Rugged Tablet PC & Industrial Tablet PC
Product Overview
1. Product Overview
Rugged Tablet PCs and Industrial Tablet PCs are industrial-grade mobile
computing devices designed for professional and mission-critical applications.
Both platforms use long-life components, stable operating systems, and industrial
interfaces. The primary difference lies in the level of environmental protection and
field survivability.
2. Display
- Available display sizes: 7", 8", 8.4", 10.1", 11.6", 12.2", 13.3"
- Display technology: IPS TFT LCD
- Resolution options:
- 7"–8.4": 1024 × 600 or 1280 × 800
- 10.1": 1280 × 800 or 1920 × 1200 (Full HD)
- 11.6"–13.3": 1366 × 768 or 1920 × 1080
- Brightness:
- Industrial Tablet PC: 250–400 nits (indoor visibility)
- Rugged Tablet PC: 400–700 nits, optional 1000 nits sunlight-readable
- Touch technology: Projected Capacitive (PCAP), 10-point multi-touch
- Touch modes:
- Industrial: Bare finger
- Rugged: Finger, glove touch, wet touch
- Surface protection: Anti-glare, anti-scratch glass
- Optional optical bonding (rugged models)
3. Processor (CPU)
Configurable processor platforms based on performance requirements:
- Intel Celeron / Pentium (low power, entry-level)
- Intel Gemini Lake / Jasper Lake (quad-core industrial processors)
- Intel Core i3 / i5 / i7 (8th to 12th Generation for high-performance needs)
- Thermal design: Fanless or low-noise cooling depending on configuration
4. Memory (RAM)
- Standard configurations: 4 GB / 8 GB
- Optional configurations:
- Industrial Tablet PC: up to 16 GB
- Rugged Tablet PC: up to 32 GB
- Memory type: DDR4 / LPDDR4
5. Storage (ROM / Internal Storage)
- eMMC storage: 64 GB / 128 GB
- SSD storage: 128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB
- Storage interface: SATA SSD or NVMe M.2
- Expandability: Micro SD / TF card slot
6. I/O Interfaces
Common industrial and rugged interfaces include:
- USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 Type-A
- USB Type-C (data and charging)
- Mini HDMI / Micro HDMI video output
- Ethernet: RJ45 LAN (10/100/1000 Mbps)
- Audio: 3.5 mm headphone and microphone combo
- SIM slot: Single or dual SIM (cellular models)
- Micro SD / TF card slot
- DC-IN power input
- Pogo-pin connector for docking stations
Additional rugged-only options:
- RS232 / RS485 serial interface
- Locking circular connectors for power and I/O
- Vehicle-grade I/O harness support
7. Wireless & Communication
- Wi-Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (dual band 2.4 GHz & 5 GHz)
- Bluetooth: 4.2 / 5.0 / 5.2
- Cellular: Optional 4G LTE / 5G
- GNSS (optional): GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou
- External antenna support (rugged models)
8. Battery & Power
- Battery type: Lithium-Ion / Lithium-Polymer
Industrial Tablet PC:
- Built-in internal battery
- Capacity: 4000 mAh – 8000 mAh
- Runtime: 5–8 hours
- Charging via AC adapter or USB Type-C
- Single battery only
Rugged Tablet PC:
- Removable battery design
- Capacity: 5000 mAh – 10000 mAh
- Optional double battery with hot-swap support
- Internal backup battery for uninterrupted operation
- Runtime:
- Single battery: 6–10 hours
- Dual battery: up to 20 hours
- Power input: AC adapter (100–240V), vehicle power (12–36V DC)
9. Cameras, Sensors & Expansion (Optional)
- Front camera: 2 MP – 5 MP
- Rear camera: 5 MP – 13 MP with autofocus and LED flash
- Sensors: Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, compass
- Optional modules (mainly rugged):
- 1D / 2D barcode scanner
- RFID / NFC
- Fingerprint reader
- Smart card reader
10. Mechanical Construction
Industrial Tablet PC:
- Industrial plastic or light aluminium housing
- Slim and lightweight design
- Limited sealing around ports
Rugged Tablet PC:
- Aluminium or magnesium alloy chassis
- Rubber corner bumper
- Fully sealed enclosure
11. Environmental Specifications
Industrial Tablet PC:
- Ingress protection: IP40 / IP54 (front only)
- Operating temperature: 0°C to +50°C
- Storage temperature: -10°C to +60°C
Rugged Tablet PC:
- Ingress protection: IP65 / IP67
- Drop resistance: 1.2 m – 1.5 m
- Certifications: MIL-STD-810G / MIL-STD-810H
- Operating temperature: -20°C to +60°C
- Storage temperature: -30°C to +70°C
12. Accessories & Mounting
Common accessories:
- Desktop stand
- Charging cradle
- Screen protector
- Stylus pen
Rugged-specific accessories:
- Vehicle docking station
- Powered vehicle cradle
- Multi-bay battery charger
- Spare hot-swappable batteries
- Hand strap / shoulder strap
- RAM mount and VESA mount kits
- Carry case
13. Operating System Support
- Windows 10 Pro
- Windows 11 Pro
- Windows IoT Enterprise
- Linux (optional)
14. Application Suitability
- Industrial Tablet PC: Factory floors, control rooms, laboratories, warehouses, hospitals, office automation
- Rugged Tablet PC: Defence, railways, oil & gas, mining, construction, utilities, outdoor field operations, vehicle-mounted systems
Explanation:
What is an Industrial Tablet PC
An Industrial Tablet PC is a Windows-based tablet designed for reliable operation in controlled industrial and commercial environments. It is built using industrial-grade components to ensure long-term availability, stable performance, and continuous operation, but without heavy ruggedization. Industrial tablets are intended for indoor or semi-industrial use where extreme dust, water, shock, or temperature exposure is not expected.
Industrial Tablet PC
Key Characteristics
- Designed for controlled indoor environments
- Industrial plastic or light aluminium enclosure
- Slim, lightweight, and easy to handle
- Standard brightness display for indoor visibility
- Projected capacitive touch for bare-finger use
- Stable, low-power industrial processors
- Long product lifecycle and component availability
- Basic I/O such as USB, HDMI, audio, and LAN
- Built-in single battery
- Moderate operating temperature range
- Cost-effective compared to rugged devices
Why Industrial Tablet PC
Industrial Tablet PCs are used because they deliver dependable Windows computing for factories, control rooms, laboratories, warehouses, hospitals, and office automation at a lower cost and lower weight. They are ideal when the environment is predictable and the priority is stability, lifecycle support, and budget efficiency.
What is a Rugged Tablet PC
A Rugged Tablet PC is a heavy-duty mobile computing device engineered to operate in harsh, outdoor, and mission-critical environments. It is designed to withstand dust, water, vibration, shock, accidental drops, and wide temperature variations while maintaining continuous operation. Rugged tablets are built for situations where device failure is not acceptable.
Rugged Tablet PC
Key Characteristics
- Designed for harsh and outdoor environments
- Reinforced aluminium or magnesium alloy chassis
- Sealed construction for dust and water resistance
- High resistance to shock, vibration, and drops
- High-brightness, sunlight-readable display
- Touch operation with gloves or wet hands
- Wide operating temperature range
- Advanced I/O including serial ports and docking connectors
- Removable battery with optional dual battery and hot-swap
- Compliance with industrial and military standards
Why Rugged Tablet PC
Rugged Tablet PCs are selected because they ensure maximum reliability and uptime in defence, railways, oil & gas, mining, construction, utilities, and vehicle-mounted applications. Their robust design minimizes downtime, prevents data loss, and reduces total cost of ownership in demanding field conditions.