Hazardous Area Computers from Computer Dynamics

Hazardous area computers and monitors function to provide computer controls or information while preventing or containing an explosion.

Computer Dynamics manufactures hazardous area computers and monitors for the numerous work environments in demand of versatile, yet reliable operator interfaces. Our custom solution capabilities allow us to develop flat panel display systems, both computers and monitors, as rugged industrial workstations, ready for all environments.

Our hazardous area computers feature display choices of 10.4" VGA and 15" XGA, resistive or near field imaging touchscreens, and are powered by a Pentium-class SBC up to 1 GHz.

The Class I, Division 2, 10.4" hazardous area computer combines an AMTFT display, 333 MHz AMD K6-2 computing engine and PC/104 expansion. Operator interface is accomplished through the resistive touchscreen, external mouse or an external keyboard (using external PS/2 connectors). To offer flexibility to the end-user, the Survivor-C10 flat panel computer offers 10/100BaseT or coax Ethernet, including PC/104 expansion (additional PC/104 modules require approval). Its sturdy enclosure design features quick-release latches which let the user easily detach the computer and display portion from the touchscreen and front bezel. This simple access permits quick on-site maintenance, system upgrades, software changes and field replaceability of backlights.

With their sunlight readable displays, Survivor-C15 and Survivor-WildCat™ hazardous area computers are HAZLOC approved and ruggedized for use in virtually any environment. Along with an elaborate thermal management system, they sport a NEMA 4 environmentally sealed aluminum fabricated enclosure. The Class I, Division 2 Survivor-WildCat's enclosure provides corrosion resistance, as well. Based on our SBC-PIII single board computer with an Intel Pentium III 1 GHz processor, 256M (512M on WildCat) SDRAM with three (3) network options including wireless Ethernet through PCMCIA expansion, this system is truly unparalleled in the industry.

To offer a sunlight readable display with minimal temperature rise, the 15" AMTFT LCD utilizes Computer Dynamics’ backlighting system. Viewing enhancement filters are included to reduce sunlight loading. Sunlight readable displays provide 900 nit brightness. For reliable operation, an impact-resistant Near Field Imaging (NFI) touchscreen with anti-glare and scratch resistant screen is standard.

Survivor-LightLink is a Class I, Division 1 and 2-compliant flat panel display monitor that is connected to its host computer via fiber optics. All signals including video, RS-232 (for touchscreen data), PS2 mouse and keyboard are transmitted over a single pair of eye-safe fiber optic cables. This monitor comprises a small transmitter/receiver box mounted at the host computer, and a display system consisting of the display, touchscreen and associated interface electronics. The 15" AMTFT LCD is available as a 900-nit Ultra-HiBrite, sunlight-readable display for outdoor applications. A near field imaging touchscreen is available for operator interface. This monitor is housed in a painted formed aluminum enclosure that is designed to dissipate heat adequately. Mounting options include pedestal, wall or hanging mounts. An industrial keyboard/mouse is also available.

Bring us your application requirements and allow our talented group of application engineers to help design the best, most cost-effective solutions, whether based on existing products or custom derivations of our standard platforms tuned to your specific needs. Our custom solution capabilities allow us to meet specific hazardous area computer requirements.

Computer Dynamics, Inc., 7640 Pelham Road, Greenville, SC 29615
864-627-8800 (phone); 864-675-0106 (fax); CDIsales@gefanuc.com (general e-mail); www.cdynamics.com
Computer Dynamics manufactures hazardous area computers and monitors for the numerous work environments in demand of versatile, yet reliable operator interfaces.