Hazardous Area Mobile Phones & Tablets – A Practical Guide to Safe Workplace Communication
Published 26 Feb 2026
Hazardous Area Mobile Phones & Tablets
In hazardous areas, communication and digital access must never compromise safety.
Standard consumer smartphones and tablets are not permitted in explosive gas or dust environments. Sparks, surface temperature, battery faults, or static discharge can create ignition risks.
These Hazardous area mobile and tablet computer devices manufactured by Pepperl & Fuchs are engineered to operate safely in Zone 1 and Zone 2 explosive atmospheres – enabling digital workflows, communication and reporting directly in the field.
Why Hazardous Area Mobile Devices ARE USEFUL
- Prevent ignition in explosive atmospheres
- Enable safe digital inspections and reporting
- Improve real-time communication
- Support connected worker strategies
- Maintain ATEX and IECEx compliance
EX03-dz1 – Intrinsically Safe Mobile Phone
The EX03-DZ1 is a compact hazardous area mobile phone designed for essential communication in explosive atmospheres.
With integrated 5G, Wi-Fi, GPS and NFC connectivity, the Smart-Ex 03 DZ1 provides a safe, efficient and future-ready mobile solution for demanding industrial environments.
It provides reliable voice communication in Zone 1 and Zone 2 environments while maintaining a rugged industrial design.
Ideal for: maintenance teams, plant operators and hazardous process environments requiring simple, dependable communication.
EX203 – Hazardous Area Smartphone
The EX203 combines smartphone functionality with certified hazardous area protection.
It combines modern mobile technology including 5G connectivity, Android 14, and advanced wireless features with ATEX, IECEx, and NEC/CEC Division 2/ Zone 2/22 safety certifications, enabling organisations to use a fully featured smartphone safely in classified hazardous zones where traditional consumer devices would be prohibited.
Designed for industrial users who require more than voice communication, it supports digital workflows, mobile apps and real-time data sharing.
Commonly used for: inspections, digital reporting, maintenance management systems and remote support.
EX05-DZ1 – Zone 1 Smartphone
The EX05-DZ1 is purpose-built for Zone 1 hazardous areas where explosive atmospheres are likely during normal operation.
Tab-Ex05-DZ1 is a verified as an Android Enterprise recommended device and integrates Samsung Knox security, providing advanced device protection, long-term software support and secure deployment across oil and gas, chemical and other hazardous industrial sectors globally.
It delivers advanced smartphone capability while maintaining strict intrinsic safety compliance.
Built for: oil & gas, petrochemical plants, chemical processing facilities.
EX05-DZ2 – Zone 2 Smartphone
The EX05-DZ2 provides high-performance smartphone functionality for Zone 2 hazardous areas.
It is suited to environments where explosive atmospheres occur infrequently but certified protection is still required.
Built on the Android™ platform, this advanced tablet combines modern connectivity, robust construction and intrinsic safety certifications to support safe and efficient digital workflows in Zone 2/22 and Division 2 hazardous areas.
Ideal for: process monitoring, inspection teams and routine plant operations.
EX05-D2 – Hazardous Area Tablet computer
The EX05-D2 is a rugged hazardous area tablet designed for data-intensive industrial applications.
Designed with a 8 Inch display, Android 14 operating systems and advanced security features, the EX05-D2 combines high performance with durability, including IP68 and MIL-STD-810H protection.
The EX05-D2 enables technicians to access drawings, asset systems and documentation directly within hazardous zones.
Commonly used in: energy, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals and heavy process industries.
Industries Using Hazardous Area Mobile Technology
- Oil & Gas
- Chemical & Petrochemical
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
- Energy & Power Generation
Choosing the Right Hazardous Area Device
Selecting the correct mobile device depends on:
- Zone classification (Zone 1 or Zone 2)
- Voice-only vs smartphone functionality
- Tablet requirement for drawings and documentation
- Environmental exposure and mechanical risk
- Digital workflow integration
Pepperl+Fuchs hazardous area mobile phones and tablets enable safe, compliant and connected operations where standard consumer devices cannot be used.
