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product_id: 659349628
title: "OWC Express 1M2 40Gb/s Portable NVMe SSD USB4 (Thunderbolt Compatible/USB-C) Ultra Fast External SSD Drive with Aluminum Heat Sink Enclosure (Enclosure Only)"
brand: "owc"
price: "R6080"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 7
category: "Owc"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/659349628-owc-express-1m2-40gb-s-portable-nvme-ssd-usb4-thunderbolt
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 3151MB/s blazing speed DIY NVMe M.2 2280/2242/2230 support Aircraft-grade aluminum durability OWC Express 1M2 40Gb/s Portable NVMe SSD USB4 (Thunderbolt Compatible/USB-C) Ultra Fast External SSD Drive with Aluminum Heat Sink Enclosure (Enclosure Only)

**Brand:** owc
**Price:** R6080
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Power Your Productivity with Lightning-Fast, Rugged Storage

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** OWC Express 1M2 40Gb/s Portable NVMe SSD USB4 (Thunderbolt Compatible/USB-C) Ultra Fast External SSD Drive with Aluminum Heat Sink Enclosure (Enclosure Only) by owc
- **How much does it cost?** R6080 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/659349628-owc-express-1m2-40gb-s-portable-nvme-ssd-usb4-thunderbolt)

## Best For

- owc enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted owc brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **DIY Flexibility:** Customize your storage with support for multiple NVMe M.2 SSD sizes—build your perfect drive.
- • **Blazing USB4 Speeds:** Experience ultra-fast 40Gb/s transfers up to 3151MB/s—cut your wait times in half.
- • **Ready Out-of-the-Box:** Includes 40Gb/s USB-C cable and screwdriver for instant setup—portable power in your palm.
- • **Rugged & Silent Cooling:** Aircraft-grade aluminum enclosure keeps your SSD cool and protected without a sound.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Seamlessly works with USB4, Thunderbolt, and USB-C devices—future-proof your workflow.

## Overview

The OWC Express 1M2 is a premium portable NVMe SSD enclosure engineered for professionals demanding ultra-fast 40Gb/s USB4 data transfers up to 3151MB/s. Crafted from aircraft-grade aluminum, it offers silent cooling and rugged protection for your SSD. Compatible with USB4, Thunderbolt, and USB-C devices, it supports multiple NVMe M.2 SSD sizes (2280, 2242, 2230) for flexible DIY customization. This palm-sized, bus-powered enclosure includes a 40Gb/s USB-C cable and screwdriver, backed by a 2-year enclosure warranty, making it the ultimate choice for creative pros and tech enthusiasts who refuse to compromise on speed or reliability.

## Description

OWC Express 1M2 Ultra-fast, compatible, and reliable portable USB4 NVMe SSD. Choose DIY or ready-to-run solutions. Built to maximize the incredible speed capabilities of USB4, the Express 1M2 is OWC’s fastest portable SSD. It offers the power of choice to either build a drive or select the convenience of an OWC Aura powered solution and experience data transfers up to 3151MB/s with most Macs and PCs from 2020 and newer. Creative professionals and performance enthusiasts can also enjoy highly effective uses - like editing 4K video - and flexible compatibility with millions of yesterday’s Thunderbolt and USB-C machines and devices. Anyone can put a bunch of components in a housing and call it an enclosure or a drive. Or cut corners and just focus on speed to grab eyeballs. OWC is not just anyone. We’re a group of filmmakers, musicians, designers, content creators, and parents wanting to capture and preserve that irreplaceable moment. Like all OWC storage products, the Express 1M2 underwent rigorous development testing and certification processes. It was then subjected to extreme real-world use and abuse.

Review: Beast - Got 3.9GBPS speed using Samsung 2TB disk. Box included screw driver. Please note: Samsung magician cannot be fully run because it will not able to recognise ssd properly due to this enclosure. The seller really packed this so well and quickly updates.
Review: Genuine Seller - Good Item

## Features

- Ultra-fast: over 2x faster than Thunderbolt portable enclosures with up to 3151MB/s real-world performance
- Ultra-compatible: use with USB4, Thunderbolt, and USB-C computers and devices
- Ultra-reliable: aircraft grade aluminum offers rugged protection of your SSD while silently keeping drive cool for consistent top speed
- Flexible DIY: use your choice of NVMe M.2 2280, 2242, or 2230 SSD
- Portable: bus-powered and palm-sized for convenient use anywhere
- Complete: includes 40Gb/s USB-C cable and screwdriver for enclosure
- Worry-free: 2 Year (enclosure) or 3 Year (solution) OWC Limited Warranty

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CPYQPCVP |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #58,151 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) #110 in External Solid State Drives |
| Brand | OWC |
| Colour | Silver |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (655) |
| Date First Available | 16 June 2024 |
| Form Factor | Portable |
| Hard Disk Description | Solid State Drive |
| Hard Drive Interface | PCIE x 4 |
| Included Components | 40Gb/s USB-C cable, Assembly Manual and User Guide, OWC Express 1M2, Screwdriver (enclosures only) |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 13 x 2.3 x 6.9 Centimeters |
| Item Height | 2.7 Inches |
| Item Weight | 280 g |
| Item Width | 0.9 Inches |
| Item model number | OWCUS4EXP1M2 |
| Manufacturer | OWC |
| Net Quantity | 1.0 Count |
| Product Dimensions | 12.95 x 2.29 x 6.86 cm; 280 g |
| Series | Express 1M2 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** OWC
- **Colour:** Silver
- **Compatible Devices:** Desktop, Laptop, Tablet
- **Connectivity Technology:** Thunderbolt
- **Hard Disk Description:** Solid State Drive
- **Hard Disk Interface:** PCIE x 4
- **Included Components:** 40Gb/s USB-C cable, Assembly Manual and User Guide, OWC Express 1M2, Screwdriver (enclosures only)
- **Installation Type:** External Hard Drive
- **Special Feature:** Portable
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Business, Gaming, Multimedia

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beast
*by A***S on 10 October 2025*

Got 3.9GBPS speed using Samsung 2TB disk. Box included screw driver. Please note: Samsung magician cannot be fully run because it will not able to recognise ssd properly due to this enclosure. The seller really packed this so well and quickly updates.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Genuine Seller
*by A***L on 13 July 2025*

Good Item

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by J***Y on 11 October 2025*

This OWC Express 1M2 is a fantastic enclosure. It's incredibly small and portable, making it easy to toss into a backpack pocket. Paired with the Samsung 990 Pro 4TB SSD, the performance is flawless. I've been editing 4K video in Final Cut Pro on my M1 Max Mac Studio in real-time, and I've experienced zero slowdowns—a huge step up from my previous drives. While it does get noticeably warm under heavy load, it maintains excellent functionality and speed. It also feels very durable, giving me peace of mind when carrying it between home and the office. Highly recommend this combination for demanding creative work!

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Last updated: 2026-01-31*