Product SKU: AE-MW3TF1-256GB
Product Overview
The Hikvision AE-MW3TF1-256GB is a 256 GB vehicle video memory card designed for sustained on-board surveillance recording rather than occasional consumer file storage. Its TLC flash storage is optimised for repeated reading and writing in compatible mobile DVRs, dashcams and other vehicle-mounted video equipment, with the 256 GB version providing write speeds up to 90 MB/s and read speeds up to 100 MB/s. Hikvision specifies a 1,000-cycle working life, 10,000 insertion/removal cycles and operation from 0°C to 70°C. The card uses an SDXC format with UHS-I SDR104 and SD 6.1 compatibility, providing a practical storage option where stable long-duration vehicle recording is required. A 3-year warranty is included with the supplied product information.
Key Capabilities
Optimised for On-Board Video Recording
The AE-MW3TF1 series is designed around long-duration vehicle video workloads. This makes it better suited to compatible mobile surveillance equipment than selecting a memory card purely by capacity without considering sustained recording, repeated writes and operating conditions.
256 GB Storage Capacity
The 256 GB version provides the highest capacity in the supplied 64 GB, 128 GB and 256 GB range. This gives compatible mobile recorders more local storage for video retention before older recordings need to be overwritten or exported.
TLC Storage for Repeated Recording
The card uses TLC flash storage and is specified for a 1,000-cycle working life. This is relevant to vehicle surveillance because video recording creates frequent write activity and can place significantly more demand on storage media than ordinary document or photo storage.
Up to 90 MB/s Write and 100 MB/s Read
The 256 GB model is specified for write performance up to 90 MB/s and read performance up to 100 MB/s using its UHS-I SDR104 interface, supporting stable data handling in compatible vehicle recording equipment.
Vehicle-Oriented Operating Range
The card is specified for operation from 0°C to 70°C, with storage from -40°C to 85°C and working humidity from 10% to 95%. The host recorder must also remain within its own environmental limits for reliable system operation.
Best For
- Vehicle DVRs: Designed for compatible mobile surveillance recorders requiring repeated local video storage.
- Dashcams: Suitable for compatible Hikvision vehicle cameras and recorders where long-duration on-board footage is required.
- Fleet surveillance: Useful where standardised 256 GB storage is needed across multiple compatible mobile recording systems.
- Continuous or repeated recording: TLC storage and specified cycle endurance make the card appropriate for recording workloads involving regular overwriting.
Why Choose the AE-MW3TF1-256GB
The main reason to choose the AE-MW3TF1-256GB is that it is designed around the demands of vehicle video recording rather than general-purpose removable storage. The 256 GB capacity provides more recording headroom than the smaller variants, while TLC storage, a specified 1,000-cycle working life and up to 90 MB/s write performance support repeated mobile recording workloads. Its UHS-I SDR104 interface, SDXC format and broad storage-temperature range further suit dedicated surveillance use. Available through Security Wholesalers, this model is particularly relevant when a compatible Hikvision mobile recorder or dashcam needs stable 256 GB storage and the installer wants a vehicle-video memory card matched to the intended recording environment.
Buyer Decision Tips
Buyer Tip: Confirm the maximum supported card capacity of the vehicle recorder before ordering. A recorder that supports a lower-capacity card cannot be assumed to accept 256 GB simply because the physical card format fits the slot.
Buyer Tip: Recording duration cannot be determined from 256 GB capacity alone. Camera count, resolution, frame rate, compression, bitrate and recording schedule all affect retention, so calculate expected recording time around the actual mobile surveillance configuration.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Product |
Hikvision vehicle video memory card. |
| Product SKU |
AE-MW3TF1-256GB. |
| Capacity |
256 GB. |
| Available Series Capacities |
64 GB, 128 GB and 256 GB. |
| Card Type |
SDXC / TF memory card. |
| Storage Medium |
TLC flash storage. |
| Interface |
UHS-I SDR104. |
| SD Compatibility |
SD 6.1. |
| Maximum Write Speed |
Up to 90 MB/s for the 256 GB version. |
| Maximum Read Speed |
Up to 100 MB/s for the 256 GB version. |
| Working Life |
1,000 cycles. |
| Insertion / Removal Durability |
10,000 cycles. |
| Operating Voltage |
2.7 V to 3.6 V. |
| Operating Temperature |
0°C to 70°C. |
| Storage Temperature |
-40°C to 85°C. |
| Working Humidity |
10% to 95%. |
| Dimensions |
Approximately 15 × 11 × 1 mm. |
| Application |
Optimised for long-duration on-board vehicle video recording. |
| Warranty |
3 years. |
Ideal Use Cases
Fleet Vehicles
Use in compatible on-board recorders where vehicles need local video storage throughout regular daily operation.
Mobile Surveillance Systems
Suitable for supported vehicle-mounted video equipment that regularly writes and overwrites recorded footage.
Dashcam Recording
Provides 256 GB of local storage for compatible Hikvision dashcams and mobile video devices that support the card capacity.
Long-Duration Recording
The larger 256 GB capacity is useful where a supported recorder needs more footage retained locally between overwrite cycles or exports.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose the 256 GB version if: Your compatible mobile recorder supports 256 GB and you want the largest capacity in the supplied 64 GB, 128 GB and 256 GB range.
- Choose a smaller capacity if: The host recorder supports only 64 GB or 128 GB, or the required retention period does not justify the larger card.
- Check compatibility first if: You are upgrading an existing dashcam or vehicle DVR, as supported card capacity and formatting requirements vary between host devices.
FAQs
- Is the Hikvision AE-MW3TF1-256GB designed for vehicle video recording?
Yes. The AE-MW3TF1-256GB is designed specifically for long-duration on-board video recording in compatible vehicle surveillance and mobile recording equipment. Hikvision specifies TLC storage and optimises the card for stable reading and writing over extended recording periods. This makes it more suitable for continuous or repeated vehicle-video workloads than selecting a memory card only by capacity without considering endurance and operating conditions.
- How much storage does the AE-MW3TF1-256GB provide?
The AE-MW3TF1-256GB provides a nominal capacity of 256 GB. It is the largest of the 64 GB, 128 GB and 256 GB capacities listed in the supplied product range. Actual recording time depends on the connected recorder, camera count, resolution, frame rate, compression, bitrate and recording schedule, so storage retention should be calculated around the specific vehicle-video system rather than capacity alone.
- What read and write speeds does the Hikvision AE-MW3TF1-256GB support?
For the 256 GB version, Hikvision specifies write speeds up to 90 MB/s and read speeds up to 100 MB/s. The card uses a UHS-I interface with SDR104 support. These figures describe maximum sequential performance, while real-world recording performance also depends on the host recorder, recording configuration and workload used in the vehicle surveillance system.
- How durable is the AE-MW3TF1-256GB for repeated recording?
Hikvision specifies a working life of 1,000 cycles for the AE-MW3TF1 series and durability of 10,000 insertion and removal cycles. The TLC storage medium is intended for repeated long-term recording workloads. These figures make the card suitable for mobile video applications where footage is written frequently, although storage media should still be monitored and replaced as part of a planned maintenance schedule.
- What operating temperature does the AE-MW3TF1-256GB support?
The AE-MW3TF1-256GB is specified for operation from 0°C to 70°C, with a storage temperature range from -40°C to 85°C. Working humidity is specified from 10% to 95%. The memory card must still be used within the operating limits of the host recorder or dashcam, because the complete vehicle-video system is only as tolerant as its least temperature-resistant component.
- Is the AE-MW3TF1-256GB an SDXC card?
Yes. Hikvision specifies the AE-MW3TF1 series as SDXC and compatible with SD 6.1. The 256 GB model uses TLC flash storage and a UHS-I SDR104 interface. Before ordering, confirm that the intended Hikvision mobile recorder, dashcam or other host device supports the required card capacity and format, particularly when upgrading an existing vehicle-video installation.
- What warranty is supplied with the Hikvision AE-MW3TF1-256GB?
The supplied product information lists a 3-year warranty for the Hikvision AE-MW3TF1-256GB. When purchasing through Security Wholesalers, retain the purchase record and use the card only within its specified operating and compatibility limits. Warranty coverage does not replace good storage practice, so important vehicle footage should still be managed through an appropriate recording, backup and retention strategy.
- Who should choose the Hikvision AE-MW3TF1-256GB?
Choose the AE-MW3TF1-256GB when a compatible vehicle recorder or mobile surveillance device needs 256 GB of storage designed for repeated on-board video recording. It is particularly relevant when the system will record for long periods and stable read/write behaviour matters. Confirm the recorder’s supported capacity and expected retention period before purchase so the card size matches the actual recording workload.
