R8 Rugged Tablet
Combining the mobility and flexibility of its pocketable form with a business-focused design, the R8 fully rugged tablet offers a unique combination of revolutionary computing power, rugged features and high portability to withstand the most challenging environments. Powered by Intel® 12th Generation processors, it is designed for professional operations close to the edge, where it is needed most. R8 features an 8” LCD display with Durabook’s proprietary DynaVue® technology for an exceptional viewing experience even in direct sunlight.
Weighing in at just 1.9lbs, the Durabook R8 sports a Coolfinity™ fanless and yet versatile expansion design for ultimate functionality. Its IP66 rating, six-foot drop resistance, MIL-STD 810H and ANSI/UL C1D2 certifications make the R8 more rugged than other comparable devices on the market, making it the most reliable mobile device to support digital and remote operations for all kind of professional applications.
REVOLUTIONARY COMPUTING PERFORMANCE
Equipped with the latest Intel® 12th Generation processors with Intel® Iris® Xe graphics, the R8 rugged tablet targets mobile workers of all kinds seeking superior performance in a compact, lightweight form. With unprecedented new computing power of Intel® Core™ and Pentium® Gold CPUs, the R8 is enhanced to cater for congested data processing and offers multi-tasking without compromise. Plus, the high-speed data transmission capability of Thunderbolt™ 4, Intel® Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth® V5.3 elevate exceptional connectivity even further to support ease of use.
COMPACT-SIZED YET FANLESS
Small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, the R8 is easy to carry and easy to wear. Featuring a unique Coolfinity™ fanless themal design, the R8 weighs just 1.9 lbs making it the most compact, comprehensive 8″ tablet on the market. In addition, the R8’s smooth, streamlined exterior complements its rugged image for extra appeal.
UNRIVALED VIEWING QUALITY
The R8 features an 8” LCD (1280 x 800) display with Durabook’s proprietary DynaVue® technology up to 800 nits for exceptional viewing even in direct sunlight. It can be used in landscape and portrait modes so users can view applications in an orientation that best suits their needs. Equipped with a 10-point capacitive multi-touch panel with four advanced touch modes, workers can choose their preferred data input mode: a finger, with glove or a stylus for more precision. Plus, every input mode works regardless of work conditions, even if the display is wet.
ROCK-SOLID DESIGN
The robust design of the R8 tablet equips field operatives with the confidence to do their jobs in even the harshest environments and successfully undertake outdoor tasks with a heavy workload. Drop-tested from 6 feet, MIL-STD-810H and MIL-STD-461G certified, optional ANSI C1D2 certified and with an IP66 rating for maximum protection against dust, dirt, and water ingress, the R8 is the most reliable 8” mobile device to support digital and remote operations for today’s professionals.
VERSATILE FUNCTIONALITY
Thanks to its unique design for diverse applications and scenarios, the R8 offers ultimate functionality with its boundless customization capabilities. It features numerous integrated expansion modules for multiple ways to retrieve and transmit information on the move. Optional add-ons include a barcode reader, smart card reader, RFID (NFC) reader, magnet stripe reader, serial port, RJ-45 port and additional USB 3.2 ports. A 2MP front camera, Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth® V5.3, optional 8MP rear camera and optional GPS and 4G LTE multi-carrier mobile broadband also are features for this versatile tablet.
LONG-LASTING POWER
With sustained battery power in mind, the R8 can operate for 8.5 hours on its replaceable main battery, ensuring professional operatives remain productive in the field. For those who need to work longer, a high-capacity battery with up to 17-hours battery life and swappable battery are available as options, enabling professional workers to use the tablet across several shifts without having to stop and charge.
Specifications
Durability
| MIL-STD-810H certified (Drop, Shock, Vibration, Rain, Dust, Altitude, Freeze/Thaw, High/Low Temperature, Temperature Shock, Humidity, Explosive Atmosphere, Salt Fog) MIL-STD-461G certified (Conduction, Radiation, Conducted Susceptibility, Radiated Susceptibility) Optional ANSI/UL 121201, Class I, Division 2 | |
| 6′ drop 26 faces IP 66 certified | |
| Aluminum-magnesium alloy chassis Port covers Sunlight readable display Optional swappable battery technology |
Tech Specs
| Display | 8.0” LCD (1280 x 800) 800 nits DynaVue® sunlight readable display with capacitive multi-touch screen Optional with digitizer User selectable touch mode for Finger/Water, Glove or Stylus programmable function |
| Operating System | Windows® 11 Pro 64-bit |
| Processors | Intel® Core™ i7-1250U (12th Gen) Processor with vPro™ (12MB Cache, up to 4.7 GHz, 2P+8E cores) Intel® Core™ i5-1230U (12th Gen) Processor with vPro™ (12MB Cache, up to 4.4 GHz, 2P+8E cores) Intel® Pentium® Gold Processor 8500 (8MB Cache, up to 4.4 GHz, 1P+4E cores) |
| Memory | Onboard 8GB up to 16GB (LPDDR4x) |
| Storage | 128GB NVMe PCIe SSD Optional 256GB/512GB/1TB PCIe SSD |
| Graphics | Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics |
| Camera | Integrated 2.0 MP front-facing camera Optional 8.0 MP auto-focus rear camera with flash |
| Audio | Integrated microphone Intel® High Definition Audio Compliant Integrated speaker x 1 |
| I/O Ports | Thunderbolt 4 x 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 (type C) x 1 (support DP) Audio in/out (combo jack) x 1 microSD card (microSDXC) x 1 Docking connector (20-pin Pogo) x 1 Nano SIM card x 1 DC-In jack x 1 Optional USB 3.2 Gen1 (type A) x 12 Optional 10/100/1000 Ethernet (RJ45) x 12 Optional serial port (RS232) x 12 Optional 1D/2D barcode reader x 12 Optional RF antenna pass-through for GPS, WWAN and WLAN1 |
| Keyboard & Input | 4 buttons (1 user-definable key) |
| Expansion Slot | Optional magnetic stripe reader1,2 Optional smart card reader with LF/HF-RFID (NFC) or UHF-RFID (NFC) or RS232/RJ45/USB 3.2 Gen1 (type A)1,2 |
| Wireless & Communications | Intel® Wi-Fi 6E AX211 (802.11 ax) Bluetooth® V5.3 Optional dedicated GPS module3 Optional GPS and 4G LTE multi-carrier mobile broadband3 Optional RF antenna pass-through for GPS, WWAN and WLAN1 |
| Security | Intel® vPro™ Technology (per CPU options) TPM 2.0 NIST BIOS compliant Stealth mode Night vision mode Optional smart card reader1,2 Optional LF/HF-RFID (NFC) reader1,2 Optional UHF-RFID (NFC) reader1,2 |
| Power | AC adapter : 100-240V, 50Hz-60Hz, 65W Main battery Li-Ion, 7.6V, 3600mAh, 8.5 hours4 Optional long life battery Li-Ion 7.6V, 7200mAh, 17 hours4 Optional swappable battery: 5 minutes swap time5 |
| Dimension & Weight | 8.94” (W) x 5.91” (D) x 0.81” (H) 1.9 lbs |
| Warranty | 3-Year Accidental Damage Warranty |
- Contact your sales representative for feature availability.
- Mutually exclusive options.
- GPS/WWAN and dedicated GPS are mutually exclusive.
- Tested using the MobileMark 2014 battery life benchmark. Results may vary under different situations including hardware configuration, software, operating conditions, power management settings and other factors.
- The system will stay operating (within 300 seconds in standby mode) when user swaps the battery.
Accessories
65W AC Adapter with power cord
Battery Charger - 2 bays
Battery Charger - 8 bays
Car Adapter (11-32V DC 90W)
Expansion Module - Magnetic Stripe Reader
Expansion Module - Smart Card Reader R8
Expansion Module - Smart Card Reader with LF/HF-RFID (NFC)
Expansion Module - Smart Card Reader with RS-232 + RJ-45 & USB3.2
Expansion Module - Smart Card Reader with UHF-RFID (NFC)
Hand Strap R8
LIND 12-16V Car Adapter with 180 degree connector & 72" cable-bare wire
LIND 12-16V Car Adapter with cigarette plug
LIND 12-32V Car Adapter with bare wire
LIND 12-32V Car Adapter with cigarette plug
Office Dock R8
Pen Holder
Rotating Hand Strap with Kickstand
Screen Protector Film R8
Shoulder Strap (2 Point)
Shoulder Strap (4 Point) R8
Spare Digitizer Pen
Spare Hi-Cap Battery R8
Spare Main Battery R8
Spare Stylus & Tether for capacitive touch
Tablet Stand
USB 3.0 Docking Station
USB-C Docking Station
Vehicle Lite Dock R8 with Tri-RF Pass-through
Vehicle Lite Dock R8 without Tri-RF Pass-through
X Strap R8
we are rugged mobile
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DURABOOK ACCIDENTAL DAMAGE WARRANTY
We have you covered with our Accidental Damage Warranty. Enjoy three years of 360 degree protection against drops, damage or deficiencies in performance. Our specialized service center team is on standby if you need us.
