ecom instruments Smart-Ex 03 DZ1 5G Smartphone

The ecom instruments Smart-Ex 03 DZ1 5G Smartphone is built for teams that need cellular communication, field applications, scanning, documentation and positioning inside classified hazardous areas. Its main practical advantage is the combination of Zone 1/21 and Class I, II and III Division 1 suitability with 5G NR, enterprise Wi-Fi, a glove-operable display, and programmable push-to-talk, alarm and multifunction buttons. A facilities or operations manager can equip a worker for calls, data, task apps, image capture and emergency procedures on the same handheld. IP68 protection per EN/IEC 60529, MIL-STD-810H, shock- and scratch-resistant Gorilla Glass, and operation from -20 to 60 °C support field deployment across changing conditions. This positioning is relevant wherever site rules require an approved device before entry into a classified work area.

ecom instruments Smart-Ex 03 DZ1 5G Smartphone in daily work

The device supports 2G, 3G, 4G LTE and 5G NR across an extensive set of bands, giving an IT team options when aligning it with the cellular services available at a site. It is Wi-Fi 6E ready and supports 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/e/k/r/v for enterprise deployments. Bluetooth 5.2 BLE works alongside NFC and USB Type-C, while the combination of eSIM and nano-SIM provides flexibility when arranging business lines. GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS and BeiDou also support location-dependent workflows without limiting an application to a single satellite system.

Smart-Ex 03 DZ1 runs Android 15 on the Qualcomm Snapdragon QCM6490 and SDR753 platform with full 3GPP Release 15 support. Its 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage provide a defined base for enterprise apps and field files. Because there is no SD-card extension, storage allocation and file-retention policies can be set before rollout. Android Enterprise Recommended status and Common Criteria certification give IT administrators clear checkpoints for device evaluation. Security updates are scheduled every 90 days until October 2030, which helps teams map the handset to their planned management and security lifecycle.

A field interface for scanning and fast communication

The capacitive multitouch display measures 6 inches, or 15.24 cm, and has a resolution of 1080 x 2160. It can be operated while wearing gloves and uses shock- and scratch-resistant Gorilla Glass, so workers can interact with job forms and task screens without relying entirely on bare-hand touch. Physical controls include a programmable push-to-talk button, an alarm button and a multifunction button, plus volume controls and a power button with a fingerprint sensor. These controls let an operations team map frequent communication or alert actions to buttons that remain easy to reach while moving around a site.

The 13 MP rear camera has an LED flash, phase-detection autofocus and optimization for scanning. It can support barcode or asset-label capture as well as visual documentation within a work process. A 5 MP front camera is also present, while the main camera records at 1080p, 720p and 480p. An administrator can therefore select a recording setting that fits the application, storage plan and upload policy. Biometric, accelerometer, gyrometer, magnetometer, barometer, proximity and ambient-light sensors are available for enterprise applications designed to use those inputs.

Fit for Saudi industrial and operational sites

The hazardous-area classification makes the handset relevant to operations and maintenance teams in energy, processing and industrial facilities that contain Zone 1/21 work areas. Security and safety teams can use the dedicated alarm control and buttons intended to support lone-worker protection, while the PTT button can be mapped into an approved push-to-talk workflow. During asset inspections, the scanning-oriented camera, NFC and satellite positioning can support identity capture, images and location-aware tasks. Inside facilities, enterprise Wi-Fi support and the listed roaming-related standards provide a basis for connecting work applications over the internal wireless network.

For projects using international or North American classification schemes, the device carries ATEX approval EPS 23 ATEX 1 094 X, IECEx approval IECEx EPS 23.0021X and UKCA approval EPS23 UKEX 1 095 X. Its NEC/CEC approval E115956_PRJ-17072 covers Class I Division 1 Groups A-D T4, Class II Division 1 Groups E-G T4, and Class III Division 1. The safety team should match the exact approval marking to the site’s area classification and project requirements before deployment, instead of relying only on the general product category.

DZ1 positioning and deployment planning

When comparing Smart-Ex 03 variants, the central decision for DZ1 is its positioning for Zone 1/21 and Class I, II and III Division 1. Selection can therefore begin with the facility’s hazardous-area map, followed by cellular, Android management and accessory requirements. PTCRB and GCF certifications provide additional checkpoints for cellular evaluation. Google ARCore readiness is also relevant to application teams planning compatible augmented-reality workflows. Where this version matches both the site’s classification and its applications, buyers can combine enterprise smartphone tasks and physical push-to-talk procedures on the same device.

The handset measures 84 x 172 x 18 mm, with a specified depth of 25 mm at its thicker section, and weighs 400 g. These dimensions help a deployment team select carry equipment, storage positions and charging-dock space. The Li-Ion battery has a capacity of 4400 mAh. Charging is available through USB Type-C or the charging pads intended for an accessory docking station. A 3.5 mm audio interface supports legacy and standard audio accessories as well as updated PTT accessories, allowing existing audio equipment to be reviewed before replacements are ordered.

The delivery scope includes the Smart-Ex 03 handset, Li-Ion battery, charger, USB cable, screwdriver and documentation. A rollout procedure can start by checking those items, fitting the battery, enrolling the handset into Android management, configuring Wi-Fi and SIM services, and programming the PTT, alarm and multifunction buttons according to site policy. The camera, scanning, NFC, positioning and audio accessories can then be tested inside the actual business applications. The retailer-stated warranty is 12 months, so the receiving team can record delivery timing and confirm coverage terms with the supplier in the asset file.

Package Contents

• Smart-Ex® 03
• Li-Ion battery
• Charger
• USB cable
• Screwdriver
• Documentation