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Durabook R8-EX
Combining a compact, highly portable form factor with rugged protection for hazardous environments, the R8-EX fully rugged Windows Ex tablet delivers a powerful balance of performance, mobility, and reliability. Powered by Intel® 12th Generation processors, it is designed for professionals working at the edge, providing dependable computing capabilities wherever critical tasks need to be performed. Its 8-inch LCD display features Durabook’s proprietary DynaVue® technology, delivering clear and comfortable viewing even under direct sunlight.
Weighing just 0.88 kg (1.94 lbs), the R8-EX features Coolfinity™ fanless thermal technology for quiet operation and enhanced reliability. With ATEX Zone 2/22 certification, an IP66 rating, six-foot drop resistance, and MIL-STD-810H certification, the R8-EX is engineered to withstand demanding conditions while providing certified protection for potentially explosive environments. Designed for hazardous-area applications, it enables professionals to perform digital workflows, remote support, inspections, and field operations with confidence.
Powered by Intel® 12th Generation processors and Intel® UHD Graphics, the R8-EX fully rugged Windows Ex tablet delivers reliable computing performance in a compact and lightweight form factor. Designed for ATEX Zone 2/22 hazardous environments, it combines certified protection with advanced connectivity, including Thunderbolt™ 4, 4G LTE, GPS, Intel® Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth® 5.3, enabling seamless communication and data access in the field. A 2MP front camera and optional 11MP rear camera further support inspections, documentation, and remote operations, making the R8-EX a versatile solution for demanding hazardous-area applications.
The R8-EX fully rugged Windows Ex tablet is ATEX Zone 2/22 certified, providing trusted protection for mobile computing in potentially explosive atmospheres. Designed for frontline professionals, it enables reliable access to critical information, remote support, diagnostics, and field documentation while delivering the rugged performance required for demanding hazardous-area operations.
Small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, the R8-EX fully rugged Windows Ex tablet is designed for easy carrying and mobility in demanding field environments. Weighing just 0.88 kg (1.94 lbs), its compact 8-inch form factor provides the portability needed for frontline professionals working in hazardous areas.
Featuring Coolfinity™ fanless thermal technology, the R8-EX operates quietly while eliminating moving parts associated with traditional cooling systems. This enhances reliability, reduces potential points of failure and helps minimise downtime, making it an ideal mobile computing solution for ATEX Zone 2/22 hazardous-area operations where safety, mobility, and dependable performance are essential.
The robust design of the R8-EX fully rugged Windows Ex tablet gives field professionals the confidence to perform critical tasks in demanding environments. Built for outdoor operations and heavy workloads, it combines rugged durability with ATEX Zone 2/22 certification for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
MIL-STD-810H certified and drop-tested from up to 6 feet, with an IP66 rating for protection against dust, dirt, and water ingress, the R8-EX is engineered to withstand challenging field conditions. Together with its ATEX-certified protection, it provides a dependable mobile computing platform for digital workflows, remote support, inspections, and critical operations in hazardous areas.
The R8-EX features an 8-inch 1280 × 800 LCD display with Durabook’s proprietary DynaVue® technology, delivering up to 800 nits of brightness for clear, sunlight-readable viewing even in direct sunlight. Supporting both landscape and portrait orientations, the display allows users to work comfortably with applications in the orientation best suited to their tasks.
For reliable operation in diverse field conditions, the R8-EX supports four advanced touch modes—Glove, Stylus, Water, and Finger—ensuring responsive interaction whether users are wearing protective gloves or working in wet environments. An optional digitizer further enhances input flexibility, making the R8-EX well suited for demanding indoor and outdoor operations.
Designed for extended field operations, the R8-EX delivers up to 8.5 hours of runtime with its replaceable main battery, helping professionals stay productive throughout the workday. For longer deployments, an optional high-capacity battery provides up to 17 hours of battery life, enabling professionals in hazardous environments to work across multiple shifts with less downtime and fewer interruptions for recharging.
Choose the Durabook R8-EX from SafeCom Mobile for a powerful combination of ATEX Zone 2/22 certified protection, rugged durability, mobility, and reliable Windows performance. Designed for hazardous-area operations, the R8-EX enables professionals to work confidently with advanced computing, connectivity, and field-ready features in demanding environments.
Looking for a reliable ATEX Zone 2/22 fully rugged Windows Ex tablet? Discover the R8-EX and explore our full range of rugged computing solutions here.
HIGH-PERFORMANCE COMPUTING. ATEX-CERTIFIED SAFETY.
Powered by Intel® 12th Generation processors and Intel® UHD Graphics, the R8-EX fully rugged Windows Ex tablet delivers reliable computing performance in a compact and lightweight form factor. Designed for ATEX Zone 2/22 hazardous environments, it combines certified protection with advanced connectivity, including Thunderbolt™ 4, 4G LTE, GPS, Intel® Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth® 5.3, enabling seamless communication and data access in the field. A 2MP front camera and optional 11MP rear camera further support inspections, documentation, and remote operations, making the R8-EX a versatile solution for demanding hazardous-area applications.
ATEX Zone 2/22 HAZARDOUS-AREA PROTECTION
The R8-EX fully rugged Windows Ex tablet is ATEX Zone 2/22 certified, providing trusted protection for mobile computing in potentially explosive atmospheres. Designed for frontline professionals, it enables reliable access to critical information, remote support, diagnostics, and field documentation while delivering the rugged performance required for demanding hazardous-area operations.
COMPACT, FANLESS, AND RUGGED
Small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, the R8-EX fully rugged Windows Ex tablet is designed for easy carrying and mobility in demanding field environments. Weighing just 0.88 kg (1.94 lbs), its compact 8-inch form factor provides the portability needed for frontline professionals working in hazardous areas.
Featuring Coolfinity™ fanless thermal technology, the R8-EX operates quietly while eliminating moving parts associated with traditional cooling systems. This enhances reliability, reduces potential points of failure and helps minimise downtime, making it an ideal mobile computing solution for ATEX Zone 2/22 hazardous-area operations where safety, mobility, and dependable performance are essential.
RUGGED DESIGN. CERTIFIED PROTECTION.
The robust design of the R8-EX fully rugged Windows Ex tablet gives field professionals the confidence to perform critical tasks in demanding environments. Built for outdoor operations and heavy workloads, it combines rugged durability with ATEX Zone 2/22 certification for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
MIL-STD-810H certified and drop-tested from up to 6 feet, with an IP66 rating for protection against dust, dirt, and water ingress, the R8-EX is engineered to withstand challenging field conditions. Together with its ATEX-certified protection, it provides a dependable mobile computing platform for digital workflows, remote support, inspections, and critical operations in hazardous areas.
SUPERIOR VIEWING. ANY LIGHTING CONDITION.
The R8-EX features an 8-inch 1280 × 800 LCD display with Durabook’s proprietary DynaVue® technology, delivering up to 800 nits of brightness for clear, sunlight-readable viewing even in direct sunlight. Supporting both landscape and portrait orientations, the display allows users to work comfortably with applications in the orientation best suited to their tasks.
For reliable operation in diverse field conditions, the R8-EX supports four advanced touch modes—Glove, Stylus, Water, and Finger—ensuring responsive interaction whether users are wearing protective gloves or working in wet environments. An optional digitizer further enhances input flexibility, making the R8-EX well suited for demanding indoor and outdoor operations.
EXTENDED POWER. UNINTERRUPTED OPERATIONS.
Designed for extended field operations, the R8-EX delivers up to 8.5 hours of runtime with its replaceable main battery, helping professionals stay productive throughout the workday. For longer deployments, an optional high-capacity battery provides up to 17 hours of battery life, enabling professionals in hazardous environments to work across multiple shifts with less downtime and fewer interruptions for recharging.
Why Opt for SafeCom Mobile’s Durabook R8-EX?
Choose the Durabook R8-EX from SafeCom Mobile for a powerful combination of ATEX Zone 2/22 certified protection, rugged durability, mobility, and reliable Windows performance. Designed for hazardous-area operations, the R8-EX enables professionals to work confidently with advanced computing, connectivity, and field-ready features in demanding environments.
Looking for a reliable ATEX Zone 2/22 fully rugged Windows Ex tablet? Discover the R8-EX and explore our full range of rugged computing solutions here.
MIL-STD-810H certified (Drop, Shock, Vibration, Rain, Dust, Altitude, Freeze/Thaw, High/Low Temperature, Temperature Shock, Humidity, Explosive Atmosphere, Salt Fog)
ATEX Zone 2/22 certified
Ex II 3G Ex ic IIC T4 Gc
Ex II 3D Ex ic IIIB T135°C Dc
6′ drop 26 faces
IP 66 certified
Magnesium alloy chassis
Port covers
Sunlight readable display
Optional swappable battery technology
Display
8.0” LCD (1280 x 800)
800 nits DynaVue® sunlight readable display with capacitive multi-touch screen
Optional with digitizer
User selectable touch mode for Finger/Water, Glove or Stylus programmable function
Operating System
Windows® 11 Pro 64-bit
Processor
Intel® Core™ i7-1250U (12th Gen) Processor with vPro™ (12M Cache, up to 4.7 GHz, 2P+8E cores)
Intel® Core™ i5-1230U (12th Gen) Processor with vPro™ (12M Cache, up to 4.4 GHz, 2P+8E cores)
Intel® Pentium® Gold Processor 8500 (8M Cache, up to 4.4 GHz, 1P+4E cores)
Memory
Onboard 8GB up to 16GB (LPDDR4x)
Storage
128GB NVMe PCIe SSD
Optional 256GB/512GB/1TB PCIe SSD
Graphics
Intel® UHD Graphics
Camera
Integrated 2.0 MP front-facing camera
Optional 11.0 MP auto-focus rear camera with flash
Audio
Integrated microphone
Intel® High Definition Audio Compliant
Integrated speaker x 1
I/O Ports
Thunderbolt 4 x 1
USB 3.2 Gen2 (type C) x 1 (support DP)
Audio in/out (combo jack) x 1
microSD card (microSDXC) x 1
Docking connector (20-pin Pogo) x 1
Nano SIM card x 1
DC-In jack x 1
Optional USB 3.2 Gen1 (type A) x 12
Optional 1D/2D barcode reader x 12
Keyboard & Input
4 buttons (1 user-definable key)
Communications
Intel® Wi-Fi 6E AX211 (802.11 ax)
Bluetooth® V5.3
Optional dedicated GPS module1
Optional GPS and 4G LTE multi-carrier mobile broadband1
Security
Intel® vPro™ Technology (per CPU options)
TPM 2.0
NIST BIOS compliant
Stealth mode
Night vision mode
Power
AC adapter : 100-240V, 50Hz-60Hz, 65W
Main battery Li-Ion, 7.6V, 3600mAh, 8.5 hours3
Optional long life battery Li-Ion 7.6V, 7200mAh, 17 hours3
Optional swappable battery: 5 minutes swap time4
Environment
Temperature
Operating : – 20°C ~ 60°C / – 4°F ~ 140°F
Storage : – 46°C ~ 71°C / – 51°F ~ 160°F
Humidity : 5% ~ 95%
Dimension & Weight
227 mm (L) x 150 mm (W) x 20.5 mm (H)
0.88 kg
Warranty
3-year limited warranty standard
GPS/WWAN and dedicated GPS are mutually exclusive.
Mutually exclusive options.
Tested using the MobileMark 2014 battery life benchmark and using no cellular mobile broadband. Results may vary under different situations including hardware configuration, software, operating conditions, power management settings and other factors.
The system will stay operating (within 300 seconds in standby mode) when user swaps the battery.
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