W80N-EX N5100 8 Inch Explosion-Proof Windows ATEX II 2GD Tablet

Sometimes the 10-inch tablet is too big for the crawlspace and the 6.5-inch handheld is too small for the drawing. The W80N-EX sits in between: an 8-inch Windows tablet at 834g that one hand can hold while the other works — running the same inspection apps, digital forms and equipment documentation as the bigger models. Same certificates, same Ex markings, less to carry. The N5100 inside is honest hardware: fine for forms, records and field clients, not the right choice for heavy diagnostic suites — that's what the W30UPro-EX (Core Ultra 7) is for.

Petrochemical Inspection Rounds

An appropriately certified configuration can support digital checklists, asset records, maintenance instructions and incident documentation in refineries, tank farms or chemical-processing facilities. Confirm the area classification and site operating procedure before deployment.

Light Equipment Utilities and Network Access

RJ45, USB and Micro HDMI support approved wired network access, peripheral use and external-display workflows. Validate the target software, cables, attached equipment and permitted connection procedure for the classified area.

Hazardous-Area Barcode and Asset Workflows

An approved 2D scanner, NFC or UHF configuration can support inventory, maintenance and asset-identification processes. Reading distance, label type, radio frequency, Windows driver and certificate coverage must match the project.

Mining Records and Field Communication

The Ex ib I Mb route with MA/KA is intended for qualified Chinese mining projects. Confirm both document numbers, model suffix, mine type, radio configuration and accessories before the device is taken underground.

Compact Document and Form Access

The 8-inch format is easier to carry than larger 10.1-inch or 13.3-inch Windows models for route-based work. It is best for concise forms, reference documents and light clients rather than dense drawings or complex multi-window applications.

RTK-Enabled Positioning Projects

The optional RTK function may support higher-precision field positioning after the receiver, antenna, correction service, regional bands, software and accuracy are validated. Standard GPS/GLONASS positioning is meter-level. Centimeter-level work requires the RTK option listed above.

Ex Explosion-Proof Certificate

Ex ib IIC T4 Gb / Ex ib IIIC T130°C Db  CQC 25.0251X

EX ib I Mb       CCRI 23.7461

II 2GD Ex ib IIC T5 Gb / Ex ib IIIC T95°C DbNo. 6G250731.SCIQT36

Why Choose W80N-EX?

Choose W80N-EX when the workflow needs a compact 8-inch Windows device, low-power fanless operation, fixed internal battery and practical RJ45/Micro HDMI/USB connectivity. It is a good fit for forms, records, manuals and light utilities where portability matters more than a large workspace or Core-class performance.

W80N-EX vs W80NX-EX

Choose W80N-EX for its fixed built-in 5550mAh battery and compact multi-interface approach. Choose W80NX-EX when a removable 4700mAh battery and planned safe-area battery rotation are more important. Verify the exact certificate and battery procedure for either model.

W80N-EX vs W80Y-EX

Choose W80N-EX for N5100 efficiency, light Windows tasks and acquisition-cost control. Choose W80Y-EX when the application genuinely needs higher Core-processor performance. Benchmark the actual software rather than choosing by processor family alone.

W80N-EX vs W10N-EX

Choose W80N-EX for the smaller 8-inch format and built-in RJ45/Micro HDMI connectivity. Choose the 10.1-inch W10N-EX when a larger workspace or its model-specific interface configuration is more important. Do not copy W10N-EX serial-port claims onto W80N-EX.

W80N-EX vs W30UPro-EX

Choose W80N-EX for compact route-based work and light applications. Choose W30UPro-EX for a 13.3-inch engineering workspace, substantially higher Core Ultra performance, NPU-capable applications, broader expansion and controlled dual-battery continuity.

W80N-EX vs W65G-EX Handheld

Choose W80N-EX when Windows applications, an 8-inch display and RJ45/Micro HDMI matter. Choose W65G-EX when the smaller 6.5-inch form and one-hand, scan-led handheld workflow take priority.

When Is W80N-EX Not the Right Choice?

Do not select W80N-EX for sustained heavy engineering workloads, dense drawings, an assumed serial interface, battery-swapping operations, an unspecified certificate package, Zone 0/20 based on the Gb/Db markings, or simultaneous use of every optional module. Choose the certified configuration only after the software, I/O, battery, display and regional radio requirements are defined.

Frequently Asked Questions about W80N-EX ATEX Explosion-Proof Tablet 

1. What is the W80N-EX best suited for?

W80N-EX is designed for compact Windows workflows such as inspection forms, asset records, manuals, remote clients and light equipment utilities. Its main advantages are the 8-inch format, fanless N5100 platform and built-in RJ45/Micro HDMI connectivity.

2. Which explosion-protection configurations are for W80N-EX?

The Ex ib IIC T4 Gb and Ex ib IIIC T130°C Db petrochemical markings, an Ex ib I Mb mining configuration with MA/KA, and an ATEX II 2GD configuration marked Ex ib IIC T5 Gb / Ex ib IIIC T95°C Db. Confirm the exact certificate and approved BOM for the quoted unit.

3. Does every W80N-EX unit carry all petrochemical, MA/KA and ATEX approvals?

Do not assume so. The markings may belong to different certificate packages or product configurations. The quotation, label, certificate, schedule and supplied accessories must identify what applies to the ordered device.

4. Can W80N-EX be used in Zone 1 gas areas?

Yes — EPL Gb is the Zone 1 (and Zone 2) protection level. Final suitability still requires the exact certificate: IIC gas group, T4 or T5 temperature class, ambient range and site assessment all have to match. 

5. Can W80N-EX be used in Zone 21 combustible-dust areas?

Yes — EPL Db is the Zone 21 (and Zone 22) rating. Confirm whether the certificate specifies T130°C or T95°C for the quoted unit, together with the IIIC group and ambient range.

6. Is W80N-EX suitable for coal mines or other mines?

The Ex ib I Mb configuration with MA/KA. Verify both document numbers, validity, model suffix, mine type, battery, radios and modules with the responsible project authority before underground use.

7. Is W80N-EX suitable for Zone 0 or Zone 20?

No Zone 0 or Zone 20 claim should be made from Gb and Db markings. Those areas normally require a higher Equipment Protection Level. Request a separate compliance review when Zone 0 or Zone 20 is specified.

8. Is IP68 the same as explosion-proof certification?

No. IP68 addresses dust and water ingress under defined test conditions. Explosion-protection certification addresses ignition risk in explosive atmospheres. An ordinary IP68 tablet is not automatically suitable for a hazardous area.

9. What processor does W80N-EX use, and what workloads fit it?

It uses the Intel Celeron N5100 with four cores, four threads and burst frequency up to 2.8GHz. It fits forms, documents, browser tools and light client software; validate proprietary applications and avoid describing it as workstation-class performance.

10. Does W80N-EX ship with Windows 10 or Windows 11?

Windows 10 is the standard certified image; Windows 11 is available as a custom build. The OS image is part of the certified configuration, so confirm it at order time — an in-place upgrade on your own is not covered by the certificate.

11. What memory and storage configurations are available?

8GB + 128GB as standard and 16GB + 256GB as a custom option. 

12. Is the 8-inch display suitable for outdoor use and gloves?

The standard 1280 × 800 IPS panel is 700 cd/m² with ten-point G+G glove touch. Brightness alone does not prove full-sun readability, so validate reflections and viewing conditions. 

13. Is the W80N-EX battery removable?

No. The standard 5550mAh, 7.6V battery is built in and non-removable. 

The middle size of the family — same certificates, less to carry. Tell us the destination country, your Zone and gas/dust group (or your mine-safety authority), and the modules you need, and we'll come back with the certified configuration and its certificate copy.