Sonnet SF3 Series - AJA Pak Media Thunderbolt Pro Card Reader

The Sonnet SF3 Series AJA Pak Media Thunderbolt Pro Card Reader is a high-performance, dual-slot card reader designed for professional workflows using AJA Pak Media. With Thunderbolt 3 connectivity, it delivers blazing-fast data transfer speeds up to 40 Gbps, enabling rapid offloading of footage from AJA Pak SSDs, Pak 512, Pak 1000, and Pak 2000 media. Its rugged aluminum enclosure ensures durability in the field or studio, while the fanless design guarantees silent operation. Bus-powered via Thunderbolt or optional 12V DC, this reader is ideal for on-location editing and post-production.

Advantages

Experience unmatched speed and reliability with the Sonnet SF3 Series AJA Pak Media Thunderbolt Pro Card Reader. Dual slots allow simultaneous media access, and Thunderbolt 3 daisy-chaining supports multiple devices. The compact, portable form factor fits seamlessly into any professional setup.

Suitable for

• Video editors and cinematographers using AJA Pak Media
• Post-production houses requiring fast media ingestion
• Field production teams needing rugged, portable storage solutions

Key specifications

• Host Interface: Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C)
• Number of Media Slots: 2
• Supported Media Types: AJA Pak Media (Pak 512, Pak 1000, Pak 2000, Pak SSD)
• Interface Data Transfer Rate: Up to 40 Gbps
• Media Read Speed: Up to 1000 MB/s (with AJA Pak SSD)
• Power Source: Bus-powered (Thunderbolt) or optional 12V DC adapter
• Operating System Compatibility: macOS 10.12.6+, Windows 10/11 64-bit
• Enclosure Material: Rugged Aluminum
• Daisy Chain Support: Yes, via additional Thunderbolt 3 port
• Thunderbolt Ports: 2x Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C)
• Power Delivery: Up to 15W to bus-powered devices
• Cooling: Fanless design
• Included Cable: 0.5-meter Thunderbolt 3 (40Gbps) cable
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 35°C (32°F to 95°F)
• Form Factor: Desktop / Portable

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use with AJA Pak SSD media and a Thunderbolt 3 host. The reader is bus-powered, but an optional 12V DC adapter (not included) can be used for additional power stability.