Getac · Rugged tablet, Ex version
Getac K120-EX G3
- Zone 2/22
- ATEX
- IECEx
- IIC
- T4
The Getac K120-EX G3 is the hazardous-area version of a Getac rugged 12.5-inch tablet, certified for Zone 2/22 under IECEx. Getac also states ATEX certification, but the certificate isn't published. It is an intrinsically safe (Ex ic) design running Windows 11 Pro.
- Certified for
- Zone 2/22
- Protection
- Intrinsic safety (Ex ic) with inherently safe optical radiation (op is)
- Screen
- 12.5-inch
- Temperature class
- T4 (≤ 135 °C)
- Ambient temperature
- −21 °C to +55 °C
- Operating system
- Windows 11 Pro
- Security updates
- Supported while kept on a current Windows 11 version
- Weight
- 1700 g
- Price
- On request
Overview
Strengths and limitations
Strengths
- Optional built-in barcode imager
- 5G on cellular versions
- User-replaceable battery
Limitations
- Zone 2 only, so not for Zone 1 areas
- T4 temperature class: fine for most gases, but not those that ignite below 135 °C
Best for
Certification
Where you can use it
Gas
- Zone 0not certified.Explosive gas present continuously or for long periods
- Zone 1not certified.Explosive gas likely in normal operation
- Zone 2certified.Explosive gas unlikely, and only briefly
Dust
- Zone 20not certified.Combustible dust present continuously or for long periods
- Zone 21not certified.Combustible dust likely in normal operation
- Zone 22certified.Combustible dust unlikely, and only briefly
The Ex marking, decoded
Gas atmospheresZone 2
II3GExicop isIICT4Gc
IIEquipment group- Group II: equipment for surface industries (not mining).
3GATEX category- Category 3 for gas: suitable down to Zone 2.
ExExplosion protected- Certified to the IEC 60079 / EN 60079 series.
icProtection type- Intrinsic safety, level "ic": safe in normal operation. Zone 2 only.
op isProtection type- Inherently safe optical radiation: light from the camera flash or torch is limited below the level that could ignite the atmosphere.
IICGas group- Gas group IIC, e.g. hydrogen and acetylene. The most demanding group; also covers IIA and IIB.
T4Temperature class- Surface stays below 135 °C. T6 is the strictest class.
GcProtection level- Equipment protection level Gc (enhanced): suitable for Zone 2.
Dust atmospheresZone 22
II3DExicop isIIICT130°CDc
3DATEX category- Category 3 for dust: suitable down to Zone 22.
IIICDust group- Dust group IIIC: conductive dust. The most demanding group; also covers IIIA and IIIB.
T130°CMax surface temperature- Surface stays below 130°C in dust.
DcProtection level- Equipment protection level Dc (enhanced): suitable for Zone 22.
IIExicop is as above.
Gas atmospheresZone 2
Exicop isIICT4Gc
ExExplosion protected- Certified to the IEC 60079 / EN 60079 series.
icProtection type- Intrinsic safety, level "ic": safe in normal operation. Zone 2 only.
op isProtection type- Inherently safe optical radiation: light from the camera flash or torch is limited below the level that could ignite the atmosphere.
IICGas group- Gas group IIC, e.g. hydrogen and acetylene. The most demanding group; also covers IIA and IIB.
T4Temperature class- Surface stays below 135 °C. T6 is the strictest class.
GcProtection level- Equipment protection level Gc (enhanced): suitable for Zone 2.
Dust atmospheresZone 22
Exicop isIIICT130°CDc
IIICDust group- Dust group IIIC: conductive dust. The most demanding group; also covers IIIA and IIIB.
T130°CMax surface temperature- Surface stays below 130°C in dust.
DcProtection level- Equipment protection level Dc (enhanced): suitable for Zone 22.
Exicop is as above.
Safe use
Rules for the hazardous area
- Ambient temperature (Ta)
- −21 °C to +55 °C
- Charging
- Outside the hazardous area only
- Battery swap
- Outside the hazardous area only
- Ports and accessories in the zone
- All connection interfaces (USB, Thunderbolt, DC-in, docking connector, LAN, serial) must never be used in hazardous areas (certificate condition). Optional internal modules named in the certificate are covered as part of the certified tablet. LAN (RJ45), two Thunderbolt 4 and serial port are barred from hazardous areas.
- Certified accessories
- Named in the certificate: hand strap, shoulder strap, shoulder harness strap, digitizer pen and tether. Anti-static screen protection film made for hazardous use. No Ex-listed keyboard: the standard K120 has a keyboard but none is listed for the Ex model. NOT for hazardous areas: AC adapters, USB-C adapter, chargers, spare batteries and the spare SSD kit (non-hazardous areas only).Unconfirmed, see note 1
- Operating temperature
- −21 °C to +55 °C (standard K120: −29 to +63)
Conditions of use
Protect from excessive UV light and mechanical impact (reduced-height impact test). Connection interfaces never used in hazardous areas. Battery never changed, charged or removed in hazardous areas. Not next to strong charge-generating processes. Use only Li-ion battery BP3S1P2100S-01.
Specifications
Full specifications
Certification
- ATEX marking
- II 3G Ex ic op is IIC T4 Gc / II 3D Ex ic op is IIIC T130°C Dc
- ATEX certificate
- Not published
- IECEx marking
- Ex ic op is IIC T4 Gc / Ex ic op is IIIC T130°C Dc
- IECEx certificate
- IECEx EPS 25.0062X (Issue 0, 2025-12-09, model "K120-Exc")Unconfirmed, see note 2
- Other approvals
- MIL-STD-810H
- Protection level (EPL)
- Gc / Dc
- Dust group
- IIIC
- Max surface temperature (dust)
- 130 °C
Device
- Type
- Rugged tablet, Ex version
- Operating system
- Windows 11 Pro
- Edition
- Windows 11 ProUnconfirmed, see note 3
- Security updates
- Supported while kept on a current Windows 11 version
- Processor
- Intel Core i5-1335U / i5-1345U vPro / i7-1355U / i7-1365U vPro (13th gen)
- Processor architecture
- x86
- Memory (RAM)
- 16 (options 32, 64), DDR5
- Storage
- 256 GB NVMe (options up to 2000 GB)
Field capabilities
- Barcode scanning
- Built in (optional 1D/2D imager)
- RFID
- Built in (optional HF RFID reader)
- NFC reading
- Built in (via optional HF RFID reader)
- Remote expert / video calls
- Via app
- Windows desktop software
- Built in (Windows 11 Pro, x86)
Display and camera
- Display
- 12.5-inch
- Resolution
- 1920 × 1080
- Brightness
- 1200 nits
- Pen / stylus
- Dual-mode touch with digitizer pen
- Rear camera
- 8 MP autofocus
- Front camera
- 5 MP webcam or Windows Hello camera
Connectivity
- Network
- Wi-Fi 6E; optional 4G LTE, 5G Sub-6
- Wi-Fi
- Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 5.3
Physical and power
- Weight
- 1700 g
- Dimensions
- 329.5 × 238 × 24 mm
- Ingress protection
- IP66
- Ruggedness
- MIL-STD-810H; 1.8 m (6 ft) drop
- Battery
- 2 x 2100 typical (2040 min), 11.1 V
- Replaceable battery
- Yes
- Ports and expansion
- 2 x Thunderbolt 4, USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, RJ45, DC-in (optional), audio; optional serial, barcode, HF RFID, smart card; micro-SIM optional
- Docking
- Getac DS100 (G2-R datasheet lists it; not on the G3 datasheet)
- Keyboard
- Standard K120 is a convertible with keyboard; no keyboard in Ex datasheet
Controls & Accessibility
- Keys
- Power + 5 programmable buttons
- Push-to-talk key
- No
Fleet and support
- Manufacturer
- Getac Technology Corporation, Taiwan
Only specifications we could check are listed. A numbered marker next to a value means it is unconfirmed: it comes from a single or secondary source, or sources disagree. The matching note at the foot of the page explains each one. See the Getac Technology Corporation website for the full data sheet.
Compare
How it compares
Best in this comparison
| GetacGetac K120-EX G3This tablet | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Rugged tablet, Ex version | Rugged tablet, Ex version | Rugged tablet, Ex version | Rugged tablet, Ex version |
| Screen size | 12.5-inch | 11.6-inch | 10.1-inch | 10.1-inch |
| Availability | Current | Current | Current | Current |
| Gas zones | Zone 2 | Zone 2 | Zone 2 | Zone 2 |
| Dust zones | Zone 22 | Zone 22 | Zone 22 | — |
| Protection | Intrinsic safety (Ex ic) with inherently safe optical radiation (op is) | Intrinsic safety (Ex ic) | Intrinsic safety (Ex ic) with inherently safe optical radiation (op is) | Intrinsic safety (Ex ic) |
| Gas group | IIC | IIC | IIC | IIC |
| Temperature class | T4 | T4 | T4 | T4 |
| Certification | ATEX + IECEx | ATEX | ATEX + IECEx | ATEX + IECEx |
| North America | — | — | — | Class I Division 2 |
| Ambient temperature | −21 °C to +55 °C | — | −20 °C to +55 °C | −10 °C to +50 °C |
| Charging in the Ex area | Not allowed | Not allowed | Not allowed | Not allowed |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Professional | Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC |
| Security updates | Supported while kept on a current Windows 11 version | Supported while kept on a current Windows 11 version | Supported while kept on a current Windows 11 version | Until October 2034 |
| Weight | 1700 g | 1490 g | 1200 g (best in this comparison) | 1200 g (best in this comparison) |
| Display | 12.5-inch | 11.6-inch | 10.1-inch Optically bonded capacitive multi-touch, Corning Gorilla Glass, contrast 1000:1 | 10.1-inch IPS LED, optical bonding, anti-glare |
| 5G | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Pen / stylus | Dual-mode touch with digitizer pen | Optional digitizer | Passive stylus included (AI-powered touch control) | Capacitive stylus (included) |
| Replaceable battery | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Hot-swap battery | — | Optional bridge battery, 5 minute swap | Yes (true hot swap, minimum 60 seconds) | Yes, hot-swappable battery (swap outside hazardous areas per the Ex certificate) |
| Price | On request | On request | On request | On request |
FAQ
Common questions
Is the Getac K120-EX G3 certified for Zone 1?
No. It is certified for Zone 2/22 only, so it can be used in Zone 2 but not in Zone 1.
Can the Getac K120-EX G3 be used in Zone 0?
No. It is not certified for Zone 0. Zone 0 needs equipment with protection level Ga, such as Ex ia intrinsic safety.
What type of explosion protection does the Getac K120-EX G3 use?
It is intrinsically safe: intrinsic safety (Ex ic) with inherently safe optical radiation (op is). Intrinsic safety limits the electrical and thermal energy in the device below the level that could ignite the surrounding atmosphere.
What does T4 mean for the Getac K120-EX G3?
Its surface stays below 135 °C, so it is suitable for gases that only ignite above that temperature. Check the ignition temperature of the substances on your site.
Can you charge the Getac K120-EX G3 in a hazardous area?
No. The certificate only allows charging outside the hazardous area.
Which ports and accessories can be used with the Getac K120-EX G3 in the hazardous area?
All connection interfaces (USB, Thunderbolt, DC-in, docking connector, LAN, serial) must never be used in hazardous areas (certificate condition). Optional internal modules named in the certificate are covered as part of the certified tablet. LAN (RJ45), two Thunderbolt 4 and serial port are barred from hazardous areas.
What operating system does the Getac K120-EX G3 run?
Windows 11 Pro. Windows 11 has no fixed end date: Microsoft supports each version for about two years, so it keeps getting security updates while it's kept on a current version.
How much does the Getac K120-EX G3 cost?
Prices for certified hazardous-area tablets depend on volume, configuration and region, so they are on request. Contact us for a price.
Notes on unconfirmed values
- Not checked against the certificate for this exact model. Return to note 1
- Getac's certificate names the model with a 'c' suffix and doesn't name the generation. We matched it to this generation by its batteries, dust group and ambient range. Return to note 2
- The maker doesn't state the edition year. Return to note 3
Sources and verification
Facts last verified on against:
- IECEx / Bureau Veritas CPS Germany (EPS): IECEx EPS 25.0062X issue 0 (K120-Exc), 2025-12-09, Current
- Microsoft: Lifecycle: Windows 11 Home and Pro (25H2 end listed 10/13/2027; 24H2 10/14/2026)
- Getac: K120-EX (G3) product specification, generated 2026-08-06
- Getac: K120-EX accessory spec brochure
- Getac: K120 (standard, non-Ex) product specification, generated 2026-08-06
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