As you may recall from an earlier post, running I-Scan Evolution software from a Windows^® tablet can provide a lot of flexibility in data collection. This includes giving users greater freedom to use their I-Scan pressure mapping systems for remote data collection in complex or potentially hazardous testing areas.

Since introducing this feature, we’ve received quite a few inquiries from customers seeking our recommendation for the best tablet to use with I-Scan. There are three technical requirements to operate I-Scan on a tablet:

1. Your tablet must operate on a 64-bit Windows 10 or 11 operating system.
2. We do NOT support ARM/Snapdragon CPUs. It must be Intel or AMD CPU chip.
3. Your tablet must include at least one USB A 2.0 connection. An adaptor to connect the Tekscan system's USB A the computer's USB-C port will work fine.

Given the multitude of tablet options that are on the market today, your best choice may come down to your testing environment. Therefore, here are a few options we recommend:

Option 1: Microsoft^® Surface Pro for Business, 11th edition (www.microsoft.com)

Option 2: Panasonic^® Toughbook^® 33 / G2 / 55 (www.panasonic.com)

Ruggedized, compact tablet with a protective cover. Operating System: Windows® 11 Pro # of USB Inputs: 1 Screen Size: 254/305 mm (10 or 12 in.) Processor: Intel® Core™ i5 / i7

Image Courtesy: Panasonic For Business (https://www.flickr.com/photos/panasonicforbusiness/)

Option 3: Getac K120 Rugged Tablet (getac.com)

*Note: Tablet specs and models are current as of May 2025. Visit the manufacturer's website listed above for the most current offerings.

For more information, contact your Tekscan Sales Representative today.