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RUGGED RKB-D224 Industrial Rugged Keyboard
47 keys IP65 dynamic washable membrane industrial keyboard with industrial metal dome PCB with gold-on-gold metal dome key switch technology with short stroke 0.45mm with extremely good tactile feeling for reliable data input, with CLEAN key for easy cleaning via lock/disable the entire keyboard without needing to take away the keyboard from PC, surface mounted extremely flush with anti-microbial functionalities, the fonts printed on the film underneath will never fade, durable and scratch-proof polyester withstand to most chemicals and liquids under the harshest environments, ruggedized and backed with 3.0mm alumimium plate with sand blasting & oxygenation treatment, with top panel mounted solution. Dimensions: 224.0mm x 110.0mm (L x W)
RKB-D224 Features
- Rugged Panel Mount Keyboard
- IP65 Rated
- IP67 Rated
- Various Keyboard and Language Layout Options
- Customisation Available On Request
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Product Type
Format
IP Rating
Manufacturer
Country Of Manufacture
China
Case Material
Membrane
Certifications
RoHS , CE, FCC, ESD
Custom Options Products
Keyboard Layout,Keyboard Language,Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface
Dimensions
224.0mm x 110.0mm
Housing Colour
Stainless Steel
Humidity
90% Humidity Resistant
Ball Material
stainless steel
Compatibility
All Windows, Linux, Unix, Mac OSX, Vxworks, Android
EMC
EMC directive 89/336/EEC EN55022: 1988+A1:2000+A2:2003 EN55024: 1988+A1: 2001+A2:2003
EMI
EN 50081-1
EMS
EN 50082-1
Frontplate Material
1.5mm Thickness Super Quality Brushed Stainless Steel
Key Material
Stainless Steel
Key Spacing
12.0mm X 13.0mm for normal keys, 22.5mm x 13.0mm for enter key and 82.0mm x 12.5mm for space bar key
Key Switch
Gold-on-Gold key Switch Technology
Lifespan
> 3 years
Material (Bottom Plate)
3.0mm Thickness Brushed & Oxidized Aluminium
MTBF
>50000H
MTTR
<30min
No. Of Keys
47
Operating Force
2.0N+/-0.1N for key 14.0mm x 14.0mm (pressure point) 4.0N+/-0.1N for key 14.0mm x 28.0mm (pressure point)
Pointing Device
Trackball
Power
+5V DC +/-5% appr. 20mA
Product Weight
2.00KGs
Resolution
+400 DPI
Supply Current
20mA (non-backlight), 140mA (with backlight on)
Supply Voltage
+5V DC +/-5%
Switch / Key Travel
1.5mm
Trackball Diameter
38.0mm
Length
224.0mm
Operating Temperature
Operating temperature:-20C to +60C
Storage Temperature
Storage temperature: -30C to +70C
Temperature Rating
Operating temperature:-20C to +60C (industrial level)-40C to +85C Storage temperature: :-30C to +70C (industrial level)-55C to +150C
Width
110.0mm
The RUGGED RKB-D224 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-D224 is commonly used:
Aerospace, Industrial and Manufacturing, Marine and Offshore, Military and Defence
These examples highlight the versatility of the RUGGED RKB-D224 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-D224 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-D224 Industrial Rugged Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the RUGGED RKB-D224 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-D224 Industrial Rugged Keyboard or require a custom solution?
At FB Peripherals, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the RUGGED RKB-D224 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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