iKey BT-87-TP-IS Bluetooth Rugged Keyboard With Touchpad

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The BT-87-TP-IS is a Bluetooth;-compatible keyboard built to be intrinsically safe for use in hazardous locations. It is Factory Mutual (FM) approved for Class I, II, and III, Division I, Groups C, D, E, F and G. It costs up to 35% less than wired intrinsically safe keyboards and does not require cables or barriers.

This fully-sealed keyboard is designed to meet NEMA 4X specifications, meaning it is resistant to dirt, dust, water, ice and corrosives. It has a 30-foot RF range and works with systems in enclosures. The compact design, integrated touchpad and internal Bluetooth; module make the BT-87-TP-IS highly portable.

It requires 2 AA batteries and does not require a USB dongle if the host computer has an internal Bluetooth; radio. If the host computer does not have an internal Bluetooth; radio, a separate USB dongle can be purchased for the keyboard to function.

BT-87-TP-IS Features

  • Intrinsically Safe
  • Bluetooth - Compatible Version 2.0
  • Up To 30-Foot Range
  • Integrated Touchpad
  • Various Keyboard and Language Layout Options
  • Customisation Available On Request

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IP Rating

Manufacturer

Country Of Manufacture

United States

Backlight

No Backlight

Case Material

ABS Polycarbonate

Certifications

IP Rated, NEMA 4X, CE UL60950, FCC Part 15, Class B Factory Mutual Class I, II, and III, Division I, Groups C, D, E, F and G

Custom Options Products

Keyboard Layout,Keyboard Language,Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface

Dimensions

12.01" x 7.75" x 2.03" (w-h-d) 305.54 mm x 196.85 mm x 51.56 mm

Housing Colour

Black

Humidity

100% Humidity Resistant

Cable

LENGTH: 5.4' straight (1.6 m) DESIGN: Single cable USB

Compatibility

All Windows OS

Connectivity

Wireless , Bluetooth

Flammability

PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD: 94 VO SILICONE OVERLAY: 94HB INTERFACE CABLE: 94 VO

Function Keys

12 Keys

Key Feedback

Tactile with Mechanical Snap

Key Material

Industrial Silicone Rubber

Key Switch

MATERIAL: Industrial Silicone Rubber LIFE: Greater than 10 Million Cycles TRAVEL: 0.055 in. (1.4 mm) ACTUATION FORCE: 7.03 oz +/- 1.06 oz. (200g +/- 30g) FEEDBACK: Tactile with Mechanical Snap

Lifespan

>10 Million Actuations

No. Of Keys

87

Pointing Device

Touchpad

Power

Bluetooth : 2 AA Batteries

Product Weight

2.00 lbs +/- 0.10 lbs (0.91 kg +/- 0.05 kg)

Shock

3 x 11 ms Pulses of 50g on each of 3 Axes

Switch Force

200g (+/- 30g)

Switch / Key Travel

0.055 in (1.4mm)

Vibration

POWER SPECTRAL DENSITY: 0.04g/Hz FREQUENCY RANGE: 20Hz - 2 kHz DURATION OF TEST PER AXIS: 3 hours

Shock

3 x 11 ms Pulses of 50g on each of 3 Axes

Temperature Rating

STORAGE: -40C to +65C (-40F to +149F) OPERATING: 0C to +60C (+32F to +140F)

The iKey BT-87-TP-IS Bluetooth Rugged Keyboard With Touchpad is designed to meet the demands of various markets that require rugged, reliable products. Below are some of the key industries where the BT-87-TP-IS is commonly used:

Hazardous Locations, Industrial and Manufacturing, Mining, Oil and Gas Industry, Pharmaceutical

These examples highlight the versatility of the iKey BT-87-TP-IS Bluetooth Rugged Keyboard With Touchpad across a range of market applications, with its potential extending far beyond the sectors listed here. For more information or to assess if this Keyboard, Rugged Keyboard fits your specific needs, please contact us.

The iKey BT-87-TP-IS Bluetooth Rugged Keyboard With Touchpad comes with a 1 Year Limited Warranty against defects in workmanship and materials, effective from the date of shipment (unless otherwise agreed in writing).

To receive service under this warranty, the eligible product, iKey BT-87-TP-IS Bluetooth Rugged Keyboard With Touchpad, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the iKey BT-87-TP-IS Bluetooth Rugged Keyboard With Touchpad or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.

Do you need further details about the iKey BT-87-TP-IS Bluetooth Rugged Keyboard With Touchpad or require a custom solution or demonstration?

At FB Peripherals, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the iKey BT-87-TP-IS or need a custom Keyboard solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.

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