Advantech New IECEx/ATEX-certified Panel PC, SPC-618WE RPL for Smart Industrial Hazardous Environments
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Taipei, Taiwan, Jan, 2025 - Advantech (TWSE: 2395), a global leader in IoT intelligent systems and embedded platforms, launches the SPC-618WE RPL, the first explosion-proof touch panel computer in the SPC-600 series that achieves both IECEx/ATEX Zone and Class I Division II certifications (C1D2). This new product integrates the latest 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 processor and a specialized impact-resistant touch panel, specifically designed for high-risk industrial environments, including oil and gas, chemical, and pharmaceutical sectors. As Industry 4.0 drives the increasing demand for high-performance computing in hazardous areas, the SPC-618WE delivers a comprehensive solution that combines advanced computing capabilities with robust safety features.
High-Performance Computing: Enabling Smart Operations in Hazardous Environments
The SPC-618WE RPL features a 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-1365URE deca-core processor, integrated with 32GB of high-speed DDR5 memory and an industrial-grade sTLC SSD, enabling smart operations while maintaining explosion-proof integrity. This high-performance configuration empowers digital transformation in hazardous areas, supporting demanding applications such as real-time process monitoring and multi-parameter analysis in chemical plants, AI-powered visual inspection in pharmaceutical production lines, and big data analytics in oil refineries. The adoption of the latest processor platform also ensures long-term product availability, helping customers minimize future upgrades and maintenance costs.
Comprehensive Protection Beyond Industry Standard
Building on hazardous area certifications, Advantech has gained global recognition in explosion-proof markets with the SPC-618WE RPL through IECEx/ATEX Zone 2/22 and C1D2 certifications. The product incorporates industrial-grade safety features including an ex-rated tempered glass touch panel with PCAP technology that passes rigorous impact resistance testing and achieves IP66 ingress protection. It operates reliably in temperatures from -20 to 60°C, meeting the stringent requirements of various hazardous environments.
Global Certification Framework for Worldwide Deployment
The multiple certifications of the SPC-618WE RPL enables seamless integration into hazardous applications across major global markets. Advantech plans to expand the SPC-600 series product line in the second half of 2024, introducing multiple display sizes to provide customers with more comprehensive solutions.
The SPC-618WE RPL represents a significant milestone in Advantech's explosion-proof product line, setting new standards for computing performance and safety in hazardous industrial environments. This innovative solution empowers customers to accelerate their digital transformation while ensuring operational safety in challenging environments. For more information, please visit www.advantech.com or contact your local Advantech representative.
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