# Ultra-Durable External SSDs The CalDigit Tuff Nano Ultra-Compact Rugged SSD is Travel-Ready By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-10-30 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultracompact-rugged-ssd References: [gadgetsin](https://gadgetsin.com/caldigit-tuff-nano-ultra-compact-rugged-ssd-with-ip67-rating.htm) & [amzn.to](https://amzn.to/3oAYtkm) Prosumer data demands are only increasing and pushing many to seek out ways to keep essential files with them at all times, which is bolstering the demand for products like the [CalDigit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caldigit) Tuff Nano ultra-compact rugged SSD. The device features a [palm-sized design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planck-ssd) that weighs in at just 0.163 pounds to make it a lightweight option that can be stored virtually anywhere. This is further supported with its IP67 rating to help it easily withstand being submerged in water or exposed to fine particles like dust. The CalDigit Tuff Nano ultra-compact rugged SSD comes in several color options and comes in both 512GB and 1TB size options to make it well-suited for keeping all essential data securely stowed and accessible at all times. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Increasing Prosumer Data Demands:** The growing need for individuals to have their essential files at all times presents opportunities for innovative, ultra-durable external storage solutions. - **Ultra-compact Design:** The rise of palm-sized, lightweight external SSDs creates potential for disruptive innovation in portable data storage. - **Rugged and Waterproof External Ssds:** The demand for reliable, IP67-rated external solid-state drives that can withstand water submersion and dust exposure opens up opportunities for disruptive advancements in durable data storage. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** In the consumer electronics industry, there is the potential for disruptive innovation in the development of advanced, rugged and ultra-compact external SSDs. - **Information Technology:** The IT industry can explore disruptive innovation in creating secure and lightweight portable data storage solutions that cater to the increasing prosumer data demands. - **Outdoor Adventure Gear:** In the outdoor adventure gear industry, there are opportunities for disruptive innovation in the design and production of rugged, waterproof external SSDs that cater to the needs of adventurous individuals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Rugged Card-Sized SSDs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-t7-shield.md) - [Ultra-Durable Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-t17-shield.md) - [Fast Rugged Industry-Focused SSDs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lacie-rugged-ssd4.md) - [Portable SSD Storage Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ssd-storage-device.md) - [High-Capacity Portable SSDs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crucial-x9-pro-2tb-ssd.md) - [Textural Mobile Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-ssd.md) - [Durable On-the-Go SSDs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armor-700.md) - [Mobile-Friendly SSD Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polybatt-portable-ssd.md) - [High-Security External SSDs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hardware-encrypted-external-ssd.md)