Smart-Ex® 03 DZ2 smartphone for Zone 2/22 & DIV 2-Pepperl+Fuchs

Overview

The Pepperl+Fuchs Smart-Ex 03 DZ2 is an intrinsically safe 5G smartphone engineered for digital workflows in hazardous industrial areas. Certified for Zone 2/22 and Division 2 atmospheres, it brings enterprise-grade mobile computing, voice communication, and data capture directly to the field, allowing operators to run work orders, inspection checklists, and asset documentation safely at the point of work.

Built on the collaboration between Pepperl+Fuchs, ECOM Instruments, and Aava Mobile, the Smart-Ex 03 combines intrinsically safe hardware design with a modern 6-inch Android 13 operating system. With 5G and Wi-Fi 6 readiness plus up to 128GB of internal memory, the device is prepared for future-oriented applications such as AR-assisted maintenance, IIoT data collection, and real-time video support.

Engineering & Design

The device is designed around a single hardware version that covers major 5G, 4G, 3G, and 2G cellular networks for worldwide use in areas with increased risk of explosion. The intrinsically safe construction follows the requirements of the hazardous area directives, allowing direct use in Zone 2/22 and Division 2 environments without additional protective enclosures.

The 6-inch touchscreen is optimised for gloved operation, while the Android 13 platform provides a familiar mobile experience with enterprise security management. With global network support, the smartphone is suitable for international operations, enabling seamless communication between field workers and control rooms in oil and gas, chemical, and pharmaceutical plants.

Key Features

• Intrinsically safe design certified for Zone 2/22 and Division 2 hazardous areas
• 5G, 4G, 3G, and 2G cellular support for worldwide public and private networks
• 6-inch display with Android 13 operating system
• Up to 128GB internal memory for apps, documentation, and media
• Wi-Fi 6 ready connectivity for high-capacity industrial Wi-Fi networks
• Built on proven intrinsically safe expertise of ECOM Instruments
• Industrial tablet and wireless technology from Aava Mobile
• Ideal for digital work order management and field inspection workflows

Applications

• Oil and gas production and processing plants
• Chemical and petrochemical facilities
• Pharmaceutical manufacturing environments
• Maintenance, inspection, and work order management in hazardous zones
• AR-assisted remote support and documentation workflows
• IIoT data capture and field reporting

Specifications

Deploying the Pepperl+Fuchs Smart-Ex 03 DZ2 allows organisations to bring the same digital tools used in the office directly into hazardous zones, improving data accuracy and response times. Because the device is intrinsically safe, operators can carry the Pepperl+Fuchs Smart-Ex 03 DZ2 through classified areas without stopping to remove or exchange equipment at zone boundaries.

For hazardous area mobility programmes, the Pepperl+Fuchs Smart-Ex 03 DZ2 is a reference device. Seven Star LLC supplies the Smart-Ex 03 with accessories and regional support, helping you deploy it across your sites efficiently.

Why Seven Star LLC

Seven Star LLC supplies the Pepperl+Fuchs Smart-Ex 03 DZ2 with full product documentation, supporting hazardous area compliance reviews and device configuration for industrial mobility projects. Our team assists with selecting the correct intrinsically safe mobile device for your zone classification and application.

As a B2B supplier based in Oman, we provide regional support for oil and gas, chemical, and industrial customers deploying mobile workforce solutions across the GCC.

Device Management & Security

The Android 13 platform of the Smart-Ex 03 DZ2 supports enterprise mobile device management, allowing IT teams to enforce security policies, deploy applications, and manage device lifecycles centrally. This integration capability is essential for industrial organisations that must balance field mobility with corporate security requirements.

With worldwide 5G, 4G, 3G, and 2G coverage in a single hardware version, fleets of devices can be standardised globally, simplifying logistics, spare management, and training across sites and regions.

Also available: Pepperl+Fuchs Tab-Ex 05 DZ1 WWAN Hazardous Area Tablet

Request a Quote for Smart-Ex® 03 DZ2 smartphone for Zone 2/22 & DIV 2-Pepperl+Fuchs

For the Pepperl+Fuchs Smart-Ex 03 DZ2, intrinsically safe 5G smartphone or any related control and instrumentation requirement, contact the Seven Star LLC team. Submit a formal inquiry through our RFQ page with your configuration and application details, and our specialists will respond with a detailed commercial proposal and the official Pepperl+Fuchs documentation.

Choosing the Right Device for the Zone

The first check is the hazardous area classification of the places where the phone will be carried. The Smart-Ex 03 DZ2 is intended for Zone 2/22 and Division 2 areas. If users also enter Zone 1 or Division 1 areas, a Zone 1 certified device is needed instead, because a phone certified for Zone 2 must not be taken into a Zone 1 area. Review the certificate markings against your site’s area classification drawings and the requirements of your permit system before rolling devices out.

• Confirm the gas and dust zones, gas groups and temperature class required on site.
• Check which cellular bands and private network or Wi-Fi infrastructure the device must work with.
• Decide which approved accessories (chargers, cases, headsets) will be used; only accessories covered by the certification should be used in the hazardous area.

Deployment and Integration

Before issuing devices, enrol them in your mobile device management platform, apply security policies, and install the work order, inspection or messaging apps used on site. Test the apps with gloves on and in bright outdoor light, and confirm connectivity in the plant areas where signal may be weak, such as inside process modules or near large steel structures. Train users on charging rules, which normally require charging outside the hazardous area, and on inspecting the device for damage.

Care and Inspection

• Inspect housings, screens and battery covers regularly; a cracked device should be withdrawn from hazardous-area use.
• Do not open, repair or replace batteries except as permitted by the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Keep software up to date through your device management system.
• Keep a register of devices, certificates and inspection dates for audits.

Use in Oman and the GCC

Operators in Oman’s upstream fields, gas plants, refineries and petrochemical complexes are moving paper permits, inspection rounds and maintenance records onto mobile devices. The Pepperl+Fuchs Smart-Ex 03 DZ2 lets field technicians in Zone 2 areas use the same digital tools as office staff, while supervisors can support them remotely by voice or video.

Supply from Seven Star LLC

Seven Star LLC supplies hazardous-area mobile devices and accessories to industrial customers across Oman and the GCC. Tell us your zone classification, quantity and network requirements, and we will propose suitable models and confirm delivery times.

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