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Trimble TSC5

Everyday extraordinary.

The Trimble® TSC5 Android™-based survey controller features a 5-inch screen and full keyboard—ensuring fast, efficient operation, even while wearing gloves. Rugged yet lightweight, the TSC5 is reliable in the field with all-day battery power.

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Benefits and performance

The TSC5 is a dependable survey controller that enables you and your team to get the job done efficiently and accurately, every day, all day.

Ergonomic design helps you power through

Easy to carry, reliable and with an extended battery life, the TSC5 supports a full day's work whatever the conditions.

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Designed to streamline field workflows

Optimized for Trimble Access™ field software and with 12 programmable function keys, the TSC5 speeds up common jobs to maximize your effectiveness in the field.

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5" touchscreen

For finger, stylus or glove

2.2 GHz processor

Fast, powerful processing

Android-based

Access Google Play Store apps

Features and capabilities

Configurable battery options
All day battery

Configurable battery options

All-day battery, with user-replaceable battery option. Internal battery life almost doubled when backed with optional Li-35 (rechargeable battery pack).

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Powerful Qualcomm processor
Fast processing

Powerful Qualcomm processor

A fast, powerful 2.2 GHz Qualcomm processor handles quick data input and processing with ease.

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Empower module compatible
Optional functionality

Empower module compatible

Add long-range radio functionality with an optional Trimble Empower module.

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Supports external Trimble GNSS
Trimble GNSS compatible

Supports external Trimble GNSS

Supports compatible external Trimble GNSS receivers, such as the Trimble R12i and Trimble R780, for high-accuracy positioning requirements.

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Product summary

Trimble TSC5

Rugged survey controller that gets the job done.

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Specifications

  • Anti-glare, 5-inch touchscreen

    Works with finger, stylus or glove

  • Backlit alphanumeric keypad

    Easy data entry in all conditions

  • 12 physical function keys

    More options to speed up jobs

  • Android 11 operating system

    Access Google Play™ store apps

  • Long-lasting battery

    Backed by a removable battery

  • Military specs & IP65 rating

    Works in all environments

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Trimble TSC7Trimble TSC7Windows 1017.8 cm/7"Multi-touchIntel Apollo Lake-N4200, 64-bit quad-core8 GB64 GBIP67Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 4GFront and Rear2-4 mYesIntegrated u-blox NEO-M8N, L1, GPS/GLONASS/BeiDouTrimble Access
Trimble TSC5Trimble TSC5Android 1112.7 cm/5.0”Multi-touchQualcomm® SDA660 (2.2 GHz)4 GB64 GBIP65Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 5GRear 5-10 mYesIntegrated Sierra Wireless EM7565; L1 C/A, GPS/GLONASS/BeiDou/Galileo/QZSSTrimble Access
Trimble TCU5Trimble TCU5Android 7.1.112.7 cm/5.0”Multi-touch800 MHz2 GB16 GBIP65via Wi-FiNo—No—Trimble Access
Trimble TDC6Trimble TDC6Android 1216 cm/6.3"Multi-touch2.7 GHz6 GB64 GBIP67Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 5GFront and Rear2-4 mYesGPS/GLONASS/Galileo/BeiDou/QZSSTrimble TerraFlex, Access, Penmap for Android, Esri Field Maps
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Trimble T100Trimble T100Windows 1125.6 cm/10.1"Multi-touchIntel i516 GB512 GBIP654G LTERear<10 mYesBeidou, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS L1 C/A, QZSSTrimble Access, Trimble Perspective, Trimble TerraFlex
Trimble T10xTrimble T10xWindows 11256 mm/10.1"Multi-touchIntel Core i732 GB1TBIP65Bluetooth, Wi-FiRear2-4 m—Beidou, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS L1 C/A, QZSSTrimble Perspective, Trimble Access
Trimble T7Trimble T7Windows 1017.8 cm/7"Multi-touchIntel Apollo Lake8 GB128 GBIP65/IP684G LTEFront and Rear2-4 mYesIntegrated u-blox NEO-M8N, L1, GPS/GLONASS/BeiDouTrimble Access, Trimble TerraFlex

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