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Small rectangular USB flash drive with matte dark casing and standard Type A connector

IRONKEY

IRONKEY DL GO 16GB USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A Flash Drive

SKU CH-PNMT-5C21A

Hardware-encrypted 16 GB flash drive with IP68 waterproof rating and FIPS 197 validation

  • Hardware-encrypted storage protects data with FIPS 197 validated AES
  • IP68 rating keeps the drive sealed against dust and water immersion
  • Serial-number match inside and out enables quick inventory audits
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface delivers fast transfers on 3.0 and 3.1 ports
  • Meets FCC, CE, KCC and NIST 800-88 sanitisation standards

Encrypted 16 GB USB 3.2 Drive

The IRONKEY DL GO is a 16 GB USB flash drive with hardware encryption validated to FIPS 197. It connects through a USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type‑A interface and is also compatible with USB 3.0 and USB 3.1 hosts. The casing carries an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance. Internal and external serial numbers match for supply‑chain verification.

Compliance‑focused users, not high‑capacity seekers

This drive suits organisations that require certified encryption and rugged construction for sensitive data transport. Buyers who need more storage capacity or who do not require FIPS‑validated security should consider other options.

FIPS 197 hardware encryption

The defining specification is FIPS 197‑validated AES encryption performed in hardware. This certification decides whether the drive meets mandatory data‑protection policies for regulated environments.

How it compares

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Price $43.99
Pricier than about 61% of the 1,099 comparable items (median $31.99).

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Specifications

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Brand nameDataLocker

Questions about this item

How hot or noisy does the DataLocker DL GO drive get during continuous all-day use?

The IP68-rated metal enclosure has no moving parts, so it runs silently and stays at ambient temperature even under sustained read and write workloads.

What host connector must my computer provide for the USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A plug to work?

Any standard USB Type-A port — USB 3.0, USB 3.1 or USB 2.0 — will power and communicate with the drive without extra adapters or drivers.

Will the FIPS 197 encryption and NIST 800-88 wipe function operate on a PC that only has USB 2.0 ports?

Yes, the hardware AES engine and sanitisation commands are handled inside the drive itself, so they remain fully functional at USB 2.0 speeds.

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