ProGlove MAI
Key facts
The MAI combines a multi-range scanner with a 1.95 inch AMOLED touch display that can be operated with gloves. Depending on the integration, the display shows feedback from the application, such as quantities or error notes; colour signals, sound and vibration are also available. The scanner connects via the Insight Mobile app or SDKs for Android and iOS, or via a ProGlove Gateway to a PC or terminal.
- Picking, packing and assembly with many scans
- Processes where staff should see feedback on the device
- Integration with Android or iOS apps and via gateway with PCs and terminals
- Large halls with long walking distances thanks to Wi-Fi
- Freezer areas (operation from -10 °C): Zebra RS5100 with freezer battery
- Direct part marks (DPM)
- Hazardous areas: Bartec
Detailed specifications
| Scan engine and range | Multi-Range, 1D und 2D; Sichtfeld 5 to 600 cm Code 128, 15 mil: 18.2 to 182.9 cm DataMatrix, 10 mil: 5.6 to 68.8 cm UPC-A, 13 mil: 6.4 to 180 cm Code 39, 100 mil: to 1,407 cm |
|---|---|
| Display | 1.95 inch AMOLED, 410 × 502 pixels, up to 900 nits, touch also with gloves |
| Operation | Trigger on Hand Strap Gen2, alternatively touch or one of the four buttons; feedback by colour, sound and vibration |
| Wireless | Bluetooth LE 5.4: 75 m free field, 30 m indoors; Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 2.4 and 5 GHz (details pending from the manufacturer) |
| Integration | Insight Mobile for Android (SDK, intent, MQTT, WebSocket, keyboard), SDK for iOS; Gateway and Gateway Plus (USB HID, USB CDC, MQTT, WebSocket, TCP/IP) |
| Battery | 1,250 mAh Li-Po, 1 to 2 shifts; charging time about 120 minutes in Charging Station Gen 2; at least 80 percent capacity after 500 cycles |
| Sealing | IP65 |
| Drop | multiple 2 m drops to concrete; 1,000 tumbles from 1 m |
| Operating temperature | -10 °C to 50 °C |
| Weight and height | 68 g, 21 mm |
| Warranty | 12 months factory warranty |
Source: manufacturer data sheets and product pages, as of October 2026. Subject to change; individual variants may differ. Prices and delivery times are available in the shop. Weight per data sheet 09/2025; the manufacturer also states 65 g in product texts.
Variants and accessories
| Item | Purpose |
|---|---|
| ProGlove MAI | scanner with display · in the shop |
| Hand Strap Gen2 (G020-R-10, G020-L-10, G020-MIX-3) | holds the scanner and the trigger; right, left or mixed set |
| 2-slot charging station (C021) | charging between shifts |
| Gateway / Gateway Plus | connection to PCs and terminals via USB, Ethernet or RS-232 |
| ProGlove Insight | software for device management and analytics |
Further ProGlove wearables in the shop: MARK 3, MARK Display and LEO. To the shop →
ProGlove MAI or Zebra RS5100?
| ProGlove MAI | Zebra RS5100 | Zebra RS2100 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 68 g | 70 g | 31 g |
| Display | 1.95 inch AMOLED, touch | no | no |
| Wireless | BLE 5.4 and Wi-Fi | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Battery | 1,250 mAh, 1 to 2 shifts | 480 mAh, swappable | 480 mAh, integrated |
| Operating temperature | -10 °C to 50 °C | with freezer battery -20 °C to 50 °C | 0 °C to 50 °C |
| Sealing | IP65 | IP65 | IP54 |
The MAI is the right choice when the device should do more than scan: feedback on the display, Wi-Fi and analytics via ProGlove Insight. For pure scanning with Zebra mobile computers, the RS5100 and RS2100 are the leaner option. View Zebra RS5100 and RS2100
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Frequently asked questions
How is the ProGlove MAI connected?
On Android via the Insight Mobile app, which passes data via SDK, intent, MQTT, WebSocket or as keyboard input; on iOS via an SDK. For PCs or terminals, a ProGlove Gateway handles the connection, for example via USB or TCP/IP.
How is scanning triggered?
With the trigger on the Hand Strap Gen2. Alternatively, the touch display or one of the four buttons can be configured as trigger; double or triple trigger depends on the integration.
How long does the battery last?
According to the manufacturer, the 1,250 mAh battery lasts one to two shifts using display, touch and buttons over Bluetooth LE. In Charging Station Gen 2 it charges in about 120 minutes.
Can the MAI be used in the cold?
The MAI is specified for -10 °C to 50 °C. For freezer areas we recommend the Zebra RS5100 with freezer battery.
Data sheets and manufacturer information
We are happy to send you the data sheet (09/2025).
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