XSHIELDER iPhone 17 Pro Max – smartfon ATEX / IECEx Zone 1/21

XSHIELDER iPhone 17 Pro Max – ATEX/IECEx smartphone for Zone 1/21 Ex zones

The XSHIELDER iPhone 17 Pro Max is a professional Apple smartphone designed for use in Ex zones. This solution combines the performance of the iPhone 17 Pro Max with the XSHIELDER explosion-proof enclosure, designed and manufactured in Norway. Depending on the selected variant, the device is ATEX certified or ATEX and IECEx certified for Zone 1/21, intended for atmospheres with potentially explosive gases and dust, respectively.

This is a modern alternative to traditional Ex industrial phones – especially for businesses that require high performance, iOS, an advanced camera, LiDAR, 5G connectivity, and the ability to use company mobile apps even in areas covered by ATEX requirements.

iPhone 17 Pro Max for Ex zones

The standard iPhone 17 Pro Max is not approved for use in Ex zones. XSHIELDER is a certified, complete system consisting of a smartphone and a specially designed protective case.

The device can be used by field workers, technicians, maintenance engineers, inspectors, HSE teams, plant operators, and personnel preparing technical documentation in hazardous areas, among others.

The XSHIELDER iPhone 17 Pro Max is used in industries such as:

oil and gas,
petrochemical,
chemical plants,
pharmaceutical,
food,
cosmetics,
energy,
industrial automation,
manufacturing and logistics,
offshore installations,
aviation,
maintenance and technical inspections.

ATEX and IECEx Certification – Zone 1/21

The XSHIELDER iPhone 17 Pro Max is designed for use in environments where explosive atmospheres of gases or dust may occur.

Ex marking:

II 2G Ex db IIC T6 Gb
II 2D Ex tb IIIC T80°C Db
Ambient temperature: -20°C to +50°C
ATEX certification: FIDI 26 ATEX 0016X
IECEx certification: FIDI 26.0016X – for variant XS1-SP-G03-C01-S02

Zone 1/21 certification allows the device to be used in demanding industrial environments where hazardous gas or dust atmospheres may occur. The device can also be used in the corresponding lower-risk zones of Zone 2/22, in accordance with the requirements applicable to the specific installation.

iPhone 17 Pro Max Performance for Industrial Applications

At the heart of the device is the Apple A19 Pro processor, enabling the smooth operation of advanced business, service, inspection, and field applications.

The 48MP Pro camera system and LiDAR scanner allow you to use the smartphone not only for communication but also for creating technical documentation, high-quality photos and videos, spatial measurements, 3D mapping, and applications using augmented reality.

The large 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED display ensures convenient operation of documentation, mobile applications, technical manuals, maintenance systems, and task management platforms.

XSHIELDER iPhone 17 Pro Max Features

A certified smartphone for ATEX Zone 1/21 hazardous areas,
ATEX and IECEx Zone 1/21 certified variant available,
Full functionality of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max,
Powerful A19 Pro processor,
48MP Pro camera system,
Professional-grade LiDAR scanner,
18MP Center Stage front camera with Face ID,
Large 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED screen,
5G connectivity, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 6,
IP68 water and dust protection,
Fast wireless charging up to 25W,
eSIM support,
Option to install a physical SIM card through XSHIELDER upon request,
Access to all four microphones and two speakers of the iPhone,
Improved housing design for more effective voice communication,
1/4" tripod mount,
Lanyard-compatible lanyard hole NS-9611 for use when working at heights,
slim design compared to traditional industrial Ex devices,
interchangeable XSHIELDER housing design,
housing designed and manufactured in Norway,
possibility of using a standard iOS environment and MDM systems to manage corporate devices.

XSHIELDER iPhone 17 Pro Max Technical Specifications

Base Device: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Processor: Apple A19 Pro
Display: 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
Rear Camera: 48MP Pro Camera System
Zoom: Up to 8x optical zoom
Scanner: LiDAR
Front Camera: 18MP Center Stage
Authentication: Face ID
Memory: 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB
Cellular Connectivity: 5G
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 6
NFC: Yes
SIM: eSIM
Physical SIM Card: Can be custom-installed through XSHIELDER
Number of Available Microphones: 4
Number of Available Speakers: 2
Charging: Fast Wireless Charging up to 25W
Battery Capacity as reported by XSHIELDER: 5088mAh
Rate Protection: IP68
Dimensions of the complete device: 184 × 89.6 × 17.8 mm
Weight of the complete device: 410 g
Mounting: 1/4" tripod thread
Protection for working at height: Lanyard hole compliant with NS-9611
Housing design and manufacturing: Norway
Ambient temperature range: -20°C to +50°C

Certificates and Standards

ATEX: FIDI 26 ATEX 0016X
IECEx: FIDI 26.0016X – XS1-SP-G03-C01-S02 variant
Gas classification: II 2G Ex db IIC T6 Gb
Dust classification: II 2D Ex tb IIIC T80°C Db
EN IEC 60079-0:2018
EN 60079-1:2014
EN 60079-31:2014
IEC 60079-0:2017
IEC 60079-1:2014
IEC 60079-31:2013

Available Variants

XS1-SP-G03-C01-S01

ATEX version
Removable top cover
Screw-mounted cover Main housing

XS1-SP-G03-C01-S02

ATEX + IECEx version
Top cover permanently connected to the main housing
IECEx certificate FIDI 26.0016X

The casing of a certified device may only be opened by authorized XSHIELDER personnel.

XSHIELDER – a modern Ex smartphone instead of a traditional industrial phone

One of the greatest advantages of XSHIELDER is the ability to use a modern Apple device in an industrial environment requiring Ex hardware. The user retains the familiar iOS system, access to business applications, high performance, and advanced photography and communication capabilities.

This is particularly important for enterprises using MDM (Mobile Device Management) solutions, which centrally manage mobile devices. The manufacturer confirms the ability to use standard iOS management mechanisms and compatibility with solutions such as Microsoft Intune, Jamf, and SAP.

XSHIELDER also highlights the device's long lifecycle and the ability to receive software updates for many years. Combined with the replaceable casing design, this can reduce the frequency of device replacements and lower the total cost of ownership.

XSHIELDER iPhone 17 Pro Max – who is it for?

This solution is primarily for organizations that require an ATEX-compliant phone or Zone 1/21 Ex smartphone, but don't want to compromise on the capabilities of a modern premium device.

The XSHIELDER iPhone 17 Pro Max combines the safety required in explosion-hazardous areas with the capabilities of the iPhone 17 Pro Max – providing the performance of the A19 Pro, a 48MP camera system, LiDAR, 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, and access to professional iOS apps.

Before selecting a specific device configuration, verify the required Ex classification for the intended use and select the appropriate ATEX or ATEX + IECEx variant.