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RUGGED RKB-M398KP-FN-BL Industrial Rugged Keyboard
103 keys IP65 dynamic vandal proof industrial keyboard with adjustable industrial backlight 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 upper line for easy operation, with individual numeric keypad on the right side, 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 (optional), rear panel mounted. Dimensions: 398.0mm x 130.0mm (top panel)
RKB-M398KP-FN-BL Features
- Rugged Desktop Keyboard
- Integrated Touchpad
- 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
398.0mm x 130.0mm
Humidity
90% Humidity Resistant
Cable
Single-Cable Appx. 2.2 to 2.5m
Compatibility
All Windows, Linux, Unix, Mac OSX, Vxworks, Android
Dimension with Trackball
380.0mm x 129.5mm
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 Stainless Steel Plate With Super Quality Durable Black Titanium Electroplated (Optional)
Height
19.0mm
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
103
Pointing Device
Touchpad
Supply Current
30mA for keyboard without backlight. 150mA for keyboard with backlight on.
Supply Voltage
+5V DC +/-5%
Switch / Key Travel
1.50mm
Length
398.0mm
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
129.5mm
The RUGGED RKB-M398KP-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-M398KP-FN-BL is commonly used:
Aerospace, Industrial and Manufacturing, Marine and Offshore, Military and Defence
These examples highlight the versatility of the RUGGED RKB-M398KP-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-M398KP-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-M398KP-FN-BL Industrial Rugged Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the RUGGED RKB-M398KP-FN-BL 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-M398KP-FN-BL 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-M398KP-FN-BL 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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