iKey PM-72 Panel Mount Rugged Keyboard

iKey’s innovative PM-72 panel mount keyboard was designed to accommodate rugged applications in manufacturing, material handling and remote data entry. Its unique, oversize keys are colour arranged and feature a roomy layout for convenient gloved-hand use. PM-72 features a small-footprint design and a large numeric pad. Like other keyboards in the iKey line, the PM-72 is constructed with an industrial silicone keypad, sealing it from dust, liquids and corrosives.

PM-72 Features

  • Hi-Vis Oversized Keys
  • 72-Key Functionality + 8 Function Keys
  • USB and PS2 Configurations Available
  • Various Keyboard and Language Layout Options
  • 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

No Case

Certifications

IP Rated, NEMA 4X UL60950, FCC Part 15 Class B

Custom Options Products

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

Dimensions

11.80" x 6.79" x 1.36" (w-h-d) 299.7mm x 172.5mm x 34.5mm

Housing Colour

Stainless Steel

Humidity

100% Humidity Resistant

Cable

LENGTH: 4 ft coiled (1.2m) DESIGN: PS/2 or USB Cable

Compatibility

PS/2 KEYBOARD: All Windows Operating Systems USB KEYBOARD: All Windows and Macintosh OS

Flammability

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

Function Keys

8 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. (1.4mm) ACTUATION FORCE: 4.74 oz. +/- 0.70 oz. (135g +/- 20g) FEEDBACK: Tactile with Mechanical Snap

Lifespan

>10 Million Actuations

No. Of Keys

72

Pointing Device

No Pointer

Power

PS/2: KEYBOARD: 50mA@5V (from Keyboard port) USB: 50mA@5V (from CPU port)

Product Weight

1.75 lbs +/- 0.10 lbs (0.80 kg +/- 0.05 kg)

Shock

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

Switch Force

135g (+/- 20g)

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 +90C (-40F to +194F) OPERATING: -40C to +70C (-40F to +158F)

The iKey PM-72 Panel Mount Rugged Keyboard is designed to meet the demands of various markets that require rugged, reliable products. Below are some of the key industries where the PM-72 is commonly used:

Aerospace, Industrial and Manufacturing, Marine and Offshore, Military and Defence

These examples highlight the versatility of the iKey PM-72 Panel Mount Rugged Keyboard 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 PM-72 Panel Mount Rugged Keyboard 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 PM-72 Panel Mount Rugged Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the iKey PM-72 Panel Mount Rugged Keyboard 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 PM-72 Panel Mount Rugged Keyboard 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 PM-72 or need a custom Keyboard solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.

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