Maxell MF2HD 3.5 inch 1.44MB Micro Floppy Disk | IBM and PC Compatible | Double-Sided High Density | Self-Cleaning Liner
Key Features
- Maxell MF2HD 3.5 inch floppy disk - genuine Maxell brand.
- Model: MF2HD - Double-Sided, High Density (DS/HD); standard 3.5 inch microfloppy diskette format.
- Pre-formatted capacity: 1.44MB (IBM PC format) - ready for instant use, no additional formatting required.
- Density: High Density (HD) - 135 TPI, 80 tracks per side, double-sided magnetic media.
- Self-cleaning disk liner - cleans the disk surface during read/write cycles to reduce errors and extend media life.
- Dual interlocking flex shutter mechanism - additional protection against accidental shutter opening and dust ingress.
- Anti-mold media formulation - inhibits mold growth during long storage, suitable for tropical / high-humidity environments (Malaysia).
- Form factor: 3.5 inch rigid plastic shell with sliding metal shutter.
- Sold as single unit per listing.
Technical Specifications
| Brand |
Maxell |
| Condition |
New, Original |
| Stock Code |
OTH-FDD03 |
| Model |
MF2HD |
| Format Type |
2HD - Double-Sided, High Density (DS/HD) |
| Form Factor |
3.5 inch Micro Floppy Disk (rigid plastic shell with sliding metal shutter) |
| Formatted Capacity |
1.44 MB (IBM PC format) |
| Unformatted Capacity |
2.0 MB |
| Track Density |
135 TPI (Tracks Per Inch) |
| Tracks Per Side |
80 tracks |
| Sides |
Double-Sided |
| Sectors Per Track |
18 sectors (512 bytes per sector) |
| Transfer Rate |
500 Kbps |
| Disk Rotation Speed |
300 RPM |
| Media Type |
Magnetic - flexible mylar disk |
| Pre-Formatted |
Yes - IBM PC format (FAT12) |
| Special Features |
Self-cleaning liner / Dual interlocking flex shutter / Anti-mold media |
| Colors Available |
Assorted (subject to stock availability) |
| Sold As |
Single unit per listing |
Compatible Systems and Equipment
Legacy PC and Workstations:
- IBM PC, XT, AT and all IBM-compatible desktop PCs
- Windows 95 / 98 / ME / XP era desktops with built-in 3.5 inch floppy disk drive
- DOS-based and early Windows operating systems
Industrial and Specialty Equipment:
- CNC milling / turning machines with floppy-based control systems
- Embroidery machines (Brother, Tajima, Barudan, and similar brands)
- Medical equipment, oscilloscopes, and instruments with 3.5 inch FDD interface
- Sony Mavica digital cameras (FD71, FD75, FD83, FD88, FD91, FD97, etc.)
- Yamaha, Roland, Korg, and other music keyboards / synthesizers with built-in FDD
Storage and Backup Use:
- Archival use, data transfer to legacy systems, and backup of DOS/Windows 9x programs
Always verify that your device uses a standard 3.5 inch 1.44MB (DS/HD) floppy drive before purchasing. Some older equipment uses 720KB (DD) or 5.25 inch formats which are NOT compatible with this disk.
Package Contents
- 1x Maxell MF2HD 1.44MB 3.5 inch Floppy Disk (single unit)
Warranty
- 1-month replacement warranty
- Covers manufacturing defects (disk unreadable / unformattable on first use); physical damage or wear from use not covered.
Additional Notes
- This is a 3.5 inch High Density (HD) 1.44MB disk - NOT compatible with 720KB Double Density (DD) drives, nor with 5.25 inch drive formats. Confirm your drive specification before purchasing.
- IBM PC formatted (FAT12, 18 sectors/track, 80 tracks/side). Mac-formatted versions are NOT sold under this listing.
- All three brands (Sony, Imation, Maxell) share identical electrical and mechanical specifications - same DS/HD format, same 1.44MB capacity, same 135 TPI track density, same 3.5 inch form factor.
- Maxell self-cleaning liner technology actively cleans the disk surface during operation - helps maintain data reliability over repeated read/write cycles.
- Anti-mold media formulation makes Maxell MF2HD well-suited for tropical storage conditions such as Malaysia.
- Genuine Maxell product - not refurbished or aftermarket.