Lexar Professional Workflow 6-Bay Docking Station, Workflow Portable SSD, Workflow Reader Modules, and CFexpress 4.0 Cards

Lexar Co. Ltd. announced the Professional Workflow 6-Bay docking station, the Professional Workflow portable SSD, the Professional Workflow dual-slot SD UHS-II card reader, the Professional Workflow SD/microSD UHS-II card reader, the Professional Workflow CFexpress 4.0 Type B card reader, and the Professional Workflow CFexpress 4.0 Type A card reader.

For photographers, videographers, production teams, and media professionals in the studio, the Professional Workflow 6-Bay Docking Station provides convenience and performance.

It lets users build a customized workflow solution that best suits their needs by adding different modules. From portable SSDs that allow the user to simultaneously back up to multiple drives at once to a variety of card readers that offload images and footage fast, the Professional Workflow 6-Bay Docking Station maximizes productivity and simplifies logistics. Equipped with Thunderbolt 4 connectivity to deliver amazing 40Gb/s speed, Workflow also supports 8K display to supported monitors and features a meticulous design that offers heat-dissipating, scratch-resistant aluminum housing, airflow channels, extra USB-C and USB-A ports, and a built-in fan to maintain maximum performance.

The readers are designed to work with the Workflow docking station and offer performance that make them a must-have even when not using the dock.

Professional Workflow Dual-Slot SD UHS-II card reader

The Professional Workflow Dual-Slot SD UHS-II card reader and the Professional Workflow SD/microSD UHS-II Card Reader both allow users to offload 2 cards simultaneously and deliver transfer speeds up to 312MB/s. ^(*) The CFexpress 4.0 Type A reader delivers read speeds up to 1,800MB/s and write speeds up to 1,650MB/s ^(*) for maximized efficiency and is backwards-compatible with CFexpress 2.0 Type A cards. The CFexpress 4.0 Type B reader supports speeds up to 40Gb/s ^(*) and is backwards-compatible with CFexpress 2.0 Type B cards.

Professional Workflow Portable SSD

The Professional Workflow Portable SSD provides rugged, durable performance for the professional workflow. With max RW speeds of 2,000MB/s it accelerates post-production processes to help users maximize their efficiency. Its IP68 rating ^(**) signifies that it offers the highest level of protection vs. water and dust, while it’s Thermal Control Design ensures the drive stays cool even at top speeds.

“Our Professional Workflow series of products provide exceptional convenience paired with powerful performance to help creative professionals customize a workflow system that suits their post-production needs and can help them maximize their efficiency,” said Joey Lopez, director, marketing.

The CFexpress 4.0 Type B Diamond card leverages PCIe 4.0 technology to capture stunning, cinema-quality 8K RAW video with max read speeds of 3,700MB/s, max write speeds of 3,400MB/s, and sustained write speeds of 3,200MB/s to expedite post-production. ^(*) It is measured against 8-point protection testing to ensure it is temperature-proof, vibration-resistant, 12,000x wear-out resistant, dust-proof (IP5X), 5m drop-proof, shock-resistant, 7x more compression-resistant than SD cards, and bend-resistant. ^(***)The CFexpress 4.0 Type A Gold card delivers PCIe 4.0 performance of 1,800MB/s max read and 1,650MB/s max write ^(*) speeds. Users can shoot cinema-quality video with no dropped frames thanks to sustained write speeds up to 1,400MB/s ^(*) and optimize their workflow by pairing it with the Lexar Professional Workflow CFexpress 4.0 Type A card reader (sold separately).

The CFexpress 4.0 Type B Gold card offers users 3,600MB/s max read and 3,300MB/s max write ^(*) and sustained write speeds of 3,000MB/s ^(*) allow them to shoot cinema-quality video with no dropped frames.

“Our CFexpress 4.0 Cards not only have exceptional performance that gives photographers and videographers more creative freedom, but they also greatly accelerate post-production to help professionals maximize their efficiency,” said Sherry Chiang, product marketing manager.

Availability:

• The Workflow products will be available starting in early November.
• The CFexpress 4.0 cards are available.

CFexpress 4.0 cards

• CFexpress 4.0 Type B DIAMOND Card (1TB) $999.99
• CFexpress 4.0 Type B Gold Card (1TB) $449.99
• CFexpress 4.0 Type A Gold Card (1TB) $649.99

Professional Workflow Series

• Professional Workflow 6-Bay Docking Station $599.99
• Professional Workflow Portable SSD (4TB) $499.99
• Professional Workflow Portable SSD (2TB) $299.99
• Professional Workflow Dual-Slot SD UHS-II Card Reader $49.99
• Professional Workflow SD/microSD UHS-II Card Reader $49.99
• Professional Workflow CFexpress 4.0 Type B Card Reader $99.99
• Professional Workflow CFexpress 4.0 Type A Card Reader $99.99

^(*) Speeds based on internal testing. Performance may vary depending on host device, interface, usage conditions, and other factors.
^(**) Rated as IP68 and 5-meter anti-drop based on internal testing conducted under controlled conditions. Actual water, dust, and drop resistance capabilities may vary. Damage caused by liquid, dust, and drops is not covered under warranty.
^(***) Temperature-Proof: Operation -12°to 72°C, Storage -25°C to 85°C , Vibration Resistant: 10~2,000Hz , Wear-out resistance: up to 12,000x of plugging and unplugging, IP5X Dust-Proof, 5-meter drop-proof , Shock resistant: 1,500G shock , 70N compression resistance