RUGGED RKB-8603 Compact Industrial Keyboard with Trackball

The Panel Mount RKB-8603 Keyboard from Rugged has been designed to provide high-performance data entry solution for a wide range of demanding applications and environments.

This Panel Mount Keyboardhas the added convenience of an integrated Trackball is constructed using industrial-grade non-corrosive stainless steel and is designed to meet IP65 specifications.

The RKB-8603 Keyboard connects via USB or PS2 interface and is available in various layout configurations.

RKB-8603 Features

  • Industrial Grade Stainless Steel
  • Panel Mount
  • Integrated Trackball
  • Various Keyboard and Language Layout Options
  • UK RTB Warranty

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IP Rating

Operating System

Manufacturer

Country Of Manufacture

China

Case Material

Stainless Steel

Certifications

CE, FCC, RoHS Compliant

Custom Options Products

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

Dimensions

400 x 124mm (front panel)

Extended Warranty

Available On Request

Function Keys

12 Keys

Housing Colour

Stainless Steel

Ball Material

Stainless Steel

Base plate Material

Aluminum Alloy

Case Material

Stainless Steel (front panel) and Aluminum Alloy

Certified European Standards

CE, FCC, RoHS Compliant

Colour

Stainless Steel

Compatibility

DOS/Windows95/98/NT/ME/2000/2003/XP/Vista/7,8,10 Linux, Mac,etc

Connectivity

USB or PS2 (optional)

Dimensions

400*124mm (front panel)

Frontplate Material

Industrial Grade Stainless Steel

Function Keys

12

Key Switch

Carbon Contact Technology

Lifespan

>10 Million Actuations

Material (Bottom Plate)

Aluminum Alloy

MTBF

>50000H

MTTR

<30min

No. Of Keys

67

Pointing Device

Trackball

Supply Voltage

+5V DC +/-5%

Switch / Key Travel

1.5mm

Vibration

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

Lifetime

Lifespan > 5 years

Operating System

IOS,Linux,Windows,Windows 10 IOT

Operating Temperature

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

Storage Temperature

STORAGE: -50C to +80C

The RUGGED RKB-8603 Compact Industrial Keyboard with Trackball is designed to meet the demands of various markets that require rugged, reliable products. Below are some of the key industries where the RKB-8603 is commonly used:

Aerospace, Industrial and Manufacturing, Marine and Offshore, Military and Defence, Outdoor and Mobile Computing, Public Safety and Emergency Services, Transport and Logistics

These examples highlight the versatility of the RUGGED RKB-8603 Compact Industrial Keyboard with Trackball 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 RUGGED RKB-8603 Compact Industrial Keyboard with Trackball 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, RUGGED RKB-8603 Compact Industrial Keyboard with Trackball, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the RUGGED RKB-8603 Compact Industrial Keyboard with Trackball 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 RUGGED RKB-8603 Compact Industrial Keyboard with Trackball 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 RUGGED RKB-8603 or need a custom Keyboard solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.

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