Convert Your CF Cards into an SSD
This adapter turns CF cards into a pretend SSD.
RAM and memory card manufacturer Walton Chaintech said on Tuesday that it has launched a new CF (CompactFlash) card converter. This device will allow consumers to use CF cards as an SSD, and serves as a capacity enhancement to HDDs already installed in the system. Called the Apogee SSD Converter, any CF card will fit within the 2.5-inch device, however the company naturally suggests that users install its new CF 606X high speed memory card for optimum performance.
Walton Chaintech said that the converter supports up to two CF cards using a Raid 0 and Raid 1 disk array. This obviously enables users to use both cards as one large storage device, or use one card as a mirrored drive. In addition to the high speed SATA II transfer interface, the converter functions like a traditional SSD, providing up to 55 MB/s read speeds (a step up from mainstream 5400-rpm HDDs). The converter also makes it easy to replace CF cards without the need to remove the device.
In addition to the Apogee SSD Converter, Walton Chaintech also revealed a few details on its CF 606X memory card. According to the company, the card provides write speeds of up to 91 MB/s, and read speeds of up to 93 MB/s. The CF 606X series will also come in two capacities: 16 GB and 32 GB.
"The incredible capacity of the product will allow users to perform uninterrupted recording of high image video with DSLR cameras without missing any bits and pieces of the fascinating moments in life worth capturing," the company said.
There was no indication on when these products will be available, or their eventual pricing.

Only difference between the ones I bought several years ago? SATA vs PATA. Nothing new here.
On the other hand, I always welcome alternative technology. A little competition usually lowers prices for the consumer.
And that ain't not bad.
I believe you have a double negative there. What exactly did you meant to say?
It is a partial quote from The Simpsons.
Bart: "All's I know is I'm getting straight A's, and that ain't not bad!"
The quote should explain everything.
Either way, this technology is not new.
I was thinking that as well. I saw the CF and normally think crossfire.
same reaction here. AT first I said, "What the heck? Video cards in CF (crossfire) can become an SSD?" then suddenly, it pertains to Compact Flash.
Sure there will be overheads as speeds dont exactly scale and costs are quite high but the cost should come down and the RAID controllers will only get better. I like the idea that if one card dies you can replace it and the others are still intact.