Pepperl+Fuchs Launches 5G Smartphone for Hazardous Environments

The Smart-Ex 03 smartphone from Pepperl+Fuchs combines 5G and Wi-Fi 6-enabled connectivity with the cutting-edge AndroidTM 13 operating system.

With support for eSIMs, it is equipped for flexible worldwide use in public and private mobile networks.

Fast and secure transmission supports data transfers of up to 10 Gbit per second with a claimed latency of less than 5 milliseconds. enabling collaboration, remote support, video conferencing or push-to-talk.

The manufacturer describes the Smart-Ex 03 is "predestined for a wide range of applications", including communication, digital workflows and work order management, operational safety, scanning, asset management, predictive maintenance, augmented reality applications or IoT integration.

"Employees along the entire value chain in the process industry, the hydrogen industry, the energy industry or battery production benefit from end-to-end digital processes right into hazardous areas", Pepperl+Fuchs adds.