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RUGGED RKB-M379-OTB-KP-FN-BL Industrial Rugged Keyboard
120 keys IP65 dynamic rated ruggedized silicone rubber industrial keyboard with full keyboard functionalities with fully sealed & ruggedized IP68 dynamic 25.0mm optical trackball module with 800 DPI resolution for fast and accurate cursor position, integrated numeric keypad and 24 FN keys (F1, F2…F11, F12…F23, F24), industrial PCB with carbon-on-gold key switch technology with long stroke (1.50mm) with extremely good tactile feeling for fast and accurate data input without any noise, with durable coating & antimicrobial keyboard surface withstand to most chemicals and liquids under harsh environment, FN + CLEAN combination key for easy cleaning without needing to take the keyboard from PC. Top panel mounted solutions with ruggedized robust ABS polycarbonate frame with stainless steel mounting studs and top ruggedized industrial silicone cover & industrial PCB for ruggedized structure and easy mounting and sealing, stainless steel housing protects the electronics controller, adjustable industrial backlight included, industrial level. Ruggedized stainless steel back plate optional. Army level optional. Dimensions: 379.0mm x 169.0mm(L x W )
RKB-M379-OTB-KP-FN-BL Features
- Rugged Panel Mount Keyboard
- Integrated Trackball
- IP65 Rated
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Product Type
Format
IP Rating
Manufacturer
Country Of Manufacture
China
Case Material
Silicone Rubber
Certifications
RoHS , CE, FCC, ESD
Custom Options Products
Keyboard Layout,Keyboard Language,Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface
Dimensions
379.0mm x 169.0mm
Humidity
1
Cable
Single-Cable Appx. 2.2 to 2.5m
Compatibility
All Windows, Linux, Unix, Mac OSX, Vxworks, Android
Dimension with Trackball
379.0mm x 169.0mm
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
Flammability
PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD: 94 VOSILICONE OVERLAY: 94 HBINTERFACE CABLE: 94 V
Frontplate Material
Ruggedized Silicone Rubber & Aluminium
Height
23.20mm
Key Spacing
12.0mm x 13.0mm for normal keys, 23.4mm x 13.0mm for enter key, 68.0mm x 13.0mm for space bar key.
Key Switch
Carbon-on-Gold key Switch Technology
Lifespan
> 3 years
Material (Bottom Plate)
Industrial Silicone, Aluminum
MTBF
>50000H
MTTR
<30min
No. Of Keys
120
Operating Force
0.8 N+/-0.1N for normal key with 12.0mm x 13.0mm(pressure point), 1.6 N+/-0.1N for key 23.40mm x 13.0mm (pressure point)
Pointing Device
Trackball
Resolution
800DPI
Shock
3 x 11 ms pulses of 50g on each of 3 axes
Supply Current
17 mAÂÂ
Supply Voltage
+5V DC +/-5%
Switch / Key Travel
1.50mm
Trackball Diameter
25.0mm
Vibration
POWER SPECTRAL DENSITY: 0.04g/Hz, FREQUENCY RANGE: 20Hz - 2kHz, DURATION OF TEST PER AXIS: 3 hours
Length
379.0mm
Operating Temperature
Operating temperature:-20C to +60C
Shock
3 x 11 ms pulses of 50g on each of 3 axes
Storage Temperature
Storage temperature: -30C to +70C
Temperature Rating
Operating temperature:-20C to +60C - Storage temperature: -30C to +70C
Width
169.0mm
The RUGGED RKB-M379-OTB-KP-FN-BL 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-M379-OTB-KP-FN-BL is commonly used:
Aerospace, Industrial and Manufacturing, Marine and Offshore, Military and Defence
These examples highlight the versatility of the RUGGED RKB-M379-OTB-KP-FN-BL 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-M379-OTB-KP-FN-BL 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-M379-OTB-KP-FN-BL Industrial Rugged Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the RUGGED RKB-M379-OTB-KP-FN-BL 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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Frequently Asked Questions
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