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Tiny metal USB flash drive with key loop, 256GB

Kingston Technology Corp.

Kingston Technology Corp. DTMC3G2256GB 256GB USB flash drive

SKU CH-TXJX-48PRA MPN DTMC3G2256GB

Ultra-compact 256 GB USB 3.2 Gen 1 metal drive with a low-profile design and built-in key loop for plug-and-stay convenience

  • Total capacity256 GB
  • 256 GB capacity stores extensive files and media
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface enables fast data transfers
  • Ultra-small metal casing resists daily wear and tear
  • Low-profile plug-and-stay design stays unobtrusive in ports
  • Built-in key loop keeps the drive secure on a keychain

Compact high-capacity storage

The Kingston DataTraveler Micro DTMC3G2256GB provides 256GB of portable storage in a metal USB flash drive. Its ultra-small, low-profile design suits professionals and enthusiasts who need ample space for large files, high-resolution photos and HD videos while moving between workstations or travelling.

Plug-and-stay thermal profile

The drive’s metal casing acts as a passive heat spreader during sustained transfers over USB 3.2 Gen 1. With no moving parts and a lightweight, enclosed form factor, it runs silently and draws power only from the host port, adding negligible load to laptops, desktops or consoles during normal use.

Key-loop portability for permanent ports

A built-in key loop lets the drive stay attached to a keychain, so it is always ready for the USB-A port on a computer, printer or gaming console. The low-profile casing clears adjacent ports and does not block neighbouring sockets, freeing up desk space and eliminating the need to remove the drive between sessions.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in USB Thumb Drives, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $22.99
Cheaper than about 65% of the 1,099 comparable items (median $31.99).
Total capacity 256 GB
Higher than about 80% of the 746 comparable items (median 64 GB).
Price per TB $89.80 per TB
Cheaper than about 94% of the 600 comparable items (median $226.48 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameKingston
Total capacity256 GB
Size & build
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size114 × 102 × 6 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install the DataTraveler Micro DTMC3G2 256GB USB 3.2 Gen 1 drive and what step do people often miss?

Insert the metal drive into a USB-A port; the low-profile casing lets it stay plugged in without blocking adjacent ports. The step users miss is attaching the built-in key loop to a keychain so the tiny drive is not lost when removed.

What maintenance or replacement will the Kingston DataTraveler Micro 256GB flash drive need over time?

No scheduled maintenance is required. The solid-state memory has no moving parts. Replace the drive only if the USB connector wears out or the metal casing suffers physical damage that prevents insertion.

What limit appears first on the DTMC3G2256GB when writing large files continuously?

Sustained write speed will throttle once the internal controller reaches its thermal limit inside the compact metal body, slowing transfer rates until the drive cools.

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