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Small rectangular USB flash drive in light green recycled plastic with a built-in keyring loop

SanDisk

SanDisk SDCZ96-512G-G46 Ultra Eco 512GB USB 3.2 Gen 1 flash drive

SKU CH-FCER-Q0T21 MPN SDCZ96-512G-G46

A 512GB USB 3.2 Gen 1 flash drive made with over 70% recycled plastic and offering read speeds up to 100MB/s

  • Total capacity512 GB
  • USB standardUSB 3.2 Gen 1
  • Max read speedup to 100 MB/s

Capacity 512GB

  • 512GB capacity stores large media libraries
  • up to 100MB/s read speed moves files quickly
  • over 70% recycled plastic reduces environmental impact
  • manufacturing cuts CO2 emissions, water and energy use by over 50%
  • RescuePro Deluxe software helps recover deleted files

512 GB USB 3.2 Gen 1 flash drive

The SanDisk Ultra Eco is a 512 GB USB 3.2 Gen 1 flash drive designed for everyday file storage and transfer. Its casing uses over 70% recycled plastic and the manufacturing process saves over 50% in CO2 emissions, fresh water and energy. A built-in keyring loop keeps the compact drive attached to a bag or keys. RescuePro Deluxe data recovery software is available for download to help restore accidentally deleted files.

Users wanting fast portable storage

This drive suits people who need 512 GB of capacity and read speeds up to 100MB/s for documents, photos and videos. It works with any device that supports USB 3.2 Gen 1 or earlier USB standards. Buyers who require write speeds higher than the USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface typically delivers, or who need hardware encryption or ruggedised waterproofing, should consider other options. The single Type-A connector also means a separate adapter is necessary for USB-C only ports.

Read speed up to 100MB/s over USB 3.2 Gen 1

The headline specification is a maximum read speed of 100MB/s via the USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface. This figure determines how quickly large files can be copied from the drive to a host system. Actual performance varies with the host controller, file sizes and system workload. The 512 GB capacity provides the total addressable space for user data.

How it compares

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Price $48.99
Pricier than about 63% of the 1,099 comparable items (median $31.99).
Total capacity 512 GB
Higher than about 90% of the 746 comparable items (median 64 GB).
Price per TB $95.68 per TB
Cheaper than about 93% of the 600 comparable items (median $226.48 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSanDisk
Product lineUltra Eco
Model nameSDCZ96-512G-G46
Total capacity512 GB
Performance
Max read speedup to 100 MB/s
Ports & slots
USB standardUSB 3.2 Gen 1
Size & build
Shipping weight0.02 kg
Package size157 × 102 × 9 mm

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Questions about this item

Does the Ultra Eco 512GB drive need a USB 3.2 Gen 1 port to reach 100MB/s?

It works in any USB‑A socket, but the 100MB/s read speed requires a USB 3.2 Gen 1 or newer port; older USB 2.0 ports will run slower.

What is the easiest way to get the RescuePro Deluxe software onto the drive?

Download the installer from the SanDisk website, run it on your PC, and follow the prompts — the licence is tied to the drive’s serial number.

How do I replace the drive if the recycled-plastic casing cracks?

The casing is not user-serviceable; if it physically fails, contact SanDisk support for a warranty replacement of the complete unit.

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