The Top 3 Tablets for Operating your I-Scan Pressure Mapping System

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 truly two technical requirements to operate I-Scan on a tablet:

  1. Your tablet must operate on a Windows 7 or 10 operating system, and
  2. Your tablet must include at least one USB A 2.0 connection.

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 (www.microsoft.com)

The Windows Surface Pro provides a lot of features customary with Windows products.

  • Operating System: Windows 10 Pro
  • # of USB Inputs: 1
  • Screen Size: 312 mm (12.3 in.)
  • Processor: Intel® 7th Gen Core™ m3, i5, or i7
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Option 2: Panasonic® Toughpad® FZ-G1 (www.panasonic.com)

Ruggedized, compact tablet with a protective cover.

  • Operating System: Windows® 10 Pro
  • # of USB Inputs: 1
  • Screen Size: 254 mm (10 in.)
  • Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-7300U vPro™ Processor (standard)
  • IP65 (rated as dust- and water-tight)
  • Tested withstand impacts when dropped from 1.5 m (5 ft.)
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Option 3: Ockel Sirius A Pocket PC (www.ockelcomputers.com)

Extremely compact pocket-sized computer that features 2 USB ports, allowing for two-handle Evolution systems.

  • Operating System: Windows 10 Home
  • # of USB Inputs: 2 USB (allowing for two-handle systems)
  • Screen Size: 152 mm (6 in.)
  • Processor: Intel® Atom™ x7-Z8750 processor
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*Note: Tablet specs and models are current as of August 9, 2018. Visit the manufacturer's website listed above for the most current offerings.

For more information, contact your Tekscan Sales Representative today.

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