Winmate Rugged Industrial Laptops: Toughbook Alternatives for Industrial Applications

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Explore the Power and Durability of Winmate’s Rugged Industrial Laptops

In today’s demanding industrial and field environments, having a reliable computing solution is critical. Winmate Rugged Industrial Laptops are engineered to provide unmatched performance, durability, and flexibility for professional applications where standard laptops simply cannot keep up. Built to withstand harsh conditions, these laptops combine industrial-grade hardware with advanced features, making them the perfect choice for industrial, manufacturing, transportation, and military applications.

Key Specifications of Winmate’s Rugged Industrial Laptops

Winmate Rugged Laptops are designed with cutting-edge technology to ensure both performance and reliability:

  • Display & Touch: High-brightness displays (1920×1080 up to 3840×2160) with optical bonding for sunlight viewability, wide viewing angles, and multi-touch pCAP screens.
  • Processor Options: Equipped with Intel Core i5, i7, or i9 processors, capable of handling intensive industrial applications with ease.
  • Memory & Storage: DDR5 RAM options from 8GB up to 64GB, combined with M.2 NVMe storage ranging from 256GB to 2TB, with dual storage support.
  • Security Features: TPM 2.0, Kensington lock support, and optional fingerprint and smart card readers for secure authentication.
  • Operating System: Ships with Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC (64-bit) by default, with optional Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC.
  • Connectivity: Full suite of LAN, WLAN, Bluetooth, WWAN (4G/5G optional), USB, HDMI, SD and SIM card slots, as well as GPS/GLONASS support.
  • Grapics: Optional discrete GPU configurations for graphics-intensive workloads.
  • Rugged Design: MIL-STD-810H certified for shock, vibration and drop resistance, IP65-rated for dust and water protection and operating temperature range of -20°C to 60°C.
  • Battery & Power: Hot-swappable dual Li-Ion batteries with up to 11 hours of operation and wide-range AC adapter support (100–240V).
  • Additional Features: LED indicators for status, fan cooling system, and optional accessories including spare batteries, chargers, and carry bags.
Specification13.3″14″15.6″
Display1920×1080, Projected Capacitive Multi-Touch1920×1080 – 3840×2160, Projected Capacitive Multi-Touch1920×1080 – 3840×2160, Projected Capacitive Multi-Touch
Panel Brightness500 nits300–700 nits400–1000 nits
Contrast Ratio1000:1800–1400:1800:1
BondingOptical Bonding for Sunlight ViewabilityOptical Bonding for Sunlight ViewabilityOptical Bonding for Sunlight Viewability
ProcessorIntel Core i5-1235U (Optional i5-120U)Intel Core i5-1235U (Optional i5-120U)Intel Core i5/i7/i9 depending on model
Memory8–32GB DDR58–32GB DDR58–64GB DDR5 depending on model
Storage256GB–2TB M.2 NVMe, optional 2nd drive256GB–2TB M.2 NVMe, optional 2nd drive256GB–2TB M.2 NVMe, optional 2nd drive
SecurityTPM 2.0, Kensington Lock, Optional Fingerprint / Smart CardTPM 2.0, Kensington Lock, Optional Fingerprint / Smart CardTPM 2.0, Kensington Lock, Optional Fingerprint / Smart Card
Operating SystemWindows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC (Optional Windows 10 IoT)Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC (Optional Windows 10 IoT)Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC (Optional Windows 10 IoT)
ConnectivityLAN, WLAN, BT, optional WWAN (4G/5G)LAN, WLAN, BT, optional WWAN (4G/5G)LAN, WLAN, BT, optional WWAN (4G/5G), Optional Discrete GPU
GNSSGPS, GLONASSGPS, GLONASSGPS, GLONASS
RFID / Smart CardOptional HF RFID / Smart CardOptional HF RFID / Smart CardOptional HF RFID / Smart Card
Camera2MP Front Camera2MP Front Camera2MP Front Camera
Dimensions340 x 230 x 38 mm340 x 230 x 38 mm387.6 x 256 x 38.8 mm
Weight2.65 kg2.35–2.8 kg3.5–3.8 kg
Cooling SystemFan DesignFan DesignFan Design
USB Ports1x USB 3.0 Type-C, 3x USB 3.0 Type-A1x USB 3.0 Type-C, 3x USB 3.0 Type-A1x USB 3.0 Type-C, 3x USB 3.0 Type-A
Serial Port1x DB9 (RS232/422/485)1x DB9 (RS232/422/485)1x DB9 (RS232/422/485)
SD / SIM Card Slots1x Micro SDXC, 1x Nano SIM1x Micro SDXC, 1x Nano SIM1x Micro SDXC, 1x Nano SIM
Video Output1x HDMI 4K (Optional)1x HDMI 4K (Optional)1x HDMI 4K (Optional)
Audio3.5mm combo jack, dual mic, dual speaker3.5mm combo jack, dual mic, dual speaker3.5mm combo jack, dual mic, dual speaker
LAN1x RJ451x RJ452x RJ45
LED Indicators3x Power/Battery/Capslock2–3x Power/Battery/Capslock4x Power/Drive/Battery1/Battery2
Operating Humidity10–90% RH, non-condensing10–90% RH, non-condensing10–90% RH, non-condensing
Operating Temperature-20°C to 60°C-20°C to 60°C-20°C to 60°C
Storage Temperature-30°C to 70°C-30°C to 70°C-30°C to 70°C
Shock / VibrationMIL-STD-810H / STANAG 4370MIL-STD-810H / STANAG 4370MIL-STD-810H / STANAG 4370
IP RatingIP65IP65IP65
BatteryHot-swappable 2x 11.55V, 3220mAh, 11h runtimeHot-swappable 2x 11.55V, 3220mAh, 11h runtimeHot-swappable 2x 11.55V, 3220mAh, 11h runtime
Adapter100–240V, 50–60Hz / 19V DC100–240V, 50–60Hz / 19V DC100–240V, 50–60Hz / 19–20V DC
Optional AccessoriesSpare battery, charger, vehicle charger, carry bagSpare battery, charger, vehicle charger, carry bagSpare battery, charger, vehicle charger, carry bag

Application Areas for Winmate Rugged Laptops

Winmate Industrial Laptops are designed to thrive in environments where standard laptops fail. Common applications include:

  • Industrial Automation & Manufacturing: Ideal for factory floors, assembly lines, and industrial control systems where dust, vibration, and temperature extremes are present.
  • Field Service & Mobile Workforce: Perfect for engineers and technicians working in remote or outdoor locations requiring robust, portable computing solutions.
  • Transport & Logistics: Durable solutions for vehicle-mounted applications, fleet management, and transport hubs, where constant movement and connectivity are essential.
  • Military & Defense: Compliant with MIL-STD and NATO standards, these laptops deliver secure, mission-critical performance in harsh operational environments.
  • Healthcare & Medical Applications: Fanless, high-performance computing with touch displays suitable for medical diagnostics, patient monitoring, and mobile care units.
  • Energy, Oil & Gas, and Utilities: Resistant to heat, dust, moisture, and vibration, providing reliable operation in power plants, offshore rigs, and utility infrastructure.

With robust design and flexible configuration options, these laptops are the go-to choice for industrial professionals who need both durability and cutting-edge computing performance.

Why Choose Winmate Rugged Industrial Laptops?

Winmate Rugged Laptops combine reliability, performance, and rugged design. From high-brightness sunlight-readable displays to MIL-STD certified shock and vibration resistance, these laptops are built for the toughest environments. Whether you need a lightweight field laptop, a vehicle-mounted system, or a high-performance industrial workstation, Winmate provides a solution.

Contact BVM for Your Industrial and Embedded Computing Needs

At BVM, we have over 35 years’ experience supplying Industrial and Embedded Computer hardware. If you can’t find an off-the-shelf solution, our in-house design team can create a custom solution tailored to your exact requirements. Contact our sales team today, you can phone 01489 780144 and talk to one of the team or email: sales@bvmltd.co.uk.

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