There is no need to pass your data to third parties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA degausser kills data stored on magnetic media such as tape, disks, reels, cassettes and hard drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnetic media has a coating of iron oxide or chromium dioxide which sits on the tape or or on its circular platter.  The data are orientated to a set of “lines”, which make up the recording or information.  Degaussers flatten those lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe World Health Organization say that current evidence doesn’t confirm the existence of any health consequences from strong EMP.  But, all Proton degaussers are intended to fall within the recommended guidelines issued by the National Radiological Protection Board (NRPB).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, our most popular degaussers have all been designed to restrict operator participation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow does a Hard Drive degausser work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA degausser operates by generating an intense magnetic field, so strong that it permanently eliminates the magnetic memory stored in the iron oxide or chromium dioxide coatings.  This randomizes the recorded information pattern.  A degausser releases magnetism stored in its internal capacitors.  A degausser capacitor is a device for storing electrical potential energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy changing the magnetic field on the tape or hard drive using a degausser, the information stored on it can effectively be destroyed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA degausser makes hard drive destruction a complete, quick, silent and easy process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard drive components can be fully recycled once run through a degausser.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA degausser can release more than 1 Tesla of stored energy in less than a second.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA degausser can destroy a hard drive as quickly as every three seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA degausser often has a very small footprint for such a powerful machine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA degausser is most effective when used in combination with a hard drive crusher or a hard drive shredder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA degausser is recommended for use in the destruction of hard drives by the National Security Agency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey tape, magnetic tapes and any other type of magnetic data storage can all be wiped with a degausser.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid state electronics cannot be cleaned with a degausser.Interested in a degausser?  Give us a call on 888-881-9000 and we’ll talk about which degausser is right for you, and if you have the requirement, which of our NSA listed degaussers is the right choice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"proton-t-1-hard-drive-degausser","title":"Proton T-1 Hard Drive Degausser","description":"\u003ch2\u003eT-1 Hard Drive Degaussing Machine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Proton T-1 is a drawer style hard drive degausser that produces 1 Tesla (10,000 Gauss) minimum magnetic field per cycle. At only 20 seconds per cycle, it is the fastest operating degausser of its kind currently available. In addition to the quick cycle time, operation of the unit is simple. Just insert the media into the drawer and push the start button.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LCD screen on the front of the machine shows the operator a progress bar of the degaussing stage while in operation, and a “Successful” notification with accurate Gauss and Tesla ratings once the cycle has been completed. With universal voltage, the unit will work anywhere in the world, with no need to specify the motor. It meets US Department of Defense (DoD) and Defense Security Services (DSS) requirements for sanitizing unclassified data. 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It has an effective magnetic field of 1.5 Tesla, making it capable of sanitizing the highest coercivity media available today and it will continue to keep pace as hard drive technology advances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe T-1.5 is fully automatic and has a cycle time of less than 5 seconds, making it the fastest electromagnetic pulse degausser available. Operation is simple, just insert media into the drawer and push the start button. Internal software acts as a built in safeguard, requiring that all parameters (capacitor voltage, switch, etc.) are present prior to the “Go” LED display. If any problem exists that will compromise degaussing, the “Go” LED will not display. This software guarantees that each degauss cycle delivers sufficient strength and peak performance. \u003cstrong\u003eThe T-1.5 is extremely compact and portable which allows it to fit easily into existing operations and be transported when necessary.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Proton Data Security","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41773741375575,"sku":"PROT-1.5","price":5999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/1369\/9159\/files\/t-1.5-closed.jpg?v=1750346365"},{"product_id":"proton-t-4-hard-drive-degausser","title":"Proton T-4 Hard Drive Degausser","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProton T-4 Degaussing Machine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Proton T-4 Hard Drive Degausser produces a bi-directional field which provides a 20,000 Gauss positive field and a 20,000 Gauss Negative field. The T-4 achieves this by using a unique, patented “Reverse Polarity”. Other degaussers may have either a positive or negative pulse, but only one. The T-4 has both and it is fully automatic. This ensures complete and permanent erasure of your data and will protect your sensitive information for years to come. The T-4 now has a LCD screen and internal Gaussmeter for performance verification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis new feature guarantees that your hard drive degausser is performing to NSA standards every time and eliminates the requirement of separate instruments to check field strength and\/or re-certification programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 Volt Battery Operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended Warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMobility Cart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeployment Case with wheels – Custom rugged design allows the T-4 to operate while still in case and be easily transported when necessary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Proton Data Security","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41773837418583,"sku":"PROT-4","price":17758.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/1369\/9159\/files\/aspect-ratio-t4-blue_png.webp?v=1750352842"},{"product_id":"proton-t-5-hard-drive-degausser","title":"Proton T-5 Hard Drive Degausser","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProton T-5 Degaussing Machine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProton’s newest NSA evaluated and listed DEGAUSSER erases hard drives and other magnetic media in 20 seconds or less! It produces a magnetic field of at least 20,000 Gauss (2 Tesla) per cycle and is APPROVED to handle Top Secret\/Classified data. For performance verification, its internal Gaussmeter guarantees every cycle meets NSA specifications. 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The magnetic information remains in the media after conventional erasing techniques and reformatting procedures. 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