Degausser DG.02

Hardware based data erasure solution

Degausser DG.02 (Hardware eraser) is used to erase non-operational storage units, as well as removable magnetic media such as tapes and ZIP drives. The degausser erases media by applying a strong magnetic field. This destroys all information recorded on the unit, including calibration and servo information. Any media erased with the degausser will be destroyed together with the information on it.

To produce a magnetic field, the degausser use an electromagnet, which produces a magnetic field by passing current through a coil. To provide the large current necessary the degausser is equipped with a bank of sealed lead-acid batteries. The benefits of using DC-current like DG.02 though the coil instead of using AC-current are:

• • The user do not need to hold the media fixed into the magnetic field
  • The user do not need to use gloves for protecting the heat from the media when it is degaussed
  • The user do not need to be exposed for the magnetic field when using a remote control
  • Higher capacity, less than 4 seconds for erasing a hard drive
  • Higher current gives higher magnetic field

• Features and Specifications

  • Microprocessor controlled
  • Remote controlled
  • Detection of insufficient magnetic field strength
  • Detection of over temperature condition
  • Detection of low battery condition
  • Build-in self diagnose system
  • Field strength: 11500 gauss (with full charged batteries)
  • Usage counter
  • Power Consumption 10 A (220 V, 50Hz)
  • Battery 3 x (12 V, 65 Ah)
  • Weight 150 Kg
  • Dimensions L x W x H: 600 x 640 x 800 mm
  • US Department of Defense (DoD) 5220.22M standard compliance