Hardware-Enforced. Protocol-Aware. Owl Data Diodes
Owl data diodes, including Protocol Filtering Diodes, are purpose-built and U.S. Government validated for high-assurance defense and intel missions that require assured one-way transfer for mission data, ISR and sensor feeds, command-and-control information, and cyber monitoring telemetry.
High-Assurance, Protocol-Aware One-Way Transfer up to 100 Gbps.
Programs that still rely on brittle outbound firewalls or basic, opaque diodes to move mission and OT data off sensitive networks are introducing unnecessary mission risk. Owl PFDs combine hardware‑enforced one‑way transfer with FPGA‑based protocol filtering, so only well‑formed, policy‑approved data crosses the boundary—delivering deterministic behavior and evidence aligned with high‑assurance and Raise the Bar (RTB)‑style expectations.
Flexible Deployment from Edge to Enterprise
Embed Owl PFDs in platforms and weapons systems, deploy them at base and lab boundaries, or weave them into enterprise fabrics feeding cyber defense, analytics, and mission systems for resilient, end‑to‑end data assurance.
Up to 100 Gbps of One‑Way Assurance
Feed big data and AI without giving up one‑way security. Owl protocol filtering diodes deliver protocol‑aware, one‑way protection up to 100 Gbps with flexible appliance and card options, so you can adapt to changing missions without changing your assurance model.
High‑assurance and U.S.‑Government Evaluated
Owl PFDs have undergone rigorous U.S. Government PFD evaluation process and are foundational elements for high‑assurance architectures, adhering to Raise the Bar and Zero Trust guidance and giving programs stronger evidence for compliance and high‑consequence mission reviews.
Owl Talon Data Diode Products
Owl Talon One™
Owl Talon One features a single PCIe‑based protocol filtering diode that delivers up to 1 Gbps of hardware‑enforced one‑way transfer with FPGA‑based protocol filtering and multiple simultaneous protocols in a single appliance. Ideal for defense programs that need high‑assurance, low‑latency one‑way paths between classified and enterprise domains, Owl Talon One reduces SWaP and rack space so you can standardize on one platform for all one‑way needs.
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Realize next‑gen high speed with ultra‑low latency using Owl Talon Torrent. This PFD platform scales to 100 Gbps, combining FPGA‑based protocol filtering with hardware‑enforced one‑way transfer so backbone links can blast mission and ISR data to IT, SOC, and cloud—without ever exposing sensitive networks to remote access.
Discover owl talon torrentProtocol Filtering Diodes by Form Factor
Rack-Mounted
Owl rack-mounted data diode products come in all-in-one, standard 19” 1U or 2U form factors and fit comfortably in a standard data center or server room metal rack. Designed to meet a variety of operational needs, these appliances are our most popular solutions for commercial and industrial applications.
- Multi-purpose/Multiple Streams
- Standard, mid, and high capacity configurations
- Compatible w/ all Owl Software Modules
DIN-Rail
The Owl DIN rail data diode product offers convenience and efficiency by being designed vertically, making it the ultimate space-saver. Its durability is optimal for extreme environments or facilities that are exposed to various elements.
- Supports multiple streams of syslog and one additional data type.
- Note: Owl PI Transfer and OPC UA are not supported at this level.
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Product UpdatesWhen mission needs change, your one‑way security doesn’t have to.
Owl PFDs cover a wide range of use cases—from ISR and cyber telemetry to plant historians and OT logs—adapting as missions evolve while preserving the same trusted, one‑way, protocol‑aware protection your teams already rely on.
- Data diodes and firewalls protect networks differently. A data diode is a hardware‑enforced one‑way device; protocol‑filtering diodes add mission‑specific control on top of that physical separation.
- Firewalls filter two‑way traffic with software rules and patches, leaving gaps for misconfiguration and zero‑days. Protocol‑filtering diodes enforce strict, protocol‑aware one‑way flows for mission‑tailored protection.
Compare Owl Data Diodes
Owl’s data diodes deliver hardware‑enforced security with exceptional flexibility, supporting diverse networks, protocols, and form factors so they can be tailored to mission needs across defense, intelligence, and critical infrastructure use cases. Review the table below to quickly compare options and find the Owl data diode that’s right for your mission.
| Capability | Owl Talon One | Owl Talon Torrent |
|---|---|---|
| Main Use Cases | Flexible one‑way transfer for ISR/intel sharing, HTN operations, DCO/continuous monitoring, and more. | High‑throughput, low‑latency one-way transfer of high-volume intel, large files, etc. |
| Max Throughput Speed | Up to 1 Gbps | Up to 100 Gbps |
| U.S. Gov Validated PFD | ||
| Data Diode Type | Single PCIe card for low-SWaP, COTS integration | Card pair for high-volume, low-latency, COTS integration |
| Available Form Factors | DIN-Rail, 1x1U Rackmounted, Dual-path/Bidirectional | 1x1U or 2x1U Rackmounted |
| Supports Multiple Protocols Simultaneously |
Learn How Protocol Filtering Diodes Raise the Bar
See how Protocol Filtering Diodes give defense and intel programs precise, protocol-aware control over what crosses one-way guards—filtering at the field, message, and application level while preserving bandwidth and mission tempo. Learn how PFDs enable safer ISR distribution, cross-domain analytics, and cyber visibility from high-threat enclaves without opening new attack paths or slowing operators down.
The Ultimate Value Guide to Owl Talon
In high-stakes government and mission-critical environments, secure, real-time data transfer is essential. As cyber threats grow more sophisticated, traditional methods leave critical systems exposed. Owl Talon™ addresses this risk with hardware-enforced data diode technology that delivers ultra-secure, uninterrupted one-way data flow—protecting data integrity, strengthening security, and supporting confident decision-making where it matters most.
Pick the Right “One‑Way” Before an Adversary Proves You Didn’t
Owl protocol filtering diodes give you a more defensible “one‑way” foundation for high‑assurance and RTB‑style environments than firewalls or basic diodes. Before you lock in your next architecture, see exactly where Owl leads on assurance, performance, and control—and how that compares to firewalls posing as “unidirectional” and other diode vendors.
Secure, One-Way Data Flow Starts Here
Our experts have seen nearly every mission, plant, and platform scenario—and built Owl’s flexible protocol‑filtering diode options to match. Bring us your architecture, constraints, and “what ifs,” and we’ll help you adapt fast with proven designs that keep you ahead of threats. Ready to talk? Reach out and let’s map the right path forward.