MicroSD Cards

Micro SD cards have been sold since 2006, and these small-form versions of their bigger brothers, SD cards, have helped electronic devices become smaller in size.

Micro SD cards are capable of storing large quantities of data—including tens of thousands of documents, images and songs as well as even hours of HD video—on a single card the size of a fingernail.

Just as with SD cards, when set to make a purchasing decision about micro SD cards, spend some time exploring options so you can buy the cards that are appropriate for your purpose.

For starters, it is important to recognize the purpose for these mini cards. This will help classify what class card you need in addition to the size and needed read write speeds. Note that not all micro sim cards come with adapters and plastic jewel cases. Be sure to add wallets and memory card readers to your order just in case.

Micro SD cards are unique in the fact that they are used in tons of electronic devices. You can use them in mobile phones and other android devices and in cameras like GoPros, audio recorders, and laptops and dslr cameras by utilizing adapters and card readers. When being used in an adapter micro SD cards can be used in any device normal size SD Cards would operate in. For reference Samsung micro SD cards and Sandisk micro SD cards are the more popular brands producing micro SD cards.

What Is a Micro SD Card?

A micro SD card, short for micro secure digital card, is an ultracompact, lightweight and removable flash memory card that offers high-capacity storage. Measuring just 15 millimeters by 11 millimeters by 1 millimeter and weighing only one-quarter gram, these storage solutions are used in computers and electronic devices such as cell phones, tablets and digital action cameras.

Micro SD cards are also used in computers, especially laptop computers, and digital video camcorders, digital cameras, digital picture frames, games consoles and MP3 players.

Top Micro SD Card Brands

Everything But Stromboli carries several top micro SD card brand names. We carry Delkin, Kingston, SanDisk and Samsung cards.

We sell products from top micro SD card brands individually and at special discounted wholesale prices.

Common Micro SD Card Sizes

One key thing to consider when checking out micro SD cards is drive capacity. Everything But Stromboli stocks small and large card sizes. We carry cards in capacities of 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB, 128 GB, 200 GB, 256 GB, 400 GB and 512 GB.

The most popular sizes of micro SD cards are 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB and 64 GB, although, in recent years, 128 GB and 256 GB sizes have grown in popularity. SanDisk Extreme and Extreme Pro A2 cards have proven to be popular selections because of improved read and write speeds. SanDisk’s 200 GB and 400 GB A1 class cards are the newest addition to Everything But Stromboli’s lineup.

Micro SD Card Specs: What Does Each Micro SD Card Terminology Indicate?

When researching micro SD cards, you’ll discover lots of micro SD card specs. To help you understand micro SD card terminology, the Everything But Stromboli team developed the following guide so you can key in on the product(s) you need.

It’s important to highlight that each brand, format, size and class of micro SD card is different. It’s recommended to stay within the range of sizes and speeds suitable for the lowest and maximum efficiency and outputs needed for your given purpose.

Micro SD card specs are similar to SD card specs. The main difference between these cards is that, if using an adapter, the adapter must also be of the sufficient class. Micro SD cards also have an additional class, represented by an “A.”

• SD Card: Secure Digital Card that is inserted into a device (laptop, game console, phone, camera, other SD reader or USB adapter).
• SDHC: Secure Digital High Capacity, which generally covers sizes between 4 GB and 32 GB.
• SDXC: Secure Digital eXtended Capacity, optimized for full HD recording and is compatible with only SDXC devices. The SDXC format is common for media devices.
• Class or series: The class is the rated classification for write speed of the card, or how fast information is uploaded and written onto the device. Cards have been made as Class 2, Class 4, Class 6 and Class 10 writing in at least 10MB/s.
• UHS: Ultra High Speed is another designation of write speed. A drive with a U1 symbol writes at 10 MB per second and a U3 writes at 30 MB per second.
• V: A “V” designation represents a video-oriented card with the video class speed of V6 (6 MB per second), V10 (10 MB per second), V30 (30 MB per second), V60 (60 MB per second) and V90 (90 MB per second). Video demands a specific write speed to record at a certain quality of video. The higher the quality of video, the higher the necessary write speed.

SanDisk produces popular micro SD cards for video recording. The company labels its card classes with the designations Ultra, Extreme and Extreme Pro. Each tier operates with higher read speeds than the previous tier and offers much faster write speeds. The Ultra is a step up from a normal card, the Extreme is better still, and the Extreme Pro performs the fastest read, write and transfer speeds.

The input and output operations per second, or IOPS, for micro SD cards is designated by the application speed class or the A symbol. Cards with the A2 designation are great for 4K video recordings.

• A1: Class 1. Minimum read speed of 1500 IOPS. Minimum write speed of 500 IOPS. 10 MB per second.
• A2: Class 2. Minimum read speed of 4000 IOPS. Minimum write speed of 2000 IOPS. 10 MB per second.

Bulk Micro SD Cards

When you purchase bulk micro SD cards, the larger your order size, the less you’ll pay per unit. By buying bulk micro SD cards, the prices per card become the most affordable compared with purchasing individually.

Many companies buy wholesale micro SD cards for use by their employees in business equipment as well as in packaging with electronic equipment such as media players.

Where Can I Buy Bulk Micro SD Cards?

Everything But Stromboli simplifies the process of buying bulk micro SD cards. You’ll also save a lot of money when you purchase wholesale micro SD cards through our website. Our cards are all high-quality products, and when purchasing in bulk, you’ll maximize your savings per card.

Although many shoppers look to Amazon or eBay to buy bulk micro SD cards, they soon discover that it’s a drawn-out process, often requiring negotiation. Many online stores require you to contact the dealer to check their inventory and discuss pricing. This is because large orders may not be their primary focus.

Everything but Stromboli has you covered. We focus on scale and bulk micro SD card pricing to streamline your purchase process. If you have questions, we’re happy to ensure you and your company receive the best product for your needs.

Here are some key factors to consider when buying bulk micro SD cards:

• Do you need a specific class or read or write speed?
• Are you looking for any particular brand card?
• What size storage does your need require?
• What quantity is required?

Keep in mind that your No. 1 intention should not be about buying merely the cheapest flash cards but finding and making sure these cards work optimally for your needs.

Everything But Stromboli ships to every state in the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii, as well as throughout Canada. For quotes on shipping estimates to other countries around the world, simply email or call us.

How to Remove Write Protection from Micro SD Card

A lot people want to know exactly how to remove write protection from a micro SD card because they’ve unwittingly locked themselves out of writing to the card.

The simplest solution is to unlock the memory card. If you’re using an adapter than converts a micro SD card to an SD card, make sure the lock switch on the left side of this adapter card is up, in the unlock position.