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RUGGED RKB-8635G-B Black Panel Mount Stainless Steel Industrial Rugged Keyboard
The Panel Mount RKB-8635G-B 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 Keyboard is constructed using industrial-grade non-corrosive stainless steel and is designed to meet IP65 specifications.
The RKB-8635G-B Keyboard connects via USB or PS2 interface and is available in various layout configurations.
RKB-8635G-B Features
- Industrial Grade Stainless Steel
- IP65 Rated
- Rear Panel Mount
- Suitable for Industrial & Public Environments
- Various Keyboard and Language Layout Options
- UK RTB Warranty
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Product Type
Format
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
329.8mm x 99.8mm (front panel)
Extended Warranty
Available On Request
Housing Colour
Stainless Steel
Base plate Material
Aluminum Alloy
Case Material
Stainless Steel (front panel) and Aluminum Alloy
Certified European Standards
CE, FCC, RoHS Compliant
Colour
Black
Compatibility
DOS/Windows95/98/NT/ME/2000/2003/XP/Vista/7,8,10 Linux, Mac,etc
Connectivity
USB or PS2 (optional)
Dimensions
329.8mm*99.8mm (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
68
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-8635G-B Black Panel Mount Stainless Steel Industrial 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 RKB-8635G-B is commonly used:
Aerospace, Industrial and Manufacturing, Marine and Offshore, Military and Defence
These examples highlight the versatility of the RUGGED RKB-8635G-B Black Panel Mount Stainless Steel Industrial 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 RUGGED RKB-8635G-B Black Panel Mount Stainless Steel Industrial 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, RUGGED RKB-8635G-B Black Panel Mount Stainless Steel Industrial Rugged Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the RUGGED RKB-8635G-B Black Panel Mount Stainless Steel Industrial 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 RUGGED RKB-8635G-B Black Panel Mount Stainless Steel Industrial 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 RUGGED RKB-8635G-B or need a custom Keyboard solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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