Description
CDC DataCraft 72868002G Spindle Assembly Hawk Hard Disk Drive HDD Motor Hub
The 72868002G is a spindle assembly for the CDC DataCraft Hawk series of hard disk drives. This component serves as the central rotating hub of the drive mechanism, providing the precision mounting interface for the disk platters and supporting the drive's spindle motor shaft. Machined from aluminum with a steel mounting flange, the assembly is engineered to tight dimensional tolerances required for hard disk applications.
Specifications & What's Included
- Manufacturer Part Number: 72868002G
- Compatible Platform: CDC DataCraft Hawk Hard Disk Drive Series
- Component Type: HDD Spindle Assembly / Motor Hub
- Body Material: Machined aluminum
- Mounting Flange: Steel, with multi-bolt-circle pattern
- Central shaft with precision tip visible at hub face
- Rubber sealing ring / gasket present on flange
- Part number 72868002G stamped directly on flange face
- Includes: Spindle assembly only — no drive chassis, electronics, or platters
Applications
The CDC Hawk series were full-height 5.25-inch and 8-inch form factor hard disk drives produced by Control Data Corporation (CDC) and its DataCraft division during the late 1970s and 1980s. These drives were widely deployed in minicomputer systems, early data center storage arrays, and OEM storage platforms of that era. The spindle assembly is a critical mechanical component for technicians performing restoration, repair, or parts-level maintenance on CDC Hawk drives in legacy computing environments. It would also be of interest to vintage computing collectors and industrial equipment repair shops maintaining older systems that originally used CDC storage peripherals.
This CDC DataCraft 72868002G Hawk Hard Disk Drive spindle assembly has been inspected and appears to be in good used condition. The machined aluminum hub and body show light surface wear consistent with prior use and storage, with no cracks, deformation, or major damage observed. The mounting flange and central shaft appear intact. The part number 72868002G is clearly stamped on the flange face and is confirmed to match. This is a surplus mechanical component pulled from inventory; it has not been bench-tested as a powered assembly. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions. Please note: We have multiple units in stock — yours may not be the one shown in the photos, however, it will be similar in condition and function.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
CDC DataCraft |
Model: |
Hawk |
MPN: |
72868002G |
SKU: |
23077 |
Type: |
Hard Disk Drive Spindle Assembly |
Compatible With: |
CDC Hawk Hard Disk Drive Series |
Part Number: |
72868002G |
Material: |
Machined Aluminum with Steel Flange |
Condition: |
Used – Inspected |
Seller Notes: |
Spindle assembly only; no drive chassis or electronics included. |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
United States |
Condition Notes: |
This CDC DataCraft 72868002G Hawk Hard Disk Drive spindle assembly has been inspected and appears to be in good used condition. The machined aluminum hub and body show light surface wear consistent with prior use and storage, with no cracks, |