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iKey SK-79 Rugged Keyboard
The SK-79 has been designed for those mobile applications when a small-footprint keyboard will come in handy. Featuring an integrated Hula Point II; pointing device with dual left-click capability, the SK-79 offers a large amount of functionality in an ultra-small package. Like other keyboards in the iKey line, the SK-79 features sealed industrial silicone rubber keypads, along with robust ABS polycarbonate cases. The SK-79 is less than an inch tall.
SK-79 Features
- Small Footprint Design
- Integrated Pointing Device
- Meets NEMA 4 (IP65) Specifications
- USB and PS2 Configurations Available
- 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
No Backlight
Case Material
ABS Polycarbonate
Certifications
IP Rated, NEMA 4X, CE UL60950, FCC Part 15 Class B
Custom Options Products
Keyboard Layout,Keyboard Language,Cable Type,Cable Length,Interface
Dimensions
9.27" x 3.87" x 1.00" (w-h-d) 235.5mm x 98.3mm x 22.9mm
Housing Colour
Black
Humidity
100% Humidity Resistant
Cable
LENGTH: 3 feet (0.91 meters) DESIGN: "Y" PS/2 Cable (providing separate keyboard and mouse connections), or Single-Cable USB
Compatibility
PS/2 KEYBOARD/HULAPOINT: All Windows Operating Systems USB KEYBOARD/HULAPOINT: All Windows and Macintosh OS
Flammability
PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD: 94 VO SILICONE OVERLAY: 94HB INTERFACE CABLE: 94 VO
Function Keys
10 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: 4.76 oz +/-1.06 oz (135g +/- 30g) FEEDBACK: Tactile with mechanical snap
Lifespan
>10 Million Actuations
No. Of Keys
79
Pointing Device
HulaPoint
Power
PS/2: KEYBOARD: 50mA@5V (from Keyboard port) POINTER: 35mA@5V (from Mouse port) USB: 85mA@5V (from CPU port)
Product Weight
1 lbs +/- 0.10 lbs (0.45 kg +/- 0.05 kg)
Shock
3 x 11 ms Pulses of 50g on each of 3 Axes
Switch Force
135g (+/- 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
Shock
3 x 11 ms Pulses of 50g on each of 3 Axes
Temperature Rating
STORAGE: -40C to +70C (-40F to +158F) OPERATING: -40C to +60C (-4F to +140F)
The iKey SK-79 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 SK-79 is commonly used:
Aerospace, Industrial and Manufacturing, Marine and Offshore, Military and Defence, Outdoor and Mobile Computing, Public Safety and Emergency Services, Transport and Logistics
These examples highlight the versatility of the iKey SK-79 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 SK-79 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 SK-79 Rugged Keyboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the iKey SK-79 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 SK-79 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 SK-79 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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