Getac T800-Ex explosion-proof tablet

Getac has announced the release of the T800-Ex rugged tablet, which is ATEX Zone 2 and 22 explosion-proof certified. The tablet can be used for pipeline inspections and maintenance operations in petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and oil and gas applications. The device also has MIL-STD-810G and IP65 certifications and features waterproof, dustproof, explosion-proof and impact-proof capabilities, making it suitable for tough work environments.

The Getac T800-Ex complies with ATEX Zone 2 and Zone 22 explosion-proof standards and can be used in potentially explosive environments filled with flammable gas (Zone 2) or dust (Zone 22).

The tablet is equipped with the Intel Quad-core Bay Trail M N3530 2.16 GHz processor and an 8.1″ 1280x800 HD screen, and weighs about 915 g. The proprietary LumiBond technology enhances readability, sharpness and colour display under bright light.

To increase operator safety when using the T800-Ex in the presence of flammable gas and combustible dust, unplugging or plugging in devices should be avoided to prevent generating sparks. The T800-Ex’s I/O ports and internet connections are wireless. The built-in 802.11ac and Bluetooth 4.0 network cards are equipped with the exclusive 3D antenna technology that strengthens signal reception. Users can also enjoy high-speed communication and rapid data transfer through its 4G LTE support.

To meet the professional requirements of today’s mobile users, the T800-Ex offers optional 1D/2D barcode readers, as well as the SnapBack backup battery module which can extend the total battery hour life to 16 h. Users can choose Microsoft Windows 7 or Window 8 as the main operating system.