High-Level Intrinsically Safe Radios for Zone 1 Hazardous Sites
The Caltta PH910Ex and PH990Ex are ATEX and IECEx-certified intrinsically safe digital radios engineered with multiple redundant explosion-proof circuit designs for reliable, stable performance in hazardous work environments. With a slim, industry-leading form factor, IP67 protection, built-in GPS and Man Down alerting, and up to 19.5 hours of battery life, these radios are built for personnel working in oil & gas, petrochemical, and other Zone 1-classified sites across the UAE. Bharti Technologies supplies, programs, and supports both variants with full ATEX/IECEx compliance documentation.
Key Features
- ATEX and IECEx Certified for hazardous gas, dust, and mining environments.
- DMR Digital Radio with support for analog communication.
- High Receiver Sensitivity (0.18 μV) extends communication range and improves signal reliability.
- Built-in Bluetooth for wireless accessories and expanded functionality.
- Integrated GPS enables accurate location tracking for workforce safety.
- Local Voice Recording securely stores important communications.
- Optional AES128/AES256 Encryption protects sensitive communications.
- IP67 Rated for complete protection against dust and temporary water immersion.
- MIL-STD-810H Compliant for dependable performance in harsh environments.
- 1024 Channels and 64 Zones support large communication networks.
- Up to 19 Hours Digital Battery Life with the standard 2000 mAh battery.
- Slim and Portable Design for comfortable daily operation.
General Technical Specifications
- Protocol: ETSI TS 102 361-1, -2, -3, -4
- Frequency Range: UHF1: 400 to 470 MHz, UHF3: 350 to 400 MHz, VHF: 136 to 174 MHz
- Channel Capacity: 1024 (PH990Ex) / 64 (PH910Ex)
- Zone Capacity: 64 (PH990Ex) / 4 (PH910Ex)
- Channel Spacing: 12.5 kHz / 20 kHz / 25 kHz
- Operating Voltage: 7.4 V
- Battery Capacity: 2000 mAh (Standard)
- Battery Life: Analog: 17 hours, Digital: 19 hours (PH990Ex) / 19.5 hours (PH910Ex) (5:5:90 duty cycle)
- Dimensions (H × W × D): 129.7 × 55.6 × 37.6 mm (PH990Ex), 129.7 × 55.6 × 36.8 mm (PH910Ex) (with battery, without antenna)
- Weight: Approximately 415 g (PH990Ex), Approximately 400 g (PH910Ex) (with battery and antenna)
- Display: 1.8-inch transflective color screen, 240 × 180, 4 lines (PH990Ex)
- Vocoder: AMBE++
- Man Down: Supported
- Bluetooth: Supported
- Positioning: GPS
- Encryption: ARC4 (40-bit) / AES128 / AES256 (Optional)
- Recording: Optional
- Interface: 18-pin accessory interface supporting audio and programming
- Operating Temperature: -30°C to +55°C
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
- Dust and Water Protection: IP67
Hazardous Area Certifications
ATEX
- Gas Rating: II 2G Ex ib IIC T4 Gb
- Dust Rating: II 2D Ex ib IIIC T120°C Db
- Mines Rating: I M2 Ex ib I Mb
IECEx
- Gas Rating: Ex ib IIC T4 Gb
- Dust Rating: Ex ib IIIC T120°C Db
- Mines Rating: Ex ib I Mb
Accessories in the Box
- Intrinsically Safe 2000mAh Li-ion Battery
- Antenna
- Belt Clip
- Charger
- Power Adapter
- Hand Rope