Dell 110T DLT1 Drive - Manual (Page 13)

Dell DLT, VS and SDLT Media Handbook Page 13
5 Media Handling
Figure 13. Type IV Media Cartridge
Cartridge Leader – Buckles with drive leader to pull media from cartridge. Two types, DLTtape
cartridges (mylar loop) and Super DLTtape cartridges (plastic buckle with metal pin).
Reel Locks – Prevent the media reel in the cartridge from spinning when the cartridge is not loaded
in a drive and ensures proper tension of media is maintained.
Cartridge Hub – Mechanical interconnect between the cartridge and the drive reel motor.