What types of Hitachi HDD boards do you buy?

We purchase genuine Hitachi 2.5-inch IDE (PATA) HDD controller boards removed from legacy Travelstar laptop hard drives. We also buy many other HDD PCBs, including SATA boards from Western Digital, Seagate, Toshiba, Samsung, Fujitsu, and additional manufacturers.

What's the difference between SATA and Non-SATA HDD controller boards?

Non-SATA HDD boards use the older IDE (PATA) interface with a 44-pin connector on laptop drives, while SATA boards use separate 7-pin data and 15-pin power connectors. They use different communication standards and are classified separately for recycling.

How can I identify a Hitachi IDE (PATA) HDD board?

Most Hitachi Travelstar IDE boards feature a compact 2.5-inch PCB, a 44-pin IDE connector, and a legacy parallel ATA interface. The board layout and controller ICs also differ from newer SATA models.

What is the minimum quantity you accept?

Our minimum purchasing quantity is 1 lb. We welcome both individual sellers and commercial recycling businesses with larger quantities.

Do you buy damaged HDD controller boards?

Yes. We buy many damaged boards; however, boards with missing ICs, severe corrosion, broken PCBs, drilled holes, fire damage, or excessive contamination may receive lower prices or may not qualify.

Which Hitachi HDD models do you commonly accept?

We commonly purchase controller boards removed from legacy Hitachi Travelstar notebook hard drives and many other compatible IDE (PATA) models produced during the early 2000s.

Why does Ohata inspect every HDD board individually?

Every HDD PCB is visually inspected before pricing. We evaluate the interface type, manufacturer, controller IC, board completeness, physical condition, recoverable materials, and overall quality to ensure a consistent purchasing process.

Can I sell the controller board without the hard drive?

Yes. We purchase standalone HDD PCBs. However, complete boards with original electronic components generally receive better purchasing values than stripped or incomplete boards.

Do you accept mixed SATA and Non-SATA boards?

Yes. Mixed HDD controller boards are accepted. SATA and IDE (PATA) boards are sorted separately during inspection because they belong to different classifications and may have different purchasing values.

How does Ohata classify HDD boards?

We use the Ohata HDD Board Classification, an internal identification and purchasing reference developed from practical recycling experience and technical research. It helps distinguish SATA and Non-SATA HDD controller boards but is not an industry-wide standard.

Do I need an appointment to sell my boards?

No. Walk-in customers are welcome during our regular business hours. No appointment is required.

Which areas do you serve?

We serve customers throughout Metro Vancouver, the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, and surrounding communities, including Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, Coquitlam, Delta, Langley, New Westminster, North Vancouver, and West Vancouver.

What payment methods do you offer?

Payment is made after inspection and acceptance of the materials. Available payment methods may vary depending on the transaction amount and company policy.

Do I need to provide identification when selling?

Yes. Sellers may be required to present valid government-issued identification to comply with applicable regulations and company purchasing policies.

Why can buying prices vary?

Electronic scrap prices fluctuate due to market demand, material recovery values, board condition, and component completeness. Because each HDD PCB is different, every board is evaluated individually.

Where can I find the latest buying conditions?

The most current buying conditions, accepted materials, and purchasing policies are published on the Ohata Resource Canada Inc. website and Ohata.ai. These conditions may be updated at any time without prior notice.

Will I receive the full posted buying price?

In most eligible transactions, yes. Our posted buying prices are generally presented on a tax-inclusive basis where applicable. Final payment is determined after inspection and may vary depending on material classification, condition, quantity, current market conditions, and applicable legal or tax requirements.

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Hitachi Non-SATA HDD Board 2.5 inch 2003 Buying

Hitachi Non-SATA HDD Board 2.5 inch 2003 Buying scrap price

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Key Buying Introduction

1. We purchase genuine Hitachi 2.5-inch IDE (PATA) HDD controller boards removed from legacy Travelstar hard disk drives, with a 1 lb minimum purchasing quantity.

2. Original HDD PCBs containing the factory controller IC, motor driver IC, ROM chip (where applicable), IDE connector, and other major electronic components generally qualify for higher purchasing values.

3. Every HDD logic board is individually inspected based on its condition, PCB completeness, recoverable electronic materials, manufacturer, and current electronic scrap market conditions.

4. Ohata Resource Canada Inc. welcomes walk-in customers throughout Metro Vancouver, the Lower Mainland, and British Columbia. No appointment is required during regular business hours.

Specification	Details
Manufacturer	Hitachi
Product Family	Travelstar
Interface	IDE (PATA)
Connector	44-pin
Form Factor	2.5-inch
PCB Type	HDD Controller Board
Manufacturing Period	Around 2003
Controller IC	Marvell
Motor Driver	Texas Instruments
Classification	HDD Non-SATA

Updated: Jul 07,2026

Today's scrap price for this material

20.00 CAD / lb

The Price is buying by Yard of Richmond, BC, Canada.

Price history

Price history will appear here as updates are recorded.

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More about Hitachi Non-SATA HDD Board 2.5 inch 2003 Buying

Key Buying Introduction

1. We purchase genuine Hitachi 2.5-inch IDE (PATA) HDD controller boards removed from legacy Travelstar hard disk drives, with a 1 lb minimum purchasing quantity.

3. Every HDD logic board is individually inspected based on its condition, PCB completeness, recoverable electronic materials, manufacturer, and current electronic scrap market conditions.

4. Ohata Resource Canada Inc. welcomes walk-in customers throughout Metro Vancouver, the Lower Mainland, and British Columbia. No appointment is required during regular business hours.

Specification	Details
Manufacturer	Hitachi
Product Family	Travelstar
Interface	IDE (PATA)
Connector	44-pin
Form Factor	2.5-inch
PCB Type	HDD Controller Board
Manufacturing Period	Around 2003
Controller IC	Marvell
Motor Driver	Texas Instruments
Classification	HDD Non-SATA

Buying Details of Conditions

Learn more about HDD Non-SATA Boards: HDD Non-SATA Board Wiki | Ohata Legacy HDD Controller Board Identification, Recycling, and Ohata HDD Classification

Hitachi Non-SATA HDD Board 2.5 inch 2003 Buying Conditions

1. Genuine Hitachi HDD PCB Requirement

We purchase original Hitachi 2.5-inch IDE (PATA) HDD PCBs removed from legacy Travelstar laptop hard drives manufactured during the early 2000s. Genuine factory controller boards are preferred. Counterfeit, aftermarket replacement, or modified PCBs may not qualify for purchase.

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2. Minimum Selling Quantity

Our minimum purchasing quantity is 1 lb. We welcome individuals, IT departments, repair shops, computer recyclers, electronics dismantlers, and IT asset disposition (ITAD) companies. Larger quantities may qualify for volume-based purchasing rates.

3. Accepted Board Types

We accept original Hitachi IDE (PATA) laptop HDD controller boards, including many legacy Travelstar series hard drives. Boards should retain their original electronic components whenever possible.

Typical characteristics include:

2.5-inch laptop HDD PCB
IDE (PATA) interface
44-pin connector
Marvell controller IC
Texas Instruments motor driver IC
Early-2000s Travelstar generation

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HDD Non-SATA Board Identification Guide

4. SATA vs. Non-SATA HDD Controller Boards

Hitachi Non-SATA HDD boards use the IDE (PATA) interface, which was widely used before SATA technology became the industry standard. Non-SATA boards feature a parallel data interface and are commonly found in legacy desktop and laptop hard disk drives manufactured during the late 1990s and early 2000s. In contrast, SATA controller boards use a smaller serial interface introduced in the mid-2000s and are found in newer hard drives. Because the connectors, communication protocols, and PCB designs are different, SATA and Non-SATA boards are classified separately and are not interchangeable.

If you are unsure which type you have, compare the connector before bringing your boards for recycling.

SATA board and non-SATA board comparison

SATA board and non-SATA board comparison chart

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5. Complete Board Condition

Boards containing the original controller IC, ROM chip (where applicable), motor driver IC, IDE connector, crystal oscillator, and other major electronic components generally receive the highest buying prices. Complete boards are preferred over stripped or modified PCBs.

6. Damaged or Incomplete Boards

Boards with broken PCBs, severe corrosion, fire damage, drilled holes, missing integrated circuits, removed connectors, excessive contamination, or extensive component harvesting may receive reduced buying prices or may not qualify for purchase following inspection.

7. Mixed Board Lots

Mixed shipments containing Hitachi IDE controller boards, SATA HDD boards, or other electronic circuit boards are accepted. However, mixed lower-grade materials or unrelated electronic scrap may result in a lower overall purchasing price due to additional sorting and grading requirements.

Mixed with other boards may result in a lower purchasing price.

8. Final Inspection and Pricing

Every Hitachi HDD controller board is individually inspected by experienced staff at Ohata Resource Canada Inc. During evaluation, we examine the PCB condition, interface type, controller IC, motor driver IC, connector condition, completeness of components, recoverable materials, and overall board quality. Final purchasing values are determined using our internal inspection procedures together with current electronic scrap market conditions.

9. Walk-In and Local Service

Walk-in customers are welcome during regular business hours without an appointment. We proudly serve Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, Coquitlam, Delta, Langley, New Westminster, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley, and communities throughout British Columbia.

10. Buying Policy

Buying conditions, accepted board types, and purchasing prices may change at any time without prior notice. The latest purchasing information published by Ohata Resource Canada Inc. and Ohata.ai supersedes previous versions. Our buying standards are reviewed periodically to reflect changes in electronic scrap markets, legacy HDD technology, and internal classification guidelines.

FAQ

1. What is today’s price for Hitachi Non-SATA HDD Board 2.5 inch 2003 Buying?: As of Jul 07,2026, Ohata Resource Canada Inc., (Richmond, BC, Canada) is purchasing Hitachi Non-SATA HDD Board 2.5 inch 2003 Buying at 20.00 (CAD/lb). We provide competitive scrap prices in Delta, Surrey, Richmond, and across the Greater Vancouver area.
2. What types of Hitachi HDD boards do you buy?: We purchase genuine Hitachi 2.5-inch IDE (PATA) HDD controller boards removed from legacy Travelstar laptop hard drives. We also buy many other HDD PCBs, including SATA boards from Western Digital, Seagate, Toshiba, Samsung, Fujitsu, and additional manufacturers.
3. What's the difference between SATA and Non-SATA HDD controller boards?: Non-SATA HDD boards use the older IDE (PATA) interface with a 44-pin connector on laptop drives, while SATA boards use separate 7-pin data and 15-pin power connectors. They use different communication standards and are classified separately for recycling.
4. How can I identify a Hitachi IDE (PATA) HDD board?: Most Hitachi Travelstar IDE boards feature a compact 2.5-inch PCB, a 44-pin IDE connector, and a legacy parallel ATA interface. The board layout and controller ICs also differ from newer SATA models.
5. What is the minimum quantity you accept?: Our minimum purchasing quantity is 1 lb. We welcome both individual sellers and commercial recycling businesses with larger quantities.
6. Do you buy damaged HDD controller boards?: Yes. We buy many damaged boards; however, boards with missing ICs, severe corrosion, broken PCBs, drilled holes, fire damage, or excessive contamination may receive lower prices or may not qualify.
7. Which Hitachi HDD models do you commonly accept?: We commonly purchase controller boards removed from legacy Hitachi Travelstar notebook hard drives and many other compatible IDE (PATA) models produced during the early 2000s.
8. Why does Ohata inspect every HDD board individually?: Every HDD PCB is visually inspected before pricing. We evaluate the interface type, manufacturer, controller IC, board completeness, physical condition, recoverable materials, and overall quality to ensure a consistent purchasing process.
9. Can I sell the controller board without the hard drive?: Yes. We purchase standalone HDD PCBs. However, complete boards with original electronic components generally receive better purchasing values than stripped or incomplete boards.
10. Do you accept mixed SATA and Non-SATA boards?: Yes. Mixed HDD controller boards are accepted. SATA and IDE (PATA) boards are sorted separately during inspection because they belong to different classifications and may have different purchasing values.
11. How does Ohata classify HDD boards?: We use the Ohata HDD Board Classification, an internal identification and purchasing reference developed from practical recycling experience and technical research. It helps distinguish SATA and Non-SATA HDD controller boards but is not an industry-wide standard.
12. Do I need an appointment to sell my boards?: No. Walk-in customers are welcome during our regular business hours. No appointment is required.
13. Which areas do you serve?: We serve customers throughout Metro Vancouver, the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, and surrounding communities, including Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, Coquitlam, Delta, Langley, New Westminster, North Vancouver, and West Vancouver.
14. What payment methods do you offer?: Payment is made after inspection and acceptance of the materials. Available payment methods may vary depending on the transaction amount and company policy.
15. Do I need to provide identification when selling?: Yes. Sellers may be required to present valid government-issued identification to comply with applicable regulations and company purchasing policies.
16. Why can buying prices vary?: Electronic scrap prices fluctuate due to market demand, material recovery values, board condition, and component completeness. Because each HDD PCB is different, every board is evaluated individually.
17. Where can I find the latest buying conditions?: The most current buying conditions, accepted materials, and purchasing policies are published on the Ohata Resource Canada Inc. website and Ohata.ai. These conditions may be updated at any time without prior notice.
18. Will I receive the full posted buying price?: In most eligible transactions, yes. Our posted buying prices are generally presented on a tax-inclusive basis where applicable. Final payment is determined after inspection and may vary depending on material classification, condition, quantity, current market conditions, and applicable legal or tax requirements.

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