Thanks to the ongoing development towards 5G technology and the use of compatible mobile devices such as the IS540.1, companies can digitalize their production facilities and processes even further and fully utilize applications such as remote maintenance, IIOT and augmented reality now also in the sensitive Ex zones. The 5G concept offers particular advantages where machines communicate with each other, large amounts of data are exchanged almost in real time and latencies must be minimal. This makes 5G a key technology for new automation applications. Fields of application for the new IS540.1 industrial smartphone from i.safe MOBILE are scenarios in hazardous areas involving autonomous driving on campus grounds, platooning (automated column transports e.g. on large company premises with 5G campus network), control and monitoring of mobile robots, near real-time monitoring in process automation, workflow in the control loop and in plant management, logistics management, asset tracking and site access tracking.

When developing the IS540.1 smartphone, the i.safe MOBILE R&D team paid special attention to performance, safety, clarity and usability.  Thanks to the high-performance Qualcomm® QCM6490 chipset, the smartphone has powerful AI and computing functions, while the 48 MP main camera offers highest image quality. Dual Band Wi-Fi 6 (with 2.4 and 5 GHz support) connectivity enables additional efficiency gains, faster data transmission at higher data rates in industrial communications.

Peripheral devices such as a wired RSM (IS-HS2.1) for secure PTT/PoC communication, a high-performance barcode scanner (IS-TH2xx.1) or a thermal camera (IS-TC1A.1) can be connected via the 16-pin ISM interface.

Technical highlights of IS540.1

• Qualcomm QCM6490 8-core processor
• 6-inch Full HD display (1080 x 2160 pixels) with Gorilla Glass® V3
• 48 MP camera / 5 MP front camera
• Android 12
• Amplified speakers (103 dB)
• Extensive frequency bands
• 4400 mAh battery (replaceable)
• 16-pin ISM interface (e.g. for PoC/PTT)
• Programmable side button (e.g. for PoC/PTT)
• Programmable red button (e.g. for lone worker protection/SOS)

Detailed technical information on the product and the data sheet can be found here.

The IS540.1 is available immediately.