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Recycler Guide for iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th Generation)

Professional disassembly guide for the iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation), detailing safe recycling procedures, component removal steps, and material categorization for electronics recyclers.

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Connect the iPad to a power source. Page 10 Prying the display from the enclosure. Page 11 Remove the top internal component. Page 12 Use a tool to pry the side component. Page 12 Pry the remaining side component. Page 13 Lift the internal battery assembly. Page 14

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This document provides professional guidance for electronics recyclers on the safe disassembly of the iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation). It outlines the necessary safety precautions, required tools, and a step-by-step procedure to maximize resource recovery. This guide is intended for trained professionals only.

Safety Considerations

Recyclers must ensure compliance with all local health, safety, and environmental laws. Key safety measures include:

  • Personal Protective Equipment: Wear eye protection, hand protection, protective clothing, foot protection, and a mask throughout the process.
  • Battery Safety: The device contains a lithium-ion polymer battery. Do not puncture, strike, crush, throw, drop, or bend the battery. Keep the workspace clear of sharp objects and combustible materials.
  • Thermal Runaway: If the battery smokes, sparks, or emits hissing sounds, do not use water or fire extinguishers. Smother the device immediately with clean, dry sand.
  • Workspace: Maintain a sand dispenser (1.9–2.4 L) within arm's reach. Work in a well-ventilated area.

The following tools are required for disassembly:

  • Miniature pry bar
  • Nail-pulling screwdriver
  • Plastic pry bar
  • Screwdriver-handle pry bar

Disassembly Instructions

The disassembly process involves 33 steps to remove all components for material recovery. Key steps include:

Connect the iPad to a power source.
Connect the iPad to a power source.
Prying the display from the enclosure.
Prying the display from the enclosure.
Remove the top internal component.
Remove the top internal component.
Use a tool to pry the side component.
Use a tool to pry the side component.
Pry the remaining side component.
Pry the remaining side component.
Lift the internal battery assembly.
Lift the internal battery assembly.
Prying off the rear camera cover.
Prying off the rear camera cover.
Disconnect the upper ribbon cable.
Disconnect the upper ribbon cable.
Remove the upper connector module.
Remove the upper connector module.
Removing the SIM tray.
Removing the SIM tray.
Prying off the Apple Pencil charging coil.
Prying off the Apple Pencil charging coil.
  1. Power off the device and disconnect the power adapter and charge cable.
  2. Remove the display by prying it from the enclosure.
  3. Remove internal components including the display logic board, light sensors, LED array, and the four lithium-ion polymer batteries.
  4. Continue by prying off the rear camera cover, cameras, strobe, LiDAR scanner, tweeters, woofers, main logic board, and power supply logic board.
  5. Remove connectivity components such as the antenna, Apple Pencil magnetic connector, ribbon cables, SIM reader (cellular models), Smart Connector, and USB-C port.
  6. Finally, remove the microphones and the 127 magnets from the enclosure.

Material Categorization

All output fractions must be managed according to local waste regulations. Materials are categorized into:

  • Aluminum: SIM tray, enclosure.
  • Batteries: Lithium-ion polymer batteries.
  • Ferrous: Rear camera cover.
  • Glass: LCD cell.
  • Logic Boards: Various boards and sensors containing precious metals.
  • Mixed Electronics: Cables, connectors, and other small components.
  • Rare Earth Magnets: Various speakers and magnets.

Manufacturer information

Apple Inc.

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Practical help

Common problems

Thermal runaway (smoke, sparks, hissing)

Do not use water or fire extinguishers. Immediately smother the device with plenty of clean, dry sand.

Battery removal difficulty

Use tweezers to peel black adhesive tabs and twist until the adhesive strip is removed. Use a plastic pry bar if necessary.

Before use

  • Ensure the device is powered off.
  • Wear required PPE (eye, hand, foot protection, mask).
  • Have a sand dispenser (1.9–2.4 L) within arm's reach.
  • Remove jewelry and watches to prevent electrical shorts.
  • Ensure the workspace is well-ventilated and free of combustible materials.

Specs in practice

Model Numbers
Wi-Fi: A2378; Cellular: A2379, A2461, A2462.
Battery Type
Lithium-ion polymer battery.

Images and diagrams

  • The guide uses numbered steps with corresponding diagrams showing the specific tool placement and prying motion for each component.
  • Each component removal step includes a 'Fraction' label indicating the material type (e.g., Cu for Copper, PMs for Precious Metals, REE for Rare Earth Elements).

Model compatibility

  • This guide applies to the iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th generation) Wi-Fi and Cellular models.
  • Procedures may be similar for other models, but this guide is specific to the 5th generation.

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