Sonnet SF3 Series Professional Dual-Slot RED MINI-MAG Pro Thunderbolt 3 Card Reader

Why choose the SF3 Series Professional Dual-Slot RED MINI-MAG Pro Thunderbolt 3 Card Reader for your high-resolution content creation needs Designed for professionals in photography and videography, this card reader is the epitome of efficiency and reliability. When working with RED cameras, your footage is often recorded onto RED MINI-MAG media, renowned for their exceptional quality and robustness. As the industry shifts towards 8K resolution and higher frame rates, the volume of data increases exponentially, necessitating a powerful tool to expedite the offloading process from multiple cards. The SF3 Series card reader rises to the challenge.

Crafted with a professional-grade, durable aluminum enclosure, this card reader ensures dependable operation in any environment, whether on location or in the post-production suite. Its compact and stackable design not only saves valuable workspace but also allows for seamless integration into your existing setup. The dual-slot configuration enables you to ingest content from two RED MINI-MAG cards simultaneously at speeds of up to 1060 MB/s, more than doubling the average transfer rate of other card readers and slashing your data transfer times in half.

The SF3 Series card reader boasts a 40Gbps Thunderbolt 3 interface, complete with two ports for maximum connectivity. The primary port connects to your Mac, Windows, or Linux computer, while the second port allows for daisy-chaining up to five additional Thunderbolt peripheral devices, including more SF3 Series card readers. This daisy-chaining capability harnesses the full potential of Thunderbolt 3's 2750 MB/s bandwidth, enabling you to ingest data from multiple cards at once, significantly reducing the time spent on data transfers.

For those working with a multi-camera setup or in confined spaces, the SF3 Series card reader's dimensions (5.75 inches wide by 1.4 inches high by 6.1 inches deep) make it an ideal choice. The reader's thoughtful design includes threaded mount points for secure attachment side-by-side on a rack tray, occupying just 1U of rack space.

The SF3 Series card reader is not only forward-thinking with its Thunderbolt 3 technology but also backward compatible with Thunderbolt 2 and Thunderbolt Macs when used with the appropriate Apple adapters and cables (sold separately). This ensures a seamless transition for professionals upgrading their equipment over time.

Included with the card reader are a 0.5-meter Thunderbolt 3 cable and the ThunderLok 3 connector retainer clip, which prevents accidental cable disconnections that could lead to data loss. The ThunderLok 3's innovative design keeps it attached to the cable, so it's always there when you need it.

In summary, the SF3 Series Professional Dual-Slot RED MINI-MAG Pro Thunderbolt 3 Card Reader is a fast, reliable, and high-quality solution for professionals who demand the best in data transfer efficiency. Its compact, rugged design and the ability to transfer data at lightning speeds make it the preferred choice for those who value performance and durability in their digital imaging workflow.