What it is
The Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 50 is a 16GB encrypted USB flash drive offering hardware-based AES-256 encryption and certified FIPS 197 compliance. It connects via USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A with read speeds up to 180MB/s and write speeds around 250MB/s.
Who it's for
Designed for users needing secure USB storage for confidential data that requires strong encryption and compliance with security standards.
Why it's good
Hardware encryption reduces risk of data breaches, and FIPS certification ensures it meets government-grade security requirements. The drive's USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface provides decent performance while maintaining security.
When to choose it
Choose this device when data security is a priority and when you need a moderate capacity encrypted flash drive compatible with USB Type-A ports.
Specifications
| Memory | |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 16 GB |
| Write speed | 180 MB/s |
| Read speed | 250 MB/s |
| Form factor | Cap |
| Performance | |
| Device interface | USB Type-A |
| USB version | 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) |
| Capacity | 16 GB |
| Write speed | 180 MB/s |
| Read speed | 250 MB/s |
| Compatible operating systems | Windows 11, 10, macOS 12.x – 15.x |
| PIN-secured access | Yes |
| Password protection | Yes |
| Write protection switch | Yes |
| Security algorithms | 256-bit AES-XTS, FIPS 197 |
| Hardware encryption | Yes |
| Design | |
| International Protection (IP) code | IPX8 |
| Waterproof up to | 1.2 m |
| Key ring | Yes |
| Product colour | Black, Blue |
| Protection features | Waterproof |
| Certification | FIPS 197 |
| Form factor | Cap |
| Security | |
| PIN-secured access | Yes |
| Password protection | Yes |
| Write protection switch | Yes |
| Security algorithms | 256-bit AES-XTS, FIPS 197 |
| Hardware encryption | Yes |
| Read-only function | Yes |
| User and admin roles | Yes |
| Brute-force attack defence | Yes |
| Management features | Password reset |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Width | 21.9 mm |
| Weight | 15 g |
| Height | 12 mm |
| Depth | 77.9 mm |
| Package depth | 12.9 mm |
| Package width | 129.5 mm |
| Package height | 184.2 mm |
| Package weight | 35.02 g |
| Packaging data | |
| Package depth | 12.9 mm |
| Package width | 129.5 mm |
| Package type | Blister |
| Package height | 184.2 mm |
| Package weight | 35.02 g |
| Packaging content | |
| Quantity per pack | 1 pc(s) |
| Technical details | |
| USB version | 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) |
| Key ring | Yes |
| Product colour | Black, Blue |
| Protection features | Waterproof |
| Country of origin | China, Taiwan |
| Compatible operating systems | Windows 11, 10, macOS 12.x – 15.x |
| Certification | FIPS 197 |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84717070 |
| Operational conditions | |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 50 °C |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 85 °C |
| Other features | |
| Country of origin | China, Taiwan |
| Compatible operating systems | Windows 11, 10, macOS 12.x – 15.x |
| Logistics data | |
| Products per master (outer) case | 8 pc(s) |
| Master (outer) case width | 135.9 mm |
| Master (outer) case length | 203.2 mm |
| Master (outer) case height | 69.8 mm |
| Master (outer) case gross weight | 358.34 g |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84717070 |
Contact Creative Systems to confirm this encrypted drive suits your security needs and device compatibility.