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RUGGED RKB-M298-FN-BL-BT Industrial Rugged Keyboard
82 keys IP65 dynamic vandal proof industrial keyboard with adjustable industrial backlight (Blue or Red colour optional) and industrial PCB with carbon-on-gold key switch technology with key stroke 1.50mm with extremely good tactile feeling for fast and accurate input without any noise, with FN (F1, F2, F3, F4, F5, F6, F7, F8, F9, F10, F11, F12) on the top line for easy operation, with CLEAN key to lock/disable the keyboard for easy cleaning and washing without needing to take out the keyboard from PC, high quality durable black titanium electroplated on the top stainless steel plate , rear panel mounted. DIMENSIONS:298.0mm x 129.50mm (top panel)
RKB-M298-FN-BL-BT Features
- Rugged Desktop Keyboard
- IP65 Rated
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Product Type
Format
IP Rating
Manufacturer
Country Of Manufacture
China
Case Material
Silicone Rubber
Certifications
RoHS, CE and FCC, ESD
Custom Options Products
Keyboard Layout,Keyboard Language,Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface
Dimensions
298.0mm x 129.5mm
Humidity
90% Humidity Resistant
Compatibility
All Windows, Linux, Unix, Mac OSX, Vxworks, Android
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 Stainless Steel Plate With Super Quality Durable Black Titanium Electroplated (Optional)
Key Spacing
11.4mm x 11.4mm for normal keys, 11.4mm x 24.3mm for enter key, 11.4mm x 71.8mm for space bar.
Key Switch
Carbon-on-Gold key Switch Technology
Lifespan
> 5 years
Material (Bottom Plate)
1.5mm Stainless Steel Plate
MTBF
>50000H
MTTR
<30min
No. Of Keys
82
Pointing Device
Touchpad
Supply Current
20mA for keyboard without backlight. 140mA for keyboard with backlight on
Supply Voltage
+5V DC +/-5%
Switch / Key Travel
1.50mm
Length
298.0mm
Temperature Rating
Operating temperature:-20C to +60C (industrial level)-40C to +85C Storage temperature: :-30C to +70C (industrial level)-55C to +150C
Width
129.5mm
The RUGGED RKB-M298-FN-BL-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-M298-FN-BL-BT is commonly used:
Aerospace, Industrial and Manufacturing, Marine and Offshore, Military and Defence
These examples highlight the versatility of the RUGGED RKB-M298-FN-BL-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-M298-FN-BL-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-M298-FN-BL-BT Industrial Rugged Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the RUGGED RKB-M298-FN-BL-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-M298-FN-BL-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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Frequently Asked Questions
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