Toughbook devices are designed specifically for those who use them, and they have the reliability needed to accomplish a safe and successful workday. In the end only the toughbook passed the tests with no issues, despite admittedly having a harder go of it than the durabook. Sep 03, 2018 panasonic sends toughpad tablet 21 miles into space for ultimate drop test. The laptops arent indestructiblea 50foot drop from a crane did one inbut the technician was able to pop out the hard drive, slap it into a new unit, and get back to work. We find out, as we drag it behind our f150, light it on fire, hit it with a baseball. The drop surface was defined as twoinchthick plywood over a steel plate over concrete, and windows was booted after each drop. With world leading wireless connectivity, the cf19 is perfect for mobile field workers where failure is not an option. The toughest rugged mobile computers panasonic business. Panasonic sends toughpad tablet 21 miles into space for ultimate drop test a pair of toughpads have been put to the ultimate test of toughness and durability to travel into space, come. Mar 05, 2020 whereas the toughbook cf51 that i looked at back in september was a semirugged notebook, the cf29 is the real deal, the full monty, a hard nut in every sense of the word.
Toughbook failure rates toughbook leads in reduced. Panasonic n1 fedex ground csp star v approved device. The toughbook cf31 was tested under category 24, general minimal integrity nonoperating, which is essentially the baseline vibration test. The toughbook 31 is a computer that will go the distance with you anytime, anywhere. Milstd810g tests allow for up to five sample units to be used during the drop test process, however panasonic only use one unit when testing the toughbook and toughpad fully rugged models. The temperature shock test is used to find out how well a piece of equipment holds up to sudden changes in air temperature. The new panasonic toughbook cf31 i dropped from six feet onto a hard surface. Water resistance was tested according to milstd810f, 506. Each unit undergoes 26 drops at each of the three heights, equating to 78 drops. The toughbook 54 laptop from panasonic uses the latest advances to.
Jan 31, 2018 we all know that panasonic cf31 laptops are tough, but can they stand up to a torture test from diesel laptops. Specifically designed for fieldbased professionals working in challenging environments, the new fully rugged toughbook cf31 offers the. This meant that for the drop test we were able to let the panasonic freefall from a height of three feet, while the gammatech was dropped from a somewhat less realistic in terms of likely real. A renewed supplier who is amazonqualified and performance managed, performs a full diagnostic test, replaces any defective parts, and thoroughly cleans the product. Two toughbooks put to the test coffee, nails and sawdust.
Panasonic undertakes a significant amount of drop testing as part of the toughbook quality assurance procedure. Its a military standard that requires a device excel at a set or subset of stringent requirements, which are tested under lab conditions. Read on as we put the cool panasonic w2 to the test. The panasonic toughbook t1 is a slim and sleek android os based handheld that proudly carries the toughbook name. Panasonic s literature does not specify an ingress protection rating. Because panasonic and drs boast that you can drop their laptops with no ill effects, the final test was obvious. Each unit undergoes 26 drops at each of the three heights, equating to 78 drops in total. Select toughbook mobile computer models connect seamlessly with sprints extensive network, delivering highspeed wireless access in over 18,477 cities and 1,818 airports. In fact, toughbook mobile computers are nearly ten times more reliable than standard business laptops.
After we wiped the footprints off the lids of these two the only signs of duress remaining were a few very light scratches on the back, a handle thats perhaps a bit looser than before. Toughbook 55 with windows 10 pro, magnesium chassis, flexible configurations and universal bay is the most versatile 14 semirugged toughbook ever built, but doesnt compromise on durability, with. When panasonic conducts this test, in accordance with the militarys drop test mil. Milstd810 is maintained by a triservice partnership that includes the usaf, the us army, and the us navy.
Toughbook t1 handheld device panasonic mobility solutions. We all know that panasonic cf31 laptops are tough, but can they stand up to a torture test from diesel laptops. Panasonic toughbook t1 handheld 5 android enterprise. Milstd810g tests allow for up to five sample units to be used during the drop test process, however panasonic only use one unit when testing the toughbook fully rugged models. The panasonic toughbook cf53 comes with a threeyear limited parts and labor warranty. Aug 30, 2017 this panasonic toughbook cf31 gets dropped over 26x from 6 high. Amazon renewed is your trusted destination for preowned and refurbished products that are inspected and tested to work and look like new. Toughbook 53 is milstd810g certified for a range of extreme conditions including 36 drops 1, shocks, vibration, humidity, altitude, dust, temperature extremes and thermal shock. Fullyrugged panasonic laptops and toughbook u1 are the first computers to be milstd810g certified for a range of extreme conditions. First, the toughbook was dropped from a height of 48 inches onto a.
Panasonic cf 31 toughbook torture test with fire, baseball bat, water, and f150. According to panasonic, over 501 tests and quality checks are performed during production and all units are subjected to. Cf19 fully ruggedized toughbooks panasonic business. When panasonic conducts this test, in accordance with the militarys drop test milstd810f, method 516. Jul 16, 2010 in this video, shot with a lumix gh1 dslr, the toughbook 31 is pitted against a motocross course located in the kii mountain range on the japanese island of honshu. Designed to take a licking, the panasonic toughbook cf53 isnt a laptop for your typical road warrior. Toughbook 55 with windows 10 pro, magnesium chassis, flexible configurations and universal bay is the most versatile 14 semirugged toughbook ever built, but doesnt compromise on durability, with an unique honeycomb design for improved strength and splash resistant design. Panasonic toughbook devices are purposebuilt for the extraordinary, ensuring maximum productivity, minimal downtime and an excellent roi. The toughbook s9s screen measures weighing in at 3 pounds even, panasonic cfs9 is lighter than many other competing business models, and even some netbooks. In response, panasonics kyp walls dropped the toughbook 31 26 times from six or more feet. Toughbook rugged tablet pcs are engineered to withstand drops, shocks, vibrations.
Toughbook 55 computer product solutions panasonic business. The panasonic toughbook cf33 is a 2in1 rugged device, which means it has an attachable keyboard that allow it to work as either a laptop or as a tablet. Whether working in adverse weather, wet conditions, underground or where space restrictions would usually hamper productivity, the. Its ability to be used in the enterprise to collect information from workers in retail stores, warehouses field service, transportation and delivery or many other environments where work must occur belies its mild looking exterior. Panasonics toughbook range recently reached celebrated its 20 th birthday. Pc magazine, in its september 2009 issue, reported an industry average failure rate of 21. Toughbook is a trademarked brand name owned by panasonic corporation that refers to its. Its one you can drop in the mud, drive a car over, clobber whoever is trying to steal it from you over the head with.
With drop shock protection and a milstd810g and ip65. Mar 24, 2009 this meant that for the drop test we were able to let the panasonic freefall from a height of three feet, while the gammatech was dropped from a somewhat less realistic in terms of likely real. Panasonic toughbook cf19 milstd810g milstd461f ip65. To play a video, a computer needs constant access to the hard disk. Read more 1 tested by national independent third party lab following milstd810g method 516. Panasonic toughbook cfc2 test upadku i zalania woda. In this video, shot with a lumix gh1 dslr, the toughbook 31 is pitted against a motocross course located in the kii mountain range on the japanese island of honshu.
When you walk around with a notebook under your arm and you drop it, it falls from a height of about three feet. Drop test the drop test was performed in accordance with milstd810g, method 516. It was the only one to do so, and the drive remained undamaged. Panasonic toughbook panasonic toughpad brother mobile. With its voice and data capabilities, integrated barcode scanner, wide range of functionality and a host of accessories the toughbook. Panasonic toughbook rugged mobile computers are tested to their limits to ensure you can have confidence that your. With its glove enabled touchscreen, up to 14 hour hot swappable battery life and purposebuilt vehicle mount and desktop port replicator, the panasonic toughbook. With drop shock protection and a milstd810g certification, its the undisputed leader in the fully.
Panasonic sends toughpad tablet 21 miles into space for. The panasonic toughbook line of rugged laptops has earned a lot of. Its ability to be used in the enterprise to collect information from workers in retail. Fullyrugged panasonic laptops and toughbook u1 are the first computers to be milstd810g certified for a range of extreme conditions including 72 drops1, shocks, vibration, humidity, altitude. Its worth noting that during our drop test, the optical drive bays door popped open. Jun 28, 2018 for instance, the hard drive is shockmounted, panasonic cfs9 the drive from the direct impact of a drop.
The panasonic toughbook cf19 cf30 and cf31 has drop shock protection and a milstd810g rating. The toughbook computers were sequentially dropped in nonoperating mode, onto each face, edge and corner for a total of 26 drops from a height of 72 inches. Panasonic presents the toughbook 31, the reliable windows notebook offering the highest performance in its class along with the worlds most rugged design with drop shock protection and a milstd810g and ip65 certification 1, its the undisputed leader in the fully rugged category. Toughbook laptops go through extensive testing for ruggedness and quality. Panasonic toughbook rugged laptops and handheld computers are part of a complete solution combining hardware, software and services for those who work in harsh environments day in and day out. All toughbook models have a magnesium alloy case, which provides durability without significant weight. Additionally, panasonic set its own parameter in which a video had to play steadily while the laptop was subjected to vibration. The toughbook t1 brings together the best of handheld and smartphone functionality into a single rugged 5 device. The panasonic toughbook cf19 is not your average convertible laptop. Dragged through dirt, rock and mud, from behind an atv, the toughbook 31 endured extreme vibration, shock and exposure to water. Droptumblevibration tested six 7 foot drops on all four corners, both the face and back and all four edges same device must pass test through all 60 drops 2000 drops at 3. Toughbook 19 rugged laptop convertible tablet pc created by panasonic are milstd810, ul1604 and ip65 certified. Tested by national independent third party lab following milstd810g method 516.
Buy panasonic cf54d2900km semirugged laptop with 14 inch led backlight display, intel 6th gen core i5 processor, 9 hours battery life and windows 10 professional os. Panasonic s toughbook line has long been hyped as a sleek and sophisticated alternative laptop for the accidentprone. Panasonic says it uses a thirdparty laboratory to verify the toughbook 31s rugged certifications, and i did not attempt to replicate all of the tests in pc labs. The toughbook 19 can also withstand threefoot drops with the screen open. With drop shock protection and a milstd810g and ip65 certification, its the. Summary of tests performed panasonic fzg1 tablet computer 0516 page 2 summary of tests performed on the panasonic fzg1 tablet computer. The toughbook 31 laptop offers the highest performance in its class along with the worlds most rugged design. With drop shock protection and a milstd810g and ip65 certification 1, its the undisputed leader in the fully rugged category. Panasonic cf 31 toughbook torture test with fire, baseball. In addition they are ideally suited for wet or dusty field work so you can rely on your fully ruggedized toughbook. Drop, shock, moisture, dust, temperature, pressure and vibration resistant technology has been incorporated to exceed milstd810g and ip65 standards. As with most rugged notebooks, the panasonic toughbook 54 meets the typical standards for milstd810g certification surviving drops from a height of 3 feet, shock, vibration.
With drop shock protection and a milstd810g and ip65 certification 1, its the undisputed leader in the fully rugged. Buy panasonic cf532alzynm toughbook with 14 inch hd lcd screen, intel core i54310u 2. Panasonic toughbook mobile computers are designed with embedded wireless technology. Toughbook torture test part 3 pressure, vibration and drops. You can find many of these tests online like this panasonic toughbook cf31 drop test video. This semirugged notebook was designed for highly mobile professionals, from inspectors to. I knocked the two units off a 36inch counter with the screens in a closed but. But durability which meets the milstd 810f drop test spec comes at a price.