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RUGGED RKB-B255-TP-BT Industrial Rugged Keyboard
MINI 68 Keys IP65 static rated Compact Format Vandal Proof Stainless Steel Industrial keyboard with IP65 dynamic sealed and ruggedized tough touchpad module with +400 DPI resolutions for accurate cursor position, industrial metal dome PCB with gold-on-gold key switch technology with short stroke 0.45mm with excellent tactile feeling for stable and accurate data input.2 mouse buttons under touchpad for right & left clicking, high quality durable black titanium electroplated on the top stainless steel plate included, with rear panel mounting solution . DIMENSIONS: 255.0mm x 90.0mm (top panel)
RKB-B255-TP-BT Features
- Rugged Panel Mount Keyboard
- Integrated Touchpad
- IP65 Rated
- Stainless Steel Construction
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Product Type
Format
IP Rating
Manufacturer
Country Of Manufacture
China
Case Material
Stainless Steel
Certifications
RoHS Compliant, CE and FCC, ESD
Custom Options Products
Keyboard Layout,Keyboard Language,Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface
Dimensions
255.0mm x 90.0mm (front panel), 275.0mm x 102.80m (back panel)
Humidity
30-90% Humidity Resistant
Compatibility
All windows, Linux, Unix, Mac OSX
EMC
IEC 61000-4-2:2008; IEC 61000-4-3:2006+AI:2007+A2:2010; IEC 61000-4-4:2004
EMI
EN 55022: 2010
EMS
EN 55024:2010
Frontplate Material
1.5mm Thickness Super Quality Brushed Stainless Steel
Key Material
Stainless Steel
Key Spacing
10.0mm x 10.0mm for normal keys, 10.0mm x 20.0mm for enter key, 10.0mm x 75.0mm for space bar.
Key Switch
Gold-on-Gold key Switch Technology
Lifespan
> 5 years
Material (Bottom Plate)
3.0mm Thickness Brushed & Oxidized Aluminium
MTBF
>50000H
MTTR
<30min
No. Of Keys
68
Operating Force
1.5N+/-0.1N for key 10.0mm x 10.0mm (pressure point) 3.0N+/-0.1N for key 10.0mm x 20.0mm (pressure point)
Pointing Device
Touchpad
Resolution
+400 DPI
Supply Current
appr. 17mA
Supply Voltage
+5V DC +/-5%
Switch / Key Travel
0.45mm
Length
90.0mm
Operating Temperature
Operating temperature:-20C to +60C
Storage Temperature
Storage temperature: -30C to +70C
Temperature Rating
Operating temperature:-20C to +60C - Storage temperature: -30C to +70C
Width
255.0mm
The RUGGED RKB-B255-TP-BT 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-B255-TP-BT is commonly used:
Aerospace, Industrial and Manufacturing, Marine and Offshore, Military and Defence
These examples highlight the versatility of the RUGGED RKB-B255-TP-BT 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-B255-TP-BT 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-B255-TP-BT Industrial Rugged Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the RUGGED RKB-B255-TP-BT Industrial Rugged Keyboard or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.
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At FB Peripherals, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the RUGGED RKB-B255-TP-BT or need a custom Keyboard solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.
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