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Ecom Instruments

Ecom Instruments is a German maker of explosion-protected mobile devices, founded in 1986 by Rolf Nied and based in Assamstadt. It makes intrinsically safe smartphones, tablets, handhelds and lights for Zone 1/21 and Zone 2/22 areas. Pepperl+Fuchs acquired ecom in 2016, and the company continues to develop its devices in Assamstadt. Seven Star LLC, an independent supplier in Oman, lists the Ecom Smart-Ex 03 DZ1 5G smartphone and the Ecom Tab-Ex 03 DZ1 tablet, both for Zone 1/21, and sources other Ecom intrinsically safe phones, tablets and handhelds on request.

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About Ecom Instruments

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Founded
1986
Headquarters
Assamstadt, Germany
Speciality
Mobile devices for hazardous areas
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Ecom Instruments is a German maker of explosion-protected mobile devices, founded in 1986 by Rolf Nied and based in Assamstadt. It makes intrinsically safe smartphones, tablets, handhelds and lights for Zone 1/21 and Zone 2/22 areas. Pepperl+Fuchs acquired ecom in 2016, and the company continues to develop its devices in Assamstadt.

Seven Star LLC, an independent supplier in Oman, lists the Ecom Smart-Ex 03 DZ1 5G smartphone and the Ecom Tab-Ex 03 DZ1 tablet, both for Zone 1/21, and sources other Ecom intrinsically safe phones, tablets and handhelds on request.

Ecom Instruments company profile

Founded 1986, Germany
Founder Rolf Nied
Headquarters Assamstadt, Germany
Ownership Pepperl+Fuchs, since 2016
Product families Smart-Ex 03 and Smart-Ex 203 smartphones, Tab-Ex 03 tablets, intrinsically safe handhelds, lamps and accessories

Milestones

  • 1986: Rolf Nied founds ecom instruments.
  • 2016: Pepperl+Fuchs acquires ecom.

Ecom devices listed here

The Smart-Ex 03 is a 5G smartphone and the Tab-Ex 03 is a tablet. The letters DZ1 in both names mark the version certified for Zone 1/21 areas. The manufacturer’s current tablet listing features the Tab-Ex 05, so we confirm which tablet generation can be ordered.

Where Ecom mobile devices are used

Refineries, gas plants, chemical sites, tank farms and offshore platforms issue these devices to operators and maintenance crews. The deciding factor is always the area classification. A device must carry a certificate that covers the zone, gas or dust group and temperature class of the place where it will be used.

Ecom Instruments products we list

Family Examples
Industrial Computers Ecom Smart-Ex 03 DZ1 Zone 1/21 5G Smartp…, Ecom Smart-Ex 203 Zone 2/22 5G Smartphone, Ecom Tab-Ex 03 DZ1 Zone 1/21 Hazardous A…
Industrial Communications Ecom ATEX Intrinsically Safe Phones

Ordering Ecom devices: what we need

State the exact model and version (for example Smart-Ex 03 DZ1), the hazardous area classification, the certification scheme your site accepts, the regional network variant, and accessories such as chargers and spare batteries. Accessories for Ex devices are certified items too, so list them by part number where you can.

Facts checked against Pepperl+Fuchs' 2016 acquisition release, October 2026.

Request a Quote for Ecom Instruments Products

Looking for Ecom Instruments parts not listed here, or pricing for a project? Send us the part numbers and quantities. Seven Star LLC sources genuine Ecom Instruments products for customers across Oman and the GCC and replies with a formal quotation.

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FAQ

Questions about Ecom Instruments

Common questions about Ecom Instruments equipment, part numbers and supply to Oman and the GCC.

01What does DZ1 mean in an Ecom model name?
It identifies the version of the device for Zone 1/21 hazardous areas, as shown in the titles of the Smart-Ex 03 DZ1 and Tab-Ex 03 DZ1. The Smart-Ex 03 is also offered as DZ2, the version for Zone 2/22. Always quote the full name including these letters, because versions that look the same are certified differently.
02How do I check that an Ecom device suits my hazardous area?
Compare the Ex marking on the device certificate with your area classification: zone, gas or dust group, and temperature class. Also check that the certification scheme, such as ATEX or IECEx, is the one your site accepts. On request we obtain the manufacturer's certificate for the exact model so your safety department can review it before purchase.
03Can I use ordinary chargers, cases or batteries with an Ecom Ex device?
Use only accessories the manufacturer lists for that model. With intrinsically safe devices the battery, case and anything connected to the device are part of the certified system, and charging is normally done outside the hazardous area. Send the device model and we will request the matching accessory part numbers.
04Does the Smart-Ex 03 work on mobile networks in the Gulf?
The Smart-Ex 03 is a 5G smartphone, and phones of this kind are produced in regional variants with different band support. Tell us the country and the operator you use. We ask for the variant intended for that region and send the manufacturer's band list for you to confirm with your operator.
05Is Seven Star LLC a distributor of Ecom Instruments?
No. Seven Star LLC is an independent supplier and is not a distributor or agent of Ecom Instruments. We source Ecom intrinsically safe mobile devices through commercial channels, check the model or order code against the manufacturer's documentation before ordering, and provide the manufacturer's datasheet and the certificates the manufacturer issues with the order on request.