RG540 RugGear 5G Smartphone for MCPTX

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Designed for high-demand industrial and field communication, the RG540 RugGear 5G Smartphone for MCPTX delivers robust performance in tough conditions. It features a 6-inch Corning Gorilla Glass display that supports glove and wet operation, ideal for rigorous use. The device supports extensive 5G and LTE bands ensuring reliable connectivity across various network environments. Powered by an octa-core processor and running Android 12, it handles real-time push-to-talk, voice, video, and data tasks efficiently. The RG540 meets IP68 ingress protection and MIL-STD-810H standards, making it resistant to dust, water, shock, and temperature extremes common in industrial settings.

A 4400 mAh removable battery supports extended use without interruption. USB-C and 16-pin interfaces enhance versatility for accessories and charging, while dual microphones and a loudspeaker provide clear audio in noisy environments. GPS and multiple location services add to its field readiness. The phone’s design focuses on continuous-duty communication and operational longevity for professionals needing reliable, field-ready devices.

RG540 Features

  • IP68 rated enclosure
  • MIL-STD-810H certified for shock and vibration
  • 5G multi-band connectivity for global coverage
  • Corning Gorilla Glass with wet and glove operation
  • Removable 4400 mAh battery for extended field use

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Manufacturer

Certifications & Standards

Ruggedness

IP Rating

Mounting Format

Screen Size

Operating System

Country Of Manufacture

Germany

Operating system

Android™ 12, with GMS (supports patch updates and major version upgrade)

Display

6.0-inch FHD / 1080 x 2160 pixels;Corning® Gorilla® Glass,Wet & Glove operation

Capacity

128 GB (supports MicroSD up to 512 GB)

Battery

4400 mAh, Removable

Color

Black + Yellow

Memory

8 GB

Size and weight

180 X 84.5 x 19.5 mm, 420 g

CPU

QCM6490, Octa-core, 2.7 GHz, 3GPP R15

Camera

Rear 48 MP(PDAF) / Front: 5 MP (FF)

Cellular and wireless

GSM: 850/900/1800/1900 MHz WCDMA: B1/2/4/5/8

US Version

TDD-LTE: B38/39/40/41(full)/42/43/48 FDD-LTE: B1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 7 / 8 /12 / 13 / 14 / 17 / 20 / 25 / 26 / 28 / 29 / 30 / 66 / 71

EU Version

TDD-LTE: B34/B38/39/40/41(full)/42/43/48 FDD-LTE: B1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/20/25/26/28/29/30/66/68/71

Both versions

5G NR: n1 / n2 / n3 / n5 / n7 / n8 / n12 / n20 / n25 / n28 / n38 / n30/ n40/ n41 / n48/ n66 / n71 / n77 / n78 / n79 VoNR, VoLTE, Vi-LTE and VoWiFi support CBRS Band , EmBMS support

Audio

2W Φ32 loud speaker,≥103 db Dual MIC noise reduction

Bluetooth®

V 5.2

Wi-Fi®

802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/e/k/r/v, supports Wi-Fi 6, seamless roaming

Location

GPS (A-GPS), GLONASS (A-GLONASS), Galilleo, Beidou

NFC

supported

I/O Ports

USB-C (USB3.1) / 16-pin interface

Playback

Audio: MP3, PCM, AAC/AAC+/eAAC+, WMA, FLAC, ALAC, Vorbis, AIFF, APE Video: H.264, MPEG-2 (non-secure only), VP9 (8-bit and 10-bit), HEVC (8-bit and 10-bit), HEIF/HEIC

Sensors

P/L sensor, Accel, Gyro,E-compass, Barometer

Apps included

Google apps, LWP (Lone Worker Protection ),customkey

SIM card

Nano SIM + eSIM

Accessories(Optional)

Desktop Charger, 16-pin PTT headset / RSM, Belt clip

Certification

IP68 & MIL-STD 810H

The RG540 RugGear 5G Smartphone for MCPTX is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The RG540 supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.

Common deployment industries include: Construction, Defence And Military, Emergency Services, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Natural Resources and Mining, Oil and Gas.

Across these sectors, the RG540 is typically used in applications such as Emergency Dispatch And Incident Management, Field Data Capture And Reporting, Health, Safety, And Compliance Inspections, Mobile Workforce Operations, Predictive Maintenance And Condition Monitoring, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, Route Planning And Navigation, Secure Communications And Command-And-Control.

These examples demonstrate the versatility of the RG540 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 RG540 is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.

The RG540 RugGear 5G Smartphone for MCPTX comes with a 1 Year Rtb Limited Warranty 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, RG540 RugGear 5G Smartphone for MCPTX, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the RG540 RugGear 5G Smartphone for MCPTX 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 RG540 RugGear 5G Smartphone for MCPTX, 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 Ruggear RG540 or need a custom solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.

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