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RuggOn PA-301 Rugged Tablet
For teams working across industrial and field environments, the RuggOn PA-301 Rugged Tablet offers a sealed and reinforced device designed to withstand dust, water sprays, and mechanical shocks. It is certified to MIL-STD-810G standards, proving resistance to drops from up to 1.22 metres and vibration stresses encountered in harsh conditions.
The PA-301 operates reliably within temperatures ranging from -20 °C to +50 °C, suitable for a range of outdoor and industrial settings. Its 7-inch capacitive multi-touch display supports clear visibility with up to 700 nits brightness for outdoor use. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, GPS, and optional 3.5G, enabling consistent communication during field deployments. This tablet is equipped with multiple I/O interfaces such as Ethernet, RS-232, USB, and docking connectors, supporting extensive peripheral use. Its rugged IP65-rated enclosure and vibration resistance ensure continuous-duty performance, making the PA-301 suitable for manufacturing, logistics, and field service applications.
PA-301 Features
- IP65 rated enclosure
- MIL-STD-810G certified drop and vibration resistance
- Wide operating temperature range -20 °C to +50 °C
- 7-inch capacitive multi-touch display with optional 700 nits sunlight readability
- Integrated Wi-Fi Bluetooth GPS and optional 3.5G connectivity
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Product Type
Manufacturer
Certifications & Standards
CE, IP65, MIL-STD-810G, RoHS
Ruggedness
Mounting Format
Screen Size
Processor
Operating System
Country Of Manufacture
Taiwan
Certifications
CE, RoHS compliant
Custom Options Products
Interface,Processor,Memory,Storage,Connections,Operating System
Dimensions
190.9 mm x 79.7 mm x 34.6 mm (7.5 x 3.1 x 1.3 in)
Humidity
90% relative at -30 C to +60 C; MIL-STD-810G 507.5 II
Operating System
Android
Operating Temperature
:-30 C to +60 C, MIL-STD-810G 501.5/502.5 I, II and III
Processor
Texas Instruments
Storage Temperature
:-40 C to +70 C, MIL-STD-810G 501.5/502.5 I, II and III
Accessories and Docking
5-pin USB connector
Camera
Front : 1.2MP Rear : 5MP with auto focus and LED flash
Data Capture
NFC 1D/2D barcode reader + Magnetic stripe reader (snap-on, option)
Display
7-inch 1280 x 800 WXGA 350 nit, optional 700 nits sunlight readable Capacitive multi-touch screen
Drop Test
4'/1.22 m; MIL-STD-810G 516.6 IV
Functional Shock/Altitude
15,000'/4,500+ m; MIL-STD-810G 500.5 I, II and III
Integrated Communications
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n Bluetooth V4.0 GPS Optional 3.5G
I/O Interfaces
Ethernet (RJ-45) x 1, RS-232 x 1 USB 2.0 x 1, Micro USB x 1 Micro SD slot x 1, Micro SIM slot x 1 Audio Jack (headphone/microphone combo) x 1 Speaker & microphone 32-pin docking connector x 1
Memory
1 GB RAM/4 GB iNAND Flash
MEMORY (Installed)
1GB
Operating System
Android 4.0
Power
External AC Power Adapter
Processor, Chipset
TI Dual Core Cortex A9 OMAP4470 1.5GHz 2GB LPDDR2 32GB eMMC (option 64GB)
Ruggedness/Durability
Shock & Vibration : MIL-STD-810G Drop : 5 feet drop IP65 resistant design Operating Temperature : -20 C to +50 C
Sound/Audio
Built in: Receiver, loud-speaker; mic
Storage
MicroSD, SDHC
Vibration
MIL-STD-810G, Method 514.6, Procedure I and II, Category 5
The RuggOn PA-301 Rugged Tablet is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The PA-301 supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Agriculture, Construction, Emergency Services, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Warehousing.
Across these sectors, the PA-301 is typically used in applications such as Asset Tracking And Management, Barcode And RFID Scanning, Field Data Capture And Reporting, Health, Safety, And Compliance Inspections, Mobile Workforce Operations, Preventive And Corrective Maintenance, Route Planning And Navigation, Surveying, Mapping, And GIS Data Capture.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the PA-301 across both industry sectors and real-world operational use cases. Its suitability extends well beyond the scenarios listed above, making it a flexible solution for a broad range of requirements.
For further information, or to assess whether the PA-301 is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The RuggOn PA-301 Rugged Tablet comes with a Standard Manufacturers Limited Warranty + Option To Extend against defects in workmanship and materials, effective from the date of shipment (unless otherwise agreed in writing).
To receive service under this warranty, the eligible product, RuggOn PA-301 Rugged Tablet, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the RuggOn PA-301 Rugged Tablet or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.
Do you need further details about the RuggOn PA-301 Rugged Tablet, or would you like to discuss a customised solution or demonstration?
At RUGGED, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the RuggON PA-301 or need a custom Rugged Tablet solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
RUGGED offers free technical support for the lifetime of products you purchase. This includes help with setup, troubleshooting, and integration. Support is available online or directly from the technical team
Rugged Limited understands that every business has unique requirements, which is why we offer comprehensive customisation options for our rugged tablets. When considering a rugged tablet from us, you can explore various ways to tailor the device to your operational needs. This ensures that the technology you deploy is not just robust, but also perfectly aligned with your workflows and applications.
Our customisation services aim to provide a truly bespoke solution, enhancing the functionality and efficiency of your new rugged tablet in challenging environments. Whether you have specific hardware or software needs, Rugged Limited is equipped to help you create a solution that drives productivity and delivers reliable performance.
When considering a
rugged tablet
for challenging work environments, vibration resistance is a key design feature. Many of the rugged tablets available from Rugged Limited are engineered to withstand significant vibrations, which is crucial for applications in vehicles, industrial settings, or field operations where equipment is regularly subjected to movement and shock. This robust construction ensures that sensitive internal components remain protected, preventing operational disruptions and data loss due to constant shaking or impact.
The enhanced durability against vibration contributes to the overall reliability and longevity of a
rugged tablet
, allowing users to maintain productivity without concerns about equipment failure in high-vibration scenarios.
Rugged tablets significantly reduce downtime by offering superior durability and resilience compared to standard consumer tablets. These devices are engineered to endure environments that would otherwise lead to frequent malfunctions and replacements, which in turn causes operational delays. For instance, a rugged tablet can withstand drops, vibrations, extreme temperatures, and exposure to dust and water, thanks to their robust construction and certifications like MIL-STD and IP ratings.
By proactively addressing common causes of device failure, Rugged Limited’s range of rugged tablets ensures that critical tasks can continue uninterrupted, minimising costly downtimes and maintaining productivity. This reliability is crucial for industries where equipment failure can have significant financial and operational consequences.
Rugged tablets are exceptionally well-suited for logistics operations due to their robust construction and advanced features designed to withstand challenging work environments. These devices are built to endure drops, vibrations, extreme temperatures, and exposure to dust and water, which are common occurrences in warehouses, shipping yards, and delivery routes.
Rugged Limited provides a range of rugged tablets that integrate seamlessly into logistics workflows. Their tablets offer capabilities like advanced GPS for route optimisation, barcode scanning for inventory management, and reliable connectivity for real-time data synchronisation. This ensures that logistics professionals can maintain productivity and accuracy, reducing downtime and improving operational efficiency.
The long battery life and bright, readable screens of a rugged tablet further enhance their utility in logistics, allowing for extended use throughout shifts and clear visibility even in outdoor settings or varying lighting conditions.
Rugged Limited’s tablets are engineered with advanced display technology that enables full functionality even when operating with gloves or wet hands. This feature is crucial for professionals working in industries such as construction, logistics, and field services, where removing gloves or ensuring dry hands is not always practical or safe. The responsive multi-touch screens are designed to accurately register inputs from various glove types, including thick work gloves, and maintain sensitivity when exposed to moisture.
This capability ensures uninterrupted workflow and enhanced productivity, allowing users to interact with their rugged tablet devices seamlessly, regardless of environmental conditions. From data entry to navigation and communication, the display’s resilience to water and glove contact makes Rugged Limited an indispensable tool for demanding work scenarios.
Rugged Tablets offer significant advantages over consumer tablets, particularly in environments where standard devices simply cannot withstand the rigours of daily use. While consumer tablets are designed for general use, a <strongRrugged Tablet is engineered to endure harsh conditions, making them ideal for industries like construction, logistics, and field services.
These robust devices typically feature:
- Enhanced Durability: They are built to military standards (e.g., MIL-STD-810G) for drops, shocks, and vibrations.
- IP Ratings: Offering ingress protection against dust and water, ensuring reliable operation in challenging weather or dirty conditions.
- Extended Battery Life: Designed for long shifts without frequent recharging.
- Optimised Screens: Gloved-touch, sunlight-readable displays enhance usability in various settings.
- Specialised Connectivity: Options for dedicated GPS, barcode scanners, and other industrial-specific peripherals.
Rugged Limited provides a range of these durable solutions, ensuring that businesses can maintain productivity and efficiency with reliable hardware. For more information on the available options and their benefits, you can explore our selection of Rugged Tablets.
Rugged Limited provides a diverse range of rugged tablets, many of which are available with either Windows or Android operating systems to suit different operational requirements. This flexibility ensures that businesses can integrate a rugged tablet seamlessly into their existing IT infrastructure and software ecosystems.
For example, some of our rugged tablet models are equipped with Android for applications that benefit from its intuitive interface and broad app availability, while others feature Windows for compatibility with desktop software and enterprise management tools. When choosing a rugged tablet, considering the operating system that best supports your specific workflows is crucial.
Yes, rugged tablets typically come with a higher price point compared to standard consumer tablets. This difference in cost is primarily attributed to the specialised design and manufacturing processes involved in creating a rugged device. Rugged tablets are engineered to withstand extreme conditions, including drops, shocks, vibrations, dust, and water exposure, which necessitates the use of more robust materials and advanced sealing techniques.
Furthermore, rugged tablets often incorporate features not found in consumer-grade devices, such as sunlight-readable displays, extended battery life, glove-friendly touchscreens, and advanced connectivity options like dedicated GPS or barcode scanners. These additions enhance their functionality and reliability in challenging professional environments, contributing to their overall higher cost. While the initial investment for a rugged tablet may be greater, their longevity and ability to perform in conditions where consumer tablets would fail often result in a lower total cost of ownership for businesses.

RuggON specialises in rugged tablets, vehicle mount computers, in vehicle data terminals and rugged handheld and OEM systems. A notable strength is its in vehicle and vehicle mount range, including the VULCAN vehicle mount computers and RuggVMC data terminals, which suit fleet, logistics, warehousing and transport operations. Alongside these, RuggON produces fully rugged tablets for mobile field use and OEM rugged computers, including a military panel PC, for integration into specialist systems. This breadth lets the brand serve both mobile workers and fixed in vehicle or embedded applications. RuggON’s focus is purpose built ruggedness engineered for sustained industrial and field deployment.
Yes. Vehicle mount and in vehicle computing is one of RuggON’s core strengths. The range includes the VULCAN line of vehicle mount computers and the RuggVMC family of in vehicle data terminals, designed for fleet, logistics, warehousing, ports and transport operations. These devices are engineered to handle the vibration, shock, dust and temperature variation of vehicle based use, and to mount securely in cabs, forklifts and other equipment. RuggON also offers handheld and tablet form factors for operators who move between vehicle and on foot tasks. Exact specifications, mounting options and connectivity vary by model, so review each product page to match the device to the vehicle environment.
RuggON engineers its rugged tablets, vehicle mount computers and data terminals to recognised durability standards, commonly including IP ingress protection and testing to MIL-STD-810 for shock, vibration, drop and environmental resilience, which matters for handheld and in vehicle use alike. Exact ratings vary between models and form factors, so the specification of each device should be confirmed on its product page before purchase. This engineering is what allows RuggON hardware to operate reliably through the dust, knocks, moisture and temperature swings of industrial, transport and field environments, where standard commercial devices would quickly fail and cause costly downtime.
Yes. RuggON’s range includes OEM rugged computers and a military panel PC within its RUGGED O.E.M line, designed for integration into specialist and embedded systems where standard hardware is unsuitable. These products serve applications that require rugged computing built into larger platforms, vehicles or fixed installations, including defence and industrial automation contexts. Alongside the OEM line, RuggON offers fully rugged tablets, handhelds and vehicle mount computers, giving system integrators a single rugged source across multiple form factors. Configurations, certifications and integration options vary by model, so buyers and integrators should confirm the exact specification on the individual product page when planning a deployment.
RuggON rugged hardware is used across logistics, warehousing, ports, transport and fleet operations, field service, manufacturing and industrial automation, with OEM and military panel options extending into defence and embedded systems. Its vehicle mount computers and in vehicle data terminals are particularly suited to fleet and warehouse environments, while its rugged tablets and handhelds support mobile field workers. These are settings where vibration, dust, moisture and temperature extremes are constant and equipment reliability directly affects throughput and uptime. The breadth of RuggON’s range lets organisations standardise on one rugged brand across vehicle mounted, handheld and embedded applications within a single operation.
Buyers choose RuggON for purpose engineered rugged hardware across a wide range of form factors, from handheld tablets to vehicle mount computers and OEM panel PCs. Its particular strength in in vehicle and vehicle mount computing makes it a strong fit for logistics, fleet, warehousing and transport operations, while its rugged tablets and handhelds suit mobile field work. Devices are engineered to recognised standards such as IP ingress protection and MIL-STD-810 testing on many models, supporting reliable operation in dusty, vibrating and variable temperature environments. For organisations that need both mobile and fixed in vehicle rugged devices, RuggON offers consistent ruggedness across the whole deployment from one source.
RuggON’s range includes a GNSS RTK flight controller within its rugged data terminal line, aimed at high precision positioning and control applications such as unmanned and survey related tasks. This sits alongside its rugged tablets, handhelds and vehicle mount computers, broadening RuggON’s coverage into precision positioning use cases. As with all specialist devices, the exact GNSS capability, accuracy and configuration vary by model, so buyers should confirm the full specification on the individual product page to ensure the device meets the positioning and platform requirements of their application. This breadth illustrates how RuggON extends rugged engineering beyond conventional mobile computing.
RuggON is a Taiwanese manufacturer of rugged computing hardware, with a catalogue spanning rugged tablets, handheld data terminals, in vehicle and vehicle mount computers, and OEM rugged systems. The brand is built around devices that operate reliably in demanding industrial, transport and field environments where vibration, dust, moisture and temperature extremes are routine. RuggON’s range reaches from handheld rugged tablets to fixed vehicle mount terminals and military grade panel PCs, giving it broad coverage across mobile and embedded use cases. Buyers choose RuggON when they need purpose engineered rugged hardware for logistics, fleet, field and industrial deployments rather than consumer devices adapted for tough conditions.










