Zebra · Rugged tablet, Ex version
Zebra L10 ATEX (Windows)
- Discontinued
- Zone 2/22
- ATEX
- IECEx
- IIC
- T6
Discontinued. Zebra no longer sells the L10 Windows range; its ATEX versions aren't in Zebra's current range.
The Zebra L10 ATEX (Windows) is the hazardous-area version of a Zebra rugged 10.1-inch tablet, certified for Zone 2/22 under ATEX and IECEx. It is an increased-safety (Ex ec) design running Windows 10 Pro. It has been discontinued.
- Certified for
- Zone 2/22
- Protection
- Increased safety (Ex ec)
- Screen
- 10.1-inch
- Temperature class
- T6 (≤ 85 °C)
- Ambient temperature
- +5 °C to +35 °C (IECEx TUR 19.0052X, RTL10B1)Unconfirmed, see note 1
- Operating system
- Windows 10 Pro
- Security updates
- Ended October 2025Unconfirmed, see note 2
- Price
- On request
Overview
Strengths and limitations
Strengths
- ATEX and IECEx certified, with published certificate numbers
- T6 temperature class, the strictest rating
- Built-in barcode imager
- User-replaceable battery
Limitations
- No longer in the maker's current range
- Zone 2 only, so not for Zone 1 areas
- Dust group IIIB: combustible flyings and non-conductive dust only, not conductive dust
- Ambient rating tops out at +35 °C
- Not certified below 5 °C ambient
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
ATEXCertificate TÜV 18 ATEX 8246 X
Gas atmospheresZone 2
II3GExecIICT6Gc
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.
ecProtection type- Increased safety, level "ec": extra measures against sparks, arcs and hot surfaces in normal operation. Zone 2 only.
IICGas group- Gas group IIC, e.g. hydrogen and acetylene. The most demanding group; also covers IIA and IIB.
T6Temperature class- Surface stays below 85 °C. T6 is the strictest class.
GcProtection level- Equipment protection level Gc (enhanced): suitable for Zone 2.
Dust atmospheresZone 22
II3DExtcIIIBT85°CDc
3DATEX category- Category 3 for dust: suitable down to Zone 22.
tcProtection type- Protection by enclosure for dust, level "tc": suitable for Zone 22.
IIIBDust group- Dust group IIIB: non-conductive dust. Also covers IIIA.
T85°CMax surface temperature- Surface stays below 85°C in dust.
DcProtection level- Equipment protection level Dc (enhanced): suitable for Zone 22.
IIEx as above.
IECExCertificate No IECEx certificate TUR 18.0036X in the public database. 18.0036 is IECEx test report DE/TUR/ExTR18.0036/00Xplore Technologies Corp., 2019-05-10
Gas atmospheresZone 2
ExecIICT6Gc
ExExplosion protected- Certified to the IEC 60079 / EN 60079 series.
ecProtection type- Increased safety, level "ec": extra measures against sparks, arcs and hot surfaces in normal operation. Zone 2 only.
IICGas group- Gas group IIC, e.g. hydrogen and acetylene. The most demanding group; also covers IIA and IIB.
T6Temperature class- Surface stays below 85 °C. T6 is the strictest class.
GcProtection level- Equipment protection level Gc (enhanced): suitable for Zone 2.
Dust atmospheresZone 22
ExtcIIIBT85°CDc
tcProtection type- Protection by enclosure for dust, level "tc": suitable for Zone 22.
IIIBDust group- Dust group IIIB: non-conductive dust. Also covers IIIA.
T85°CMax surface temperature- Surface stays below 85°C in dust.
DcProtection level- Equipment protection level Dc (enhanced): suitable for Zone 22.
Ex as above.
Safe use
Rules for the hazardous area
- Ambient temperature (Ta)
- +5 °C to +35 °C (IECEx TUR 19.0052X, RTL10B1)Unconfirmed, see note 1
- Charging
- Outside the hazardous area only
- Battery swap
- Outside the hazardous area only
- Ports and accessories in the zone
- All I/O ports (USB, USB-C, RJ-45, HDMI/RS232, audio, micro SD, internal SIM) and DC-in must not be used in the explosive atmosphere.
- Certified accessories
- Spec sheet: additional 36 Wh ATEX/IECEx standard battery (PN 450173), AC adapter (PN 450154 NA / 450042 EU), long active digitizer pen (PN 440036), short active pen with tether (PN 440037), screen protector (PN 400022). "Other L10 accessories not listed here are not compatible with L10 ATEX models" (no vehicle dock, keyboard or hard handle). The AC adapter is for the safe area only.Unconfirmed, see note 3
- IP code in the Ex certificate
- IP54 (spec sheet, Ex mode)
- Operating temperature
- −20 °C to +60 °C (non-hazardous)
Conditions of useUnconfirmed, see note 1
Do not rub plastic parts or the display panel (electrostatic risk). Test level corresponds to low risk of mechanical danger: protect from mechanical danger. All I/O ports and the DC-in connector must not be used in the explosive atmosphere. Use in at least pollution degree 2 (IEC 60664-1). Charge only in the safe area. Hot-swap of the bridge battery only outside the hazardous location.
Specifications
Full specifications
Certification
- ATEX marking
- II 3G Ex ec IIC T6 Gc / II 3D Ex tc IIIB T85°C Dc
- ATEX certificate
- TÜV 18 ATEX 8246 X
- IECEx marking
- Ex ec IIC T6 Gc / Ex tc IIIB T85°C Dc
- IECEx certificate
- No IECEx certificate TUR 18.0036X in the public database. 18.0036 is IECEx test report DE/TUR/ExTR18.0036/00 (Xplore Technologies Corp., 2019-05-10)Unconfirmed, see note 4
- Other approvals
- Meets IP54 and a 1 m drop to concrete in Ex mode; IP65, 1.8 m drop and -20 to +60 °C in non-hazardous locations (spec sheet)
- North America
- C1D2 versions of the L10 exist (separate hazardous-location SKU)Unconfirmed, see note 5
- Protection level (EPL)
- Gc / Dc
- Dust group
- IIIB
- Max surface temperature (dust)
- 85 °C
Device
- Type
- Rugged tablet, Ex version
- Launched
- 2018Unconfirmed, see note 6
- Operating system
- Windows 10 Pro
- Edition
- Windows 10 Pro 64-bit (certified for version 1803)
- OS upgrades
- Windows 10 22H2 is the last Windows 10 version
- Security updates
- Ended October 2025Unconfirmed, see note 2
- Processor
- Intel Core i5-8350U vPro (8th gen) or Pentium N4200
- Processor architecture
- x86
- Memory (RAM)
- 16 (Core i5) / 8 (Pentium)
- Storage
- 128 GB SATA SSD, microSDXC
Field capabilities
- Barcode scanning
- Built in (1D/2D reader on the XPAD only)
- NFC reading
- Built in (standard NFC, Windows only)
- Remote expert / video calls
- Via app
- Windows desktop software
- Built in (Windows 10 Pro, x86; out of support)
Display and camera
- Display
- 10.1-inch Corning Gorilla Glass 3; View Anywhere 1000 nit; user-replaceable anti-glare protector
- Resolution
- 1920 × 1200 (WUXGA)
- Brightness
- 1000 nits
- Outdoor readability
- View Anywhere 1000 nit with night vision mode
- Touch
- Auto-sensing standard, glove and wet touch
- Pen / stylus
- Active Wacom digitizer pen
- Rear camera
- 13 MP
- Front camera
- 2 MP (Windows)
Connectivity
- Network
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth; optional Sierra EM7565 4G LTE with GNSS
- Wi-Fi
- Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265
- Bluetooth
- 4.2 (EDR + BLE)
- NFC
- Standard NFC (Windows only)
- Satellite positioning
- EM7565 (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou) or u-blox GPS + GLONASS with SBAS
- SIM
- Dual nano-SIM (4FF)
Physical and power
- Dimensions
- XSLATE 305.1 × 225.6 × 31; XPAD 305.6 × 278.7 × 32 mm
- Ingress protection
- IP65 (non-hazardous locations); IP54 in Ex mode
- Ruggedness
- 1 m drop to concrete in Ex mode; 1.8 m outside (spec sheet)
- Battery energy
- 36 Wh
- Battery life
- Up to 10 hours (Windows, MobileMark 2014)
- Hot-swap battery
- Standard bridge battery, 1 minute swap time (outside hazardous locations)
- Replaceable battery
- Yes
- Ports and expansion
- 2 x USB 3.0, USB-C (DisplayPort out), RJ-45, 3.5 mm audio, HDMI or RS-232, dual nano-SIM, microSDXC; 1D/2D barcode (XPAD only); all barred from hazardous areas
- Docking
- Not for L10 ATEX (other L10 accessories incompatible)
- Keyboard
- Tablet only
Controls & Accessibility
- Glove touch
- Yes
- Biometrics
- Integrated fingerprint reader; TPM 2.0
Fleet and support
- Manufacturer
- Zebra Technologies, USA
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 Zebra Technologies website for the full data sheet.
Compare
How it compares
Best in this comparison
| ZebraZebra L10 ATEX (Windows)This tablet | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Rugged tablet, Ex version | Rugged tablet, Ex version | Rugged tablet, Ex version | Rugged tablet, Ex version |
| Screen size | 10.1-inch | 10.1-inch | 10.1-inch | 10.1-inch |
| Availability | Discontinued | Current | Current | Current |
| Gas zones | Zone 2 | Zone 2 | Zone 2 | Zone 2 |
| Dust zones | Zone 22 | Zone 22 | Zone 22 | — |
| Protection | Increased safety (Ex ec) | Intrinsic safety (Ex ic) with inherently safe optical radiation (op is) | Intrinsic safety (Ex ic) with inherently safe optical radiation (op is) | Intrinsic safety (Ex ic) |
| Gas group | IIC | IIC | IIC | IIC |
| Temperature class | T6 (best in this comparison) | T4 | T4 | T4 |
| Certification | ATEX + IECEx | ATEX + IECEx | ATEX + IECEx | ATEX + IECEx |
| North America | — | — | — | Class I Division 2 |
| Ambient temperature | +5 °C to +35 °C (IECEx TUR 19.0052X, RTL10B1) | −20 °C to +55 °C | −21 °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 10 Pro | Windows 11 Professional | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC |
| Security updates | Ended October 2025 | Supported while kept on a current Windows 11 version | Supported while kept on a current Windows 11 version | Until October 2034 (best in this comparison) |
| Weight | — | 1200 g | 1150 g (best in this comparison) | 1200 g |
| Display | 10.1-inch Corning Gorilla Glass 3; View Anywhere 1000 nit; user-replaceable anti-glare protector | 10.1-inch Optically bonded capacitive multi-touch, Corning Gorilla Glass, contrast 1000:1 | 10.1-inch TFT LCD, LumiBond optically bonded, anti-static film | 10.1-inch IPS LED, optical bonding, anti-glare |
| 5G | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Pen / stylus | Active Wacom digitizer pen | Passive stylus included (AI-powered touch control) | Dual-mode touch with digitizer pen | Capacitive stylus (included) |
| Replaceable battery | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Hot-swap battery | Standard bridge battery, 1 minute swap time (outside hazardous locations) | 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 Zebra L10 ATEX (Windows) 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 Zebra L10 ATEX (Windows) 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 Zebra L10 ATEX (Windows) use?
It combines increased safety (Ex ec) with intrinsic safety (Ex ic), both suited to Zone 2. Increased safety adds measures against sparks and hot surfaces; intrinsic safety limits the energy in the circuits.
What does T6 mean for the Zebra L10 ATEX (Windows)?
Its surface stays below 85 °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 Zebra L10 ATEX (Windows) in a hazardous area?
No. The certificate only allows charging outside the hazardous area.
Which ports and accessories can be used with the Zebra L10 ATEX (Windows) in the hazardous area?
All I/O ports (USB, USB-C, RJ-45, HDMI/RS232, audio, micro SD, internal SIM) and DC-in must not be used in the explosive atmosphere.
What operating system does the Zebra L10 ATEX (Windows) run?
Windows 10 Pro. Security updates ended in October 2025.
Is the Zebra L10 ATEX (Windows) still available?
No. Zebra no longer sells the L10 Windows range; its ATEX versions aren't in Zebra's current range.
How much does the Zebra L10 ATEX (Windows) 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
- From the IECEx certificate for the Android version (suspended in March 2026); the Windows version's certificate isn't published. Return to note 1
- Microsoft ended Windows 10 Pro support on 14 October 2025. The maker doesn't state the edition; an LTSC edition would run longer. Return to note 2
- Not checked against the certificate for this exact model. Return to note 3
- The IECEx certificate for the Windows version isn't in the IECEx database; the related Android certificate was suspended on 6 March 2026. Return to note 4
- From the maker's published information; we haven't seen the North American certificate. Return to note 5
- Approximate: the maker doesn't publish a launch date. Based on the certificate date or the maker's announcement. Return to note 6
Sources and verification
Facts last verified on against:
- IECEx / TUV Rheinland (TUR): IECEx TUR 19.0052X issue 0 (Zebra RTL10B1), 2020-02-19, SUSPENDED 2026-03-06
- IECEx: IECEx online certificate database: holder searches for Getac, Winmate, Zebra, Panasonic, Dell, Durabook, Xplore, Twinhead (2026-10-25)
- Microsoft: Lifecycle: Windows 10 Home and Pro (22H2 end listed 10/15/2025)
- Zebra: L10 ATEX spec sheet, L10-ATEX-EN 01/20/2021
- Zebra: L10 Windows support page: last sale and service end dates (IX101L1/L2/L3; no ATEX entry)
- Zebra: L10 series product page: "no longer offering this product for sale" (L10ax), last sale 2025-08-05
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