Smart-Ex 203 ATEX Smartphone Zone 2 & Zone 22 | Pepperl & Fuchs


Smart-Ex 203 ATEX Smartphone Zone 2 & Zone 22
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Product Code: SMART-EX203

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The Pepperl+Fuchs Smart-Ex 203 is a rugged 5G industrial smartphone developed for safe mobile working in Zone 2 gas and Zone 22 dust hazardous areas. Designed for teams who need the functionality of a modern Android device in classified environments, it supports communication, inspection reporting, digital work orders, remote assistance and connected worker applications without relying on standard consumer smartphones.

Built on an Android 14 enterprise platform, the Smart-Ex 203 combines high-speed 5G, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, GPS and dual SIM connectivity with ATEX, IECEx and NEC/CEC Zone 2/22 approvals. Its 6.3-inch display, 48 MP rear camera, IP68 ingress protection and MIL-STD-810H ruggedness make it suitable for demanding industrial sites where durability, certification and secure mobile access are essential.


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Product Overview

The Smart-Ex 203 is built on a ruggedised industrial platform with Android 14 and comprehensive connectivity including 5G NR, Wi-Fi 6/6E, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC and dual-SIM support, providing reliable data communication and voice services in the field. Its 6.3-inch FHD+ touchscreen is designed for practical use in demanding industrial settings. The device also integrates a 48 MP rear camera with autofocus and LED flash plus a 16 MP front camera, enabling documentation, inspection photos and AR-enabled workflows.

In terms of ruggedness and durability, the Pepperl+Fuchs Smart-Ex 203 meets IP68 ingress protection standards against dust and water and is certified to MIL-STD-810H durability, making it suitable for drops, vibration and tough industrial environments. Combined with a robust 4500 mAh battery and long-term security update support, it delivers a future-ready mobile solution for Zone 2 and Zone 22 enterprise deployments.

Contact our trusted experts – place an order or find out more about the Smart-Ex 203 for your operations. Thorne & Derrick International, based in the UK, supplies ATEX Mobile Phones & Smartphones and hazardous area communication devices, providing technical advice, quotations and fast worldwide delivery for both UK & export projects.

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Technical Specifications

PEPPERL+FUCHS SMART-EX 203 – Technical Specifications

Product Range Smart-Ex 203
Processor Qualcomm QCM4490 3GPP Rel 16 support
RAM 8 GByte
Internal Memory 128 GByte
Operating System Android™ 14
Screen Size 16 cm / 6.3 inch
Resolution 1080 x 2340 (FHD+)
Touchscreen Capacitive multitouch
Panel Type TFT
Main Camera 48 MP with autofocus and LED flash
Front Camera 16 MP
Battery Li-ion 3.8 V / 4500 mAh / 17.1 Wh
Mobile Networks 5G NR, WWAN, 4G LTE
Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 6e (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
Bluetooth 5.2 (BLE supported)
GPS GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou
SIM Dual SIM (eSIM + nano-SIM)
Dimensions (W x H x D) 86 mm x 177 mm x 17 mm
Weight 365 g
Protection IP68, MIL-STD-810H
ATEX Marking Ex ic IIC T4 Gc; Ex ic IIIC T135°C Dc
IECEx Marking Ex ic IIC T4 Gc; Ex ic IIIC T135°C Dc
NEC/CEC Rating Class I, Div 2, Gr A-D T4; Class II, Div 2, Gr F,G T4

Key Benefits

✔ Certified for Zone 2/22 hazardous areas, supporting safe communication in explosive gas and dust environments

✔ 5G and Wi-Fi 6/6E connectivity enables fast data transfer, field reporting and remote collaboration

✔ Android 14 enterprise platform supports secure deployment and long-term mobile device management

✔ 6.3″ FHD+ display improves usability for field teams in demanding industrial conditions

✔ IP68 and MIL-STD-810H ruggedness protects against dust, water, impact and vibration

✔ 48 MP rear camera and 16 MP front camera support inspections, documentation and remote assistance

✔ Dual SIM capability provides flexible connectivity across sites, operators and regions

✔ Programmable buttons support push-to-talk, emergency alerts and workflow shortcuts

✔ NFC and GPS functionality support access control, asset tracking and location-based workflows

✔ Suitable for maintenance, inspection, operations and connected worker applications


Applications

✔ Hazardous area communication in Zone 2 and Zone 22 environments

✔ Digital work orders, inspection checklists and field service management

✔ Asset inspection, defect reporting and photographic documentation

✔ Push-to-talk communication and field team coordination

✔ Remote support, video collaboration and maintenance assistance

✔ Lone worker safety and connected worker applications

✔ GPS-based location support and site navigation

✔ NFC-enabled asset identification, access control and workflow processes

✔ Integration with industrial IoT, maintenance and enterprise mobility platforms


Certifications

The Smart-Ex 203 is certified for use in ATEX Zone 2 gas and Zone 22 dust hazardous areas, with IECEx approvals confirming suitability for explosive atmospheres where correctly specified. Its Ex ic protection concept supports safe use in classified industrial environments requiring approved mobile communication equipment.

In addition to explosion safety certifications, the smartphone carries an IP68 ingress protection rating and MIL-STD-810H compliance for rugged performance against shock, dust and moisture. Android Enterprise support and ARCore compatibility further underline its suitability for secure corporate deployment and advanced industrial applications.

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IECEx Certified

For product details, specifications and quotation support, view this Smart-Ex 203 product page before downloading the datasheet.

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