WD WD180PURZ Purple 3.5" Hard Drive for Surveillance Cameras, 18TB, SATA 6Gb/s
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Key Features
- Built for 24/7 surveillance: engineered to minimize downtime and keep NVRs recording reliably around the clock
- Massive 18TB capacity: store weeks of 4K footage, millions of images or archive long-term video for investigations and analytics
- Optimized performance: SATA 6Gb/s interface and 256MB cache deliver responsive video playback and fast evidence retrieval
- Proven HelioSeal technology: lower power consumption and enhanced reliability for dense storage environments and deep learning workloads
- Deployment-ready: RoHS compliant, 3-year limited warranty and form factor compatibility for easy integration into DVR/NVR systems
Quick Specifications
- Product Model
- WD180PURZ
- Brand Name
- Western Digital
- Product Line
- Purple
- Product Name
- Purple 18TB Surveillance Hard Drive
Product Information Tabs
Overview
Keep your surveillance system recording and searchable with the Western Digital WD180PURZ Purple 3.5-inch hard drive — purpose-built for security and monitoring applications. This WD Purple 18TB drive gives installers and security teams the high-capacity, reliable storage needed for continuous 24/7 recording of 4K cameras and large-scale deployments. With a SATA 6Gb/s interface and a 256MB cache buffer, the drive supports smooth video streaming, fast event retrieval and playback when you need to review footage or feed deep learning analytics. HelioSeal technology reduces power and raises drive density, helping lower total cost of ownership in multi-drive NVR arrays. Designed for network video recorders and professional surveillance systems, the WD180PURZ balances capacity and endurance while maintaining compatibility with common security platforms. Backed by Western Digital quality and a 3-year limited warranty, it’s an ideal choice for installers, IT managers and security integrators who need dependable storage for monitoring, forensic review and long-term retention. Add WD Purple 18TB to your next NVR build or upgrade to scale storage and secure critical video evidence today.
Features
- Built for 24/7 surveillance: engineered to minimize downtime and keep NVRs recording reliably around the clock
- Massive 18TB capacity: store weeks of 4K footage, millions of images or archive long-term video for investigations and analytics
- Optimized performance: SATA 6Gb/s interface and 256MB cache deliver responsive video playback and fast evidence retrieval
- Proven HelioSeal technology: lower power consumption and enhanced reliability for dense storage environments and deep learning workloads
- Deployment-ready: RoHS compliant, 3-year limited warranty and form factor compatibility for easy integration into DVR/NVR systems
| General Information | |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | Western Digital |
| Manufacturer | Western Digital Corporation |
| Product Line | Purple |
| Product Name | Purple 18TB Surveillance Hard Drive |
| Product Type | Hard Drive |
| Product Model | WD180PURZ |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WD180PURZ |
| Technical Information | |
| Device Supported | Network Video Recorder |
| Storage Capacity | 18TB |
| Drive Performance | |
| Buffer | 256MB |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Drive Interface | SATA |
| Drive Interface Standard | SATA/600 |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color | Purple |
| Depth | 5.8" |
| Width | 4" |
| Height | 1" |
| Weight | 1.43 lb |
| Durability | Tarnish Resistant |
| Form Factor | 3.5" |
| Product Information | |
| Drive Type | Internal |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 3-Year |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Certification | RoHS |