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iKey SB-101 Slim Profile Compact Rugged Keyboard
The SB-101 is one of the thinnest keyboards to date with a depth less than half an inch. Featuring a QuickLock™ key, the SB-101 can be disabled quickly to avoid unwanted keystrokes during the cleaning and disinfection process. Built for versatility, the SB-101 features individually lit red LED backlit keys for night-time or ambient light use and comes in a fully-sealed polycarbonate case with rubber keypad. The SB-101’s ultra-thin design and cleaning capabilities make it an ideal solution for use in small spaces, vehicles, forklifts, and rack drawers. Optional magnetic mounting is available.
SB-101 Features
- Quicklock Key
- Red LED Backlighting
- Ultra-Thin Design
- Meets NEMA 4X (IP65) Specifications
- Various Keyboard and Language Layout Options
- Customisation Available On Request
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Product Type
Format
IP Rating
Manufacturer
Country Of Manufacture
United States
Backlight
Red
Case Material
ABS Polycarbonate
Certifications
NEMA 4X, IP65, UL90650, FCC Part 15 Class B
Custom Options Products
Keyboard Layout,Keyboard Language,Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface
Dimensions
14.94" x 5.89" x 0.60" (w-h-d) 379.5mm x 149.6mm x 15.2mm
Housing Colour
Black
Humidity
100% Humidity Resistant
Cable
LENGTH: 10' straight (3 m) Single-Cable USB
Compatibility
USB KEYBOARD: All Windows and Macintosh OS
Flammability
PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD: 94 VO SILICONE OVERLAY: 94HB INTERFACE CABLE: 94 VO
Function Keys
12 Keys
Key Feedback
Tactile with Mechanical Snap
Key Material
Industrial Silicone Rubber
Key Switch
MATERIAL: industrial silicone rubber LIFE: greater than 10 million cycles TRAVEL: 0.055 in. (1.4mm) ACTUATION FORCE: 7.05 oz. +/- 1.06 oz (200g +/- 30g) FEEDBACK: Tactile with mechanical snap
Lifespan
>10 Million Actuations
No. Of Keys
101
Pointing Device
No Pointer
Power
KEYBOARD: 200mA @ 5V (from CPU port)
Product Weight
1.2 lbs +/- 0.10lbs (0.54 kg +/- 0.05 kg)
Shock
3 x 11 ms Pulses of 50g on each of 3 Axes
Switch Force
200g (+/- 30g)
Switch / Key Travel
0.055 in (1.4mm)
Vibration
POWER SPECTRAL DENSITY: 0.04g/Hz FREQUENCY RANGE: 20Hz - 2 kHz DURATION OF TEST PER AXIS: 3 hours
Length
88.0mm
Shock
3 x 11 ms Pulses of 50g on each of 3 Axes
Temperature Rating
STORAGE: -40C to +90C (-40F to +194F) OPERATING: -40C to +70C (-40F to +158F)
Width
88.0mm
The iKey SB-101 Slim Profile Compact 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 SB-101 is commonly used:
Aerospace, Industrial and Manufacturing, Marine and Offshore, Medical and Healthcare, Military and Defence, Pharmaceutical
These examples highlight the versatility of the iKey SB-101 Slim Profile Compact 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 iKey SB-101 Slim Profile Compact 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, iKey SB-101 Slim Profile Compact Rugged Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the iKey SB-101 Slim Profile Compact 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 iKey SB-101 Slim Profile Compact Rugged Keyboard or require a custom solution or demonstration?
At FB Peripherals, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the iKey SB-101 or need a custom Keyboard solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.
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