Aegex

Aegex tablets are used wherever workers need computing inside hazardous, classified areas. In the Rugged catalogue both models are mapped to oil and gas, energy and utilities, industrial manufacturing, marine and offshore, natural resources and mining, construction, emergency services, and defence and military. Typical applications include ATEX and hazardous-area data capture, field data capture and reporting, health, safety and compliance inspections, preventive and corrective maintenance, process control and shop-floor monitoring, and secure communications. The certified intrinsic safety means staff can use a single connected device across both safe and classified zones. The right model depends on the zone and environment, so confirm certification on the product page.

Aegex is a manufacturer of intrinsically safe tablets designed for hazardous environments where conventional electronics cannot be used safely. In the Rugged catalogue the range includes the Aegex10-IS and the Aegex 100M, both Windows-based rugged tablets certified for use in explosive atmospheres. They are engineered for industries such as oil and gas, chemical processing, mining, energy and utilities, marine and offshore, and defence. The devices combine certified intrinsic safety with sealed, durable construction and full Windows computing, so field workers can capture data and communicate inside classified zones. Exact certifications and specifications differ between the two models, so confirm the detail on the relevant product page.

Aegex tablets are certified for intrinsic safety under ATEX and IECEx standards. The Aegex10-IS is certified to ATEX and IECEx Zone 1, and to UL 913 Class I, II and III Division 1, making it suitable for areas where an explosive atmosphere is likely during normal operation. The Aegex 100M is certified to ATEX Zone 1, with Zone 0 capability when used with the Aegex leather case, alongside IECEx and UL 913. Zone 0 covers areas where an explosive atmosphere is present continuously or for long periods. Because zone coverage and conditions vary by model and accessory, always confirm the exact certification on the product page.

Intrinsically safe means the device is engineered so it cannot release enough electrical or thermal energy to ignite a surrounding explosive atmosphere of gas, vapour or dust. Aegex tablets are certified to recognised intrinsic safety standards rather than simply being rugged. The Aegex10-IS is certified by SGS to UL 913 Class I, II and III Division 1, and to ATEX and IECEx Zone 1, with defined temperature classes and an IP65 seal. This allows the tablet to be carried and operated inside classified hazardous zones where standard tablets are prohibited. The precise certification marks and temperature limits are listed on each product page and should be confirmed before deployment.

Aegex tablets pair intrinsic safety with rugged, sealed construction for harsh field use. The Aegex10-IS is rated IP65, protecting against dust and water ingress, with an impact-resistant exterior and an operating temperature range of -10°C to +50°C. The Aegex 100M is rated IP67 for ingress protection, meets MIL-STD-810G for shock and vibration resistance, offers corrosion resistance and operates from -20°C to +55°C. Both are designed for continuous-duty use in demanding industrial settings such as refineries, petrochemical plants and mines. Sealing and temperature ratings differ between the two models, so confirm the IP rating and environmental limits on the specific product page.

Yes. Aegex tablets are full Windows computing devices rather than limited handhelds. The Aegex10-IS supports Windows 10 Pro, with Android 5.1 also available, and includes security features such as TPM 2.0, BitLocker and Intel silicon-level protection. The Aegex 100M runs Windows 11 IoT and adds Intel TXE Boot Guard, firmware TPM and BitLocker. This lets organisations run standard Windows applications, management tools and security policies inside hazardous areas, treating the tablet as part of the corporate estate. Processor, memory, storage and operating-system options vary by model and configuration, so confirm the build you need on the relevant product page.

Aegex tablets are built to stay connected in the field. The Aegex10-IS offers 4G LTE, dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n at 2.4GHz and 5GHz, Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy, NFC and RFID, plus GPS and GLONASS positioning. The Aegex 100M provides Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, optional worldwide LTE, and GPS, GLONASS and Galileo location. Both include cameras, microphones and stereo speakers for capture and communication, with docking and port options for wired links and peripherals. Connectivity options differ between models and configurations, so confirm the exact wireless, location and port specification on the relevant product page.

Both are intrinsically safe Windows tablets, but they differ in specification. The Aegex10-IS is certified to ATEX and IECEx Zone 1 and UL 913 Class I, II, III Division 1, rated IP65, runs Windows 10 Pro with an Intel Atom processor, 4GB RAM and 128GB storage, and has a 10.1-inch Full HD Plus display. The Aegex 100M extends this with ATEX Zone 1 certification, Zone 0 capability using the Aegex leather case, IP67 sealing, MIL-STD-810G durability, a higher-resolution WQXGA glove-usable display, Windows 11 IoT, 8GB RAM, 256GB storage and dual batteries. Confirm the exact build and certification you require on each product page.