HoloLens 2 Industrial Edition
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| Microsoft HoloLens 2 Industrial Edition | |
|---|---|
| Basic Info | |
| VR/AR | Mixed Reality |
| Type | Head-mounted display |
| Subtype | Enterprise AR |
| Platform | Windows Holographic |
| Creator | Microsoft |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| Manufacturer | Microsoft |
| Announcement Date | October 2020 |
| Release Date | December 2020 |
| Price | $4,950 |
| Website | https://www.microsoft.com/hololens |
| Versions | HoloLens 2 Industrial Edition |
| Requires | None (self-contained) |
| Predecessor | Microsoft HoloLens 2 |
| Successor | None |
| System | |
| Operating System | Windows Holographic |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 850 + HPU 2.0 |
| CPU | Qualcomm Snapdragon 850 (octa-core) |
| GPU | Adreno 630 |
| HPU | Microsoft Holographic Processing Unit 2.0 |
| Storage | |
| Storage | 64GB |
| Memory | 4GB RAM |
| SD Card Slot | No |
| Display | |
| Display | Waveguide optics (holographic) |
| Subpixel Layout | N/A |
| Peak Brightness | >500 nits |
| Resolution | 2048 × 1080 per eye (2K) |
| Pixel Density | ~47 PPD |
| Refresh Rate | 60Hz |
| Persistence | N/A |
| Image | |
| Field of View | 52° diagonal |
| Horizontal FoV | ~43° |
| Vertical FoV | ~29° |
| Average Pixel Density | ~47 PPD |
| Peak Pixel Density | ~47 PPD |
| Foveated Rendering | No |
| Optics | |
| Optics | See-through holographic waveguide |
| Ocularity | Binocular |
| IPD Range | Automatic (eye tracking based) |
| Adjustable Diopter | No (glasses compatible) |
| Passthrough | Native see-through (AR) |
| Tracking | |
| Tracking | 6DoF inside-out (SLAM) |
| Tracking Frequency | N/A |
| Base Stations | None required |
| Eye Tracking | Yes |
| Face Tracking | No |
| Hand Tracking | Yes (fully articulated) |
| Body Tracking | No |
| Rotational Tracking | Yes |
| Positional Tracking | Yes |
| Update Rate | 60Hz |
| Tracking Volume | Room-scale |
| Play Space | Mobile AR |
| Latency | <25ms |
| Audio | |
| Audio | Integrated spatial speakers |
| Microphone | Yes (5 microphones) |
| 3.5mm Audio Jack | Yes |
| Camera | 8MP photo/video camera |
| Connectivity | |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C |
| Ports | USB-C, 3.5mm audio |
| Wired Video | No |
| Wireless Video | No |
| WiFi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Power | Internal battery |
| Battery Capacity | N/A |
| Battery Life | 2-3 hours (active use) |
| Charge Time | <65 minutes |
| Device | |
| Dimensions | ~270mm × 200mm × 120mm |
| Weight | 566g |
| Material | Ruggedized plastic |
| Headstrap | Flip-up visor with dial adjustment |
| Haptics | No |
| Color | Black |
| Sensors | 4× visible light cameras, 2× IR cameras, depth sensor, accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer |
| Input | Gesture recognition, voice commands, gaze, Bluetooth clicker |
| Compliance | ISO 14644-1 Class 5, UL Class I Division 2, FCC, CE, IP66 |
The Microsoft HoloLens 2 Industrial Edition is a ruggedized variant of the Microsoft HoloLens 2 designed for regulated environments, announced in October 2020 and released in December 2020 at a price of $4,950. The Industrial Edition features the same core technology as the standard HoloLens 2—including 2K resolution waveguide displays, fully articulated hand tracking, eye tracking, and the Snapdragon 850 + HPU 2.0 processing system—but adds critical certifications for industrial deployment: ISO 14644-1 Class 5 clean room compatibility, UL Class I Division 2 hazardous location certification for environments with flammable gases or vapors, and IP66 dust and water resistance. Enhanced with specialized materials that can be cleaned with 70% isopropyl alcohol and backed by a 2-year warranty with Rapid Replacement Program, the Industrial Edition enables mixed reality deployment in pharmaceutical manufacturing, semiconductor fabrication, oil and gas operations, and other regulated industries.
History and Development
HoloLens 2 Foundation
Base platform:
- November 2019 release
- Second-generation HoloLens
- Enterprise focus
- Mixed reality leader
Industrial Demand
Market need:
- Clean room requirements
- Hazardous environments
- Industrial certification gaps
- Customer requests
October 2020 Announcement
Product reveal:
- New certifications
- Rugged materials
- December availability
- $4,950 pricing
Regulated Industries
Target markets:
- Pharmaceutical
- Semiconductor
- Oil and gas
- Chemical processing
Design Philosophy
Certified Rugged
Industrial grade:
- Clean room compatible
- Hazardous location safe
- Water/dust resistant
- Professional environments
Same Core Technology
HoloLens 2 base:
- Identical display system
- Same processing
- Same tracking
- Same software
Enterprise Support
Professional backing:
- 2-year warranty
- Rapid replacement
- Enterprise support
- Minimized downtime
Certifications
ISO 14644-1 Class 5
Clean room rating:
- Particle controlled environment
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Semiconductor fabrication
- Medical device production
UL Class I Division 2
Hazardous location:
- Groups A, B, C, D
- Flammable gases/vapors
- Not normally ignitable
- Oil and gas operations
IP66 Rating
Environmental protection:
- Dust tight (6)
- Powerful water jets (6)
- Better than standard HoloLens 2
- Industrial environments
Display Technology
Holographic Waveguide
Same as HoloLens 2:
- Resolution: 2K per eye
- FOV: 52° diagonal
- Brightness: >500 nits
- See-through holographics
Visual Quality
Enterprise adequate:
- 2× FOV vs HoloLens 1
- Clear holograms
- Good in various lighting
- Professional quality
Processing
Snapdragon 850 + HPU 2.0
Dual processor:
- Main CPU: Snapdragon 850
- HPU: Holographic Processing Unit 2.0
- RAM: 4GB
- Storage: 64GB
HPU 2.0
AI coprocessor:
- Hand tracking processing
- Eye tracking processing
- Spatial mapping
- Real-time AI
Tracking
6DoF Spatial Tracking
Inside-out SLAM:
- No external sensors
- Room-scale mapping
- Persistent anchors
- Accurate positioning
Hand Tracking
Fully articulated:
- All finger tracking
- Natural interaction
- No controllers needed
- Gesture recognition
Eye Tracking
Gaze detection:
- Automatic IPD
- Iris recognition
- Interaction method
- Analytics capable
Physical Design
Ruggedized Materials
Industrial grade:
- Enhanced materials
- 70% isopropyl cleanable
- Durable construction
- Decontamination safe
Flip-Up Visor
Practical design:
- Quick real-world access
- No removal needed
- Industrial practical
- Standard HoloLens 2 design
Weight
Same as standard:
- 566g
- Well balanced
- Dial adjustment
- Extended wear capable
Passive Cooling
Silent operation:
- No fans
- Clean room compatible
- Quiet environments
- Reliable operation
Battery
Internal Battery
Same specifications:
- 2-3 hours active use
- 2 weeks standby
- <65 minutes full charge
- USB-C charging
Operational While Charging
Continuous use:
- Full function while charging
- Extended operations
- Industrial workflow
- No downtime
Audio
Spatial Speakers
Built-in audio:
- Spatial audio positioning
- Hear environment
- Communication capable
- Professional quality
5 Microphones
Voice capture:
- Voice commands
- "Hey Cortana"
- Communication
- Far-field pickup
Warranty and Support
2-Year Warranty
Extended coverage:
- Double standard warranty
- Enterprise commitment
- Industrial use protection
- Confidence building
Rapid Replacement Program
Minimal downtime:
- Advanced exchange
- Expedited shipping
- Business continuity
- Enterprise support
Use Cases
Clean Room Manufacturing
Pharmaceutical/semiconductor:
- ISO Class 5 compatible
- No particles generated
- Hands-free instructions
- Quality assurance
Hazardous Environments
Oil and gas:
- Class I Div 2 certified
- Remote expert access
- Safety guidance
- Inspection support
Maintenance Operations
Industrial service:
- Hands-free documentation
- Remote assistance
- Procedure guidance
- Training support
Quality Control
Inspection applications:
- Visual overlays
- Measurement tools
- Documentation
- Compliance support
Software Platform
Windows Holographic
Same platform:
- Dynamics 365 Guides
- Dynamics 365 Remote Assist
- Custom applications
- Azure integration
Enterprise Features
Management capabilities:
- Mobile device management
- Azure Active Directory
- Enterprise deployment
- Security features
Comparison with Standard HoloLens 2
| Feature | HoloLens 2 | HoloLens 2 Industrial |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3,500 | $4,950 |
| Clean Room | No certification | ISO 14644-1 Class 5 |
| Hazardous Location | No | UL Class I Division 2 |
| IP Rating | Limited | IP66 |
| Cleanable | Standard | 70% isopropyl alcohol |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |
| Rapid Replacement | No | Yes |
| Display | 2K per eye | 2K per eye |
| FOV | 52° | 52° |
| Weight | 566g | 566g |
Strengths and Limitations
Strengths
- Clean room certified (ISO Class 5)
- Hazardous location certified (Class I Div 2)
- IP66 water/dust resistance
- 70% isopropyl cleanable
- 2-year warranty
- Rapid replacement program
- Same excellent HoloLens 2 technology
Limitations
- Premium price ($4,950)
- Same FOV as standard (52°)
- Same battery life (2-3 hours)
- Heavy (566g)
- Limited availability
- Specialized market
Technical Specifications Summary
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Display | Waveguide, 2K per eye |
| FOV | 52° diagonal |
| Processor | Snapdragon 850 + HPU 2.0 |
| Memory | 4GB RAM, 64GB storage |
| Tracking | 6DoF inside-out |
| Hand Tracking | Fully articulated |
| Eye Tracking | Yes |
| Certifications | ISO 14644-1 Class 5, UL Class I Div 2, IP66 |
| Battery | 2-3 hours active |
| Weight | 566g |
| Warranty | 2 years + Rapid Replacement |
| Price | $4,950 |