EXASCEND CFexpress 4.0 Type-A Essential Pro series 256GB
Compact CFexpress 4.0 Type‑A speed with outstanding thermal performance, stable high‑rate recording and professional reliability. Perfect for demanding Sony creators.
Compact CFexpress 4.0 Type‑A speed with outstanding thermal performance, stable high‑rate recording and professional reliability. Perfect for demanding Sony creators.
The EXASCEND Essential Pro CFexpress 4.0 Type‑A 256GB card delivers outstanding next‑generation performance in an ultra‑compact format designed for professional filmmakers and high‑speed photographers. Built on the PCIe Gen4 architecture, it provides the dramatically increased bandwidth needed for modern imaging, enabling lightning‑fast responsiveness and exceptionally smooth handling of high‑resolution content. With read speeds up to 1,800 MB/s and write speeds up to 1,650 MB/s, this card ensures seamless capture of demanding workflows, from rapid burst sequences to high‑bitrate 8K recording without stutter or frame loss.
Engineered to maintain flawless VPG400‑level sustained write performance, the 256GB Essential Pro Type‑A is crafted to reliably support uninterrupted capture even at elevated frame rates. Adaptive Thermal Control keeps the card cool under pressure, allowing long‑form shooting without thermal dips or compromised performance. Its optimized power efficiency reduces camera power draw, enabling longer recording sessions for on‑location or event‑based work.
Tailored for full compatibility with Sony Alpha and FX cameras, the card is built to meet the needs of creators working with compact camera bodies who still require uncompromising speed and dependability. Its durable construction ensures stability under harsh field conditions, while Exascend’s in‑house engineering guarantees data integrity and consistent write behavior across every shoot. The 256GB capacity strikes the perfect balance between storage efficiency and high‑performance capability, making it ideal for hybrid creators, documentary shooters and fast‑paced production environments.
| Form factor | CFexpress Type A |
|---|---|
| Interface | PCIe 4.0 (Supports NVMe 1.4) |
| Capacity / Part number | 1TB / EXPC4EA001TB 512GB / EXPC4EA512GB 256GB / EXPC4EA256GB |
| Flash type | 3D TLC |
| Input voltage | 3.3V ±5% |
| Power consumption | Active <2.8W; Idle <0.5W |
| Max. sequential read | 1,800 MB/s (1TB/512GB/256GB) |
| Max. sequential write | 1,650 MB/s (1TB/512GB/256GB) |
| Sustained read | 1,800 MB/s (1TB/512GB/256GB) |
| Sustained write | 1,650 MB/s (1TB) 850 MB/s (512GB/256GB) |
| Operational temperature | -12°C ~ 72°C |
| Storage temperature | -40°C ~ 85°C |
| Max. TBW | 600 TB (1TB) 300 TB (512GB) 150 TB (256GB) |
| MTBF | 2,000,000 hours |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime |
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