Wolverine Flat Panel Computer

The Ruffneck Zone 1, an explosion-proof, sunlight-readable flat panel computer for ATEX Zone 1 applications, can be utilized in virtually any environment. It includes an elaborate thermal management system with heaters to allow operational temperature ranges down to -40° C. The NEMA 4 environmentally sealed enclosure with corrosion resistance provides protection against falling dirt, rain, sleet, snow, windblown dust, splashing water, hose-directed water, and the external formation of ice.

Based on a single board computer with an Intel® Pentium® M 1.6 GHz processor, the Ruffneck Zone 1 can be configured with up to 2 GB DDRAM and 40 GB hard drive, CompactFlash optional. The unit offers two (2) network options including wireless Ethernet, and features a watchdog timer and software dimming.

To provide sunlight readability with minimal temperature rise, the 15" AMTFT LCD utilizes Computer Dynamics' passive enhancements. Viewing enhancement filters are included to reduce sunlight loading. For reliable operation in environments where bare and/or gloved hands interface with the unit, an impact-resistant, projected capacitive touchscreen protected with an anti-scratch/anti-glare coating on polycarbonate is standard.

In addition to meeting the needs of customers in the HAZLOC environment, the Ruffneck Zone 1 reduces ongoing maintenance time and costs by not requiring a purge device to achieve Zone 1 certifications.