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SanDisk

SanDisk Ultra Flair 16GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive SDCZ73-016G-G46

SKU CH-44XE-BAM72 MPN SDCZ73-016G-G46

A 16GB USB 3.0 flash drive with up to 130MB/s read speed, metal casing, 128-bit AES encryption and SanDisk SecureAccess software

  • Total capacity16 GB
  • USB standardUSB 3.0
  • USB port typesType A
  • Max read speedup to 130 MB/s
  • Security features128bit AES Encryption
  • Key featuresTransfer a full-length movie in less than 30 seconds Secure

Capacity 16GB

  • 16GB capacity stores documents and media
  • up to 130MB/s read speed transfers a full-length movie in less than 30 seconds
  • USB 3.0 interface moves files faster than standard USB 2.0 drives
  • 128bit AES encryption with SecureAccess software protects sensitive data
  • metal casing resists daily wear and tear

What the drive is and who it suits

The SanDisk Ultra Flair SDCZ73-016G-G46 is a 16GB USB 3.0 flash drive with a Type A connector. It delivers read speeds up to 130MB/s inside a sleek metal casing. The compact form factor makes it a practical choice for students or office workers who need quick, portable storage for everyday documents and media files.

What the bundled software adds

Included SanDisk SecureAccess software provides 128bit AES encryption and password protection for sensitive files. A one-year subscription to RescuePRO software helps recover lost or corrupted data. These tools add a layer of security and recovery assurance that basic drives without bundled software do not offer.

What to verify before ordering

Ensure your device has an available USB Type A port to accept the connector. The drive operates on the USB 3.0 specification and is backward compatible with USB 2.0 ports, though transfer rates will be limited to the slower standard. Confirm that 16GB capacity meets your storage requirements before purchase.

How it compares

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

Price $6.99
Cheaper than about 96% of the 1,099 comparable items (median $31.99).
Total capacity 16 GB
Lower than about 90% of the 746 comparable items (median 64 GB).
Price per GB $0.44 per GB
Cheaper than about 96% of the 146 comparable items (median $1.88 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSanDisk
Product lineUltra Flair
Model nameSDCZ73-016G-G46
Total capacity16 GB
Performance
Max read speedup to 130 MB/s
Ports & slots
USB standardUSB 3.0
USB port typesType A
Size & build
Product dimensions0.26 in × 0.52 in × 1.67 in
Product weight0.08 lb (0.04 kg)
Shipping weight0.02 kg
Package size151 × 99 × 8 mm
More details
Security features128bit AES Encryption

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Questions about this item

Does the metal casing on the Ultra Flair SDCZ73-016G-G46 need any special care to keep it working?

The metal casing is designed for durability and requires no special maintenance; just keep the USB Type A connector clean and cap it when not in use.

What stops the drive from sustaining its 130MB/s read speed during long transfers?

The 16GB capacity is the first limit; a full drive writes at USB 2.0 speeds once the cache fills, so sustained throughput drops well before thermal limits appear.

How warm does the SDCZ73-016G-G46 get and does it draw extra power when left plugged in all day?

The metal body stays barely warm during continuous reads and draws only standard USB 3.0 bus power with no measurable idle heat increase.

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